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My father, PFC John Borawski was in the 824th Tank Destroyer BN B Company. I found him in the picture Camp Hood TX. He was back row, sixth soldier from the left of the standard(?). He's gone now but showing this to my mother made her happy...

My dad was Capt. John Michael Rugh of the 609th TD Bn. He was C.O. of Recon Co. in 1944 then in 1945 the Battalion S-3. Dad died in 1979 after having a full life and a career in many interesting business endeavors and the legal profession. His last position was Judge of the 8th Judicial District in the State of Kansas, from 1971 to 1979. I was thrilled to find this website and particularly the written history of the 609th. I can relate to many of the incidents included in the history recalling these as they were past down to me from my father and mother, Rosamond Rugh. I can remember my dad telling me about the 609th "gunning down" the French cow one night! My family is quite proud of our dad and indeed all the men of the 609th Tank Destroyer Battalion. Thank you very much for providing this website and history. Mike Rugh 13Aug'13

My father, James M Abell was in Headquarters Co. 813th Tank Destroyers. He had a lot of stories to tell of his assignments overseas. He received some metals/commondations that he always said was for bravery. Although he was a cook, he told me that anyone can cook but it takes a brave man to serve it. Sadly, he passed away Friday Aug 2nd, 2013. Age 94. We will always remember him. Great website. Thanks

Thank you all for this *** website. I would like to inquire if there is anyone who knew my father, Corporal Robert Valentine, of Bristol, CT. He was in the 609th Tank Destroyers from day one to finish. Would appreciate any information at all. Thank you sincerely, Carol Valentine

Glad to find this website. My father, SSG Stephen F. Sikorski, was in the 610th, Recon Plt. while he is gone a long time, I must honor and commerate his service, and the service of all of those who served with him. Robert S. Sikorski

like the site thank you.I give u shout outs on world of tanks when I play so all tankers can enjoy and honor our vetrans. FAV TD M36 JACKSON /(SLUGGER)

This is an outstandingly fine site - my complements. I was a member of A Company, 821st Tank Destroyer Battalion from 1942 through 1945. The Battalion landed on Omaha Beach in June of 1944 and was continuously in action through to the Elbe River in Germany in May of 1945.

Excellent reference site for collectors such as myself. I recently purchased a sterling/enamel inlayed Tank Destroyers ring along with the 774th TD Unit history book together at a local antique shop which belonged to Joseph E Thibault who was a member of Recon "B" Company. The items will stay together in my collection and the history behind his and the rest of the units sacrifices will be preserved. Thank You for your service.

Fantastic site. My grandfather, Pfc. Raymond E. Alexander was in the 607th TD Btln (wounded and evacuated from Germany in December 1944). I'd never been able to put together all the pieces of the story until finding it all here. Thanks.

You have a fantastic website here, both visually and conceptually. I was lead here by a friend who's family member is featured here. It's very well organized and well researched. Thank you all for sharing the wonderful photos and stories of history that is slowly slipping away from us as the years go by. I'm an illustrator and co-writer of my site ToByloTak.com, a WWII fiction site my friend and I began. I have been an avid fan of WWII subjects, and while my family has no outstanding history during the war, I am no less fascinated by the stories of others. Thank you again for sharing!

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