Category Archives: Band of Brothers

Say Hello to the New Guys

Posted on January 7, 2019 by jenorv

Recently I watched Band of Brothers.  One episode centered on new men entering Easy Company as replacements after D Day. The men are welcomed with less than enthusiasm and are not sure what to make of it. And I thought … Continue reading →

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Death of a Hero

Posted on November 6, 2014 by jenorv

My Uncle Harold died at 91 recently, he was a veteran of  World War II and survived the Battle of the Bulge, that alone would make him a hero to me.  But  it was what followed  this battle that  showed … Continue reading →

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