01-10-2017, 02:24 PM
Gary...I had stated earlier that the 253rd was probably the 253rd combat battalion that was part of the 9th army, which the 292nd was also a part of. Also could he have re-upped at the end of the war and been put with the 292nd which was building and supervising POW camps?
Interesting ideas, Ken. I'm not sure we can do much more for Kathleen right now. Hopefully she will be able to get records from NARA on Rice's service that may answer some of the questions. I would remind Kathleen that Marion has resources that can be referenced on this site that may help her in her search. I'm sure Marion could chime in on this.
Gary
Gary L. Gates
Proud Grandson of Randall Gates
Mechanic, A and H&S Companies, 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion, 1149th Engineer Combat Group
Proud Grandson of Randall Gates
Mechanic, A and H&S Companies, 292nd Engineer Combat Battalion, 1149th Engineer Combat Group