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601st Tank Destroyer Battalion 1st Infantry Division Provisional Antitank Battalion converted to 601st Tank Destroyer Battalion on 15 December 1941. Company C of the original battalion consisted mainly of Battery D, 5th Field Artillery, the only Army unit with a continuous history from the Revolutionary War. Arrived at Gourock, Scotland, on 9 April 1942. Reconnaissance Company landed at Oran, Algeria, on 8 November as part of Operation Torch, and rest of battalion arrived in December. Fought in Battle of Kasserine Pass in February 1943 and at El Guettar in March. Converted to the M10 at end of North Africa campaign. Participated in invasion landings at Salerno, Italy, on 9 September. Made third D-day assault at Anzio on 22 January 1944 and entered Rome in June. Conducted fourth assault landing in southern France on 15 August. Advanced to German border in the Vosges region. Participated in reduction of Colmar Pocket in February 1945, then converted to the M36. Battled along the Siegfried Line until crossing the Rhine on 22 March. Helped capture Nürnberg in April and ended the war occupying Hitler's retreat at Berchtesgaden in Bavaria. Attached to: 1st Armored Division; 1st, 3d, 9th, 34th, 36th, 45th, 103d Infantry divisions.
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How many tanks are in a modern tank battalion?
It depends upon what military you are talking about and what type of tank the battalion utilizes or is it diverse? For a light tank battalion the numbers will be greater than a Main Battle Tank battalion.
Which division was the 652nd tank destroyer battalion attached to?
The U.S. Army's 652nd Tank Destroyer Battalion was not attached to a particular division as it was one of seven tank destroyer battalions that remained stateside in World War II and was not deployed overseas. It was based at Camp Hood (now Fort Hood) in Texas, the headquarters of the Tank Destroyer Force.
How do you find out who your grandad served with in world war 2 - 3rd army - 4th armored division - 704th tank destroyer battalion - recon company - 3rd platoon?
I found a reference to a Veteran's Association of the 704 TD Battalion. However, the date was a few years ago so they may no longer exist. You can try this info: http://www.amazon.com/Men-704th-Illustrated-Destroyer-Battalion/dp/188585112X Here are books and references that may mention your grandfater. The Men of the 704th by Richard Buchanan, Saint Vincent College Center (Jun 1998), ISBN-13: 978-1885851123 Reluctant Valor: The Oral History of Captain Thomas J. Evans, United States Third Army, 4th Armored Division, 704th Tank Destroyer Battalionby Thomas Evans, Saint Vincent College Center (Jun 1995), ISBN-13: 978-1885851055 CODE NAME: HARPOON THE COMBAT HISTORY OF THE 704TH TANK DESTROYER BATTALION (SELF-PROPELLED), paperback book, Publisher: La Puente, CA Baron Publishing Co. 1982 http://www.allbusiness.com/amusement-recreation-services/miscellaneous-amusement/4045059-1.html The 704th Tank Destroyer Battalion was formed in December 1941 at Pine Camp, New York, departed US 3 September 1943 for England. They arrived in France 13 July 1944. Credited with Ardennes-Alsace, Central Europe, Normandy, Northern France and Rhineland Campaigns. They also served with the 101st Airborne, 26th, 87th and 94th Infantry Divisions and the 6th Cavalry Group during the war. They used the M-18 Hellcat during their service.
Info on 763rd Tank Battalion?
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What was the role of company b of the 899th tank destroyer battalion in World War 2?
The 899th TD Battalion was attached to 9th Infantry Div from 19 Jun 44 to 24 July 44, and operated with that division in the Carentan area of northern France. Sorry for this partial answer; I'm looking for more info about this unit myself. Jim Brown Kapolei, HI
Where is the Unit history of the 637th Tank Destroyer Battalion?
Try googling "battalion profiles"
World War 1 Army 808 Tank Destroyer Battalion?
the 808th tank destroyer battalion was in WW2. tanks were just coming around at the end of WW1 so there was no such thing as a tank destroyer battalion. also, my grandfather was in the 808th TDB.
Are there any books on the 629th American Tank Destroyer Battalion?
no
What is the meaning of a pin from the 631st Tank Destroyer Battalion with a charging rhino and the word indomitable?
In WWII there were two types of tanks one was a tank destroyer and the other was for cover. The tank destroyer was for Yes killing tanks
Where can you find information on the 630th Tank Destroyer Battalion?
630th Tank Destroyer Battalion information can be obtained through the Savannah Now web site at www.savannahnow.com/node/318153. Just cut and paste the address into your browser.
How do you find info on the 776th tank destroyer battlion in the pacific theater during world war 2?
The 776th Tank Destroyer Battalion didn't fight in the Pacific theater during World War II. Google 776th Tank destroyer battalion. Here is the link; http://www.100thww2.org/support/776combat.html
What unit citation did the 631st Tank Destroyer Battalion receive from the Prince of Luxembourg?
They did not receive one.
Where can you find any information on the 823rd TD Battalion?
You might contact the823RD TANK DESTROYER BATTALION ASSOCIATIONPO BOX 177FX STA, VA22039-0177
What campaigns were the 661 tank destroyer battallion involved in?
The 661 Tank Destroyer Battalion earned credit for following Campaigns in WW2:Central EuropeRhinelandThey also were Occupation Forces in Germany.Souce: Dept of Army Pamphlet 672-1.
Where can you find information about the 701st Tank Battalion like where they were and who they were attached to?
I have a History of the 701st Tank Battalion, including where they were & who they were attached to. Richard V. Horrell WW 2 Connections.com
When was Tank Battalion created?
Tank Battalion was created in 1980.
When did Tank Battalion happen?
Tank Battalion happened in 1980.
