Sad to think that within 5 or 6 years, these old veterans, The Greatest Generation, will be gone. We should never forget them, and their stories should be taught in the schools. Thank you for keeping them alive through your work. My Dad, 15th AAF, 461st BG, 764th Squadron, 51 missions over occupied Europe, shot down on last mission before rotating home, POW nine months. Remember them, and thank them for doing their duty.
"War is when the young and stupid are tricked by the old and bitter into killing eachother-Niko Bellic, 80 years ago the Battle Of The Bulge was fought and many thousands of both American and German soldiers all young boys would die in a catastrophic counter attack that was Hitler's last and may all those who fought there Rest In Peace, My friend August Caccavone was among the many who were there and was at Bastogne to relieve the 101st Airborne Division's paratroopers who were besieged
Just donated. Thank you for keeping this alive. I went on a Pacific island trip this past March to Saipan, Hawaii, Guam, Peleliu, and it changed my life. My father was on Guam in WW2. Going to this battleground is on my bucket list for sure.
Love your channel and the work you do. While I have never had the honour of meeting a WW2 vet in person, you are living the dream and preserving these stories while doing it! I cannot wait to watch these videos as soon as they come out!
I enjoy the videos on this channel since I'm into WWII history. I had an uncle who was in the 80th Infantry Division with General George S. Patton's Third Army during WWII, his division saw action during the Battle of the Bulge but he was wounded on Sept. 13, 1944 during the Battle of Nancy in Nancy, France. He was a Private and a recipient of the purple heart during WWII.
I've been binging your videos lately, wanting to learn more about these great men of WWII, and their achievements. One of my biggest regrets is that I will most likely never meet one of them in person to say thank you. The least I can do is donate a couple of dollars for this anniversary trip. Also, thank you for what you do, in bringing their stories to life. God bless them, and you.
WILLIAM "TOM" TURNER Cassville, MO U.S. Army 5th Armored division 47th A.I.B. B company He served here in 44-45. 3 bronze stars for his campaigns in Ardennes- Alsace, Central Europe, and the Rhineland and received the medal of good conduct. He was a rifleman on a halftrack. Great man. My Great Grandpa. I wish I knew your stories.
It would have been fascinating to see veterans from other wars revisit the areas of battle they fought at many years ago. That's what makes what your doing all the more important.
So glad to hear the addition of Louis Brown. My uncle was CO of the 3910th QM Truck Company, also part of the Red Ball Express and then attached to the 3rd Army and the first column of trucks into Bastogne for which he was awarded a Bronze Star. I look forward to watching your videos on the tour.
Like JD stated, this is important for not only giving the veterans an opportunity to tell their stories and for us to learn from them contemporaneously, but for future generations. So I donated again
My husband’s uncle was one of the soldiers who fought hard and long at the Battle of the Buldge. He never wanted to talk about it or any of the war. Now a days you would call it PTSD.
Thank you for sharing the sacrifice of the greatest generation made for the republic. As we go forward towards an unknown future, may we never forget, forsake their memory, and hold this generation in high regard and esteem . They saved our republic in its darkness hour ! May Almighty GOD bless and keep them !
That is so kind. My grandfather was in 7th Army Unit, field artillery in WW2. He received a purple heart for shrapnel wound in the abdomen in the Battle of the Bulge. I feel the same way, their sacrifice should never be forgotten
I just donated. I had family in the fight so it was a n brainer donation for me. I love the work you do and the channel. keep up the fight and help us all remember.
My Father served there with the 94th. He was pretty tight lipped about what he'd seen and from just a couple of his stories late in his life, I totally understand his reluctance to dredge up old memories.
My great uncles were at this battle. Wouldn't talk about it other than my uncle Frank saying they were both there and didn't know it. They've both gone to where soldiers live in peace now. Rest in peace, Uncle Frank and Uncle Harry. Miss you both.
My late father was there with the US 6th Armored Division. He talked very little about the war, but I still have a few things of his, including his Super Sixth campaign map.
This is such a meaningful project. I really thank all the veterans and hope they can make it. (For me, this is special because my Uncle Howie gave his life there on Dec. 16.)
Yeah, so much about plans... Life is what happens when you have other plans :D I was feeling sick, drove straight home and now my car, which was on its last leg for the last 2 years, seems to have had its last tour... Will have to visit there some other time. But I hope your trip will be good!
My father would be 99. He was PFC Bellos, 99 ID, 393 IR Baker Co. He was on the North shoulder on 16 Dec in his foxhole and he was at the Battle of Elsenborn Ridge helping to stop the German advance. He survived the war and seldom spoke of it. I yearn to walk in his 19 year old footsteps.
My Dad fought in THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE , was a SSgt. with the 7th Armored Division Rifle Squad at ST. Vith, when the lines changed he lead his men out of enemy line with nothing but a map and compass, and made it back to American lines. I wish he was still here to visit, but he passed June 15,2004 at 81 in Warren, Ohio where we lived, his name is LEE RIGHT orignally from Belington,WVA.
patton's weather pray. i have read several books one said it made up before the Ardennes battle. another one during the march to the Ardenne. which was it?
JD!. I have a stupid question. Im watching a Soome film on Amazon. I have watched your videos for years now. My question is when all the fighting was doomed to happen and the German army built all the elaborate trenches a year and a half before a battle. Why not just observe this and the alliance would simply attack from another safe direction?
Montgomery warned Eisenhower on 28th November about the weak and thinly held American line just in front of the Ardennes. Eisenhower didn't listen. And nearly 100,000 Americans became casualties.
My uncle was captured during the Battle of the Buldge. The Germans captured him, made him strip naked because they wanted his uniform. They laughed at him and left him to die. He made it to a farmhouse where a Belgian lady gave him a blanket and an old pair of boots. My mom told me this but he never spoke about it.
Sad to think that within 5 or 6 years, these old veterans, The Greatest Generation, will be gone. We should never forget them, and their stories should be taught in the schools. Thank you for keeping them alive through your work. My Dad, 15th AAF, 461st BG, 764th Squadron, 51 missions over occupied Europe, shot down on last mission before rotating home, POW nine months. Remember them, and thank them for doing their duty.
I think it’ll be a lot sooner than that, 2-3 years maybe.
"War is when the young and stupid are tricked by the old and bitter into killing eachother-Niko Bellic, 80 years ago the Battle Of The Bulge was fought and many thousands of both American and German soldiers all young boys would die in a catastrophic counter attack that was Hitler's last and may all those who fought there Rest In Peace, My friend August Caccavone was among the many who were there and was at Bastogne to relieve the 101st Airborne Division's paratroopers who were besieged
As soon as I click on any video on this channel, I immediately smile. Thanks for your great work JD!
Just donated. Thank you for keeping this alive. I went on a Pacific island trip this past March to Saipan, Hawaii, Guam, Peleliu, and it changed my life. My father was on Guam in WW2. Going to this battleground is on my bucket list for sure.
My friend Eugene Iconetti fought on Saipan with the 4th Marine Division as a demolitions man
You’re a good dude, JD. I’m more than happy to donate to this cause.
Love your channel and the work you do. While I have never had the honour of meeting a WW2 vet in person, you are living the dream and preserving these stories while doing it! I cannot wait to watch these videos as soon as they come out!
I enjoy the videos on this channel since I'm into WWII history. I had an uncle who was in the 80th Infantry Division with General George S. Patton's Third Army during WWII, his division saw action during the Battle of the Bulge but he was wounded on Sept. 13, 1944 during the Battle of Nancy in Nancy, France. He was a Private and a recipient of the purple heart during WWII.
I've been binging your videos lately, wanting to learn more about these great men of WWII, and their achievements. One of my biggest regrets is that I will most likely never meet one of them in person to say thank you. The least I can do is donate a couple of dollars for this anniversary trip. Also, thank you for what you do, in bringing their stories to life. God bless them, and you.
Just donated again and I will see the veterans and you in December 15th in Bastogne! Save travels!
WILLIAM "TOM" TURNER
Cassville, MO
U.S. Army 5th Armored division 47th A.I.B.
B company
He served here in 44-45.
3 bronze stars for his campaigns in Ardennes- Alsace, Central Europe, and the Rhineland and received the medal of good conduct.
He was a rifleman on a halftrack.
Great man. My Great Grandpa.
I wish I knew your stories.
Love this. Very excited to watch. Wish I could have gone back there with my dad. He was there. 99th div. 393 infantry
It would have been fascinating to see veterans from other wars revisit the areas of battle they fought at many years ago. That's what makes what your doing all the more important.
So glad to hear the addition of Louis Brown. My uncle was CO of the 3910th QM Truck Company, also part of the Red Ball Express and then attached to the 3rd Army and the first column of trucks into Bastogne for which he was awarded a Bronze Star. I look forward to watching your videos on the tour.
Made a new TH-cam account and JD was my first search. Love this channel.
Love these battle of the Bulge videos my other great grandfather was in this battle and lived through it
Like JD stated, this is important for not only giving the veterans an opportunity to tell their stories and for us to learn from them contemporaneously, but for future generations.
So I donated again
My husband’s uncle was one of the soldiers who fought hard and long at the Battle of the Buldge. He never wanted to talk about it or any of the war. Now a days you would call it PTSD.
Thank you for sharing the sacrifice of the greatest generation made for the republic. As we go forward towards an unknown future, may we never forget, forsake their memory, and hold this generation in high regard and esteem . They saved our republic in its darkness hour ! May Almighty GOD bless and keep them !
That is so kind. My grandfather was in 7th Army Unit, field artillery in WW2. He received a purple heart for shrapnel wound in the abdomen in the Battle of the Bulge. I feel the same way, their sacrifice should never be forgotten
Fantastic work! TY
This is great. Little is heard from these men who served a country that had a lot more to do to live up to being a more perfect union.
I just donated. I had family in the fight so it was a n brainer donation for me. I love the work you do and the channel. keep up the fight and help us all remember.
Where can I donate I can't find it
@davidcampbell7593 click on see more below the video. The link will be highlighted in blue.
@duanelay9965 ok thank you
A Nobel cause no doubt. Thanks JD. 💯👍
Thanks!
Thank you!
My Father served there with the 94th.
He was pretty tight lipped about what he'd seen and from just a couple of his stories late in his life, I totally understand his reluctance to dredge up old memories.
So looking forward to this one 🤝
My great uncles were at this battle. Wouldn't talk about it other than my uncle Frank saying they were both there and didn't know it. They've both gone to where soldiers live in peace now. Rest in peace, Uncle Frank and Uncle Harry. Miss you both.
Was just there on thanksgiving 🙏
Really enjoyed the video mate can't wait for the next one
JD you are the best‼️
My grandfather fought in the Ardennes during the battle of the bulge. Red Diamond, Pattons 3rd Army 5th infantry division.
As always, another great video, thanks! Keep 'em coming Sir : ))
R.I.P. Dad. He never talked about it, only heard a few stories from relatives.
My late father was there with the US 6th Armored Division. He talked very little about the war, but I still have a few things of his, including his Super Sixth campaign map.
This is such a meaningful project. I really thank all the veterans and hope they can make it. (For me, this is special because my Uncle Howie gave his life there on Dec. 16.)
My grandfather fought at the battle of the bulge but would never really talk about the war.
Yeah because they committed war crimes
The Story that still haunts me to this day when I visited the Ardennes is the one on the Wereth Eleven
Nice, I'm planning going there myself in the next few days, can't wait :)
Yeah, so much about plans... Life is what happens when you have other plans :D
I was feeling sick, drove straight home and now my car, which was on its last leg for the last 2 years, seems to have had its last tour...
Will have to visit there some other time.
But I hope your trip will be good!
My father would be 99. He was PFC Bellos, 99 ID, 393 IR Baker Co. He was on the North shoulder on 16 Dec in his foxhole and he was at the Battle of Elsenborn Ridge helping to stop the German advance. He survived the war and seldom spoke of it. I yearn to walk in his 19 year old footsteps.
Good luck with the trip,looking forward to seeing how it works out.
My dad was in WW2 .He was in 94 th infantry.I have no idea his route.I know he was in the thick of it.
I’ve just started Hitler’s Winter by Anthony tucker-jones. Getting into the Bulge vibe already. Thrilled to go back again.
My Dad fought in THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE , was a SSgt. with the 7th Armored Division Rifle Squad at ST. Vith, when the lines changed he lead his men out of enemy line with nothing but a map and compass, and made it back to American lines. I wish he was still here to visit, but he passed June 15,2004 at 81 in Warren, Ohio where we lived, his name is LEE RIGHT orignally from Belington,WVA.
Have you seen any artifacts or locations you recommend related to 69th infantry?
Love your channel, top notch content!
patton's weather pray. i have read several books one said it made up before the Ardennes battle. another one during the march to the Ardenne. which was it?
What a mystical but tragic place on earth
Yes, the video them marching along the road, makes you think of the different time and place.
What a brutal experience that must have been 😢🥶💀
You mentioned Civil war vets, there are a number of interviews do exist from the 1950-70s with Civil War veterans; both confederate and union.
JD!. I have a stupid question. Im watching a Soome film on Amazon. I have watched your videos for years now. My question is when all the fighting was doomed to happen and the German army built all the elaborate trenches a year and a half before a battle. Why not just observe this and the alliance would simply attack from another safe direction?
Any chance for you visiting Rotterdam the Netherlands? I live here. I would like to give you a tour and connect you to histiorians here.
I plan to help….gotta get paid first lol 😂
Montgomery warned Eisenhower on 28th November about the weak and thinly held American line just in front of the Ardennes. Eisenhower didn't listen. And nearly 100,000 Americans became casualties.
When are you coming to Aachen?
My uncle was in a tank
My uncle was captured during the Battle of the Buldge. The Germans captured him, made him strip naked because they wanted his uniform. They laughed at him and left him to die. He made it to a farmhouse where a Belgian lady gave him a blanket and an old pair of boots. My mom told me this but he never spoke about it.
My uncle Moshe fought in the Battle of the Bulge, I only learned this recently. They didn’t give him much respect, because he was Jewish.
You’re not going to let Mr Brown sit in a truck are you? You know what happened last time.😂
Is he African or American? i dont get it, what is it with you Americans?
American of African descent I gather.
I dont wont to see your face all the time,why do you make a video like this..
Where is the war document.
RIP to all german soldiers who died in the Ardennes. I don't care about the US casualties.