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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old

Having to do it for the first time in combat is a chastening experience, it gives a man religion.

- Maj-General J.M. Gavin, after his first combat paradrop 1944

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Today in Military History

October 7

1943:

GAMBATESSA, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 7 Oct 43)

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