My attention was peaked when he said he was from Groton and even more so when he said he worked for Electric Boat. I was on submarines and went to sub school in Groton back in 1980.
My grandfather was an eto combat vet just like this man every time I asked hey grandpa can you tell me about the war he would say kid “join the navy you will die clean “ never spoke about it at all ! But you can see something in his eye ! I miss him terribly
What I find interesting is really two points- 1- the disdain for Patton- my grandfather hated him too, always said "our blood and guts is his goddamn glory". and 2- the fact he was a replacement, he was treated the same. My grandfather was a replacement rifleman to the 80th Div in Oct 44, and he always told me he was "treated like anyone else" and "it was in the best interest to get new guys up to speed and make sure they didn't get knocked off at the first second in the line"
Eisenhower did not remove him for insubordination after patton slap a couple of GI's while they were recuperating (sickBay ) but he sends him to Italy to chill out. later Eisenhower stated that patton deserved to be court-martial, but doing this will not create moral cohesion in the press while the war was on.
In my opinion Patton was a coward for striking a GI. I don’t have much respect for Mc Arthur either for shooting American veterans at a Washington protest.
Unfortunately it takes enormous ego and testosterone to be a great warrior. That’s one of the prices human have for war. Patton was on of history’s greatest assholes. But he knew war. Losing men, to him, was just part of the tactical decisions and bodies needed to succeed in an operation. Those of us with compassion cannot fathom that attitude. That’s why we do not advance militarily. And that is a simple fact of why his third army won the battle of the bulge. Men had to freeze, to die in the elements, and in the many skirmishes that went on. Patton had a very good idea of how many would die, that they would die in horrible agony. It was his decision for them to pay the price. Had he gotten his way with Russia, we would have avoided the Cold War….and many more would have died within a few more years. But we would not have paid for the next hundred years like we have done. Russia would likely be divided into smaller countries. All because our national was tired of that war and was ready to rest.
What a good man. You served your country well, Louis, for that you can be very proud. You are so right, this generation is a lot different than yours.. We have much to learn from you and your generation. Not called the greatest generation for nothing. God bless you!
He was fortunate to have missed *ALL* of the 36th’s difficulties in Italy and southern France. I wonder if he knows what the Division did before joining the 141st.
Louis was my uncle's father, wish I spent more with him. The stories he could've told me are nothing short of amazing.
Rest easy PopPop
My attention was peaked when he said he was from Groton and even more so when he said he worked for Electric Boat. I was on submarines and went to sub school in Groton back in 1980.
I love this guy & his humor🥰
God bless this man and his good spirits. A long life well deserved.
LOUIS thanx for your stories,,God spared you and you can see you were grateful,,
My grandfather was an eto combat vet just like this man every time I asked hey grandpa can you tell me about the war he would say kid “join the navy you will die clean “ never spoke about it at all ! But you can see something in his eye ! I miss him terribly
What a lovely guy.
He seems so happy and full of life. Thank you for your service.❤️💖
"Seems like kids today dont have respect for anything". Well said.
Plato said that 2000 years ago, it's not a new notion.
Its mostly a matter of perception changing with age.
What I find interesting is really two points- 1- the disdain for Patton- my grandfather hated him too, always said "our blood and guts is his goddamn glory". and 2- the fact he was a replacement, he was treated the same. My grandfather was a replacement rifleman to the 80th Div in Oct 44, and he always told me he was "treated like anyone else" and "it was in the best interest to get new guys up to speed and make sure they didn't get knocked off at the first second in the line"
I wish I could shake this man's hand and thank him. God bless him.
My father was attached to 4th armor and didn't think much of Paton either.
Thanks to all our Veterans. Semper Fi.
So much respect.
Bro his memory is realllly reallly sharp
I love these stories. They are priceless. History in first person
To all Veterans thank you.
Eisenhower did not remove him for insubordination after patton slap a couple of GI's while they were recuperating (sickBay ) but he sends him to Italy to chill out. later Eisenhower stated that patton deserved to be court-martial, but doing this will not create moral cohesion in the press while the war was on.
In my opinion Patton was a coward for striking a GI.
I don’t have much respect for Mc Arthur either for shooting American veterans at a Washington protest.
Unfortunately it takes enormous ego and testosterone to be a great warrior. That’s one of the prices human have for war. Patton was on of history’s greatest assholes. But he knew war. Losing men, to him, was just part of the tactical decisions and bodies needed to succeed in an operation. Those of us with compassion cannot fathom that attitude. That’s why we do not advance militarily. And that is a simple fact of why his third army won the battle of the bulge. Men had to freeze, to die in the elements, and in the many skirmishes that went on. Patton had a very good idea of how many would die, that they would die in horrible agony. It was his decision for them to pay the price. Had he gotten his way with Russia, we would have avoided the Cold War….and many more would have died within a few more years. But we would not have paid for the next hundred years like we have done. Russia would likely be divided into smaller countries. All because our national was tired of that war and was ready to rest.
Thank you for your service!! God bless you!!
happy veterans day ty for fighting
I wish he was my grandpa.
All eqaulity but this man is a a hero and he's funny to lol:) great story.
He's right, they don't make them like them anymore.
Compassion honor and eqaulity ♥️
I feel like I have made a new friend. And yes you guys along with my dad were indeed America's Greatest Generation.
What a good man. You served your country well, Louis, for that you can be very proud. You are so right, this generation is a lot different than yours.. We have much to learn from you and your generation. Not called the greatest generation for nothing. God bless you!
Does anyone notice this veteran's vocal cadence and lingo is reminiscent of Rodney Dangerfield ("He says YEAH!" "I says 'Hey! You never know"')?
Freedom Fighter WW2 like my Dad, in the 4th Armored----TY.Not Jack Davis, but John.
Leroux, my grand dad knew him
He was fortunate to have missed *ALL* of the 36th’s difficulties in Italy and southern France. I wonder if he knows what the Division did before joining the 141st.
Loved the dentist story!😂
🎇🇺🇲"God Bless Our
Veterans and Active Warrior's!"🇺🇲🎇
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anyone know what happened to the friendly fire fred quizlo guy?
My Dad’s company!
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