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Hey all,

I had an uncle that passed away recently and am interested in researching his service in WWII. I recently found out he was in the glider airborne. I know he was in Normandy and the Bulge.

I would like to see if I can research where his unit went etc. Is there a web site you can recomend or organization? If so, what info will I need on my uncle to get the info I need?

I wish i talked to him about it when he was alive. To those that know some one and hasn't talked to them about their service I suggest you do it before they are gone, I wish I did.

Thanks for all your help fellas!

Steve.

Assuming that he was in one of the glider regiments attached to either the 101st or 82nd, the great news is that there is a significant amount of readily available literature that will help you sort things out. Main thing you need to know is his unit info; the deeper you can drill, the better (Ideally, if you can get down to the company level, it'll allow you to search out references to his unit to a pretty fine degree).

For the 82nd, a detailed acount is "All American All the Way". for the 101st, "Redezvus with Destiny". Those are good starting points with easily available works.

Don Fox

www.geneology.com offers access to their records with membership. I found my grandfather's WW I info, including a citation for bravery.

Thanks Gents,

I appreciate your suggestions!

Steve.