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January 17, 1945 – Wednesday
Was up at 4 o’clock and left at six for HQ Co. Council and I got out onto the road for Strasbourg at about 9 o’clock. We were down there at 12 noon. I just about froze my feet going … Continue reading
January 16, 1945 – Thursday
Had to get out a few reports as I am going on pass tomorrow. Took a half assed bath and got ready to go.
January 15, 1945 – Monday
Not much to do around here now. The company is just throwing a little gravel on the roads and that’s about all.
Letter Home – January 14, 1945
Dear Mother & Dad, I have a couple of letters dated Dec 25 and Jan 4th. I wish I knew where the mail is at. Everyone is griping about it. But I guess we are out cast to so that … Continue reading
January 14, 1945 – Sunday
I was sick in my stomach last night. Didn’t feel good all day today. Went to the battalion and it was sure some ride. They have moved way back now, so that they will be back far enough if and … Continue reading
January 13, 1945 – Saturday
Worked all day around the supply room. Played some cards and went to bed early.
January 12, 1945 – Friday
We moved today to the next town. Took us most of the day to get settled. We have a nice room in a house. The people are good people. Found a room down in the cellar for the supplies. Went … Continue reading
January 11, 1945 – Thursday
There’s rumors that we may move tomorrow. Too much danger of being cut off if the Germans counter attack through here. Did a little work and that’s about all for today.
January 10, 1945 – Wednesday
About the same as yesterday. Had to make a trip to the battalion. Played some more cards. We sat around and talked till bed time.
January 9, 1945 – Tuesday
No mortars today, a few shells and that’s all. Not much to do. We are on another infantry alert. Played some cards and wrote a letter.
