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How was wendell Scott a paratrooper in the 101st airborne in world war 2 when it was an all white division?
Where did you see that he was a paratrooper in the 101st. Everything I have read lists him as being a mechanic in WWII which is certainly possible.
Where was training for the 101st Airborne division in World War 2 and what was it like?
After the 101st was formed, only the toughest men were allowed to serve. The Division needed men that could survive being dropped from an airplane behind enemy lines and still fight and win. Only 1 in 3 men passed the selection criteria to serve in the 101st which included a 140 mile foot march in 3 days and rigorous airborne training.
Who enterd World War 2 first the 101st airborne or 82nd airborne?
The 82nd entered the war first and then split into the two divisions the 101st and 82nd. The 82nd has been around much longer than the 101st
Which unit suffered most casualties in World War 2?
101st airborne
How old was Captain Winters during World War 2?
If you mean Captain (later Major) Dick Winters of the 101st Airborne, he was 24 to 27 years old when he served in World War II.
Was Farquaad a 101st airborne base in England during World War 2?
No, it was not
What vehicles did the 101st airborne division use?
See the attached link for the full story of the 101st Airborne in World War 2. One link has a list of the supplies they packed in their backbacks.
Was there a specific division that had painted the spade on their helmets and what was the significance of that?
Yes, the 101st Airborne Division during World War II painted the spade symbol on their helmets as a tribute to the playing card symbol "Death Card" associated with the division's unofficial motto "Take No Prisoners." It was meant to strike fear in enemy troops and boost the division's reputation as fierce and ruthless fighters.
How was wendell Scott a paratrooper in the 101st airborne in world war 2 when it was an all white division?
Where did you see that he was a paratrooper in the 101st. Everything I have read lists him as being a mechanic in WWII which is certainly possible.
Where was training for the 101st Airborne division in World War 2 and what was it like?
After the 101st was formed, only the toughest men were allowed to serve. The Division needed men that could survive being dropped from an airplane behind enemy lines and still fight and win. Only 1 in 3 men passed the selection criteria to serve in the 101st which included a 140 mile foot march in 3 days and rigorous airborne training.
Who enterd World War 2 first the 101st airborne or 82nd airborne?
The 82nd entered the war first and then split into the two divisions the 101st and 82nd. The 82nd has been around much longer than the 101st
Which unit suffered most casualties in World War 2?
101st airborne
What has the author Mark A Bando written?
Mark A. Bando is an author known for his books on military history, specifically focusing on the experiences of American soldiers during World War II. Some of his notable works include "Ghost Troops: Memories of the 17th Airborne Division, 1943-1945" and "Breakout at Normandy: The 2nd Armored Division in the Land of the Dead".
Who published the book Band of Brothers?
The book "Band of Brothers" was published by Simon & Schuster in 1992. It was written by historian Stephen E. Ambrose and tells the story of Easy Company, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, during World War II.
How old was Captain Winters during World War 2?
If you mean Captain (later Major) Dick Winters of the 101st Airborne, he was 24 to 27 years old when he served in World War II.
Where could you find a World War 2 101st Airborne Division 506 Parachute Infantry Regiment Easy Company roster complete with ranks and date of rank?
Donald Pratt Museum, Ft. Campbell, KY
Who are the main characters in the journal of Scott pendleton Collins?
The main characters in "The Journal of Scott Pendleton Collins" are Scott Pendleton Collins, a soldier during World War II, and his unit members in the 101st Airborne Division. The journal follows their experiences and challenges during the war, providing a first-person account of their struggles and triumphs.
