60th Regiment Seeking All Veterans
2008-03-15
The US Army 60th Infantry Regiment would like to get in touch with any veterans out there. Please use the contact from on the right side of the page, include your email address (VERY IMPORTANT) and let us know if you would like to get in touch with them.
Posted by:Jason
D-Day Visitors Center Opening
2007-06-10
Greetings, I just got back from Normandy and the opening of the new American Military Cemetery Visitors Center. The center itself is awesome! It consists of two floors of D-Day stories and artifacts. A 15 minute movie shows every few minutes, detailing the lives of some of the men buried in the cemetery. Truely a great place, thanks to U.S. Congressmen David Obey and John Murtha for helping make this visitors center a reality. And special thanks to Sec Def Gates for his great speech at the ceremony. Here are some photos of the visitors center:
Front of the center:
Lower Level exit:
Memorial inside the center:
And in other news, I also found an old chateau that my grandfather was stationed at for a while. After John (my grandfather) was wounded in the Cotentin Peninsula campaign, he could no longer fire a weapon. As a result, he was put on duty at a POW camp in France, in the town of Bolbec. The camp was located on the grounds of a chateau called Tous Vents. I believe it means "of the winds." Anyhow, today, I found the chateau and here are the pictures:
Past photo:
Present Day:
You kind of wonder if the pasture out back was the site of the POW encampment?
Today it appears that the chateau is being turned into some type of apartment complex. Who knows.
Front of the center:
Lower Level exit:
Memorial inside the center:
And in other news, I also found an old chateau that my grandfather was stationed at for a while. After John (my grandfather) was wounded in the Cotentin Peninsula campaign, he could no longer fire a weapon. As a result, he was put on duty at a POW camp in France, in the town of Bolbec. The camp was located on the grounds of a chateau called Tous Vents. I believe it means "of the winds." Anyhow, today, I found the chateau and here are the pictures:
Past photo:
Present Day:
You kind of wonder if the pasture out back was the site of the POW encampment?
Today it appears that the chateau is being turned into some type of apartment complex. Who knows.
Posted by:Jason
D-Day Get Together
2007-05-26
Hello all,
If anyone is going to be at the D-Day ceremonies this year (June 6, 2007) please let me know. I will be at the dedication of the new Normandy American Cemetery Visitors Center this year and if anyone else will be there I would certainly like to meet up. Let me know by either sending a message or email: 60thinfantry@gmail.com.
Cheers
Posted by:Jason
(Ordensberg) Burg Vogelsang
2007-05-13
Today I had a wild idea to go out exploring and see if I could find the famed Burg Vogelsang. I had heard from my BMW dealer last March that the Belgians had returned their old base in Germany back. This base, called Burg Vogelsang was built in 1934 as a socialist school for the Nazi Socialist Party. It was one of only three such schools designed to teach young men in their 20's some of the basics of socialism. Adolph and many others actually visited the burg (castle) and made many motivational speeches. In 1945 the 47th Infantry Regiment along with the 60th Regiment blocking to the south, took over the school and routed the enemy. After that, the Belgians took control until January 2006. Now, the burg is a nature area criss crossed with hiking trails along the nice lakes. The lakes are on the Rur river and are created by the famous Roer dams. Here are some pictures:
For more information please look here in the Wikipedia......Vogelsang
Third Reich Ruins Website
German National Park Website
Pictures from the Time Period
For more information please look here in the Wikipedia......Vogelsang
Third Reich Ruins Website
German National Park Website
Pictures from the Time Period
Posted by:Jason
Video! Not an April Fool's Joke
2007-04-01
I have been working extremely hard to bring this onto the internet, and I hope everyone will enjoy seeing it. This is a color video of the 60th Infantry Regiment soon after their takeover of the Kasbah in Port Lyautey (Kenitra) Morocco. It is some really great photography! Most likely it was filmed at some point after the battle ended on November 11, 1942. There is a lot more stuff on the film later on if you continue to watch it. The film itself came from the national archives.
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Posted by:Jason
Rome Sicily Cemetery
2007-02-22
Karen and I just returned from Rome. One thing that I visited while there was the Rome Sicily Cemetery in Nettuno, which is just south of Rome. If you are ever in Rome, it only takes one hour and 5 Euros to get there. I have the pictures posted here:
Rome Sicily Cemetery Pictures
Rome Sicily Cemetery Pictures
Posted by:Jason
Flags of Our Fathers
2007-01-15
The movie has just come out over here, I am sure it has already been out for a while in the states. Here is the fan site if anyone is interested.
Flags of Our Fathers
Posted by:Jason
Pictures
2007-01-14
Pictures have been posted of some of the past few monuments and other things dealing with the Ninth Infantry and 60th Regiment around Europe. Please check it out, more pictures to come in the future.
Pictures
Pictures
Posted by:Jason
Trapani
2007-01-02
Well everyday I learn something new. Today, I just learned that a base/town I have been going to with NATO's E-3A used to be an Axis supply base in World War II. Trapani in Sicily used to be an airbase and supply base for the Axis in North Africa. I have spent at least three weeks of time there over the past two years and never knew it. Surprise.
Here is a Google Earth Image of the base:Trapani Air Base
I am not sure if the base itself was used, or a nearby area that was rumored to have been an old German base, but we shall see in the future.
Cheers
Here is a Google Earth Image of the base:Trapani Air Base
I am not sure if the base itself was used, or a nearby area that was rumored to have been an old German base, but we shall see in the future.
Cheers
Posted by:Jason
Happy New Year
2007-01-01
Happy NEW YEAR everybody! I want to wish everyone a great new year and many more to come.
Cheers
Posted by:Jason
Bastogne March
2006-12-17
Well, my wife and I did the Bastogne march yesterday. What an event. You actually felt like you were in the middle of World War II with all of the reenactors. Most of the reenactors wore their uniforms all weekend, giving the feeling of US Soldiers stationed in town. Military vehicles were everywhere. I will post some photos tomorrow. Until later, please check out the following links:
For Bastogne:Bastogne Information
For a new World War II discussion group that you all might be interested in: MilQuest
For Bastogne:Bastogne Information
For a new World War II discussion group that you all might be interested in: MilQuest
Posted by:Jason
Wreaths Across America for Christmas
2006-12-05
Wreaths Across America is a non-profit group that start laying wreaths on the graves of US Soldiers 15 years ago. They now have a website and are looking for support in their cause.
Their mission:
Remember the fallen
Honor those who serve
Teach our children the value of freedom
The group is trying to lay wreaths at over 230 cemeteries across the US. Here is a little history:
2006 will mark the 15th anniversary of holiday wreaths being sent from the State of Maine to Arlington National Cemetery. Each year the folks at Worcester Wreath Company make and decorate wreaths that will adorn over 5000 headstones of our Nation’s fallen heroes - in what has become an annual event coordinated with the Cemetery Administration and the Maine State Society.
Please visit their websitefor more information and please help if you can.
Their mission:
Remember the fallen
Honor those who serve
Teach our children the value of freedom
The group is trying to lay wreaths at over 230 cemeteries across the US. Here is a little history:
2006 will mark the 15th anniversary of holiday wreaths being sent from the State of Maine to Arlington National Cemetery. Each year the folks at Worcester Wreath Company make and decorate wreaths that will adorn over 5000 headstones of our Nation’s fallen heroes - in what has become an annual event coordinated with the Cemetery Administration and the Maine State Society.
Please visit their websitefor more information and please help if you can.
Posted by:Jason
Bastogne Memorial March
2006-11-21
Well, this time of year there are a lot of different commemorations taking place around the world. December 7 will mark the attack on Pearl Harbor and December 16 marks the anniversary of the Bastogne seige. This will be my first time to go, and unfortunately probably my last opportunity ever. There are three different ways to commemorate the battle...through marching around the city. There are three different marches a person can do, a 3 KM, 7 KM and a 20KM. I decided to go all out and do the 20 KM. Warm clothing will be the order of the day. The march will be on Dec 16 with a festival and other activities taking place in town. Anyone who wants to join me please give me some word. The deadline to register is Dec. 5. You can find more information at the following websites:
Bastogne City
Bastogne History
Bastogne City
Bastogne History
Posted by:Jason
Veterans Day
2006-11-13
Well I have been deployed to Norway and to Sicily over the past few weeks. I am currently in Sicily and unable to make a great posting about Veterans Day. I hope everyone is doing well and please take some time to thank a veteran of any war.
Posted by:Jason
Save the Bomber Art
2006-10-24
Here is the website for a professional group working to save the nose art for WWII aircraft. Give the site a look, however, be advised that the images involve nudity.
Save the Girls Website
Save the Girls Website
Posted by:Jason
Institute for Studies in American Military History
2006-10-22
The University of Texas has established a continuing education institute, part of which is dedicated to Military History. Dr. Tom Hatfield is heading up the Military Studies portion. Tom is a WWII historian. His interest in WWII started when a member of his community died in WWII. He took his first trip to Europe to visit the battlefields when he was 19. From there his interest in WWII history continued forward. For more information here is the website:
American Military Studies
Posted by:Jason
Texas 60th Veterans
2006-10-21
The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) is searching for information about the following members of the 60th Infantry Regiment:
Edward Pavelka, PFC
38552681
Live Oak County, TX
Andres Aguilar, PFC
38519383
Presidio County, TX
Ruben R. Marburger, TSgt
38033187
Taylor County, TX
Chester A. Golden, 1st Sgt
6292062
Young County, TX
Luther C. Martin, PFC
38136148
Callahan County, TX
Flem D. Snider, PFC
38688942
Comanche County, TX
Lawson R. Gibson, PFC
38066669
Dickens County, TX
Melvin J. Pope, Sgt
38024968
Hockley County, TX
These men are all buried in the Henri Chapelle Cemetary in Belgium. If you have information about them, please contact the Texas Veterans Commission or me to forward on your information.
Edward Pavelka, PFC
38552681
Live Oak County, TX
Andres Aguilar, PFC
38519383
Presidio County, TX
Ruben R. Marburger, TSgt
38033187
Taylor County, TX
Chester A. Golden, 1st Sgt
6292062
Young County, TX
Luther C. Martin, PFC
38136148
Callahan County, TX
Flem D. Snider, PFC
38688942
Comanche County, TX
Lawson R. Gibson, PFC
38066669
Dickens County, TX
Melvin J. Pope, Sgt
38024968
Hockley County, TX
These men are all buried in the Henri Chapelle Cemetary in Belgium. If you have information about them, please contact the Texas Veterans Commission or me to forward on your information.
Posted by:Jason
Washington D.C. It Is
2006-10-17
Well, after a few responses came in (thanks to those of you who wrote) it appears that Washington D.C. will be the best place to host a get together this year. Sorry to those of you on the west coast, but maybe in coming years we will do something out that way. Anyhow, D.C. is the place, now we need a time (looking to the May/June period) and a spot to meet up. More to come.
Posted by:Jason
FDR Operation TORCH Speech
2006-10-16
Thanks to the great folks at the FDR Library I just received an audio copy of the speech FDR gave in French at the start of Operation TORCH. The streaming audio of the speech and a translation can be found here:
FDR Speech for Operation TORCH, streaming audio
Hope you find it educational.
FDR Speech for Operation TORCH, streaming audio
Hope you find it educational.
Posted by:Jason
Location for a 60th Regiment Conference
2006-10-14
Folks, I am trying to establish a location for a 60th Infantry Regiment conference. Please let me know by going to the 60th Regiment Google Group and posting your interest in location.
60th Regiment Google Group
We have a few choices such as Washington D.C., Chicago, New York, Maryland etc. Please let me know your thoughts and if you are interested in attending. If we have the conference in Chicago, I can guarantee a visit by a veteran of the unit.
Hope to hear from you all soon.
Posted by:Jason
International WWII Conference
2006-10-07
Sorry for not posting in a while, lots of family visiting. Anyhow, if you have a chance, try to attend the International WWII Conference in New Orleans. It looks like they are going to have a lot of great speakers. Wish I could go, but alas I am stuck in Germany.
Posted by:Jason
Military Blogging
2006-09-11
For those who are interested, there are a number of military related blogs out there, of which this blog is a member. To see more click on the following links:
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Calendar
2006-09-02
For any future planning purposes, here is a calendar that everyone should have access to.
Press the button to be taken to the 60th Infantry calendar.
Press the button to be taken to the 60th Infantry calendar.
Posted by:Jason
Eisenhower at Gibraltar
2006-08-29
I found a picture or two of Eisenhower at Gibraltar as he is giving the orders to invade Morocco/start Operation Torch.
Click Here
Click Here
Posted by:Jason
Blaimont Heros
2006-08-29
Well, my final posting of the three posts about southern Belgium deals with the town of Blaimont. As my wife and I were preparing for our day trip I did some nightstand reading about Blaimont....here is what caught my attention:
The Medical Detachment, 3d Battalion, 60th Infantry, is cited for extraordinary heroism in the face of the enemy on 6 September 1944 when it accompanied the battalion under cover of darkness in assault boats to cross the Meuse River near Blaimont, Belgium, in the face of heavy small arms, mortar, and artillery fire. The detachment advanced with the battalion in the seizure of a steep, wooded hill and the western portion of Blaimont, Belgium, 2200 yards from the river, coming under a fierce enemy counterattack of flame throwers, tanks, artillery, mortar, and machine gun fire and a large number of enemy infantry.
As a result the battalion suffered 14 casualties in addition to those incurred in the river crossing. An aid station had been set up in Blaimont when an enemy counter attack forced the battalion to retire. The enlisted medical personnel, in the absence of a surgeon, removed all equipment and casualties through the woods, down the hill under shell fire and infested with enemy troops to the river.
Finding no boat available, a detachment member swam 100 yards across the river for a boat which enabled the detachment to evacuate wounded across the river through intense fire. During this action many casualties were suffered and the boat was nearly swamped by shrapnel and bullets. Yet this heroic group continued their errand of mercy until the aid station was established on the rear shore and all casualties had been evacuated. Then the detachment, still under fire, recrossed the river, returned to its former site, and treated and evacuated other casualties of the battalion.
This was taken from Eight Stars to Victory, page 233. Remember their great work and sacrifice. The following pictures were taken in the village of Blaimont, looking down towards the Meuse River. You can see the terrain was very very steep as shown by the village you can see in the background of the pictures.
The Medical Detachment, 3d Battalion, 60th Infantry, is cited for extraordinary heroism in the face of the enemy on 6 September 1944 when it accompanied the battalion under cover of darkness in assault boats to cross the Meuse River near Blaimont, Belgium, in the face of heavy small arms, mortar, and artillery fire. The detachment advanced with the battalion in the seizure of a steep, wooded hill and the western portion of Blaimont, Belgium, 2200 yards from the river, coming under a fierce enemy counterattack of flame throwers, tanks, artillery, mortar, and machine gun fire and a large number of enemy infantry.
As a result the battalion suffered 14 casualties in addition to those incurred in the river crossing. An aid station had been set up in Blaimont when an enemy counter attack forced the battalion to retire. The enlisted medical personnel, in the absence of a surgeon, removed all equipment and casualties through the woods, down the hill under shell fire and infested with enemy troops to the river.
Finding no boat available, a detachment member swam 100 yards across the river for a boat which enabled the detachment to evacuate wounded across the river through intense fire. During this action many casualties were suffered and the boat was nearly swamped by shrapnel and bullets. Yet this heroic group continued their errand of mercy until the aid station was established on the rear shore and all casualties had been evacuated. Then the detachment, still under fire, recrossed the river, returned to its former site, and treated and evacuated other casualties of the battalion.
This was taken from Eight Stars to Victory, page 233. Remember their great work and sacrifice. The following pictures were taken in the village of Blaimont, looking down towards the Meuse River. You can see the terrain was very very steep as shown by the village you can see in the background of the pictures.
Posted by:Jason
Google Group for discussions
2006-08-21
Folks, the time has come for an easier way to communicate, a google group for the 60th Infantry Regiment historic preservationists.
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Posted by:Jason
Hurmeton Sur Meuse
2006-08-12
The small village of Hermeton Sur Meuse has a small memorial to the 60th Infantry Regiment. While I do not have a translation from French, if anyone does, please let me know. Here is a large view of the memorial along the Muese:
This photo was taken from the west shore of the Muese. The river is just on the other side of the tank and plaque. Here is a photo of the plaque itself:
On the other side of the river you can see the terrain rising again, leading to the town of Blaimont which overlooks the area. Blaimont is a very tiny village that had a 60th Regiment aid station. The aid station was over run by the Germans during the attacks on September 6. More from the Blaimont perspective to come.
This photo was taken from the west shore of the Muese. The river is just on the other side of the tank and plaque. Here is a photo of the plaque itself:
On the other side of the river you can see the terrain rising again, leading to the town of Blaimont which overlooks the area. Blaimont is a very tiny village that had a 60th Regiment aid station. The aid station was over run by the Germans during the attacks on September 6. More from the Blaimont perspective to come.
Posted by:Jason
60th Infantry Belgian Battle Area
2006-08-07
My wife and I decided to take a little weekend getaway to south Belgium. Just an overnighter. I had wanted to see the area of Dinant, knowing that the 60th had fought there. Little did we know that the B&B she picked out was smack dab in the heart of where the 60th Infantry Regiment came through the hills of Belgium. Along the Muese River, in a village area called Hastiere Par Dela.
This is a picture of the signs to the town.
This is the view looking south from the bridge in Hastiere over the Muese. To the right is where the 60th came over the hills. To the left were the hills owned by the Germans. On September the 4th until around sometime on the 6th or 7th, 1944, the 60th fought a hard battle here. I have to admit it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen and cannot believe that once upon a time a huge battle took place here. The 60th zone started in this town and extended south to the town of Heer. If you have an opportunity to read the story of the 60th in this area, it is amazing. Here is a picture of the local memorial:
We drove through three towns, two of which had monuments dedicated expressly to the 60th Infantry Regiment. I will post more tomorrow on these areas. If you are interested in a family get away, this area has mountain climbing, water skiing and any other outdoor sport you can imagine. More to come!
This is a picture of the signs to the town.
This is the view looking south from the bridge in Hastiere over the Muese. To the right is where the 60th came over the hills. To the left were the hills owned by the Germans. On September the 4th until around sometime on the 6th or 7th, 1944, the 60th fought a hard battle here. I have to admit it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen and cannot believe that once upon a time a huge battle took place here. The 60th zone started in this town and extended south to the town of Heer. If you have an opportunity to read the story of the 60th in this area, it is amazing. Here is a picture of the local memorial:
We drove through three towns, two of which had monuments dedicated expressly to the 60th Infantry Regiment. I will post more tomorrow on these areas. If you are interested in a family get away, this area has mountain climbing, water skiing and any other outdoor sport you can imagine. More to come!
Posted by:Jason
Web page tutorial
2006-07-09
I have had a few requests for information about how to get personal information about World War II onto the internet. Here is a tutorial page to help explain the process. I hope it helps.
Posted by:Jason
1940's House
2006-07-02
My wife and I just finished watching an interesting PBS series called 1940's House. It is a series of episodes about a modern day family living as though they were in a London home during WWII. We were able to rent the DVD through NETFLIX since Germany does not have PBS. Anyhow, it is highly recommended. The entire show lasts about three hours and certainly gives a lot of insight into the "little things" that went on in wartime Britain.
Posted by:Jason
D-Day Remembered
2006-06-06
Today is the 62nd anniversary of D-Day. Please take time to remember those who sacrificed.
Posted by:Jason
Memorial Day
2006-05-29
Have a great Memorial Day folks. Thanks to those who will serve, have served and are serving now.
Posted by:Jason
Margraten Ceremonies
2006-05-29
Since Memorial Day 1945, the Dutch have come out in force to the Margraten Cemetary to remember those who died during WWII. In the past, the cemetary had over 20,000 graves. After many plots were re-buried in the states, the cemetary now has around 8000 sites.
Two things really stuck with me about the ceremony. First, that the Dutch adopt individual graves and put flowers on the graves during special holidays and birthdays of the deceased. As time passes, these graves are handed down to later generations for care and upkeep. That is a lot of wonderful dedication.
The second thing that took me at the ceremony was how many people from Holland, at the ceremony, knew all the words to the Star Spangled Banner. As the ceremony kicked off, the national anthem of Holland was performed. The crowd around me began singing the song in Flemish. Next, the Star Spangled Banner started, we all saluted, and the crowd around me just went straight from Flemish to English and sang the anthem as we saluted. Glad to see the spirit of rememberance continues, even in a country where the holiday is not their own. Here are a few pictures from the ceremony:
Here are the heroes:
Sharp colorguard starting off the ceremony:
This is one man who has been through it all...a member of the Timberwolves Division, he flew out all the way from the states, and this was his second time to do it...that would be me on the right in the blue:
The capstone of the ceremony was a flyover of F-16s from the Royal Netherlands Air Force and F-15s from the USAF:
And of course, who could not take a picture of this fine lady at the end of another Memorial Day Ceremony...Old Glory:
To all heroes past and present who did not make it back to the US, thank you.
Two things really stuck with me about the ceremony. First, that the Dutch adopt individual graves and put flowers on the graves during special holidays and birthdays of the deceased. As time passes, these graves are handed down to later generations for care and upkeep. That is a lot of wonderful dedication.
The second thing that took me at the ceremony was how many people from Holland, at the ceremony, knew all the words to the Star Spangled Banner. As the ceremony kicked off, the national anthem of Holland was performed. The crowd around me began singing the song in Flemish. Next, the Star Spangled Banner started, we all saluted, and the crowd around me just went straight from Flemish to English and sang the anthem as we saluted. Glad to see the spirit of rememberance continues, even in a country where the holiday is not their own. Here are a few pictures from the ceremony:
Here are the heroes:
Sharp colorguard starting off the ceremony:
This is one man who has been through it all...a member of the Timberwolves Division, he flew out all the way from the states, and this was his second time to do it...that would be me on the right in the blue:
The capstone of the ceremony was a flyover of F-16s from the Royal Netherlands Air Force and F-15s from the USAF:
And of course, who could not take a picture of this fine lady at the end of another Memorial Day Ceremony...Old Glory:
To all heroes past and present who did not make it back to the US, thank you.
Posted by:Jason
60th Veteran Remembered
2006-05-29
Here is one veteran of the 60th who saw it all, from North Africa until the war ended in Germany. Colonel Bill Voller, a great one. Thanks to Bill for the picture, and thanks to Jonathan for forwarding it on this way.
Posted by:Jason
Port Lyautey Visit
2006-05-27
Just got back from a visit to Morocco last week. One of the great things that I got to see while there was the invasion area of the 60th Infantry Regiment at Port Lyautey. While I did not get into too much detail while there, I was able to see the Kasbah and the invasion beaches.
Here is a shot of the Kasbah:
Here is a picture of the Kasbah after the battle on Nov. 11, 1942:
This is a view looking from the back of the Kasbah toward the beaches where the 60th came ashore. You can see the fortress had a commanding view of the entire invasion and Green Beach was right in their sights:
If anyone wants to go for a visit, let me know.
Here is a shot of the Kasbah:
Here is a picture of the Kasbah after the battle on Nov. 11, 1942:
This is a view looking from the back of the Kasbah toward the beaches where the 60th came ashore. You can see the fortress had a commanding view of the entire invasion and Green Beach was right in their sights:
If anyone wants to go for a visit, let me know.
Posted by:Jason
60th Infantry Map
2006-04-23
Sorry for not keeping up with things lately, there have been multiple family emergencies lately.
We have added a new feature to the website:
60th Infantry Map
ENJOY...be sure to select "SATELLITE" for the best image resolution.
We have added a new feature to the website:
60th Infantry Map
ENJOY...be sure to select "SATELLITE" for the best image resolution.
Posted by:Jason
Texas A&M Restoring Point Du Hoc
2006-04-23
In case you are wondering, I am a graduate of Texas A&M University. One thing that always drew me to the university as a young guy was their relation to World War II...the Corps of Cadets...the history department...General Earl Rudder.....General Rudder was a graduate of Texas A&M and is most well known for the assault he led on Point Du Hoc during D-Day. He led his battalion of Rangers up the cliffs and on to victory. One of the most challenging battles of the war. I had the privelege to meet his widow once upon a time. France was nice enough to provide her with a home near the point. Well, if you have ever visited the point, you know that it is falling into the channel. Thanks to the splendid history department, archaeology department and geology department, Texas A&M is going to take over the land and restore it as much as possible to prevent it from slipping away. Here is a report explaining their plans If you can provide some support, I am sure they will welcome the help.
Posted by:Jason
Rene Malevergne helping the 60th at Port Lyautey
2006-03-11
A few years ago I came across a website dedicated to a civilian who did a lot of great work with the 60th Infantry Regiment in their attack on Port Lyautey, November 8, 1942. His story is very interesting, please take a look at the website if you have a chance!
Rene Malevergne
Rene Malevergne
Posted by:Jason
Book details 60th route after D-Day
2006-02-14
I picked up a book this weekend titled: "D-Day 1944 (2) Utah Beach & the US Airborne Landings." Page 79 shows the 60th's route from Utah beach to the west shore of the Cotentin Peninsula. Page 86 shows the route of advance of the 60th towards Cherbourg on 23 June. Page 81 details the decision to commit the 9th Division to combat and states that the 9th was regarded by General Bradley and General Collins as one of the two best divisions in theater.
The book is clearly written....if you desire a copy here is the ISBN number: 1-84176-365-9
The book is clearly written....if you desire a copy here is the ISBN number: 1-84176-365-9
Posted by:Jason
Malmedy Trip
2006-02-04
Saturday I took a trip to see the town of Malmedy in Belgium. For those who do not know the history of this area in WWII, it is worth a look. During the Battle of the Bulge a number of Americans were massacred here, aptly titled the Malmedy Massacre. I will not go into too much detail, more information is available around the internet. But, here is a picutre of a memorial in the nearby town of Ligneville. Malmedy is the main town in the area that creates the region (if you will) of Malmedy. So even though the massacre did not take place in Malmedy, the fact that it is in the Malmedy region gives it the name. Here is the picture:
Posted by:Jason