Interesting stuff here...
I was forwarded a letter, because they thought I might have some knowledge/insight about a German sabre which was captured during the war by a member of the 39th Engineer Regiment. I am uploading the complete handwritten letter, but will put some of the immediate facts below.
The letter was written by Kenneth Klisiewicz, the son of Steve Klisiewicz. Evidently the item in question was signed by over 30 members of the unit (see letter). He states that his dad passed away in 1970 and never really talked about the war, except to mention that the item was confiscated from a German submarine captain. He has no proof beyond this, but says that there must be an interesting story behind this.
I did forward the letter to everyone on my current 39th email list a few months ago, but have not heard anything, so thought I should place it here too.
Any help is truly appreciated.
Proud Daughter of Walter (Monday) Poniedzialek
540th Engineer Combat Regiment, 2833rd Bn, H&S Co, 4th Platoon
There's "No Bridge Too Far"
