How friendly fire could have killed Scotty from ‘Star Trek’ on D-Day
A World War II veteran, known for his role in a classic TV series, had a close call during combat. He was shot multiple times by a fellow soldier who mistook him for an enemy. This incident occurred after the veteran had already survived a chaotic landing and taken out enemy snipers.
The veteran, a lieutenant in the Canadian army, was part of a massive Allied operation. His experiences on D-Day were likely intense, given the large number of troops involved. Further details about this veteran's experience are available from the original source, including the circumstances surrounding the friendly fire incident and how he managed to survive.
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