That is a very good idea to write your memiors, and I do want to read them and will be in line myself, behind Marion of course. 1. Our mission was to provide close Engineer support to 78th Infantry Div. Learn when and where a WWII veteran was wounded or killed in action (we can often show you exactly how a veteran was wounded or killed in action). Later, they were reequipped and went on with the war and a number of the men were killed in later battles, including the Hurtgen Forest and the Battle of the Bulge. Their mission was accomplished. moved to the vicinity of St GERMAIN-LAXIS. 136. Co "C" still defending road blocks with 297th Engr. April 13, 1945: The Battalion moved to DERSCHLAG, GERMANY. At 1130 hours the Commanding officer of Co "B" with two Platoons of Co "A" and one Platoon of light tanks made an attack to contact the surrounded platoon. 13. As he drove frantically to his hangar on Ford Island, he saw the USS Arizona hit. Commenced landing on UTAH and OMAHA Beaches in NORMANDY on June 9, 1944 and moved into an assembly area in the vicinity of St MARIE-DU-MONT. Gp. Troops were divided into groups: one group reached the marshalling camp by truck commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Julian P. Fox Junior, and the second one left by train under Major Wales W. Wallace' s command. N/AA pilotEnlisted air crewEnlisted ground crew. 96. . August 4, 1944: Bn. 87. The 296th received campaign credit for Ardennes-Alsace, Central Europe, Normandy, Northern France, and the Rhineland, Contains the following type(s) of material: unit histories, photographs, Wartime journey to Berlin : the 296th Engineer Combat Battalion, The ArchiveGrid website uses HTTP The mission of World War II combat engineers (known as "sappers" or "pioneers" in other armies) was three-fold: mobility operations; countermobility operations; and, when necessary, to fight as infantrymen. December 10, 1944: Co "C" completed the Timber Trestle Bridge at MULARTSHUTTE. Bn. In all the 296th Engineers took part in five campaigns, Normandy, Northern Europe, Central Europe, and Ardennes. He woke in free fall with no idea how he had made it out, and soon he was in German custody. Please see my link on where to go for help. Bombers. 131. During the action at Post #3, the enemy infiltered [sic] around Post #4 in strength of approximately two squads. The Deep River boys were Ernie Calamari, George Ressler, Bill Ackerman, Waldon Hartson, Charlie Euston, George Watrous, Harvey Brooks, Doug Carlson, Ray Swain, and Victor Carlson. October 21, 1944: Co "B" was relieved from the roadblocks by 294th Engr. September 8, 1944: Co "A" dismantled the Inf. The 257th was also credited the Ardennes-Alsace campaign (9 Dec 1944-25 Jan 1945) and the Rhineland (22 Feb - 21 Mar 1945) campaign. Part 1 of 2. From 25 July to 27 July, the 296th supported the 4th Infantry Division at Marigny, France. as of 0700 hours. The daily location of the WWII veterans unit and any movements they made. moved to new location and relieved 297th Engr. moved at 1630 hours and reached the destination at 2030 hours. Waiting for the main part of his unit to catch up, he told soldiers he thought were sleeping to "Get up! Copyright 2023 Witness To War. She worked as a secretary at the 228th while I was there. After basic training he was attached to the Navy to learn to operate Higgins boats and participated in maneuvers at Guantanamo Bay. Joseph Waz enlisted in the U.S. Army in January of 1942 at the age of 29. THE BATTALION WAS ATTACHED TO THE FOLLOWING UNITS AT VARIOUS TIMES: Division heading for COUPTRAIN and PRE-EN-PAUL. November 28, 1944: Co "A" started construction of a Timber Trestle bridge under the Bailey Bridge in VICHT. December 4, 1944: Co "A" relieved Co "B" of attachment to the 294th Engr. Division now driving in the direction of PERIERS - St LO Highway. September 2, 1944: Bn. Along with thousands of others, he was forced to surrender and was facing the prospect of joining what would become known as the Bataan Death March. July 15, 1944: Co "C" began construction of Bailey Bridge at BIEHOU at 2000 hours; work was discontinued at 2330 hours due to artillery fire. Our military records specialists are on site at archival research facilities nationwide and can access a wide variety of WWII military service records of your veteran. Unit records are useful in piecing together stories about a unit or group, as well as about individuals who served in them. Co "A" constructed an Infantry Support Bridge across the SIEG RIVER at HUNDHAUSEN, GERMANY. I remember walking in snow up to my crotch in Belgium. 36. moved to the vicinity of PHILIPVILLE - an Advance C.P. On his first raid in North Africa, reconnaissance platoon leader John Souther captured a hundred Germans with no losses to his own unit. I was taken to the 228th for treatment. Bn. Thats where Stan picked up a large German Flag. less Co "B" plus Co "C" of the 294th Engr. (C) Bn. September 28, 1944: The Bn. Bn. However, I strongly suggest that you contact the Army Corps of Engineers to see if they have a file on his unit. Co "A" relieved of attachment to the 4th Cav. A round from a German 88 immediately tore through the engine compartment, but left him unhurt. They traveled from Liverpool to Berlin, a total of 1800 miles in 623 days. Over several days from June to early July 1944, the unit went by parts from England to Vierville, France. Maneuvers in England completed all the training the young men would get. The unit-built bridges in Trois Fonts by B Company and C Company. Co "B" attached to the 297th Engr. April 15, 1945: The Battalion moved to WIPPERFURTH, GERMANY. Bn. In December, 1943, I was transferred to the 294th Combat Engineers,assigned to Company "B", and we were on our way East by train to Camp Myles Standish in Taunton MA. Co "C" (-) 1 Platoon relieved from attachment to 297th Engr. 46. My guess is he was in another unit prior to his service in the 257th. 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The kamikaze had destroyed the starboard gun mounts and there were many dead and wounded. If you have additional information on the 294th I would like to share it with my father-in-law. This list identifies Army units that were awarded assault landing credit for the Normandy invasion, 6 and 7 June 1944. Part 2 of 2. The winter of 1943 was brutal. 3. However, I do rent airplanes and fly and have the other pilot handle the radio. February 5, 1945: The Battalion moved from BELGIUM to STOLEBERG, GERMANY. I dabble a bit in the creative stuff myself. Division assembly area in the vicinity of LE DESERT. When he did get home he started a family and worked as a top rate hairdresser in New York. 132. 121. in honor of LtGen Lawrence Snowden & LtGen George Christmas.). As a photo-recon pilot, he was dispatched as soon as the attacks ended to search for the enemy fleet. 41. Once you look through everything, please let me know if you have any further questions. December 11, 1944: Bn. September 5, 1944: Co "C" started construction of Class 40 Timber Trestle Bridge under Bailey Bridge at MARIEMBOURG. September 21, 1944: Co "A" constructed a Class #40 D/S Bailey Bridge in VICHT. Battalion noun Any large body of troops. Bn. 26. June 13, 1944: Battalion moved to the vicinity of St MERE-EGLISE and given the mission of providing general support to the 4th Infantry Division. Exactly when your WWII veteran joined and left specific units of assignment. moved to CHATEAU MODAVE then on to CHATEAU ENGLE BERMONT. Official 249th Engineer Battalion website, Civil engineering and infrastructure repair in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, United States Army Center of Military History, "249th Engineer Battalion Responds to Terrorist Attacks", Prime Power Lights Up Anaconda by Sgt. I have also visited with Jean Treasure in her home. Co "C" constructed Class 40 D/S Bailey Bridge at AUBENTON. After an accident resulting in a raft being sunk, the Battalion moved downriver to Mainz. Captured several prisoners. Two Germans were captured at Post #3; one man was killed by small arms fire on Post #5 at 1700 hours. 39. The Battalion was assigned to the FIRST UNITED STATES ARMY and attached to the U.S. VII ARMY CORPS. 9th Infantry Division made an attack to restore Post #4; the surrounded platoon was found still in position and in good shape. November 29, 1944: Co "C" completed the timber trestle bridge at ROTT. Many times there is a daily record of events which shows daily combat details within the company, troop or battery to which the individual WWII veteran was assigned. He scrambled to his gun mount to man the 20 mm gun and then the threat became apparent. The result was almost 800 dead. March 28, 1945: The Battalion moved to ALTENKIRCHEN, GERMANY with the mission of cleaning rubble from the streets to permit two way traffic, and to remove a railroad through town and construct a roadway for wheeled traffic on the railroad embankment. The Bridge site was heavy mined; T/5 George Oatinbaker was killed by a mine which exploded when his bulldozer passed over it. October 2, 1944: At 0800 hours 40 rounds of artillery fell on and around Post #4; shortly thereafter an estimated company of enemy Infantry attacked the position, surrounding it and cutting off communications. 502nd Quatermaster Port Battalion: 6th Engineer Special Brigade: Colonel Paul W. Thompson (WIA 6 June 44) 147th Engineer Combat Battalion: 149th Engineer Combat Battalion: 203rd Engineer Combat Battalion: 293rd Joint Assault Signal Co.: 60th Medical Battalion: 7th Naval Beach Bn (attached): Commander L. C. Leever : 74th Ordnance Battalion: 58. 7 to 8, 2020, as. Blackhawk and Chinook helicopters had dropped over 200 sand bags, with approximately 125 sandbags breaking the surface of the water. The Allies had arrived in Holland. At first, there was jubilation, but that turned to fear as he hid in his basement for a week while the battle raged for Arnhem. (C) Group. His unit was suddenly pulled and sent to take Patton's place in the line after the general was summoned to the Bulge. August 24-25, 1944: Bn. . 17 DEC 1943. 294th Engineer Company | CurrentOps.com Units US Army 294th Engr Co 294th Engineer Company U.S. Army Subordinate units 294th Engineer Company ( MO ARNG) Carthage Armory | Carthage, Missouri, United States Detachment 1 Anderson Armory | Anderson Locations . About a week after the explosion on March 20th, I was taken to a General Hospital in Taunton, Somerset for further treatment. Co "B" sent a five (5) man patrol to investigate enemy positions during the afternoon. was relieved by 246 Engr. 73. Hannah Deutch was a teenager when the Kindertransport rescue effort became her means of escape from Germany. Well I for one will be one of the first in line to read and buy your memoirs. Personnel losses were as follows: Capt. An uneventful Christmas Eve for the 298th Engr. You may want to try and contact this gentleman. August 15, 1944: Bn. A defense was set up by Co's B, A, & C: the Bn. His crew shot down a ME 109 just before we got there. Often the names of ships or number of the landing crafts a veteran traveled on- or went into combat aboard are included in the reports. It was horrendous. Harry Kone says each generation should do the best that they can. October 4, 1944: At 0810 hours an enemy force of approximately one Platoon approached Post #1; a brisk fire fight ensued and the enemy force withdrew leaving 5 dead krauts. Date 1944-09-29. moved to the vicinity of ZWEIFALL, relieved the 294th Engr. Bn. 1 talking about this. Through the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the 249th soldiers provide contracting officer technical representation on projects throughout the world.[9][10]. Division. constructed Class 40 Bailey Bridge at CHERAIN, BELGIUM. Google Map of Major Ops of the 298th continues to support the 9th Inf. alerted to move; received movement orders at 1600 hours to move at 1630 hours to bivouac in vicinity of BRECEY. The main body departed Fort Gordon, GA, on 27 September 1965 by troop train bound for . His very first mission turned out to be a memorable one. September 9, 1944: Bn. This was a Pile Bent Bridge with 3-story trestle bents on the piles, 55 feet high. I do not know how current the info is, but it's worth trying first: Unfortunately I do not have anymore info at the present time. (Error Code: 100013) 3:33 | At the end of the war, combat engineer Bob Darino went from sampling delicious cherry pies in German farm country to experiencing the horrifying spectacle of concentration camps. Your Name (required) Phone Number (required) . 66. Forward Observer Rufus Dalton went into the demolished city looking for a rifle company he was instructed to find. Frances R. Fulton, Lt. Ray L. Whiteturkey, the Bn. 27. Co "B" launched 7 landing Craft at OBERWINTER from 2200 to 2315 hours. 35. Duties in France included repairing roads, removing mines, disposing of a bomb, and removing, repairing, and constructing bridges. 49. BOIS DE LUMIGNY, FRANCE4 Division in its drive to the North. The 1120th's 294th and 297th Engineer Combat Battalions were responsible for maintaining the two main supply routes-from Tribehou to Marigny-on the right flank, while the 298th Engineer Combat Battalion was to support the 3d Armored Division. The 249th sailed from the United States to England in May 1944, after equipping and preparing for combat, the Unit landed on Utah Beach in August 1944 under the 1137th Engineer Combat Group commanded by Colonel George A. Morris. The 249th Engineer Combat Battalion was constituted on 5 May 1943 at Camp Bowie, Texas. April 10, 1945: Co "B" removed the Steel Treadway Bridge at DRIESEL and constructed it again at WISSEN; construction was completed at 0530 hours April 11, 1945. Companies cleared abaties from roads in the vicinity of EUPEN and MONSCHU. This incident was also kept secret until many years after the war when a local resident told of seeing hundreds of bodies being buried on the beach. There are two plaques on the south side of Sherborne Abbey with the names of the 29 men who were killed on March 20, 1944. From 1955 until 1960, the 249th Engineer Battalion (Construction) was stationed at Kleber Kaserne, ((Kaiserslautern, Germany)). March 17, 1945: Co "A" attached to 4th Cav. Co "A" relieved Co. "C" on the construction of Timber Trestle Bridge in VICHT. 40 Bailey bridge in SHEVENHUTTE, GERMANY. October 16, 1944: At 1705 hours the chow detail enroute to Post #1 was ambushed by 8 Germans - a small fire fight took place and the Germans withdrew. January 31, to February 4, 1945: Rest, recreation, and some training constituted the activities of the Battalion for this period. It was Oran in North Africa. Advertisement. Immediately after the attacks on the World Trade Center on 11 September 2001, elements of the 249th were deployed to New York City and were instrumental in restoring power to Wall Street enabling the financial district to resume operations within a week of the attack. POULAY, FRANCE.2 From there, we boarded a ship and headed out in convoy to Glasgow, Scotland in January, 1944. The training was in preparation for the anticipated crossing of the RHINE RIVER. Welcome sir. During my visit to Sherborne for research purposes I met Mrs Jean Treasure who was employed as a typist in the hospital HQ as a young girl. C.P. Temperatures were minus 20 degrees. http://www.hq.usace.army.mil/history/contact_us.htm. The other patients and I raced outside and we saw the carnage. 98. His training continued on board ship in the Pacific. [8] By 5 September 2005, the 17th Street Canal breach was closed. September 15, 1944: The Battalion operated in GERMANY for the first time. I am attaching a painting I did of Sherborne Abbey and the Cross Keys pub next door where I learned to play darts while serving with the 294th. Now you have information on the tragic accident from someone who was there. April 9, 1945: Co "C" converted the railroad bridge in WISSEN to take vehicular traffic. I'm sure he would be glad to share his experiences with you. Heavy rains and the overflowing ROTGEN DAM caused failure of timber trestle bridges at ROTT, MULARTSHUTTE, and VICHT. Our World War II veterans are dying at the rate of 1500 a day! The division was inactivated at Camp Patrick Henry, Virginia on 27 November 1945. moved again to the vicinity of MILLEY arriving at 2330 hours. 17 Germans were captured and several were killed in the action. Hits - 2,910. Co "B" remains attached to 297th Eng. moved from PLOMION to the vicinity of MARIEMBOURG, BELGIUM. And even better that you got the chance to visit with Jean Treasure. September 16, 1944: Co "C" was served doughnuts and coffee by VII Corps Red Cross girls - believed to be the first Red Cross girls to serve troops on GERMAN soil in World War II. 59. On the grounds of the Digby estate was the 228th Station Hospital, which consisted of a bunch of Quonset huts. Bn. 249th Engineer Battalion Soldiers and IMA Provide Emergency Backup Power to Hawaii Wastewater Treatment Plant, by Sergeant First Class Christopher P. Woolley and Major Paul B. Olsen, P.E., 249th Engineers Respond to California Wildfires, by SSG Scott Yeager, "249th Engineer Battalion lineage and honors information as of 1 March 2004", Official U.S. Army Prime Power School website, Description of the Coat of Arms and Distinctive Unit Insignia, Bridge to the Past: 249th Engineer Battalion from Combat to Prime Power by COL John K. Addison, Retired, Prime-Power Considerations for Engineer Planners, by Captain Geoff Van Epps, Reflections on Building Great Engineers, COL Paul B. 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October 25, 1944: Co "C" completed culvert in vicinity of BRAND. The battalion was used in an effort to block the German advance by deploying landmines, obstacles and establishing roadblocks. An SOS went out and two Coast Guard cutters came out from Argentia, Newfoundland. It was an eerie setting with the city in flames all around him. Bill Nolan from Portland knew his way around and brought Stan to his brother. What do they do at Parris Island? crossed the BELGIUM border with the 9th Inf. 63. Section, and two squads of Co "C" resulting in their passing a point where they should have turned - at this point Co "A" took the lead and Co "C" joined the rear of the Bn. 37. From then on it was the road to Berlin. The Battalion advance C.P. Loss of equipment was heavy; however, casualties were light. The unit was discharged on December 19, 1945, from Fort Devens, MA. June 23, 1944: Battalion given the Infantry mission of clearing the North East corner of the Cotentin penisula [sic] of scattered enemy troops - liberated the French towns of QUETTEHOU and St VAAST LA HOUGE. December 30, 1944: The Battalion was relieved of the defensive position at 1800 hours by a re-enforced Co. of Infantry of the 75th Inf. 245th Engineer Combat Battalion, U.S. Third Army, Camp Gordon Georgia 551 heavy engineer pontoon battalion photos. Access WWII personnel records showing your veterans enlistment, draft, honorable discharge, serial numbers, promotions, military training, ranks, military duties and enlistment photographs. Three men from Co "A" were injured on booby traps when Co "A" relieved the Company from 297th Engr. April 17, 1945: This day marked the end of the RHUR POCKET in which 315,000 Germans were captured. Stan found out Frank was located in Liege, about 15 miles West. 119. The 249th deployed teams to the Gulf Region under Joint Task Force Katrina, working with contractors, and local and state entities to assess, they helped install and maintain emergency generators at critical facilities. moved to vicinity of VILLEDIEU-LES-POLES. Learn more. Robert James was propped up against a bulkhead, going in and out of consciousness. We traveled by train down to Sherborne in Dorset. By the time we finished training, the war in Africa was over. of the 60th Infantry Regt. June 12, 1944: Our first mission on the continent - Lt Lawson with a D7 bulldozer assisted the 1110th Engr. Two engines were out, a third smoking, and they were were losing airspeed and altitude, but they were flying level and pointed home. November 16, 1944: The 4th Inf. After a close call with a booby trap, he was injured when a tank shell landed right under his jeep. I've heard the story of the training accident many times. April 14, 1945: Co "B" constructed a Class #40 D/S Bailey Bridge at WIPPERFURTH, GERMANY. 118. September 18, 1944: The Battalion moved to a new bivouac at ROTGEN, GERMANY. As an aside, many of you, I am sure, have heard about the Slapton Sands incident. BELLEAU, WOODS, FRANCE.10 125. The Battalion C.P. Forums World War II WWII ENGINEERS . Frank Capuozzi was born in Naples. Recon. While he was not in the immediate area of the blast he was at the scene of the accident shortly after it occured. The exact battles your WWII veteran took part in. 78. Power Surge, 249th Engineer Battalion Responds to Electrocutions in Iraq by LTC Paul B. Olsen, P.E. 74. VIC. He bunked with regular B-17 crew members, but Bill Livingstone was a gunnery instructor who was there to keep skills sharp. Both on the attack and on the defense, engineers led the way. January 9, 1945: Co "A" completed the continuous Bailey Bridge in DURBEY. 124. One engine was shot out. Division for the drive to close the famous "FALAISE GAP". October 20, 1944: Co "A" was attached to 297th Engr. 38. Thats when Stan saw a truck from his brother Franks outfit, 639 A.A.A. Explore military combat reports and casualty records tounderstand the battlefield experiences and sacrifices of your WWII veteran and their military unit. Veteran's Branch of Service? 44. - Co. "C" was relieved on road blocks by a Company from 294th Engr. 15. Reconnaissance was made of the MEUSE RIVER in the vicinity of DINANT and HASTIERE in preparation for the crossing of the 9th Inf. as of 0800 hours. January 22, 1945: Co "C" (with the 4th Cav.) moved to RAEREN. It was disgusting down below in the Queen Mary so Newton Riess went up on deck to escape the smell. Thomas W. Silva, Lt. Ray L. Whiteturkey and 42 men from H&S Co. and Co. "C". 95. All traffic was moving North to Battice. 115. I am now a Captain in the Civil Air Patrol of the United States Air Force Auxiliary. Find out whether your WWII veteran was awarded valor medals for gallantry in action or for wounds received in the line of duty. Ancestry.com and our loyal RootsWeb community. If so, when? The unit was assigned to V Corps, First U.S. Army. . Any contribution above basic membership is tax deductible, and is most appreciated. Work was resumed at 0800 hours on July 16 and the bridge was completed at 1400 hours. At 0100 hours on August 7, 1944 Capt. In November 1945, the 249th Engineers were sent on their final orders to Camp Lucky Strike, near Marseilles, France and then redeployed back to the United States. For Air Corps flight crews we can determine the exact flights that your individual Air Corps veteran took part in. 111. He heard some firing from another gun and turned around just in time to see a horrifying sight. 72. Vaughan - Navy, Rufus Dalton - Army, Ed Harrell - Marines, Robert James - Navy, John Souther - Army, LtGen Lawrence Snowden - Marines, Jim Wicker - Army Air Corps, Frank Capuozzi - Army, Newton Riess - Army, Harry Kone - Marines. June 21, 1944: Battalion moved to new bivouac in the vicinity of MONTEBURG. Part 2 of 2. Bn. December 24, 1944: Given the mission of providing direct support to the 75th Infantry Division Co "B" prepared several bridges across the L'OURTHE RIVER for demolition. A typo is noted by the use of [sic] other errors are probably my own. May 26, 2010 at 2:13 pm. It was the highest bridge constructed by the first army Engineer Combat Battalion in the E.T.O. December 25, 1944: At 1800 hours the Bn. - Present Carthage Armory Carthage, Missouri, United States Eight assault teams of the 299th Combat Engineer Battalion landed on OMAHA beach (Easy Red, Fox Green, Fox Red) with the mission of clearing eight 50-yard gaps in the underwater obstacles. December 28, 1944: At 0200 hours an enemy Infantry Battalion made an attack in the vicinity of the motor vehicle park and the Battalion FWD. 42. Bn. He sure did on Guadalcanal but he hopes some later generation will find a way to avoid war. 4. . Co "A" constructed a Class #40 D/S Bailey Bridge over the timber trestle bridge in VICHT. They were sent to Fort Devens, then assigned to the 296th Combat Engineer Battalion, and shipped to Camp Shelby, Mississippi for basic training over a period of seven months. was attached to 9th Infantry Division as of 1200 hours. January 23, 1945: Co "C" relieved of attachment to the 4th Cav. The battalion was organized and under the command of only three captains. On March 20, 1944, I was lying in bed when there was a huge explosion and I was blown off my bed. Any contribution above basic membership is tax deductible, and is most appreciated. 14. That took place in Devon when the soldiers and sailors were practicing landings in an area which had been picked because the topography was similar to Normandy. With his radio, he began spotting artillery on their position, under fire the entire time. September 4, 1944: Co "C" constructed Class 40 D/S Bailey Bridge in MARIEMBOURG. They are a component of the United States Army Corps of Engineers . 19. Co "B" was given the mission of cleaning the streets and Co "C" was given the mission of removing the railroad and building the road. Lawrence Snowden remembers that, though it was an easy victory, valuable combat experience and important lessons were imparted on the Marines. When the pumps began operation, a 40-foot-wide opening was made in the sheet piling to allow water to flow out of the canal. Then fate intervened in the form of an ambulance without a driver. 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