We were recently given many of my father-in-laws medals and shoulder sleeve insignias. I am earnestly attempting to identify and chronicle his efforts for our family. Does any one have good online info about how to identify odd medals and patches. I've been to the army recruiters and have perused many "medal sites", but I still have several that remain mystery medals/patches.

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I was wondering if you could point me in the right direction. I'm looking for all the information on my grandfather's military history as possible. I do know that he was a corporal in the 11th armored division 3rd army. I know he was in Patton's 3rd army throughout the whole duration of that war. I know his enlist and discharge dates but this is as far as it goes. I wish I could of gotten this information from him before he died in 2004. However like many veterans of WWII he didn't like to talk about it. Any help in this matter would greatly be appreciated. His name was Harold E. Fangmeier, he either enlisted in Mason Co. IL or Peoria, IL.

OT: I just received a second phishing email from a scammer that is mining information from this site, connecting my father's name with my email. Please be careful about what you post online.

My grandfather was Dominic Capparelli. He was a Sgt and served as a communications chief in the 11th Armored Division. He receieved the European Theatre of Operations Medal and was awarded the Purple Heart. Any other information anyone has on him would be great.

My Father was Matthew Ostrowski. He was an MP in the 11th Armored Division and was at the battle of the Bulge. I find myself looking at this website today on Feb 20, 2008. Tomorrow Feb. 21 will be the first anniversary of my Dear Dad's Death. He lived to be 95. When he was younger he didn't talk much about the War but as he got older he talked about it daily.
Dad was a great man. He was a Buffalo Policeman and retired as a Captain. I am now a Lieutenant in the Buffalo Police department.My Dad always said that it took his daughter to follow in his footsteps. My brothers chose other occupations.
I must say that my Father and also my Mother are surely members of the Greatest Generation. They grew up during the depression and were both very poor. They worked hard and were decent honorable people who taught their children to be the same and taught by example.
I know that my parents are only 2 of those people and that you genltemen are also of that generation. I would like to thank all of you for everything you have done to make this world that you have passed down to your children such a phenomenal place.
I have had the opportunity to travel to Eurpoe several times and each time I come home I realize just what a great country America is. I know that I have you men, many of whom were young boys when you fought for our counrty, to thank.
From the bottom of the heart of a daughter of a Soldier in the 11th Armored Division.......THANKYOU !

Looking for information on the 490thAFA, Battery C

I have been going through paperwork from my grandfather�s service in Bravo (B) Battery, 491st Armored Field Artillery Battalion during WWII, in the attempt to produce a booklet for my Grandmother, Mother and Sister to have as mementos, as my Grandfather passed away in 1989. I have very little information on his service (since he refused to talk openly about it, which for obvious resaons, is the case with all older veterns. His name was William "Bill" E. Coplin, and at the time of his discharged he was the rank of TEC 4. He entered into active service on 6 Nov 42, and 14 Nov 1945 was his separation date from Carson Colorado Hospital Center. I have his medals which include the Good Conduct Ribbon, WWII Victory Ribbon, EAME Ribbon w/ 3 Bronze Service Stars, Purple Heart w/ 2 Stars and the ATCM (?). I know it�s pretty improbable, but if there are any other photos,information, or possibly someone who served with him...I would greatly appreciate any information.

My grandfather,PFC Charles F. Fletcher, who passed away before I was one, served with C 63rd AIB. It is my understanding that on Apr. 9th 1945 he was near Wiedersbach, Germany looking for his brother, Malcolm (unk which unit). He was in front of our lines and was shot and captured by German forces (possibly SS). He was eventually rescued and was sent home. Anyone who knew him or has additional information please write me. I am in the Army and look upon all vets with honor. God Bless you all.

I am looking for information on Sgt. Arthur Fredrick. He was a tank commander in Company C, 22nd Tank Battalion, 11th Armored Division and was wounded near Vivier du Four, Belgium in January 1945. Any information, photos, or stories would be greatly appreciated.

Looking for any information regarding a relative of mine, PFC Robert L. "Bob" Harris who served in the HQ company 63rd AIB. Thanks!

Hi. I have been looking for a detailed history and pictures of the 42nd Tank Battalion, Company C. Please drop me an email if you can help. Thanks

Looking for information on: 559th HM ORD.
My dad trained at Camp Santa Anita and Camp Cooke in 1943 and early 1944, before going to England and then to Utah Beach on June 9th, 1944.

I have the group picture from my father of Company D, 63rd Bn, Camp Barkeley, Texas circa June(?) 1943 if anyone is interested in finding a loved one in the photo, I will e-mail copy to you. I would also like to hear from anyone out there that would have any memories of my Dad. His name was C.B.Barbary from Greer, SC. He often went by the nickname "Bob" because he had only intials as his name. I know that he was in the Medical Replacement Training Center at Barkeley from about June 1943 until Overseas deployment in Sept 1944 (?). He was for sure at Southampton, England in 1944 and I believe went on to Cherbourg, France.

Hi my Grandfather served with company B of the 811th TD Batt. First and foremost God Bless Veterans! My Grandfather Raymond Oscar Hofmann. or Bill was with a 11th Armored Division. I know he trained in Fort Hood Texas. I know he was on the second wave at Omaha beach, also fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and the Seigfreid Line. He also went through St.Lo, where I believe his tank was hit when he was not in it.(Possibly his commanders life was taken here) Pictures from a book called "THINK".

Anyone having information feel free to contact me ''PLEASE'' and thanks!

My Uncle, 2nd Lt. Wilbert J. Dunn was with the 11th Armored Division, 55th Armored Infantry Bn. and was killed in action either January 13 or 15, 1945 during the Battle of the Bulge. Is there anyway I can find out the Company he was assigned with, any citations he may have recieved. Any information would be appreciated. Thank You

I recently found out my grandfather, Leland A. McGrew, served in the 11th Armored. I believe he was a 2nd or 1st Lt. and I was just wondering if anyone could tell me more information about what platoon or anything else along those lines that they knew about him. Thank you all very much for what you have done!

I am looking for information on my Father-in-law, PFC Henry Dudziec. He was from Brooklyn, New York, and served in the 11th at the Battle of the Bulge. As he was the typical soldier who kept his war experiences to himself, his daughter (my wife Allison) would love some info on this early part of his life. He passed in early 2005 at the age of 79. Please drop a line if you can help me out....

Thanks so much,
Dan

My dad,Arthur Loyd Shipley was a tank driver in HQ company of the 753rd tank battalion during WWII. Dad was from Oklahoma, and the guys called him "pop" as he was 28 years old when they shipped out to North Africa and most of the guys were 19 or 20. Dad died in a tractor accident back in 1980. I am trying to either locate someone who might have known him in service or maybe someone from the 753rd who authored a book about their service. Any information would be appreciated. Please email anything you would consider of interest. Thanks for your time. Curtis Shipley

Hello

i adopted the grave of a very brave soldier and taking care of his grave.

I am looking for any information about Corporal Gustavo R Ontiveroz.
id 38143301 from Texas.
As far as my information is correct he was assigned at the 1st squad 4th platoon with Lt Patrick Murphy and T/Sgt William Basso.
That is all i know and i really want to know a lot more about this men.

please take a look at my website its also in English.

Hope to hear from anyone
Gr Andy

My Father (Robert Stilwell) was in the 11th armored division WW2. He has never cared to discuss the war with any of us (9 children). He is in good health. If anyone remembers my Father please respond!
Mike Stilwell

I was wondering if anyone here can help me with some research. I write children’s books, and I am beginning a historical fiction book on the liberators and survivors of Mathausen. My premise is an American soldier befriending a young man from the camp after liberation. Of course, it is fictional, but I need some background to write this. I will be interviewing people, but I was hoping someone here could suggest specific sites to go to or specific people to interview. I’m mainly looking to see what the protocol after the war was. Where did the survivors go? Was there anything done for the young ones?
I grew up hearing stories of the Eleventh Armored Division from my father, Eli Warach of the 42nd Tank Battalion; Company D. He happened to be president of your group at the time of his death in 2001. I still have copies of the beautiful tributes many of you had written. I have written essays having to do with the Battle of the Bulge and the subsequent liberation of Mathausen based on his and others’ remarks, but since I mainly write for children, I am now working on this upper elementary picture book.
Any suggestions to help with research would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

My father, Marcel E. (Frenchy) Gagnon served with the 11th Armored Division. He was wounded and received the Purple Heart. He passed away at age 89 on December 12, 2007. I would love to hear from anyone who remembers my Dad. He spoke little about his experiences and I especially would love to know any stories that anyone has.

My Grandfather was in Company "A" 21st armored infantry 11th armored division -he recently died and I would love to hear from anyone who knew him during the war. His name is Harold Reinold. Thanks

Anybody out there that served in C Company 42nd Battalion would like to hear from you.

My father served in ww2, they were called the Lucky 38th.Any info would be appreciated his name was Rene Cole.

My grandfather, Leopold Lacher, was in the 11th armored. I never knew him, but would like to know if there is someone out there who did.

Great site!

I believe my father-in-law; Charley Sylvis served in the 11th. He was older, 36, when he served. He has passed away and I would like to know if anyone remembers him. He was from Blair, NE and said he delivered mail while in Europe.

Thanks

My father was rescued as a forced labourer nearby MAINLEUS in Germany when he and his comrades where forced to walk to the Czhech border. I wonder if any of you soldiers who were in combat in that area can still recall of this event. Any information is wellcome

To anyone in the 11th AD/CCR/55th AIB/Co. A-

I happened to read Wm. Fee's diary about his experiences through Europe during WWII, and saw mention of my father, ANGELO MAGELLI- at least, I assume it was my father. I know he was in the 11th AD, and I don't think there were too many Angelo Magelli's. In the diary, he has the nickname "Doc", which I had never heard before. My mother says he was a medic, but, how did he then end up as 1st. Sgt. of an infantry company? Unfortunately, the diary ends before the date when my father was wounded and finished with the war. Does anyone know how to contact Mr. Fee or have any additional information about my Dad so I might fill in some blanks about his life? My dad died several years ago, so I can get no stories from him.

I just read the account of when my uncle participated in the Battle of the Bulge with C company 11th armoured. His name is Cpl. Raymond Imholt.

I'm looking for information about my grandfather's time in Company A of the 56th Armored Infantry Div. Rhineland and Central Europe. At Fame Theatre he was wounded. And he told a story of using wench trucks to lift all equipment and vehicles out of a dead end canyon. He was a Auto Mechanic 014 combat infantryman and we know he entered the service in Tulsa, OK in 1942. His name was P.J. Robinson.

If anyone knows anything about his division or knew him, please contact me at nscheffler[at]gmail.com

I am an author of a book on a Spanish survivor of the Mauthausen death camp. In interviews, the survivor describes being assigned to a work detail outside Mauthausen when he met approaching U.S. forces, most likely the 26th Infantry and/or 11th Armored Divisions. He speaks at length about a deep friendship he developed with an Army official named Ramon Navarro (Novarro/Nobarro/Nabarro?), who assisted as an interpreter when the survivor was debriefed outside of the Mauthausen prior to the assault on the town and camp.

I would be very much interested in getting in touch with this soldier, if he is living. The only information I have about this officer is that he was among the U.S. forces to liberate Mauthausen, and was Hispanic, fluent in Spanish. The survivor believed he was adorned with 4 stripes, but this may be inaccurate.

If Ramon could be identified and located, I would be willing to fly the survivor up from Bolivia at my own expense to reunite captive and liberator, possibly for your next reunion.

I would be extremely grateful for your help.

Stewart James-Lejárcegui

Have just found this site. Should have done this years ago. My dad, George Pawlo of Jersey City, NJ served in Company B, 42nd Battalion. He passed away in 1963. He was a SGT and received a purple heart. He never said much about his service time. Would like to have information on how to find service details and/or if photos exist. Cannot find him in any photos on this site. I saw March 2007 posting about full company picture ?? is this available yet ?? Thanks to all in advance

My dad, Walter White from Boston, Mass. served in C Co., 63rd AIB, 11th AD from Fall 1944 to VE Day. Prior to that he was with the AAF in England driving trucks and loading planes. Would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who served with him. He passed away in 1968 so we know little of his war experience, other than what we have gleaned from letters he wrote home to our Grandmother from. I'm at wcw188@aol.com. Eternally grateful for your service and our freedom.

My late father, Marvin Krumholz of Newark, NJ, was in the 11th Armored Division. I just watched the Ken Burns' documentary "The War" and heard the remarks of former division member Burnett Miller of Sacramento. Many of the recollections of Mr. Miller were familiar as my father used to tell me and my brothers about his time in the Army and The Battle of the Bulge. I would be very happy to hear from anyone who knew my Dad. My email address is mfkrumholz@yahoo.com.

My grandfather Daniel Chester Woods (D.C. Woods) fought in the 11th armored Thunderbolt Divison. Saddly he passed away in September of '96. If anyone has any information about him I would like to know. My email address is jbw462@hotmail.com.

My father Clarence Deutsch fought in the Battle of the Bulge. He recently passed away. I wish we would have known about this website before. Over the years he told good and bad stories of the times in war. I think, but am not sure, that he was in the 41st Calvary Recon. He was very close to his grandchildren and we would like as much information as possible about anyone who knew him during the war. I was substitute teaching in a 3rd grade class and they were reading the book "The Flag with Fifty-Six Stars" and I was blessed to hear the 11th Armored Division. The book is incredible. I cried as we finished reading it. Any information would be great!!

A new photo gallery is posted here:

http://www.11tharmoreddivision.com/member_photos/42_tank/burns/index.htm

It is Bob Burns 1940's photo album sent in by his Grandson Kevin. There are many interesting photos and news articles.

To the veterans of the 11th Armored.

I am doing reserch on the battle of the bulge and also trying to find information on a man in the division called "Jimmy" who was killed around the time of the battle of the bulge, if you have any information that you think might be helpfull plese E-mail me at Jwwonch@hotmail.com
Thank you For everything