"My Late Dad's WWII Photos and More With General Pettygree" Topic

My 98 year old father passed away on 29 October 2023. After my wife and I prepared memory boards, I thought his WWII photos and more should be shared rather than returning all to storage too soon. His life will hopefully be interesting and thought provoking for you.
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The story was written from the perspective of my nom de plume, General Pettygree and two assistants here:

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One more invitation. Check out the website for Dad's last outfit, the US Army 776th Tank Destroyer Battalion. The link is in the story.
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Respectfully,
Bill P.
Chronicler for The Adventures of General Pettygree

My condolences on the passing of you father.

And thank you for sharing the pictures.

Dave

Condolences. Thanks for posting.

You have my condolences as well. Thanks for having Gen. Pettygree tell the story.

Thank you so much for sharing the pictures and words about your father. These men and women who served during the Second World War were, in my opinion, the most giving generation. Not a cliche – I believe they were the greatest.

May the memory of your father be a blessing.

Condolences and many thanks for sharing – I echo ccmatty's thoughts – No 2 son is a surgeon and he says his favourite patients are people who lived thru WWII – they're tough, don't complain, are appreciative and as noted are the most giving generation

Bill;

My sincere condolences. As a fellow Gator and veteran I will lift a glass in memory of your dad tonight. I will not mourn his passing but rather celebrate his life.

A life well lived.
Thank you for sharing the story about your father and all who loved him.

That's quite remarkable, thank you for sharing.

V/R,
Jack

Great info and photos, thanks for sharing.

My condolences. A great story, as so many of that era.

An amazing story of an amazing man. Thank you so much for sharing with us.
My condolences.

Condolences to all .

Bill,

My most sincere condolences to you and your family.

Jim (a one-time opponent at Millenium Con)

Thanks for the posting. My deepest condolences also.

Bill,

As others have said above, thank you for sharing the story of your father's life and his service during WWII. Your memories of his life and his service touched me deeply, largely because they remind me of those of my own dear departed father, may he Rest In Peace. May your father's memory be for a Blessing to you and all the others who knew and loved him.

Gentlemen,
Your kindness and sentiments are truly comforting and appreciated.
Respectfully,
Bill P.