Shue fought in multiple wars not limited to but including Saipan, Tianian, and Iwo Jima.

“I love America, I love what it stands for, and I’d do it all over again if I had to.”

Shue and his wife met in the 1940’s in the NoDa neighborhood, which is where they both grew up.

Sep 25 - Celebrate Marine Coy Shue's 100th Birthday.  A warrior in the battle of Iwo Jima. Coy's birth date is September 24, 1921. and the Charlotte Detachment of the Marine Corps League invites other Marines to join in the celebration at 11:00 am, Saturday, 25 September at 5735 Hickory Grove Road in Charlotte.