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…
Feb
03
IN MEMORY OF PVT JOHN C. VILLARREAL – KIA Feb 3, 1945
Today we would like to honor the memory of a young member of Company G, 23rd Infantry…
Dec
17
“They Chose to Die So Buddies Could Live”
A few months ago we got in touch with Mr. Matthew Swedick who willingly shared with us…