Posted on Dec 26, 2022

This Day in History: Melvin Biddle at the Battle of the Bulge

MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.

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This Day in History: Melvin Biddle at the Battle of the Bulge

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CPL Douglas Chrysler

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It's this kind of American ingenuity and determination that will always win wars. RIP

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MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.

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Amen.

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MSgt Dee Ann P.

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Thank you for sharing this story. We’ve been to Belgium, and walked in some of the same places these heroes walked and fought. Every story tugs at my heart. I have so much RESPECT and gratitude for these heroes.

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MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.

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#metoo

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MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.

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Pfc. Melvin Biddle of the 517th PIR takes out the first of five German positions near Hotten, Belgium, on his way to earning the MoH during the Battle of the Bulge.

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SFC David Reid, M.S, PHR, SHRM-CP, DTM

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He was a truly a hero and patriot! May he rest in peace!

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