98-year-old WWII veteran speaks to Cape Fear Academy students

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Louis J Bourgalt spoke to students at Cape Fear Academy Friday (Photo: Cape Fear Academy)

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Students at Cape Fear Academy in Wilmington received a special appearance on Friday.

98-year-old, WWII Veteran Louis J Bourgault spoke to the students in the school’s gym.

Louis answered questions from students about his time in the service and WWII.

Students at Cape Fear Academy wore red, white and blue while the school band performed songs from the military branches of the United States.

Parents who are veterans were also honored at the ceremony.

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