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In today's edition of our World War II Daily newsletter, we explore January 26, a day significant for its military operations, diplomatic efforts, and human resilience during the war years. We aim to provide a concise yet informative overview, highlighting how strategic decisions, political dynamics, and personal endurance played pivotal roles on this date in the war's history. Join us as we delve into the key events of January 26, offering insights into their impact on World War II.
“Nice chap, no General.” – on first impressions of American General Dwight D. Eisenhower – British General Bernard Law Montgomery
Over There
1942: The first American troops arrived in the United Kingdom via Allied convoy AT10; the 3,900 troops of US 34th Division would set up camp in Northern Ireland.
Troops in the convoy
American Hero
1945: Despite being wounded, US Army 2nd Lieutenant Audie Murphy single-handedly repelled tank and infantry attacks on his unit's position at Colmar, France. The action earned Murphy America's highest award for bravery, the Medal of Honor. Beginning as a private and earning a battlefield commission, he finished the war as his country's most decorated soldier with 33 medals and was personally credited with killing 240 enemies. After the war, the baby-faced hero made a fortune as a B-movie film star before being killed in a plane crash in 1971, aged 46. After President John F Kennedy, his grave was the most visited plot in Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, United States.
His grave
Photo of the Day
Lieutenant Commander Dudley Morton and Lieutenant Richard O'Kane in the conning tower of USS Wahoo during an attack on a Japanese convoy off New Guinea, 26 Jan 1943
As we close this edition of our World War II Daily newsletter for January 26, we thank you for your dedication to exploring and understanding the complexities of this pivotal period in history. Our journey through today's events and stories from the war years aims to provide a comprehensive view of the significant moments and their lasting impact. We hope our insights have enriched your knowledge and appreciation of World War II. Join us again tomorrow as we continue to uncover the rich tapestry of this global conflict, bringing more stories and lessons to light. Until then, let's remember the importance of history in shaping our present and future.
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