Yes Russ, remember the "point system" well. Never thought it was much use to a dogface. Those that "endured?" behind the lines got 2 points per month. Also by "them" getting near a "campaign area" got 5 points by being in each "campaign area"and not in actual fighting. C.I.B. got no points even though being a high quality award . As I had enough "points" I stayed with the 3 rd Inf Div in occupation till I was
homeward bound. Actually, being single and a young un it was not too bad. Little to do,
plenty of time to go hunting ETC. . However was glad when my "point count" came up
and was shipped home and got out.. For those that were not married it was not too bad. But for those married, it must have been bad time, just waiting to go home.