Category: Soldiers’ Stories

Jul 12
The Mascots of the 12th Field Artillery Battalion

When we think of World War II, our minds naturally turn to fierce battles, sacrifice,…

Jul 06
“Our American“ – A Czech Family’s Memories from May 1945

Not everyone in Rokycany had “their American” in May 1945. But one Czech family did –…

Mar 20
“You don’t need this!” – The Helmet That Come Home After 81 Years

A German soldier knocked the helmet from PFC John N. Thornburg’s head — and…

Mar 18
You can throw it away… but it won’t stay gone

T/Sgt. Neal C. Crane of Company M, 23rd Infantry Regiment, from Vandervoort, Arkansas,…

Feb 14
The Infamous „Flak Alley“ Leuna and Merseburg – April 1945

In mid-April 1945, the 2nd Infantry Division advanced toward the industrial complex of…

Dec 14
MISSING IN ACTION – Pfc. John A. Straw

December 14, 1944, the second day of the attack of the 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd…

Oct 31
“Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines” – In Honor of the Liaison Pilots of the 2nd ID!

…it is April 26, 1945, when a shot is fired, causing one of the infantrymen of…

Aug 01
„The Day I Lost My Best Friend“ by S/Sgt. Fred Randall

S/Sgt. Fred Randall and PFC Adelbert „Del“ Pavelka were inseparable friends serving in…

Feb 14
The Most Tragic Night of the 2nd Recon Troop – December 29, 1944

December 1944 – 1st Lt. Samuel J. Fooshee, a very liked and respected officer of…

Feb 11
Capt. William B. Higgins – KIA Feb 11, 1945

On February 11, 1945 men of Company H, 9th Infantry Regiment, were affected by tragic…

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