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292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - buk2112 - 02-27-2017
Yes Marion, it is great to be back. Like the new look for the forum, kudos on a job well done :clappin2: 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - buk2112 - 02-27-2017
I was curious to see a headstone photo for Kathleen's uncle, so I requested one for his Find A Grave memorial page. A gracious photo volunteer fulfilled my request yesterday.
https://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=82629662
292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Walt's Daughter - 02-27-2017
Three cheers! 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Sir Gator - 02-28-2017
Wow, Randy, what a great idea! Proves my earlier point! :) 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Sir Gator - 02-28-2017
You are worthy, you are worthy!!! :)
Gary 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Sir Gator - 03-03-2017 Alrighty, folks! Here's a little something to take look at and please feel free to comment with your opinions. Higher res versions are also available. :)
Thanks in advance!
Gary
EDIT: Thanks to the graciousness of Marion passing along information concerning the poster and the soldier who posed (see below) for it. This version is in honor of Vincent Lackey of the 43rd Engineer Combat Regiment and all of the "Vincent Lackeys" of the 292nd Engineer Combat battalion and other units who sacrificed so much for all of our freedoms. Just normal "Joes" doing their duty for all of us. G 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Walt's Daughter - 03-03-2017
Do you know that I have a story about the engineer who posed for this poster? His name is Vincent Leckey and you can read all about him here.
I also have a signed copy of this poster, that he gave me, shortly before he passed. It's hanging in my office and I'm very proud to have it!
And Gary, it looks great! 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Sir Gator - 03-03-2017
Wow, Marion, that is so cool! Thanks for the info on Mr Leckey! Maybe his loved one will post more about his service? I'm sure everyone here would love that. Can you do me a favor? Any chance you could take a photo of the signed poster hanging where you have it up? I think it would be cool to see it in place as you have it hung. :)
Until next time...
Gary 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Walt's Daughter - 03-03-2017
Sure thing.
Here's where the image hangs among others. This is one wall in our entertainment room.
292nd Engineer Combat Battalion (New Member) - Sir Gator - 03-03-2017
Thanks so much, Marion! Send me a direct message as you have a chance. A couple of questions... What is the text on the bomber crew photo and is there a relation to you of any of the men? What is the certificate in the center above the fighter artwork and is there a story behind it? I just love the stories behind photos, artwork, signatures, etc. as they make the history of the visuals come alive.
You are the best, Marion!
Gary |