Memoir, ca. 1943-2001.

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Memoir, ca. 1943-2001.

Discusses Mills radar and anti-aircraft training, preparations for the D-Day invasion in England, and his landing on Omaha Beach. Describes the carnage from battles in Normandy and his participation in the Battle of St. Lo. Mills also mentions battling through France and Belgium, experiences during the Battle of the Bulge, and invasion of Germany. Includes photocopied photographs and certificates.

1 folder (21 p.)

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Mills, Gayland R., 1920-

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Served in the US Army during World War II from 1943-1945. Mills was apart of the 413th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion, 1st Army, (Battery "B"). He achieved the rank of Corporal T-5. From the description of Memoir, ca. 1943-2001. (Brigham Young University). WorldCat record id: 51602607 ...