Strange how that wound up on his headstone, but mistakes have been known to happen. When researching "bastard" (self-supporting) engineer units,...

Hi and welcome to the forum. It's great that you will be able to obtain a copy of the unit history. A real treasure. Let us know when you get it...

I am a bit confused about the relatives saying they already have the dog tags, for there is usually only one set. How can both of them (and you) all h...

Oh ya, you can do a comparison. I think you'd really like the book, for there's some really funny stuff in it. BTW, thanks for the compliment on...

Great post Larry. Thanks for taking the time to do that.

Thanks everyone. Really appreciate your posts!

Oh, how did I know you'd be the first one. You always send me something so cool on my birthday each year, and the above is no exception. That is great...

Ah, Alger. Actually the town we live in was name after a governor of Michigan. There, some more history trivia for my readers! Thanks for the l...

Ya, when you get a chance to view the documentary, all the details are there.

Wow, what a story and I've only begun to read it. Reminds me of how General Patton stole the 540th Engineers' cook. Did you see the story in my ...

Don't know if you realized it, but your son has the Ernie Pyle smile. Go back and look at the pics and let me know what you think. Uncanny!

Ah, and I see it was erected by the 1118th Engineers. Way to go boys. Am checking out the other pics right now. Thanks Todd. Great post.