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Seeking any information about my uncle, 1st Lt. Tom R. Stidham, 331 IR, 1st Bn Staff, S-4. Was with the 331st from June 1944 until the finish. He is buried in the New Albany National Cemetery, New Albany, Indiana. Also seeking information about his adopted daughter, Marlene Trent Stidham. Would appreciate it if you would share any information about Uncle Tom. He was proud that he was a member of the 83rd and the 331 IR. E-mail: wmstidham@adni.net Posted 26 Dec 01

My grandfather, Malcolm J. Burton of Spindale NC, was a staff sergeant in the 330th Infantry, 83rd Infantry Division of the US Army during WWII. He was wounded in action, and he died in a hospital in Solars, France, Dec. 16, 1944. I am looking for a Veteran who might have known my grandfather during the war. Many thanks, Tim Hartis at thartis@heraldonline.com Posted 23 Dec 01

I am looking for any information about my grandfather, Walter L. Bowie, who served in the 83rd Division, 331st Infantry, Company H. He was in the service from 17 August 1943 to 3 October 1945. I know that he was awarded the Bronze Star in 1945, but little else because he didn't talk about the war. I would love to hear from anyone who served in that Company, or who remembers anything about him. Please contact me at pricefamily24@netzero.net. Thank you very much, Michelle Price Posted 06 Dec 01

Hi, my husband, Lester L. Wright, "Les" was Sgt. Lester L. Wright (S/N 33 722 147 ) Company K, 331st Infantry. He was a replacement as of Jan.15, 45 to Company K, 331. His papers read Squad Leader 745. He was wounded for the last time on April 12, 1945 by a sniper in a tree. Before that, on the same day, he had eliminated a machine gun nest that was holding up the advance by crawling up behind them and using grenades to wipe them out. I have heard that it was two groups (nests) he had to stop so they could advance. He was shot later that day and taken by stretcher to a jeep, then the stretcher placed on the jeep back to a field hospital, then to a hospital in France. His Lieutenant recommended him for the Silver Star. He speaks of being holed up in a railway station in Hamm, Germany, I think on Palm Sunday or Easter and they had to hold the station until they got help. I think they held it for 24 hours or more before help arrived. We went back to Germany to trace where he had fought and that was just the only place he could really remember because of so many changes. Does anyone else have memories that match Les'? Would you write Les at his email address: LLWathome@AOL.com Thank you, Freda Wright. Posted 04 Dec 01

Vernon Bobo, a Sergeant in I Company/331st IR, is searching for information on his friend Lowell Eugene (Gene) Brockman, 3507804. Pfc. Brockman was in F Company/331st IR and was KIA on 14 July 1944 in Normandy. If anyone remembers Pfc. Brockman or has any information about him, please contact Dave Curry at davecurry@ncweb.com. Thanks. Posted 04 Dec 01

I was wondering if someone could tell me when the next reunion of the 83rd/329Infantry is. I would like to go and see if anyone remembers Walter Tewell. Also, does anyone have any photos of the 83rd/329Infantry they would like to share? I am working on the Tewell Family Genealogy and my Great Uncle Walter Tewell was in this unit, and all of his records were burned in the 1973 fire at the National Archives. He never talked about the war and his son John Tewell would also like to know more about his service in World War II. I feel that his Duty to this Country should not be lost or forgotten. He was awarded two bronze stars and one or more purple hearts. His family does not know exactly about all of the metals because when he was fixing up the upstairs of his house, he put all of his metals in a cigar box and put them behind the dry wall. Walter was born and died in Columbus, Ohio, and worked for Rockwell International as a Machinist. Thanks Kevin Tewell, ktewell@hotmail.com Posted 28 Nov 01

My father served as a Master Sergeant in the 83rd. I don't know his regiment. His name was Charles F. McElwee. If you have any information, please contact me at CMcElwee@PostSchell.com Posted 26 Nov 01

Today I received the Individual Deceased Personnel File for my cousin Walter Lakeman, KIA 10 Jan 1945 near Ottre, Belgium. The file added little except he died of M.W. chest (Morter Wound?) and Capt Robert J. Lavoie, Co. C, 308th Med Bn signed the inventory of his effects which only included a bloodstained wallet, a pair of wooden shoes, a souvenir spoon and a $1.16 worth of Belgian coins. Does anyone have any knowledge of Capt. Robert Lavoie? There are 136 Robert Lavoie listings in the U.S. white pages. (Co C, 308th Med served with the 331 Inf Reg.) Bud Miller, budmiller@humboldt1.com Posted 25 Nov 01

I am looking for info about my father Pfc. Loren Hunt, Army Infantry, Oct. 14th 1942--Aug. 28th 1945, Normany, Northern France, Germany, 83rd Div., 329th IR, 1st Battalion. Thank you, tiebutterfly@yahoo.com Posted 15 Nov 01

I'm looking for information about PFC Arthur Edwards. He was my grandmother's brother, and was killed in WW2. I think he was in the 331st Infantry Regiment, 83rd Division. This conflicts with information my father once told me. According to him, he was in an armored unit and was at a rest camp when the Battle of the Bulge started. He said that he was given a rifle and put into action and killed in the Argonne. I've searched the American Battle Monuments website of WW2 deaths, and the only Arthur Edwards from Pennsylvania was in the 331st Regiment, 83rd Division. I don't know anything else about his service record. I'm having trouble locating information about him because most of his and my relatives are dead now. He was originally from Pittsburgh, PA. Sincerely, W. Scott MacDonald, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army. trombatromba@yahoo.com Posted 12 Nov 01

Bob Parsons (Sarge), F Company/331st IR, has a new email address and can be reached at Sargebobp83@aol.com. (His old email address is no longer active.) Sarge has been an invaluable source of information for the descendents of 83rd Division veterans, and without his considerable help this website would not exist. Sarge's book "Remembrances" recounts his experiences with the 83rd. If you would like a copy, you can contact Sarge at his new address. Posted 10 Nov 01

I am looking for anyone who knew my uncle, James P. Davis, Jr., who was KIA near St. Malo, France, on 8 Aug 44. He was a sergeant and the leader of a stretcher squad in the 1st Bn. Medical Section (1st Bn. Aid Station), 330th IR, 83rd Div. His commanding officer was Lt. Eugene Jenson, M.D. Please email Jim Davis at jdavis@cgdlaw.com Posted 06 Nov 01

My father was in the 83rd Div, 329th Regiment, 3rd Battalion, Co L from 1943 to 1945. He is still alive and well in Massachusetts. Hope to hear from someone who knows him....regards, George Hovey at georgehovey@attbi.com Posted 31 Oct 01

My father was in F Company, 331st from 1942-45, I'm trying to get some type of history on his and the units trek thru Europe. My father's name is Charles J. Heckler. He was from Medina, OH, and his rank at separation was PFC (ASN 35 510 066). He was wounded in France on 13 July 44, and served in all five campaigns of the 83rd Division. He got into trouble with the Red Cross because he did not write home. When his platoon sergeant found out he could not read or write, he ordered someone to write a letter for my father once a week. If anyone remember my father and could help me find more information, I would be forever in your debt. Sgt. J. Heckler at GONNABEADRILLSGT@aol.com Posted 25 Oct 01

I would like to know if anyone served with my father Robert N. Adams who was in the 83rd Infantry Division and received the Purple Heart with a cluster. DAdams4577@aol.com Posted 22 Oct 01

My grandfather, Frank Gillett, was in the 83 Infantry during the second World War. Does anyone have any information on him? Thank you. Carolecori@aol.com Posted 14 Oct 01

Hello fellow soldiers, my name is Andy and I'm a proud retired soldier of 22 years. I am looking for any info on my father's WWII unit,Co K ,330th Inf Regt 83rd Inf Div. His name was PFC Edward Yaghjian from Seekonk,Mass. From his discharge paper, he reenlisted Nov. 6 1945, Linz, Austria by 2nd Lt. Elmer L. Polite. 2nd Lt. William Graboyes was the Personnel Officer and the commander I think was Col. R.T.Foster. Can't find any info on Co "K". Also according to Battles and Campaigns he was in the Rhineland,Central Europe. Thanks for any info anyone can send to me at anjoyagh@flinthills.com Posted 13 Oct 01

My uncle T/Sgt. Russell R. Adams, 37132505, was in K Company, 330th Infantry, 83rd Div. He died 6 Jan 1945 of wounds received in action. He was awarded many medals: Silver Star, two Purple Hearts, and two Bronze Stars. If anyone has any info on him or his unit I would appreciate knowing about it. Thank you. Pam at pumfleet@show-me.net Posted 12 Oct 01

If anyone remembers Henry Hauser please drop me a line. He was a medic with the 330th IR, 2nd battalion. Served in Normandy June - July 44. (Wounded in July.) Thanks. Jim Sansone at j12685@home.com Posted 11 Oct 01

I am looking for Pvt. William Elmer Ballard , 35665211, 329 Infantry and 83rd. Divison. Could you please help with research in finding him. I would like info on where to find him dead or alive. Thank you, Debbi. Debnmarv1@cs.com Posted 10 Oct 01

Recent additions to Brothers-In-Arms include: Photo of Larry Dalton receiving Silver Star from Gen. Macon (photo courtesy Tony Vaccaro; and photo of M Company/331st IR (courtesy Sonny Duke). Posted 07 Oct 01

I am looking for anyone who may have served with my dad, Seab DeBerry. He was in the 83rd Thunderbolt Division. His rank ranged from 1 Lt. to Major. He was with the division from start to finish as far as I know. That's about all I know. If you have information, please contact me, Nana Vaughn, at diferant@txol.net. Thanks! Posted 04 Oct 01

I am seeking information on my uncle, Staff Sgt. John Kasarda, Jr., 35-591-511, 329th Infantry, killed in France on 27 July 1944. If anyone knew him or has any information on his service or death I would appreciate hearing from you. Sincerely, Mary Lynn Faunda at mlfaunda@bellsouth.net Posted 30 Sept 01

The Saint Malo Museum has been offered a US helmet by someone who found it on the battlefield and used it to protect himself, after the previous owner had been taken away by stretcher bearers. He has kept it since 1944 as a souvenir. It appears this helmet belonged to Leo J. Brady (330th Inf. Regt), S/N 36648819, killed during the battle (6 August 44) and buried in Saint James Cemetery. Much information has been obtained through the cemetery administration, except for a picture, and the museum is desperately searching for a photograph to display. Please contact Dave Curry at davecurry@ncweb.com if you have any additional info or a photo. Thanks. Posted 20 Sept 01

My Father, John F. Petrie, was a Sgt. in Co. B, 330th Inf. Regt. Does anyone who was there on Christmas day want to talk about the action? Dad passed away thirteen years ago. My Dad was a July replacement in Normandy with Co. F of the 330th and later became a member of the Regimental I&R platoon. My e-mail address is JOHN5PETRIE@Juno.com Thanks, John H. Petrie. Posted 11 Sept 01

Would like to know of anyone who may have served with my grandfather Harry Lindsey Martin. He passed on this past year. I only have a few of his stories he left behind. Would love to speak to those he served with. amydana@bellsouth.net Posted 09 Sept 01

Would like to hear from anybody who served with my cousin Fred Donald Turner in the 330th, Company F, 2nd Battalion during World War II. He was KIA from a mortar round some- where near Grosshau on 12/6/44 and was buried in Henri- Chapelle Cemetery. He was 19 at the time. Email address: dickdixie@qwest.net Posted 09 Sept 01

I am looking for anyone with information about my grandfather, Pvt. Taylor Bowling. He served in the 83rd division, 331st infantry. He was killed July 19,1944 in France. If anyone has photos or information, please contact Douglas Bowling at bowlings@swbell.net. Thank you. Posted 01 Sept 01

I am searching for anyone who knew my uncle, 1st Lt. Samuel Frandino, 330 Inf., 83 Div., KIA St. Lo, Aug 8th, 1944. Please contact me at MrFrandino@aol.com Posted 30 Aug 01

I am looking for someone who might have known my Father during WWII. He was in the 83rd, and the 329th. His name was Walter H. Tewell. He was often called "Mickey" Tewell. (Pronounced like Tool). He survived the war, but died in 1972. He won several medals, but would never discuss the war. I would like to talk to someone who knew him. Thanks. John Tewell at JTewell@aol.com Posted 29 Aug 01

There is a commemorative plate in a school, at the entrance of PLEURTUIT (Brittany), in memory of Capt. K. Sanders (83rd USID) killed, and Lt E. Eperson wounded by the same shell between the 8 and 12 Aug. 1944. As far as there is no Capt. Sanders mentioned in the 83rd losses, would anyone have any information about either Capt. Sanders or Lt. Eperson? Gilles at eric.petitgand@wanadoo.fr Posted 28 Aug. 01

In the latest journal of the 83rd there was mention of a German documentary that was to be translated into English and shown in the states on the Discovery channel. So far we have not seen it listed. Does anyone know anything more about it? My husband, Chester B. Dukeman, was in 331st, Co A. We never see anyone else from that group. His buddies called him "Mom," because he was 31 when drafted, and always grabbing an animal to cook for the group. He was a S/Sgt. in communications. We'd love to hear from any buddies. Chester is now 87, in excellent health and very active in woodworking. Joan at Wiggy3@prodigy.net Posted 28 Aug 01

Looking for information about my deceased uncle's brother Andrew Peter Anderson Jr. (nickname: Junior), age 18, who was killed on July 29, 1944 in the battle of St. Lo in France. Was in the 331st Infantry and the 83 Infantry Division. He was a Private First Class, and was from Holdrege, Neb. My email address rjhusker@alltel.net Posted 08 Aug 01

My cousin, PVT Walter Lakeman, 308th Med Bn. (Co. C), KIA 10 Jan 1945 - Belgium. Buried Ottre, Belgium. Awarded silver star. He met his brother, Ray Lakeman, of the 82nd airborne in France shortly before his death. A photo of them together was received home after the regret telegram. Which regiment did Co. C operate with? Anyone know of him from the war? He joined from Brookings, S. Dakota. Bud Miller, budmiller@humboldt1.com Posted 05 Aug 01

Looking for 2001 reunion of the 329th. Anybody who knows where, please contact me. I. Lustig at irvlus@home.com Posted 04 Aug 01

I am looking for Pvt Ronald Gabbut, ASU 35214010 Co. F 331st Inf 83 rd. Last known address was in l944 or 1945 at Camp Pickett, Virginia. You may have known John L. Hyatt, my father who was also in the F331/83rd. I hope you will see this and write me at djgist@cox.net. Johnnie Sue Hyatt Gist. Posted 31 July 01

I am looking for anyone who may have known my father, Pfc John L. Hyatt, serial number 3869776, 331 Inf 83 Div. killed April 13, 1945 and buried in the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial. I visited his grave for the first time in November 2000, keeping a promise I made as a child. I think he may have gotten as far as the Elbe River, but I don't know for sure. He was 29 years old, with a wife and two children. He was a big man from Texas. I think Pvt Ronald Gabbut, Co F 331 Inf may have known him, but I do not know anything about Pvt Gabbut. I have a faded address from Camp Pickett, Virginia on the back of a business card. You may reach me at djgist@cox.net. Thank you. Johnnie Sue Hyatt Gist, daughter..Posted 31 July 01

My name is Claire Foran. I am looking for any information regarding my father, George Bonsaint. He served in the 83rd Division 331st Infantry Company E. You can contact me via email: cforan@maine.rr.com. Thank you for your time. Posted 27 July 01

The 55th Annual Reunion of the 83rd Infantry Division Association is in Hampton, Virginia at the Holiday Inn Hampton Hotel. The Dates are Sept. 26, 27,28, 29, 2001. Holiday Inn's Toll Free number 1-800-842-9370 - Website : http://www.holidayinnhampton.com Posted 25 July 01

S/Sgt. William T. Oliver, 2nd Platoon/F Company brought a remarkable collection of photos home with him. You can see many of these photos, courtesty of Sgt. Oliver's nephew John R. O'Brien, by clicking here. There is also a link on the Brothers-In-Arms home page. Posted 19 July 01

My father Raymond Hatfield was a M/Sgt with the 324th FA Bn and served in the Normandy and Rhineland campaigns. He was from Big Clifty, KY. Any information, pictures, etc would be appreciated. I am putting together a memory book for his grandchildren. He died August, 1966. Ken.Hatfield@occ.treas.gov Posted 18 July 01

Hello. I am searching for any information on my father's brother, Private Jesse Navarro,11th Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division. Died August 26, 1944. Buried at Brittany American Cemetery St. James, France. Does anyone out there remember him or knew of him. We would like any information you can share. Awarded the Purple Heart. Thank you, Anita Navarro Blair, gsblair@prodigy.net Posted 17 July 01

My father, Raymond S. Heinly, Sergeant, serial no. 35-282-696, served with the Medical Det. 331st Inf. I have a newspaper article about the battle of Gey. His commanding officer was Capt. Wilfred Barber. I believe this was Company A. My dad is gone now, and he never wanted to talk about the war (don't blame him), but I am interested in what he experienced as it is a part of who he was. If there are any vets out there who knew my dad I'd love an e-mail. Thank you very much. My e-mail is beltes@gateway.net Posted 15 July 01

Looking for information about my brother Charles C. Ratliff, Pikeville Ky, SN 355 776 248, Pfc, MP 677, battles and campaigns were: Normandy; Northern France; Ardennes; Rhineland; Central Europe. I don't have exact dates. This information was taken from his discharge. He is deceased and did not discuss much of his experiences during WW II. Any Info will be appreciated. James B. Ratliff at jratliff@ham.net Posted 07 July 01

I am CDR Stephen Jordon, USN, the grandson of PVT William H Wakefield, ASN 31452193, of Marlboro, MA who was in 83rd Div/329 INF. He was KIA on Oct 4 1944 and buried in Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery outside of Liege, Belgium. I am searching for any information regarding his service to our country. Please contact me at eswze@msn.com Posted 06 July 01

Looking for anyone who might know the Regiment/Company of Morton Cohn (or Cohen) (of Chicago) who served in the 83rd Division from 9 June 44 through 14 Dec 44. Please contact Steven Karras at steveland@earthlink.com Posted 3 July 01

Brothers-In-Arms is pleased to add a collection of letters from Col. James Shonak, who was Captain of Anti-Tank Company/331st Infantry. In these letters Col. Shonak tells for the first time the true horror of the Normandy hedgerows. There is a link to these letters on the Brothers-In Arms homepage, or you can go directly to these letters by clicking here. Posted 17 June 01

I'm looking for anyone who served with my father, Sgt. Sigfredo H. Guzman, ASN 38-455-064, 331st Regiment, Company B, 83rd Division.He would like to rekindle old friendships. Any information can be sent to sig51@yahoo.com Posted 11 June 01

My next-door neighbor's father served in the 83rd. I do not know much about him. His name is Joe Sullivan, He was from Philadelphia, Pa. If any one has any info on him, please contact me at drew987v@juno.com. Thank you. Posted 11 June 01

My uncle was with the 330th Regiment, Company D. He was a First Sergeant of a 81mm mortar/30 cal light machine gun crew. His name is Paul Smith. Does anyone out there know of any more history connected with my uncle? Duane Kennedy at DKENNEDY@csd4.k12.mo.us Posted 04 June 01

I was a member of the 330th INF before going to the Air Corps. I am trying to find out information about my old friend who was in our Company and with who I exchanged letters with up to about December 1944. He was promoted to 1st Lt on the battle field. His name was NEEDHAM V. ALFORD and had also spent four years in the USMC, the last two in the USMC Band in Washington, DC. Any help in finding out what happened to him, etc would be very much appreciated. Everett E. Worrell, Jr., Major, USAF Retired. E-Mail w4wjj@worldnet.att.net Posted 02 Jun 01

My grandfather passed away about a year ago. If anyone has a list of people's names, I would like to know who he was with. His name is Elmer Rumage he was in the 331st Infantry Regiment of the 83rd Infantry Division. My email address is ders77@emcs.net Posted 31 May 01

If anyone was in Kapellen Germany on March 2, 1945 and recalls what happened there I would be interested in information. My father, Robert Needleman, was a forward observer and was awarded a Silver Star for identifying the attack and remaining in an exposed position with his radio to send in a fire mission against enemy forces. He was with the 83rd Infantry Division, 331st Regiment, 908th Field Artillery Battalion. If anyone recalls this event please send an e-mail to dfn@comcast.net Posted 28 May 01

Anyone seeking government records for a deceased veteran should check the Total Army Personnel Command website for important information on how and where to obtain records. Posted 27 May 01

My name is Mike Ciesielski. My grandpa recently died, like this Wednesday to be exact, and I always wanted to find out what he actually did in the war, but never asked. Now that it is too late, I would like to know if anyone has information about his regiment, him, or anything else that might be of help to better understand what he did. His name was Chester S. Ciesielski, he was part of Company D of the 330th Infantry Regiment of the 83rd Division. His Army Serial Number was 36 973 349, and he was a Technician Fifth Grade. If anyone has info about him or his regiment, I would be grateful to know. Thank you. My email address is Sk8terMC7@aol.com Posted 26 May 01

Brothers-In-Arms is privileged to present the story of George Terhanko, First Sergeant of F Company/331st Infantry. There is a link to his story on the Brothers-In-Arms home page, or you can go directly to First Sergeant Terhanko's story by clicking here. Posted 24 May 01

I am looking for a picture of Col. Foster, Regiment Commander of the 330th IR, 83rd Div.. My email is peteandjean@myexcel.com. Thank you. Walter L.Arnold. Posted 16 May 01

Jack Solomon is my father. He was reported KIA, in March of 45 at the 'Battle of the Bulge'. He was 29, married with 2 children. He joined the Army out of guilt because his 2 younger brothers joined the Marines and Navy. My mother was very upset that he would leave her with 2 small children. If anyone knows anything about my dad, please email me at..... wwalter@gdys.com Posted 04 May 01

My Dad was in the 83rd Infantry, 330th regiment, "K" Company. His name was PFC George Verbosh. He was from a small town in Pennsylvania. He died in July 1983. Is there anyone out there that remembers him? Thank you, Barbara Verbosh-Guigno at BarbaraGuigno@AOL.com Posted 04 May 01

Looking for information/stories about my uncle, Sgt. Joseph F. Ponzio, #33338882 of the 83rd Infantry, 330th Company L, 1st Platoon, especially copy of newspaper article when interviewed by Gen. Eisenhower June 1944 Omaha Beach. Uncle Joe passed away April 1991. Please e-mail at AnnaZak@msn.com. Thank you! Posted 30 Apr 01

Looking for information on my grandfather, Joe Saiz. 1944 - 1946 machine gunner, 83rd Div, 329th Inf., Company K. Any information will help. My email is star@3lefties.com. Please take a look at my site for him http://sitebuilder.liveuniverse.com/delstar/index.html Posted 29 Apr 01

My husband, 2nd Lt Ralph Spaans, was killed in the Hurtgen Forest in November 1944. Now I am writing a book, not about the battle itself, but about the men who fought there and their wives, widows, and children whose lives were changed forever as a result of it. I am looking for stories from and about the men, from themselves and their families. This is a book that needs to be written, that must be written. The sacrifices and pain of everyone involved must be recognised and validated. I am a retired journalist and editor and I promise the book will be well, and sensitively written. Contributions can carry names or be published anonymously.If you have stories you would like to share, or know someone who has, please contact me at paddas@hotmail.com. Sincerely, Padda Spaans Posted 28 Apr 01

I am looking for copies of the Regimental Crests for the 329th through 331st Infantry Regiments who were part of the 83d Infantry Division. I maintain a historical display case in the 83d Infantry Division Memorial Reserve Center in Columbus Ohio. I have some artifacts of the 83d Division but do not have a good copy of the regimental crests. LTC (Ret) Richard Hoffman at ltcrlh@msn.com Posted 25 Apr 01

My dad, Pfc Otto Charles Phillips, was in WWII from 1942 - 1945. He was in "C" Company, 331St Inf., 83rd Div. He was decorated with the Bronze Star. He was involved in (5) major battles. He would not talk about his time in the service much and destroyed most of his things when I was a kid. Up until now all I knew about him "I was just a truck driver". That was probably a lie since we all know they don't give Bronze Stars to truck drivers. One thing that always made him mad was near the end he was reassigned to a tank outfit under Gen. Geo. Patton and was discharged out of the tank outfit instead of the 331st Infantry. Any information available on my father can be E-Mailed tozippo3207@cs.com My dad passed away in 1980 and any information would be appreciated. Thank You. Posted 25 Apr 01

I am looking for information about my father, Edmund O'Donohue of Brooklyn, NY. According to his discharge papers he was with the 83rd FA BN, Company C. In Europe from 9/43 to 9/45. Please contact me at odonohue@optonline.net Posted 17 Apr 01

Could you please send any information you might have on Company A, 330th Infantry? I'm interested in finding out the status of the men in this company. Thank you. George Brackett at Mabr1@aol.com Posted 15 Apr 01

My brother-in-law was a member of Company A, 330th Infantry, 83rd Division. His name is Richard Walker, and he currently lives in Hudson, Florida. I am assisting him in his quest to gather information on the 330th Infantry. Cecil Clayton, Jr. at Fishingtim@aol.com Posted 3 Apr 01

I am looking for the burial place and any other info of my uncle, Raymond Painter, head cook, 330th, 83rd Div. He died 7-10-44 and is buried in France. Please contact Ella Shippman at ellas@angelfire.com Posted 19 Mar 01

Looking for info on T5 James E. Hill, SN#36554773, KIA Sept. 25, 1944, buried at Brittany American Cemetery. Also looking for ilnfo on the 688th Field Artillery Battalion. Any info would help. Contact James Hill, 16751 Bluff City Rd., Henderson, KY 42420, or email at boomerxm@bellsouth.net Posted 10 Mar 01

My grandfather, Robbie Williams, was in the 3rd Battalion, 26th Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, Company M. He was told, while in the hospital after a night in the battle field, that he was being cited for the Congressional Medal of Honor. He believes the man citing him was killed before he was able to do so. Now my grandfather is pursuing the Medal, that he deserves. If you know anyone who may have served with him, contact me at wilbanr@clemson.edu. Thank you. Posted 9 Mar 01

Searching for information about history of I Company , 330th Infantry Regiment, 83rd Infantry. My Dad, William L. Russell was Company Commander of I Company during 1944 and early 45. Wounded 5 times. He spoke highly of it. Also mentioned a Major Bill White who was Battalion XO. Bill Russell at lynnandbill@worldnet.att.net Posted 7 Mar 01

I'm looking for anyone who may remember my uncle, Clifford Wolff from Plato, MN. He served with Company E, 329th Infantry, 83rd Division. He died in the war. I have his Purple Heart, and want to know more. Thanks for any help. Karla Kullman at kkullman@hutchtel.net Posted 26 Feb 01

I'm looking for anyone who might have known my uncle, S/Sgt. Joseph F. Kufrovich, of the 331st, who was killed in action in July '44 near St. Lo. He was from Mahanoy City (northeast) Pennsylvania, and also had another brother in the war. Anyone who knew him or anything about him in France please e-mail me. Much appreciated! Please e-mailfrank@thinkvitamins.com. Thanks! Posted 26 Feb 01

Jean-Paul Pitou, Preuilly, France, is researching the history of the 83rd Division Campaign at Sainteny, France. Jean-Paul has talked with many Sainteny residents, and reports that all were evacuated before 4 July 1944, with the exception of Rosalie Deslandes, Valerie Mouchel, and their maid Marie Mayeux. They were found hiding in Les Landes, just south of Sainteny. Marie Mayeux was held by American Forces on charges of espionage, and was released after two days of interrogation. If any 83rd veteran remembers this incident, please contact me at davecurry@ncweb.com so that I can pass any information that you may have along to Jean-Paul. Thanks, Dave Curry. Posted 20 Feb 01

My Dad, 1st Lt. Lawrence E. Zeleznik, died in October 1999 and never would give us much information about his experiences in combat. I finally prevailed upon him to write his story and although it is very limited I do believe he was in the 331st Infantry Regiment and was in command of a machine gun platoon in a heavy weapons company --either in Company D 1st Battalion, Company H 2nd Battalion, or Company M 3rd Battalion. According to an after-action report sent to me by Sgt. Parsons the 3rd Battalion remained in Gey on December 14, 1944. At that time my Dad was engaged in an active attack and was knocked senseless by an exploding mortar shell. He was sent back to England, then to Percy Jones Hospital in Michigan. I believe he was a replacement officer because he landed at Omaha beach two days after D-day. He was wounded in France on July 19, sent back to England, and the returned to the continent " catching up with his unit near the town of Grevenmacher." If anyone has any information about him or might have known my Dad I would love to learn more. Thanks. Lzeleznik@aol.com Posted 20 Feb 01

I am looking for veterans, or descendants of veterans, of the 1260th Combat Engineers Battallion. My father served in that unit in WWII and I didn't know until after his death that he was awarded two Bronze Stars. He would never talk about his experiences while he was alive. Thanks. Sherman Harris at sherman_d_harris@yahoo.com. Posted 19 Feb 01

I know my Dad fought in France and the Hurtgen Forest, although he was always closed lipped about this, I was hoping to obtain some info on his war days. He was in the Army, has 2 Purple Hearts oak cluster and was in the ocs. He was stationed in Canada before going to Europe His name was Rocco (Rocky) D'amore. He came from Brooklyn, NY. He came back wounded and went to Detriot VA hospital. Any help would be greatly appreciated as he has passed and is missed greatly. He was born Jan 1924. Please contact CasaDamore@aol.com Posted 19 Feb 01

I am looking for information about Arnold W. Slocum, ASN 38603397, S/Sgt, a member of Company K, 330th Infantry, 83rd Division. Wounded 6 Jan, 45, discharged Aug, 45. Form 214 shows he fought in Northern France, Ardennes and Rhineland. Any help will be appreciated. Please contact Robert Crawford at robcon@crosscountybank.com. Posted 02 Feb 01

I am seeking imformation about my late father, Daniel W. (Whit) Halladay, commander K Co., 331st Rgmt. Please contact Steve Halladay at calypso99@earthlink.net. Posted 02 Feb 01

I am trying to find any information on my father-in-law Pvt. Abert Riedl, ASN 33919625, 331st Regiment. Company B, 83rd Division. He was killed 13 Dec 1944 in the town of Gey and is buried at Henri-Chapelle, Belgium. That is all the information I have. Any info or accounts of what occured on 13 Dec 1944 would be helpful. Thank You . Morton Higgs at MRPADRAT@hotmail.com Posted 01 Feb 01

If you have memories of World War Two that you would like to share, please visit The Wartime Memories Project Website (http://www.wartimememories.co.uk) and record your recollections so that they will be preserved for future generations. The project aims to collect and preserve all types of recollections from any part of the globe. Posted 01 Feb 01

I'm trying to locate Cpl. James R. Adams A.S.N. 34359260 from 467th Engineers Maintenance Company. He left Brooklyn New York on troopship USS Almaack on Feb. 1942 and landed in Northern Ireland on March 2nd .The unit was in Ireland from March to August 42 at Ballychore or Ballyclare. He was stationed in Rodange Luxembourg in Dec. 1944 and my grand-parents hosted him. He told them he had been at Omaha Beach ,he left and came back and it seems that they fought around Aachen Germany, maybe Huertgen Forest. I would like to locate Cpl. Adams or someone knowing him or telling me about the 467th Engrs. I am thankful for any help or useful hint. Thank you very much in advance. Sincerely, Monique at gnormand@pt.lu Posted 25 Jan 01

I am the grandson of a captain in the 774th Tank Battalion. I am looking for information on this unit and pictures of the unit also. I have found reference to it being attached to the 83rd ID for a substantial period of time. Any help that you can give me would be appreciated. Please contact Bryan Barrineau at rbarrin@CLEMSON.EDU Thank you. Posted 25 Jan 01

Fred Pearson, 453rd AAA, reports that a Certificate of Appreciation is being awarded by the French Government to all LIVING veterans that participated in the Liberation of France from June 6, 1944 through May 8, 1945. This is not the Normandy Medal that has been given out in the past, but is strictly a certificate. Full information can be found on the French Embassy website at: http://www.info-france-usa.org/fhot2.htm Posted 20 Jan 01

I'm looking for information about my uncle, Eugene M. Zender, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, S/N O1287105. He was with the 329th Infantry Regiment, 83rd Infantry Division, and entered the Service from Wisconsin. He died July 13, 1944 and is buried at Plot B, Row 18, Grave 44 in the Normandy American Cemetery, St. Laurent-sur-Mer, France. Awards: Bronze Star, Purple Heart. Anyone who may have known my uncle or who has further information, please contact Kurt Carlson at kurtscarlson@yahoo.com Posted 15 Jan 01

My father (deceased), Harold W. Moore from Iowa, was a Sergeant in Co. M, 331st IR, 83rd Division. His Army serial number was# 37665429. I would really like to find somebody that knew him, some information about him....he never told us anything about the war. He was also discharged when he froze his feet. He died March 4, 1982 at the age of 59 from cancer. Thank you. Kathy Moore at boz@dodgenet.com Posted 15 Jan 01

I'm looking for information about Sherman Young, 330th Infantry Regiment, 83rd Division, KIA on 15 Jan 1945. I would like to buy a memorial brick at Camp Atterbury in his honor, but first want to determine the Company that he was in. Please contact Floyd Richmond (F. Co./331st IR) at floydss@indy.net Thanks. Posted 13 Jan 01

The 55th Annual Reunion of the 83rd Infantry Division Association will be held at Holiday Inn Hampton Hotel, Hampton, VA on Sept. 26 through 29, 2001. You can contact the Holiday Inn Hampton Hotel, or contact the 83rd Infantry Division Association, 3749 Stahlheber Rd., Hamilton, OH 45013-8907. Posted 07 Jan 01

Seeking info on Cosby B. Wheeler, #20811424, killed Aug. 26,1944 with Co. K, 330th. Would like to know location of that day's action and any other info pertaining to members of 330th. Thanks , John Nance at johnbnance@aol.com Posted 05 Jan 01