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Last reply: Jul 1st, 2008 by Frank Towers
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Louis Bozzay, my uncle, was in the 30th Infantry, 120th Regiment. He was killed near St. Lo on July 28, 1944. He was a "bazooka" man. I am looking for anyone who may have known him. I have a photograph of him with a group of fellow soldiers. I think it was taken in the UK, before he went to France. If you'd like to see it, please email me. Sandy
Dear Sandy,
Although I've read many reports and accounts of the 120th Regiment in Normandy, I'm sorry to say, I do not recognize your uncles name. Do you know which Company he was attached to?
If you are interested in the combat experiences in which your uncle was very likely involved during the weeks leading up to the St. Lo battle, you might like to read the memoirs of my father, who was with the 120th as company commander of K Company during this time. Look for his story #212, Capt. Marvin Smith, at this website: http://www.normandy1944.info/
Another informative account of the 30th Inf. Div at St. Lo can be found in "The Americans at Normandy" by John C McManus, available at most bookstores and online media sources. Your uncles sacrifice should be honored by every American - Keep seeking his legacy and never forget that he died to free the world when mankind desperately needed his countries help.
Gratefully Yours, Mark A. Smith
Hello Sandy:No doubt you will learn a lot if you will read the 120th Regimental History. See m y website: www.30thinfantry.org and go to "Gift Shop" and scroll down to Unit Histories. IOf I can assist you further, pleaase contact me at: towersfw@windstream.net
Frank W. Towers; President, Historian & Editor; 30th Inf. Div. Veterans of WWII