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2011-02-21 - Corinne Gillick wrote: My father, Hugh Gillick, was a survivor of the SS Leopoldville sinking. He never talked about it much until a couple of years before his death, in December 2003. We know he was in the 66th Panther Division, Company K, I believe. His story matches many others I have read. I'd love to hear from other survivors if any remember him.

Corinne Gillick

2011-02-21 - Georgianna Parks wrote: My grandfather was a member of the 721st Field Artillery Battalion Black Panther division. Ever since WWII he has wondered about his war buddy Arnett. My grandfather's name is Andrew T. Parks. If you have any information about Arnett please do email me. My grandfather would love to get in contact.

2011-02-13 - Robert Lyons wrote: My father served in WW2 with the 35th infantry 60th combat engineers ccccomp C. Would like to hear from anyone in that unit or any others who knew of that unit. My father is still alive and will turn 91 in april.....Any and all welcome to e mail me. I retired in 97 with 28 yrs active duty...thanks to all who served.....

bob lyons

2011-01-30 - Scott Crary wrote: My father, Paul Crary, was a tech sergeant with the 66th panther Division (721st(?) field artillery battalion) and fought at the Lorient pocket. Speaking some college French, he functioned as a de facto interpreter and secured calvados from the local French populace for his company in exchange for cigarettes and chocolate. They were stationed near Plouay. He used to tell me about the artillery duels with the Germans and how cold and damp it was for the winter months they were there. He swore he'd never sleep in a tent again and refused to ever go camping with us. I'd love to hear from anyone who knew him in Camp Rucker, Camp Robinson or Brittany.

2011-01-29 - Jay Tettemer wrote: Lt Col Frank J Tettemer, deceased 1-15-2011. Retired from the 42nd Division, served as Battalion Commander, Supply and Transport Battalion Army National Guard. 95 at his passing and still living in his own home.

2010-12-07 - Linda Kramer Carver wrote: My grandfather's brother was Maj. Gen. Herman Kramer. I am working on my family genealogy and would love to find another family member. I have the names of the General's wife and daughter but I am wondering if there are family members who would correspond with me. I would also enjoy hearing from anyone who knew Maj. Gen. Kramer at any point in his life. Linda

2010-11-29 - Greg wrote: My father Edward C Cupec served in WWII. First in the 66 th 262nd Regiment, 3rd Battalion, Company K, then was transferred into the 42 nd. He was a military policeman. Any info on him would be appreciated.

2010-11-21 - Howard Montgomery wrote: My dad Joseph Montgomery was with Co M.262nd Inf. I am trying to find out when he shipped out to England . his discharge says july 17th 1943 , but history of the 66th Inf Division says they shipped out nov 26th ,1944 .To my knowledge the 262nd was one of the three Regiments that made up the 66th Div. i would be thankful for any insight into the date .

2010-10-17 - Connie Mayberry-Collins wrote: My dad served in the 263rd Infantry 66th Division. I am interested in any information or photos of this group that someone may have. His name was Harold "Wayne" Mayberry. He left the service 4/4/44.

2010-10-08 - MDTurley wrote: My Dad Robert D. Turley b.1 JAN1925 (stll alive)was with the 66th. His boat was bad ordered by the Seabees and returned to port. He thinks it was before the Leopoldville was sunk. October maybe. Anyone know the name of the unfit ship?

2010-10-06 - Charlie Hauser wrote: My father was Corporal Charles J. Hauser and he was from Philadelphia. He served with the 66th Infantry Division attached to the 872nd Field Artillery Battery A. He died in March 2008. I have pictures with him and some of his friends. Some of the names are: Clinton Baker; Frank Ouradnik who was a medic from Minnesota; George Finkle; Wilbur Wagner and Charlie Gurganus both from Alabama; Albert Koch, Hoyt Jones, Morris Grossman who I think was from NYC; Vivian Prince; Chesly Lewis; Vito DiDonna of NYC; Marvin Rhum; Vern Hornbeck. If any of thema re still alive and remember my Dad I would love to hear from them. Thanks-

2010-10-02 - Betsy L. Pryor Bernier wrote: I am attending the War Orphans nov 14 conference in Annapolis Maryland. Ifyou havent joined you should. Email me if u have a problem finding the site. It is AWON .

2010-09-24 - Stephen Green wrote: My grandfather was listed as KIA during the destruction of HMT Rohna, a British troopship in WWII. The ship was hit by a remote controlled guide bomb dropped from a Luftwaffe bomber. My grandfather was Theodore(teddy) E Green of the 853rd Army Air Corps of engineers battalion, he was a T/3 ( Tech sgt, 3rd grade). If anyone has any information about him please email me, thank you.

2010-09-21 - Juan Rosenbaum wrote: I am looking for anyone with information on my Uncle Juan Rosenbaum from Mathis Texas. He served in WWII and was assigned to Com M, 262 Infantry. His tombstone saids BSM which I believe stand for Bronze Star Medal.

LTC Juan Rosenbaum, Retired USAR

2010-09-19 - Vaughn Fields wrote: My grandfather serverd in Co B 263rd Inf, 66th Black Panthers. His name was Alonzo Fields. He turned 19 years old in France on Jan 11, 1945. Dad passed away in Dec 1995. He didn't tell a lot of stories and didn't like talking much about the war. Does anyone know if his company was onboard the Cheshire when the torpedo struck the Leopoldville. The division book I have mentions the event but not any details. I'm sure it was published well before the full extent of the desaster became public.

2010-08-15 - Gary L Rhodes wrote: I was curious when the elements of Co. D, 366 Medical Bat. would have crossed the channel and how. I do not believe I have seen how the rest of the units got across, except in the biographical letter, that some units were in smaller vehicles that could drive ashore? Just wondered how my dad might have gotten across the channel. He said he was on the docks when the Leapolville was loaded. Thanks

2010-08-15 - Gary L Rhodes wrote: Was looking for people who knew my dad, LELAND O. RHODES Co. D, 366 Med. Bat, would love to hear from anyone.

2010-07-31 - Richard Downing wrote: My father T/SGT Richard E Downing served with the 66th, 264, Company H. He did not speak about his experience in Europe. I have a photo of him in the Arles Staging area in July 45. I remember him talking about Little Rock and Ft. Rucker. Shipping overseas, they missed their boarding and had to be put on the next ship. Their original ship was torpedoed. Do not know if this was an Atlantic or Cannel crossing or the names of he vessels. In France / Germany he was a platoon sargent for heavy machine guns. Any information or contacts would be appreciated.

2010-07-29 - james rae wrote: Looking for imformation on my father who served in the 66th panther division, His name was Ralph Rae SSG, Would appreciate any info you have. Thank you. His son James.

2010-07-09 - Barbara Rhodes wrote: I am looking for info on my uncle, James E. McInnis. He was killed when the Leopoldville sank. I would appreciate any info.

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