Blentz
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Good Morning Fellow Enthusiasts,
Does anybody have any information on halftracks being used by the 101st Airborne during World War 2? I have been trying to scour the internet for pictures, diaries, etc.. but have only been able to locate snippets of information from various after action reports in regards to transporting troopers across the battlefield.
I have talked to several Airborne vets from World War 2 who claimed they used them for infantry support and direct/indirect artillery support (Mortar halftracks,75mm AT Tracks,etc) but like I said, I haven't been able to find any information about that aspect in written form. I'm mainly interested in what markings would be stenciled on the vehicles, what variations of halftracks were most commonly used and what type of airborne specific equipment would be utilized/packed in the vehicle but Any and All information regarding my question is Greatly appreciated!
Thank you very much,
Brandon
P.s - Feel free to post images, excerpts or anything else that would pertain to my question in this forum post as I am sure someone else might have the same interest!
Does anybody have any information on halftracks being used by the 101st Airborne during World War 2? I have been trying to scour the internet for pictures, diaries, etc.. but have only been able to locate snippets of information from various after action reports in regards to transporting troopers across the battlefield.
I have talked to several Airborne vets from World War 2 who claimed they used them for infantry support and direct/indirect artillery support (Mortar halftracks,75mm AT Tracks,etc) but like I said, I haven't been able to find any information about that aspect in written form. I'm mainly interested in what markings would be stenciled on the vehicles, what variations of halftracks were most commonly used and what type of airborne specific equipment would be utilized/packed in the vehicle but Any and All information regarding my question is Greatly appreciated!
Thank you very much,
Brandon
P.s - Feel free to post images, excerpts or anything else that would pertain to my question in this forum post as I am sure someone else might have the same interest!