Seeking records of 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team

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I'm interested in finding any records relating to the 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team (consisting of the 517th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the 463rd Parachute Field Artillery Battalion and the 596th Parachute Engineer Company). I'm very interested in obtaining morning reports from the companies and the various General Orders for the regiment. Thanks for any help you may be able to provide!

Bart Hildreth · Answer

My father-in-law, Robert H. Newberry, was the commanding officer of E company. My wife and I would like to exchange information with all members of E company. We have his files and documents. Thank you.

Elliot Schneider · Answer

Mark,

Here is a roster I found for Dec 1944 in France for Company E, also note is listed under sergeants Here is also casualty listing for E Company for July-Aug 1944 Please see him near the bottom, NBC in description side is considered a Non-Battle Casualty(NBC), Return to Duty (RTD)

Also please see photo of your father 517 E Company he is at the bottom right sitting (Click on photo to enlarge)

Hope this helps,

Elliot Schneider

Andy Kreyche · Answer

Mark- Here is a folder that has a variety of items, including the diary. I was writing a script to combine footage from the interview with some voiceovers from his diaries, but I stalled on that project. That's in there too. Here is the link to his collection at the Library of Congress . Best Wishes, ~Andy

Andy Kreyche · Answer

Mark- I just came across your post. My uncle served in Company E and I did a bit of research into his service in advance of interviewing him for the Veterans History Project. If it's of any interest to you, he kept a diary during his time in the 517th. I gave the originals to the Library of Congress, so they are available there, but I also transcribed them as best as I could. I did a quick search of the pdf I made from the transcription but found no mention of your dad's name. If you are interested in reading the diary, I am happy to share it with you. My uncle is seated in the same row as your dad in the photo Elliot shared above, but at the other end. Your dad is second from the right, and my uncle (Eugene A. Kreyche) is second from the left. Best, ~Andy Kreyche

Elliot Schneider · Answer

Mark, If you are able to provide a name I have casualty reports for 517th E Company but cannot search without a name. Thanks, Elliot Schneider

Elliot Schneider · Answer

Kiliyan, Sorry for the late reply but here is some information on the individual you seek. It Looks like he was with the 504th PIR Svc Compay and was awarded the BSM and PH medals according to the document below.

Jason, National Archives · Answer

Dear Mr. Landreth, &#160; Thank you for posting your request on History Hub! &#160; We searched National Archives Catalog and located the World War II Operations Reports, 1940-1948 in the Records of the Adjutant General's Office, 1917-1985 (Record Group 407) that may include general orders of the 517th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the 463rd Parachute Field Artillery Battalion, and the 596th Parachute Engineer Company. For information about these records, please contact the National Archives at College Park - Textual Reference (RDT2) via email at archives2reference@nara.gov . &#160; Morning reports for Army units from November 1, 1912 to 1959 are in the custody of the National Archives at St. Louis (RL-SL). For access to these records, please contact RL-SL via email at stl.archives@nara.gov .&#160; &#160; Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and pursuant to guidance received from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), NARA has adjusted its normal operations to balance the need of completing its mission-critical work while also adhering to the recommended social distancing for the safety of NARA staff. As a result of this re-prioritization of activities, you may experience a delay in receiving an initial acknowledgement as well as a substantive response to your reference request from RDT2 and RL-SL. We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and patience. &#160; We hope this is helpful. Best of luck with your research! &#160;

Elliot Schneider · Answer

Mark,

Glad you enjoyed the picture. I had done research for someone a few years ago and had most of all 3 battalions.

Here is some additional items.

General Orders No 38 June 25, 1945 Award of Purple Heart

James Sutcliffe 32070056 PFC Co. H for wounds received 9 Nov. near ******France

Donald Boatright 34766593 Tec.fifth grade Co.G for wounds received in action 9 Sept. near********France

Dallas L. Long 35004076 Ist Sgt. Hq. Co. 3rd Bn.for wounds received in action 15 Aug near ********So. France

General Orders No. 37 2 June , 1945 Award of Purple Heart

Frank J. Dallas 33802173 Staff Sgt. Co.I for wounds received in action 27 Dec. 1944 Near ********Belgium

Landrum R Landreth 34652356 Tech Sgt. Co. Efor wounds received in action 21 Jan near *********Belgium

1955 Army Registers:

1968 Army Register:

1969 Army Registers:

Seeking records of 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team

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