Soy – Hotton Road
The following account was drawn from a book written in 2006 by Robert K. McDonald, called, The Hotton Report. It tells of the importance of […]
What Was Axis Sally Doing?
While resting in an Italian based camp prior to the launch of Operation Dragoon, CPL Charles E. Pugh of the 596th Parachute Engineer Company, tuned […]
Funzafire! USO and Warm Food
The capture of Rome was incredibly important to the Allies. It was hoped that the capture of the Italian capital might draw German troops away […]
Anniversary of VE Day!
https://www.history.com/news/v-e-day-around-the-world On May 8, 1945 – known as Victory in Europe Day or V-E Day – celebrations erupted around the world to mark the end […]
Roman Holiday, Visiting the Pope
Later in June, the 517th was taken off the line, getting some much-needed rest and joining the IV Corps reserve. The Mediterranean High Command had […]
Italy, The Crater
I know that I said this article would talk about the unit’s first combat days, a Roman holiday and visit with the Pope, but after […]
Troop Transports: Nazi U-boats: Göring’s Luftwaffe
Early on during WWII, the German Wehrmacht had their way with anyone they decided to fight. The Wehrmacht formed the heart of Germany’s politico-military power. […]
Camp Toccoa and a Band of Brothers
Who are a Band of Brothers and what is Camp Toccoa all about? While many groups lay claim to the phrase ‘Band of Brothers’ for […]