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Memorial 83d-4th and 5th U.S Infantry Divisions

The text on the stone is as follows:
In Gratitude to the valiant soldiers of the
83d-4th and 5th U.S Inf.divs.
Who liberated the city of Echternach,
Oct.-Dec.1944 and to the 76th Inf.div.
Who crossed the river Sauer here on Feb.-7-1945
Ending the Nazi oppression of our country

The citizens of Echternach

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Source

  • Text: Nico van Hullebusch
  • Photos: Nico van Hullebusch (1,2) & Yvonne Tepen (3)