My father, Walter F. Schmid served as a Mortar Gunner (607). Today is the 64th anniversary of the day he entered active duty (Nov 11, 1942). He recieved his Purple Heart on Dec 29, 1944 due to his feet being frozen. He died in April 1997. He spoke very little about his service and never attended any of the reunions, but I know that he was proud of his service.