my father, Msg Harold M Douglass was with the 11th Armored Div, 22nd Battalion and was at the Battle of the Bulge. He injured his back and was sent to Springfield, MO for surgery. I have his sleeping bags, winter and summer, and would like to donate them to a museum, does anyone have any suggestions

My dad was part of the 11th Armored Division in the Pacific with the 713th Flame Thrower Tank Batallion. I am trying to put together a flag box for him, and I really would like to be able to display his unit patch and unit insignia. Is there any place I could locate either or both of those items?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Mike Reasoner
Lapel, Indiana

I was noticing from the list that attended the reunion recently that there was a George Baur who was in the 490th AFA. My father, Frank Hass, was in the 490th as well. I was wondering if there is any way that maybe Mr. Baur knoew of my father. I have a picture of my father with two men in southern France, and I do not know who they are. My father passed away Jan. 21, 2008. If I can get in contact with Mr. Baur, please let me know.

We are looking for any information regarding my Grandfather Gregorio Gomez, he was 41st Cavalry Recon Sqdn. I hope this finds someone that can help or remembers. Anything from plain general info, to photos his records were lost in the fire and he died long before he could share his story. Thank you Jeremy Gomez jergo73@yaoo.com

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Technician Fourth Grade Alexander Kertok, Mess Sergeant with the 713th Tank Battalion, Headquarters Company, who served on Okinawa, passed away on Friday, August 14th at the age of 92. After the war, he married and raised two sons. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, two sons, two grandsons, and three great grandsons.

As I read the postings on the bulletin board, I am struck by the many later generations who are seeking info on their ancestor who fouight in WWII. If you haven't written your story & memos of that era you are doing your family and others are disservice. So get busy while you have time!

Today, August 6, 2009, my family buried my grandfather, Robert Barrow. He was a proud member of the 11th Armored Division. He was also a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and a real American hero. He spoke so fondly of his fellow soldiers.

DO YOU REMEMBER CAMP BARKELEY HOSPITAL?
I am doing research on the Barkeley Station Hospital and would like to confirm the location of the Emergency entrance, X-ray department, Nurses' quarters, and Administrative entrance. Also was the large building just to the west of the hospital a movie theater?

If you can confirm or correct any of the locations in the accompanying aerial photo, please email me.

A better quality photo and also a postcard photo are located at:

http://rmays.jb-photo.net/BarkeleyStationHospitalAerial.JPG

http://rmays.jb-photo.net/BarkeleyStationHospitalPostcard.JPG

Many thanks for your service to our country!

Robert Mays

I am looking for anyone with information or photos of my grandfather Lyle S. Willoughby who was a Sgt with the 41st Cavalary Reconnaissance Squadron Mechanized, Company F.

My Grandfather's Name was Sgt Joseph R Sweeney 11th Armored, 41st Recon Squadron, B Troop. I have scanned and cleaned up nearly 100 pictures and have posted some of the names below. If you are interested in any of them, or know of any of these men please contact me!

George Hutto, J.T. May, Leo Hill,
Erinie Pradelli, Dan Courtney, J Miller, Mickey Plaza. Bob Brenel, Joe McNally, Bill Bonk, Sgt Gartner, Sgt Lawhead,
Don Lotz, Bud Howes, Lts; Crow,
Ballard, Gardonia, and Holms,
Ottis Perry, Stan Albin, Frank Roberts, Leo Prterfiled, Cleaton Beaty,
Bell Hamilton, Ed Opachich, Bruno Witkowski, Bell Beverlin,
Hunter, Murphy, Hessler, Auquianto, Popa, Melissie, Sewseizcz,
Wendell Morris, Dan Latshaw, Ed Yaggi, Chuck Wilson, Paul Fox, Al FiRito,
Floyd North, Stan Roos, Casper Emerson, Youngblood, Walsh, Orlie Hellen, Ellsworth Bennett, MARK WEST,
Charles Fisher, Walter Johnson,
Joe Canavan, Maniscalo, Lee Porterfield, Wilfred Ferzacca, Mensch, VanRy,
Merline Crouse, Dan Latshaw,
Celement Kowasskaowksi, Bill Conner,
Bob Brenzel, Fred Hershy, Frank Hensly,
Norbert Wisnienski,
Lt. Col Prince (wife and daughter)

Along with many pictures of Ibis, Cooke, Polk, Co B 91st Armored Ren BN & Camp Polk,

My dad was in the 276th armored field artillery .Was discharged june 30 th 1946. His name is Fred c Barton.
He is gone now . But he had many stories from that time. Thanks for reading.

My dad Paul Parichuk who served in the 492nd Field Artillery from 1942 to 1946 passed away on July 10, 2009.

This guy 's name is David W. Houston, Jr.
He was living in Aberdeen, Mississippi.
During the war he was in an Armored Division but we don't know what division ?
After Christmas 1944, he was billeted for 2 to 3 days in the Mernier Family at Bernimont, a tiny village close to Neufchâteau, Belgium.
Do you maybe know him and do you know what was his former unit ?

My father Maj Leo F Kelly, Quartermaster Corps, trained with the 11th in the US. He spent the European campaign with the XIX Corps.

i am looking for any info on my dad. arthur c swartz he was with company a 22nd tank bn. he was wounded before the bulge.

I discovered this site through my Great Uncle who found out I was interested in history, especially concerning WWII. My Step Great Grandfather, Grandpa Albert, aka Albert Foret, served in the 11th Armored Division, and though I did have the chance to meet him, I was very little and don't really remember him. I never really got the chance to talk to him about his time in the service and would love to find out more about him. If anyone can maybe offer me any stories or tidbits about him or of his travels during his time in the 11th, I would be very thankful!Thanks and God bless!

i found your link on the homapage of the memorial of mauthausen!! i only want to send the soldiers, which stopped the killing in mauthausen, a big "thank you and god bless you"!!!! we should never forgett what happened at that time and we should never forgett the us army, which stopped that terrible part of our history!! thank you very much! greetings from austria

I am trying to find out if there is anyone still alive who can share any stories about my father pfc Gail Nelson Blakely-he was a member of the 575th and told very little to his wife Esther, ,or any of his seven children.

I have tried for years to find a site that has free access, I just am curious if someone could tell me anything??

Here is what we know:
he was a gunner repair man on a half track
he freed prisoners at a concentration camp
he was 18 when he entered the war

from all we hear he knew how to make danishes???

he was married for 34 years, and most of his battalion mates are from Ohio.

Thomas Camby from Ohio was one of his closest friends from the war.

he died in 1986 and he is my greatest hero because of his military service.
He had me when he was 47 years old and he would be 85 in September if he was still living.
the picture is of me, my sister, Lori Gayle, and my wife-whom he never met.

Any antedotal stories or battle stories from anyone would be greatly appreciated

I just discovered this site as a result of an organization in Philadelphia for WWII Vets. I guess I am doing the same as a lot of folks I see in trying to locate anyone that may have known my Dad during the time he served with the 11th Armored Division. He passed away in 96, but I have been getting more involved in all of the things that he just could never speak of as a 19 year old in combat. His name is Willard T. Barrowman. Anyone that recalls him please feel free to e-mail me!
His Loving Daughter, Sue

My Dad, Rudy Deuter, served in WWII, 11th Armored Division. I have one of his uniforms that I am interested in selling.
Anybody know what the best way/where the best venue is to go about this?
Thank you.

Hello my name is Jerry Coburn,son of Charles Coburn.Dad is gone now,and so is most of his history in the 11th.I guess i was hoping someone might have seen his name in some pictures or text on the 11th.Thank You J.C

My Great Uncle Robley C. Reher served in the 11th armored in WWII. I know he met with his fellow comrades before he passed away in 2001. I was wondering if any still meet in the Chino, CA area. If so i would love to meet them. I currently working on my masters and plan on teaching history. I would love to talk with those who served so that one day i may convey to my students the importance of the greatest generation. Any help or direction would be so very appreciated.

If Johnny Lettini or Syd Meyer are still alive, please contact me. I am Ray cohen's son. You may call me at 678-778-6963.

And by the way, thank you for your service at the Buldge and beyond...you are the greatest Americans our history has known.

Allen Cohen

I've recently begun researching the military service of my great uncle and I'm trying to locate anyone that may have known him.

His name is SSGT Elmer R. Miller from Wisconsin. He was a Tank Commander in the 22nd Tank Battalion, 11th Armored Division. Elmer was KIA on January 5, 1945 during the Battle of the Bulge. He is buried in the Luxembourg American Cemetery.

I would be extremely grateful for any information.

I JUST FOUND THIS WEBSITE...I'M JIM SPEAR'S DAUGHTER. Does anyone remember Big Jim Spear? Please e-mail me.

My father Art "Jake" Axmear of Cedar Rapids, IA served in the 11th Armoured Division. I believe he drove a truck and played tenor sax in the company band. He passed away in '04 and we miss him dearly. Other than expressing fondness for his old friends & comrades he never spoke of the war. Our family would love to hear from anyone who knew him.

Keep up your great work!

HR 1818 is a bill To amend title 10, United States Code, to extend military commissary and exchange store privileges to veterans with a compensable service-connected disability and to their dependents. Currently it has been referred to the House Armed Services Committee, Subcommittee on Military Personnel. I urge everyone to contact their U.S. Congressional Representative to show support for this benefit for our vets. Don't let this bill die in committee.

My dad, Robert A. Vogel, was in Battery A of the 491st Armored Field Artillery Battalion. He never talked much about his experiences in the war, but reading the history of the 491st just now was very interesting. He died in 1998.

My grandfather, Frank Logozzo, was with the 11th at the Battle of the Bulge. He passed away 2 weeks ago and now we are all kicking ourselves for not writing down any of his stories. As I struggle with this loss, I have also come to realize that his passing signifies the end of an era, not only for me but for our country. Men of his generation are a different breed aqnd I know that if the generations of today had half the pride and work ethic he had, we may not be facing such hard time now. To all of you who are left from this era, I truly thank you and appreciate all you have sacrificed. I wish I had told my grandfather that.

Delving into the 11th AD from my father's day's as a tank commander during WWII. His name was Stanley W. Gazda...

Looking for information about My Uncle William (Bill) Reap. He served under Gen. Holbrook CCA. He mentions my uncle in a story printed in The Tunderbolt new letter."The Tight Spot". He was from Scranton, Pa but move to New York city. He past away 1969 and have lost contact with his family. I have his Thunderbolt book and a 1955 newsletter. Any information would be greatly appreciated

Looking for anyone who served with Charles Abraham. He srerved with Company B, 55th AIB during WWII

My Uncle, Walter Trought served with the 11th Armored during the Battle of the Bulge. I do not know what unit he belonged to because he never spoke of the war. If anyone knew him I would appreciate any information you could give me about his unit, what the unit did, and any stories you might remember. My Uncle died quite a few years ago and anything you could give would fill in some of the gaps.

I am currently doing some research on my grandfather, Elliott E. Lanier (Earl)Georgia, PFC, 778th Tank battallion, 11th Armored Division, Company D. I have a lot of pictures of his time during the war. I have pictures of him and friends at the 11th Batallion Recreation Hall, loading the U.S.S. Clairmont, in Czechlosvkia and Austria. I have just began my intensive research and would appreciate any help or assistance. My grandfather never felt like a hero, he always said that those men who died during the war were the real heroes, so I guess that is why he never felt like telling stories about his time in the war. I have a picture in which he wrote down some of the men's names. The men in the picture are as follows:

T4- McJay(Iowa)
Sgt. Van De Hey ? (Wis)
Sgt. Nass (Ill)?
T5 Cook (N.J.)
PFC Brewer (N.Y)
PFC Sitter(Mich)
T5 Buchs (Wis)
PFC Blackwell(ILL)
PFC Wilbur (Mass)
T4 Musitano (Pa)
T4 Timmian (Minn)
Harold Moen (Iowa)
Louis Spanish? (N.Y.)
Seraphain Fidow? (N.Y)
Feel free to contact me via email with any information on these men or my grandfather. Thanks

I am looking for information on my Father-in-law, PFC Henry Dudziec. He was from the Greenpoint section of 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. This past February was the 4th anniversary of his passing at age 79. Please drop a line if you can help me out....

Thanks so much,
Dan

My father was Francis (Frank) Krentsa of Yonkers, New York. He served in Company B, 41st Tank battalion during WWII.

If any vets who served with my Dad knew him, please email me.

Thanks and Gods blessings,
Theresa

My Dad was in the 490 AFA BAT C 11th A D
His name Coporal Johnie D Morris. If anyone know anything about him or his time in the ETO, Please E-mail me

I would like to find anyone who served with my uncle. His name was John Oberstar and he was in a tank retriever.

my husband is looking for any one if still with us in the 67 armoured 2 in about aug1944 to dec 1944. uncle wounded and die of wounds in or about nov 1944.

My dad(Carleton Scott) was in the 11th armored divison headquaters drove the lead halftrack. One story that sticks with me is were orders came down to put chains on the tires my dad convoy didnot up chains on and made up the mountain with no trouble. Just one of many stories I have heard over the years thanks Tim Scott My dad lives in Saint Paris Ohio

Thanks for keeping this website up. I found it most informative. Keep up the good work.

My dad, Walter C. White was in the 11th AD, 63rd AIB, Co. C. He had a small Nazi flag in his old trunk with the following names on it:

Theo Allen Climax, GA.
Frank N. Scarpello 124 Heckel St. Bellevue WA.
Thomas W. Joyce Seattle, WA.
Wayne Aspeil Laurelville OR
Carl Conover Salem OR
Virgil Chico Hillsburn ND
Fred C. Davenport 1626 N. Harvard Hollywood, CA.
Jeff Schulke Chicago IL
I'd be interested to know if any of these gents were in the 11th AD and had any memory of this flag.

Many Thanks,

Walter White, Jr.

Does anyone know of a memorial built by the citizens of Belgium to the 740 Tank Division from Ft. Knox, Kentucky? My Uncle, Edd Shewmake served in this Tank Division and any help would be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Ronnie Joe Shewmake
305 N. Bois D'Arc
Savoy, Texas 75479
902.965.7902
roncowboy53@aol.com

Hello,
I am looking for information about my grandfather, Earl M. Gibb. I believe he was in the 492d AFA. I'm just curious if anybody knew him, and if so, would be willing to share any stories they may have.
Thanks.

If Roy Duncan still visits this site, could you please contact me? Upon a further search of the site, I discovered you served in the same unit as my great-uncle (Michael Chernansky). I was wondering if you knew him? THANK YOU!!!

Hi - I'm looking for any information about Michael Chernansky (from Pennsylvania), who was my dad's uncle. He was in unit C21AIB and was KIA on April 3, 1945, at age 24 or 25. My dad was only 8 when his beloved Uncle Mike died and would appreciate any info anyone can share. I don't believe my family has any pictures of him, but Michael was very tall, about 6'8".

My family would be so grateful if anyone who knew our uncle would share a memory with us. Thank you!

Letter received by mail - I wish to share here (Vic at Buzz Creek)

Recently Received from Mrs Harry DeSoto of PO Box 11086 Tacoma, WA 98411-0086

(Included with a request for a replacement DVD of Mauthhausen that did not play - am sending now)

Harry was in the 491st Field Artillary. There were there (at Mauthausen) ad were even hugged by prisoners. He said he really knew why he was there that day.
He has some photos in Germany of tanks and rivers(?). I don't know if any are interesting enough to print more. He wonders if any 491st men are still living. Hrry is 87.

He entered the army in 1942. Went through Frnce, Belgium, Germany, Luxemburg near Chezekstonm(?). Is there a log of the 491st travels? Or battery C? Thanks you - Mrs Harry DeSoto

(I worked in the shipyards the whole time on aircraft carriers. his hearing is so bad he can't enjoy movies, music, visiting at all. He now gets compensation.)

submitted from a letter by Vic Campbell www.buzzcreek.com

My father, Glenn Fankhauser served in the 11th Armored Div,Troop B,41st Cav.
during World War II. I am interested in hearing from anyone who knew my dad.

Looking for any information on a Mr. Robert Godwin who is with the Division from 1942-45. I will be doing an interview with Mr. Godwin soon and am trying to do some research on his history.

Im not sure but i heard from my Grandfather that i may be related to Heinrich Himmler. I have been increasingly more intriged in finding out about my antcestors and my family back round. P.S. im only on myspace...i dont have a working E mail.

I just sent this note to Mr. Vine who wanted a copy of one of the DVD's about the 11th AD. .... I wish him well. I wish you all a Blessed Season.

Dear Mr. Vine

Enclosed are the DVD's you asked about.
I am including some extras you might enjoy and want to share with friends.

I normally charge $20 each in advance but this is a Christmas gift to you. I you'd like to send money to the 11thAD Association for their general fund I would be honored that you do that rather than send me a check.
(address included)

Merry Christmas,

Vic Campbell www.buzzcreek.com

Our family would like to know any information or knowlege of our father, Charls Oetting, also knowen as "T-bolt" We have alot of chronic illnesses and would like to know if other children have suffored chronic illnesses after being concieved postwar. All information is appricated as he never talked to any of us about his war days. He passed on 1-1-1982. Thank you all and God Bless
Tina Ritter

Charles Oetting - better known as tbolt.
Does any one remember him?
vioi5@aol.com

Hello -
Looking for pictures of Camp Barkeley.
Layout of base and hospital. Thanks for any replies!

I am looking for any information, or friends of my father Janos Gulyas. He was worker in Neukirchen GE and taken to Tittling camp at Passau and dismissed as civilian at June 1945.
Anyone knows something?

Enjoy photos and stories of his experience of WW2 and General Patton. Visit my photos and video interview of my grandfather, Aaron Teeple, by clicking on that little house icon under my name to the left. It will take you there. Let me know if you knew my grandfather and would like to say hello.

http://picasaweb.google.com/HartmansDK/AaronMTeeple#

Sgt.Murray Lefkowitz - my father was part of the 11th Armored Division.

He said little about his experiences during the war.
I know he was a Yiddush/German speaking interviewer @ Matthausen, as well as some sort of military governor at Attersee Austria at the end of the war. I would greatly appreciate learning anything anyone can offer in the way of information about him and his role in the 11th Armored Div.
Thanks
Stan Lefton

I WAS IN THE 11TH ARMORED DIVISION IN WWII AND MY DAUGHTER IN LAW FOUND THIS WEB SITE. HELLO TO ALL MY ARMY FREINDS.

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 of 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 he was Hispanic, fluent in Spanish. The survivor believed he was an officer, but this may be inaccurate.

If Ramon could be identified and located, I would be willing to reunite captive and liberator at my expense, possibly for your next reunion.

I would be extremely grateful for your help.

Stewart James-Lejarcegui

Hello! What a wonderful website. My grandfather Clarence William Thomas was part of the 11th. I am trying to piece together his military service. I would love to hear from anyone who knew him or any advice on how to start researching his military history.
God Bless Our Troops!
A grateful citizen, Juli

In reading the many messages I noticed that so many descendants were searching for info on a father or grandfather. To all of you of the 11th who remain, please record your story on tape, in a scrapbook,or some way for your descendants. I have transcribed & edited around 200 letters that I wrote home during WWII, letters that mother saved. You should do this for your children.

God bless all of our American veterans, on this 2008 Veteran's Day. Especially the members of the 11th Armored Division! My dad, Jim Burkemper,SV battery, 490th AFA, passed in 1999. He always stood and saluted the flag, and was proud of his association with his comrades.

My previous post I miss spelled my uncle's name, it's Hockman not Hochman.

My uncle was part of the 11th Armored Division and was killed in action at the Battle of the Bulge. His Name was Wilbur A. Hochman PFC. I am doing my best to find information about him but it has been spotty. I think he was in the 55th armored infantry battalion and I think he died between 12/31/44 and 1/31/45. He was from Chicago and had three sisters and a brother. I would appreciate any information I can get. Thanks! God Bless Our Military!

I am searching for my grandfather. He could be a member of the 11th division in WWII. My grandmother was working in Austria, M�nzkirchen until the year 1945. My mother was born in February 1946. It is very important for me to find my grandfather, because he is a part of my family. Perhaps my grandfather is still living?
This man on the picture could be my grandfather. I only have this picture, nothing else. Please who can help me? Thank you.

Just googled 480th Ambulance & came up with this site & a post from 6/28/07 from Tom Karnes. My dad, too, was ambulance driver for 480th & have a few pictures. I have been trying to get info on the 480th for some time with no avail. This is the first. Anyone who can help route me to someplace for historical records, pictures, would be appreciated.

My dear Father passed away last week. He was such a proud American and taught me to be just like him. Please keep us in your thoughts. Kelly

Joseph F. Lally
April 12, 1921 - August 27, 2008

Palm Bay, Florida

Joseph F. Lally, born in Philadelphia, PA, retired 25 years from Bell of Pennsylvania and a 19 year resident of Palm Bay passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008.

Joe served in the U.S. Army during World War II, 11th Armored Division, fought in the Battle of the Bulge and received 4 medals and 3 Bronze Stars before being Honorably Discharged.

Beloved Husband of Doris E. (Nee Morgan), loving Father of Kathleen (Chris), Joseph (Ruth), Kelly (Hans), Michele (Rob), Ricci (Starr), and the late Joelene (Clayton Huber);17 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and his personal angel, Julia.

Survived by brothers, Francis and Robert, sister Betty and sister-in-law Rita Morgan (Samuel, deceased)

http://www.affuneral.com/obits/obituaries.php/obitID/314332

My father, Harold N. Hicks served with the 11th AD, 63rd AIB. He never talked about the war and I never asked him aout it. He passed away in 1999. I would love to hear from anyone who may have served with him.

How can I find out where my Grandfather was station in WWII?

I am looking for any info on my grandfather, Thomas E. Barnes 11th armored 22nd tank.

My father, Edward McCarthy, served with the 740 th/ field art. batt., battery B.
Does anyone have any information on this unit. Please contact me with any information abot the battery or the people who served with it. Thanks.
J.McCarthy

A collector friend of mine recently found in a cellar of POISSON MOULIN (tiny village close to Jodenville and Chenogne, Belgium - CC B / 11th 's battlefields) an American military jacket. On the jacket the following inscriptions can be seen:
CAPT. ROY F. CREEK
0388556
Do you know who is this Captain ?

my father jack daniels served in the 11th armoured 491st afb tank commander stuart light tank any info would be appreciate. also his good buddy jack byrnes,both dead now,not forgetten

I am the grandson of Albert Carlson, who served in the 11th Armored Division. I am currently a tanker in the 1st Cavalry Division.
I wish to pay respects to all of those that have gone before me.

thank you,
James

Hi. I've written before because not only was my father, Eli Warach, a member (in fact, he was president at the time of his death in 2001), but I have been writing about WW II, liberators, etc. for several years. I am now in the process of writing an article on liberators in the Houston, TX area. If anyone can point me in the right direction to interview people in this area, I'd love it. Thanks!

Does anyone remember Cpl. Giartonia of A41TK? Tank driver until volunteering for Paratrooper training. Well this is my current VFW picture. My telephone number is: 630-851-4486 if you want to call me. eMAIL me at giartonia84@comcast.net.

My father was James Wyatt Posey and served in the 11th Armored Division. He passed away 3 years ago. Did anyone, by chance, know him and can provide information about his time in the service?

If so, please email me at the address listed above.

I am looking for anyone that might know or have any pictures of the 11th amored division, 490th field artillery, medical comapny. My father, Frank Hass, served in these areas. I do have one picture of him in Europe with two men. I am guessing it is Normandy. He passed away Jan 21, 2008. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Laura, Glad I could help.
Frank, thanks so much for all your help, let me know when the CD arrives!
To everyone else... I am still looking for anyone that may have served with my Dad, Jules G Musyl. Co A, 55th AIB from 1943-1945. He trained at Ft Dix and somewhere in Madison Wisc. Was discharged Dec of 1945 out of Ft Douglas in Utah. any information would be most appreciated! THANKS & GOD BLESS ALL!

My dad, E. F. (Tuny) Glenn served during WW II in the 3rd Army, 11th Armored Division, 21 st Armored Battalion. He was a 2nd Lt. He is very interested in anything about WW II and his Division and Battalion in particular.
He lost his "collar brass". They were rhomboid shaped with a tank on each one - no rifles or swords. Does anyone know of a source where I can purchase these?

This web site continues to surprise us with its great design, history, and items of interest. Keep up the good work. Also, please visit our web site to learn about hidden government benefits you (veteran) are eligible for and how to significantly increase your service-connected compensation or VA pension. Many other helpful features developed to help veterans get what they have earned.

Metro MORROCH was in Co B / 55 AIB/ 11th ARMD. He was KIA in Belgium, on Dec.31, 1944 during the advance through the Bois des Haies de Magery towards Acul-Pinsamont, coming from Magerotte.
His former canteen was found.
Does someone remember him?
Thanks for any help
Roger Marquet- Belgium
The above message is from the guest book archive. M Morroch signed his name on the wall of a building used to set up targets on the rifle ranges during ww2.(FOVANT WILTSHIRE UK) I would be grateful if anyone has any information about this Soldier.
Thank you
Gill Nevill

I am trying to find the person that posted the picture of Mark West on the Members Photo Page. Mark West, 41st Cavalry, Troop B. While looking through my Grandfather's (Joe Sweeney) pictures, he seems to have an abundant amount of pictures with Mark in it. Please contact me if you know how I can contact this person. (Daughter?)

I am trying to locate members of 55Armored who might have trained on the rifle ranges Fovant Wiltshire UK during WW2.

Gill Nevill

Is there ANYWHERE I can find a "list" of the men who served with my Dad?
Jules G Musyl
11th Armored Div. Thunderbolt
55th AIB, Company A
Served 1943-1945
I see from his scrapbook that he was in Austria, Russia, England, etc.during these years. I believe he was a staff sgt, but not sure. There are also pictures from bases in Madison, WI and Salt Lake City, UT.
He was very tall, 6'4" so I'm sure he would have been memorable. Hoping to find anyone who may have known him during that time. He did not talk much about the war until he became ill in 1978.

My Grandfather's Name was Joseph Sweeney 11th AD, B Troop of the 41st Cavalry Squadron. Records of him seem to be quite hard to find. If there is anyone out there that has any idea as to where I can find more info, or that may have known him, please contact me. Thanks!

My father is Joseph R. Sweeney. 11th Armored Division - B Troop. He served overseas, was wounded in action and received a Purple Heart. I went to several reunions with my parents over the years and am wondering if any of the troop still get together for their reunions. Dad passed away 5-20-1987. I was unable to obtain his military records because of the fire in 1973. They tell me that his records may have been destroyed. I would be interested in hearing from anyone who would have information about my father. We are trying to put together his military record and information. Thanks for any help or correspondence.

I just identified someone in one of the photos in my Dad's scrapbook. The photo was taken at Ft Dix in 1945. The man's name is Manny Schuman. My Dad is on the left. Please, does anyone know Manny Schuman??? Is he still alive??? Contact info???

I'm currently writing a book about the liberators of the concentration and slave labor camps in the final weeks of the war, and would like to speak with 11th Armored Division veterans who liberated the prisoners on the death march from Berga on April 23, and who participated in the liberation of Gusen and Mauthausen on May 5 and 6. Please email me at mh@hirshmedia.us. The book will be published in hardcover by Bantam Dell Publishing. Thanks very much.

Looking for any information about my Dad, Jules G Musyl. served in 11th Armored div. Co.A 55th Arm'd INF. BN. He is on the left in this photo. Who is the man with him? Anyone having any information or remember my dad, please email me. He was over 6' tall, very handsome. Thanks! So glad I found this site!

I have just been given my Dad's scrapbook from WWII. It contains many photos and other memorabilia that I am not sure what to do with. Is there a museum or organization that mighht be able to use? There are notations ofCompany A, 55th Armored INF BN. His name was Jules G Musyl. Looking for anyone that may have known him. There are several photos of guys I would like to try to find as well. Please email! Thanks so much!

My father was John H. Russell. He served in the 11th AD, 55th infantry. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who may have known him. Like so many others I read of on here, he never talked about the war.

Hello,
My grandfather Leo Guerrettaz just past away this week. Before he passed he told me some stories from the war. He was a tank gunner, I have papers from where he was promoted to corporal in the 55 armored infantry battalion. I think he was promoted again but I am not sure. I have a picture of him and some others with their tank. I would like to know if he received any awards or medals during his service, he didn't like talking about the war much. I am trying to gather information on his military service to make a small memorial for him. I have been able to find a picture on here that was also in a book that he knew the men in the picture. If anyone has heard their fathers or grandfathers talk of my grandfather I would like to hear from you.

My Dad was Lt.Col george Pickett, The xo of the 42nd Tank Bn. Does anybody remember him or was mentioned by Father's ..,?

My father, Sgt. Ralph Edwin Snowberger, past away Aug. 2006. Before he died, he told me of a son he had in 1948,named Joseph Edwin Snowberger. Joseph would be 59 or 60 yrs. old, and he was born in North Rhine-Westphalia area. Does anyone have suggestions on how I could locate him??? Just trying to put my heart and mind to ease!

Sincerely, Ron Snowberger

My father Peter Larnish of Aliquippa/Ambridge, Pennsylvania passed away this past Memorial Day May 26,2008 at the age of 85.
He was a Tec 5 Combat Medical Technician in Combat Command A-81st Armored Medical Batallion....and was wounded on January 14, 1945 at the Battle of the Bulge in which he was awarded the Purple Heart.
He was member of the American Legion-Post 641 for 57yrs.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
RIP-Dad.

Hello- I am interested in hearing stories of 11 Armored vets capturing weapons factories in May of 1945 for an upcoming book. 2nd hand stories from families would be welcome as well. Thanks!

Although I apoligize for the delay I regret to anounce the passing of my father Joseph Fiteni (D 22nd Tank)in July of 2007. At a very early age dad made it clear the importance that his role in the 11th and in the battles that they faced had a profound effect on him.
He and mom always looked forward to reunions when they were able to travel! On behalf of the family thank you for keeping this part of the "greatest generation alive"
Joseph Fiteni Jr.