Here are some recent articles of interest that I found this week for U.S. Veterans. Enjoy!
Uploaded new Photo Album for June 7th Ceremony at Pointe du Hoc – Making History Project
The celebration included two Air Force flyovers. Supreme Allied Commander, Four Star General Philip Breedlove and Mary Jean Eisenhower, granddaughter of General Eisenhower attended. Also, active duty members of the US Army Rangers, US Green Berets, and US Airborne were present.
US Army Rangers scaled the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc on D-Day under heavy German fire to take out an artillery position. Pointe du Hoc was an amazing achievement as a cliff assault and the current location, memorial and pillboxes are definitely worth a visit. Read more here…
Imperial War Museum Reopens to Mark WWI Centenary
After undergoing a £40 million restoration, the Imperial War Museum opens up its doors once again to the public. With its reopening come new galleries to mark WWI’s centenary celebration.
Part of the restoration project of the Imperial War Museum is the brand-new atrium which was designed by Lord Foster’s firm — the Foster and Partners. The new area showcases nine major objects with 391 more coming. Reportedly, 60 of these upcoming displays are never-before-seen exhibits. Read more here…
Auschwitz Survivor Recalls Daring 1944 Escape
With every step toward the gate, Jerzy Bielecki was certain he would be shot.
The day was July 21, 1944. Bielecki was walking in broad daylight down a pathway at Auschwitz, wearing a stolen SS uniform with his Jewish sweetheart Cyla Cybulska by his side.
His knees buckling with fear, he tried to keep a stern bearing on the long stretch of gravel to the sentry post.
The German guard frowned at his forged pass and eyed the two for a period that seemed like an eternity – then uttered the miraculous words: “Ja, danke” – yes, thank you – and let Jerzy and Cyla out of the death camp and into freedom. Read more here…
Uploaded new Photo Album for my June 7th visit to Deadman’s Corner Museum in Normandy, France: Making History Project
This is a small but very good museum in the actual home that served as the HQ for both the German and then American forces. Situated at a strategic corner and crossroads outside of Saint-Come-Du-Mont. Served as a medic station and there are plenty of exhibits related to medics. There is also a tribute to Dick Winters (Band of Brothers) and the Airborne. At the exit, there is a souvenir shop where you can purchase both original and replica WW2 items. Read more here…
Uploaded new Photo Album for my visit to La Fiere Airdrop on June 8 in Normany France – Making History Project
This was an all-day airdrop for active duty military members in Normandy. La Fiere was the site of a bloody battle for a strategic bridge that was needed to get US tanks further inland.
Also made it to the new Medal of Honor Charles DeGlopper Memorial just outside of La Fiere. Charles DeGlopper, a huge young man intentionally stood up and fired his weapon from the hip to distract German forces so the rest of his squad could escape through the hedgerows. DeGlopper continued to fire despite being mortally wounded and being hit numerous times. This unselfish act saved many lives but cost DeGlopper his own. Read more here…
Thank you for reading (and sharing). Stay tuned for next week’s weekly review for U.S. Veterans.
