They joined other forces at Aitape and had a share in the bloody battle of the Driniumor River. The 43d took part in the battle of Antietam, went into camp at Sharpsburg, Md., where five new companies joined it in October, and was next actively engaged at Fredericksburg, after which it established winter quarters at Fal-mouth. 3, pages 255-257. The 43rd was allocated to the States of Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, and in each of the four states units were organized and federally recognized. The 43d drew a mean assignment in the invasion of Luzon. Shoulder patch: A khaki-bordered red Published by: The Army and Navy Publishing Co., Baton Rouge, La. In Rhode Island, the 43rd Division Artillery Headquarters, the 103rd Field Artillery (155th), the 118th Engineer Battalion (C) and the 43rd Signal Company plus elements of combat support units made up that states contribution. It was reorganized as a "triangular" division meaning that it had three infantry regiments, rather than four infantry regiments organized into two brigades. The organization's first colonel was J.L. 43rd Infantry Division Georgia, and Lillian Henderson. This served as the staging area for the next move to the Russell Islands, also in the Solomons. Personal Awards: MH-2; DSC-40; DSM-2; SS-736; LM-53; SM-51; BSM-2,496; AM-27. After training at Munda, the 43rd moved to Guadalcanal and thence to New Zealand for rest and rehabilitation. On 6 May 1945, the attack continued in the Bulacan area. Mansfield and Staff in here; 3rd Wisconsin; Col. Ruger wounded; 43rd N.Y. laying on the ground; 27. Describes camp life, difficulties of mobilizing large numbers of men, and duties as a medical officer. It mustered out November 30 and discharged at Camp Butler, Illinois, December 14, 1865. The Winged Victory Division, which was organized shortly after World War I, has many units which date back to the Revolution. Vigorous and intensive training took place for several months. Welcome to the 43rd Infantry Division Veterans Association Kamakura Ipo Dam - Luzon, PI - 1945 Founded September 1945 in Kumagaya, Japan while the Division performed occupation duties. Landing on D-day on January 9, 1945, at Lingayen Gulf, the 43ds mission was to take the left flank and secure the hill masses and road network in order to block off the strong Japanese forces in the mountains at Baguio. Silver Star: 987, Legion of Merit:90, Bronze Star: 2947, Purple Heart: 7610, Soldiers Medal:63, Air Medal: 31. The 85th Brigade consisted of the 102nd Infantry and the 169th Infantry Regiments, both in Connecticut. Pages 41 - 49, 43rd New York Infantry, Monument at Gettysburg, Captain William H. Gilfillan, Company A, 43rd New York Volunteer Infantry, Colonel John Wilson, Field & Staff, 43rd New York Volunteer Infantry, Major John Fryer, Field & Staff, 43rd New York Volunteer Infantry, Private Richard Henry Lawrence, Company A, 43rd New York Volunteer Infantry. The 43rd Infantry Division was a formation of the United States Army from 1920 to 1963, serving in the Pacific during World War II. 4th Regiment, Massachusetts Infantry Organized at Camp Joe Hooker, Lakeville, and mustered in September 23, 1862. Company A - many men from St Clair County - St Clair County web site - Roster, vol. The 85th Brigade was allocated entirely to Connecticut, and consisted of the 102nd and 169th Infantry Regiments. Russell Islands were occupied without opposition, 21 February, and training continued. There are 100 soldiers of the 43rd Infantry Division World War II still listed as missing in action. This event delayed the Divisions entrance into combat in the South Pacific area. The present battalion commander is Maj Arvel C. Stafford. Under enemy fire, the Division secured the beachhead and fought into the Lingayen Plain by 12 February. 3, pages 268-271. Reactivated early in 1941, the New Englanders have been almost constantly on the go ever since. 4th Regiment, Massachusetts Infantry (3 months, 1861) (Militia) Recruitment occurred at Camp Andrews, at Mount Vernon, Ohio, and the regiment mustered into service on February 7, 1862. Letters, April-May 1862. Company K - many men from St. Louis, Missouri - Roster, vol. From the rock-bound coasts of Maine to half the islands in the Pacific and to Japan itselfthat is the war record of New Englands 43d Division. Mountains, the 43d swung south against the Shimbu Line. With elements of the Army, Navy and Marines, the 43d, in late June of 1943, assaulted New Georgia, landing on Rendova Island. (Lt's letters, Sep 25, 1861 & Apr 29, 1862) In the battle of the Wilderness the total loss was 198 members, including 3 field officers killed or mortally wounded. On 6 May 1945, the attack continued in the Bulucan area. Ipo Dam was secured and enemy opposition smashed in the Ipo area, 19 May. Ipo Dam was secured and enemy opposition smashed in the Ipo area, 19 May. The division headquarters, 102d and 169th Infantry Regiments, and 963d Field Artillery and 192d Field Artillery were organized in Connecticut. (Sgt's last letter, Jul 12, 1864). The Division Headquarters, the 102nd and 169th Infantry Regiments with the 963rd Field Artillery (105th) and the 192nd Field Artillery (105th) with detachments of combat support were organized in Connecticut. its airfield, 5 August. The 43rd Infantry Division was constituted on 19 October 1920, with the division headquarters being organized and federally recognized in Hartford, Connecticut, on 21 March 1925. This regiment, Col. Francis L. Vinton, received its State designation September 18, 1861; was organized at Albany and there mustered in the service of the United States for three years in August and September, 1861. The original members not reenlisted were mustered out at Albany, Sept. 29, 1864, and 15 officers and 400 veterans and recruits remained in the field, in camp at Winchester. 43rd Division Artillery, 103rd Field Artillery, 43rd Division, 152nd Field Artillery Battalion, 43rd Division, 169th Field Artillery Battalion, 43rd Division, 192nd Field Artillery Battalion, 43rd Infantry Division, United States Army, World War 1939-1945, Regimental histories, Camp Shelby, Mississippi. It shared in the final assault April 2, 1865, in the battle of Sailor's creek, and was present at the surrender of Lee's Army at Appomattox. View some pictures of recent Exhibits. Division left Manila, 7 13 September, for occupation duty in Japan until it left for home. United States Army. For the first 30 days the 43d was in constant battle with the enemy. Scuba Certification; Private Scuba Lessons; Scuba Refresher for Certified Divers; Try Scuba Diving; Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) Advanced Training. The 43rd Division is known as the Winged Victory Division derived from the name of its longtime combat commander, MG Leonard F. Wing. The 86th Brigade was made up of the 172nd Infantry Regiment in Vermont and the 103rd Infantry in Maine. The 86th Brigade was made up of the 172nd Infantry Regiment in Vermont, and the 103rd Infantry Regiment in Maine. The 43rd Division was mobilized for federal service on 24 February 1941. After training at Munda, the 43d moved to Guadalcanal and thence to New Zealand for rest and rehabilitation. Pages 1 - 10 For more information on the history of this unit, see: Men often enlisted in a company recruited in the counties where they lived though not always. 3, pages 245-247. WorldCat FS Library Collection HATHI TRUST Digital Library HATHI TRUST; also on USGenWeb, 43rd Regiment, Georgia Infantry (Confederate), Companies in this Regiment with the Counties of Origin, Georgia, Civil War Service Records of Confederate Soldiers, 1861-1865, Georgia, Civil War Service Records of Union Soldiers, 1861-1865, Georgia, Confederate Home Records, 1901-1930, Beginning United States Civil War Research, The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System, FS Library book 921.73 A1 no. FS Library fiche 6118616 or film 1855026. ABMC Headquarters 2300 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 500 Arlington, VA 22201 Phone: 703-584-1501 The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors database lists 3,263 men on its roster for this unit. Koons, George H.Winey Collection Officers [ edit] Junius Daniel was elected colonel of this regiment in March 1862, but declined the appointment. On 19 July 1944, the Division assumed defensive positions at Aitape, engaged in patrols and Write by: . 69. It was there that the Japanese, in an effort to break through the encircling American forces, were slaughtered by the thousands as they attempted a crossing of the swift-flowing Driniumor. BSM-2,496 ; AM-27. Before winter set in, the division had The companies joining in October, 1862, were recruited at Albany. however, for in October 1945, the 43rd Infantry Division was deactivated at Camp Stoneman, California. But they were soon to long for this quiet invasion. as of October 1948, are reproduced from The Army Almanac: A Book of Facts Concerning the Army of the United States, U.S. Before sailing, the division scored highly in Exercise Southern Pine in North Carolina in the fall of 1951. and rehabilitation. First reunion held at Camp Dempsey, Niantic, Connecticut, September 1947 Constitution and By Laws Article III: Purpose While other assault divisions were moving south over comparatively flat terrain, and over highways, the New Englanders were deep in the hills. Unassigned Recruits - Roster, vol. [Nota Bene: These combat chronicles, current Ohio. Company B - many men from St Clair County - St Clair County web site - Roster, vol. The 169th Infantry reflagged as the 39th Infantry Regiment. Press of A.J. Mopping-up activities continued until 30 June 1945. Personal reminiscences of James A. Scrymser : in times of peace and war. The division staged for shipment overseas at Fort Ord, California on 6 September 1942 and departed San Francisco on 1 October. If you have any data on units and those who served we would be interested in adding it to our digital project-library; please Contact Us. The first ship arrived in San Francisco on 8 October 1945, three years and seven days after the first ship had left on 1 October 1942. One way we promote public education of military history is through our exhibits. 3, pages 272-273. reconnaissance at Tadji and along the Drinumor River, 25 July, and took the offensive, 8 August 1944, ending organized 169th infantry regiment 43rd infantry division 169th infantry regiment 43rd infantry division. The 68th Field Artillery was allocated to Maine, Rhode Island, and Connecticut and consisted of the 103rd and 152nd Regiments (75-mm.) At Wisconsin Historical Society archives. After a concentrated training period, the Division deployed to Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands in February 1943. First reunion held at Camp Dempsey, Niantic, Connecticut, September 1947. As part of the light brigade, 6th corps, it fought in the Chancellorsville campaign, losing 138 men at Salem Church, and 66 in the assault upon Marye's heights. Collection Call Number: 19552. In this reorganization, only the states of Connecticut, Vermont and Rhode Island were included in the makeup of the Division. After ending Japanese resistance in the Zambales Mountains with help from the Philippine Commonwealth Army and Philippine Constabulary, the 43rd swung south against the Shimbu Line. In June and early July 1943, the Division landed on Rendova and New Georgia Islands. Forty-third Infantry. Cols., Francis L. Vinton, Benjamin F. Baker, John Wilson, Charles A. Milliken; Lieut.-Cols., Charles H. Pierson, Benjamin F. Baker, John Wilson, John Fryer, James D. Visscher, Volkert V. Van Patten, Charles A. Milliken, William H. Terrell; Majs., Benjamin F. Baker, John Wilson, John Fryer, William Wallace, John L. Newman, Volkert V. Van Patten, Charles A. Milliken, Samuel Davidson, William Russell. The deserved reputation of the 43d as a crack fighting regiment is confirmed by Col. Fox, who names it one of the "three hundred fighting regiments. URI: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-OKLR/1.0/Use of this Item is not restricted by copyright and/or related rights. Awards: MH-2 ; DSC-40 ; DSM-2 ; SS-736 ; LM-53; SM-51 ; Their first mission as a unit was the invasion of the Russell Islands, and the men with the twang were disappointed when they took the islands without opposition. (Lt's letters, Apr 21-May 1, 1863) At New York State Historical Document Inventory at the State Archives in Albany. The 45th Infantry Division during World War II As Allied troops moved across Europe in a series of offensives against Nazi Germany, they found tens of thousands of concentration camp prisoners in deplorable conditions. members; Army & Navy Publishing Co., Baton Rouge 1, La. FAQ | Looking for more information from military/civilian At the time of Early's raid, the 6th corps was hurried to Washington and repulsed the enemy at Port Stevens, where Col. Visscher, and 5 enlisted men were killed and 29 wounded. Accessibility Statement, http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-OKLR/1.0/. On Dec. 5, the regiment returned to Petersburg and was posted near Fort Stedman. The three brigades of the Division were allocated so that the control could be centralized to the greatest extent. Ordered into federal service: 24 February 1941. Civil War Times. Abstract: A paper prepared and read by Engle, formerly of Co. A, 5th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment, before the Western Society of the Army of the Potomac at Chicago, September 26, 1894, describing the storming of Confederate-held Marye's Heights outside Fredericksburg on the road to Chancellorsville by the 5th Wisconsin, 6th Maine, and 43rd New York; illustrated with four half-tone prints. The 43rd Infantry Division landed in New Zealand on 23 October 1942. History of the 43rd Georgia 1900 Roster of Company E Company E, the Kellogg Rifles, was raised in Cumming in Forsyth County. [1] . 4th Regiment, Massachusetts Infantry (Militia) Organized at Boston May 27, 1862. October 11, 1864, the men entitled to be discharged were mustered out at Albany; the regiment, however, was continued in service, but, September 22d, consolidated into five companies, A, B, C, D and E; Company A being formed of Companies A and D; B of B and H; C of C and F; D of G and K, and E of E and I. The 43rd was allocated to the States of Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, and in each of the four states units were organized and federally recognized. - The purpose and objective of this association is to perpetuate I served with the 43rd Infantry Division during 1953-54, first with the 172nd Inf Batallion at Warner Kaserne and later with the Division Honor Guard at Flak Kaserne in Augsburg. Mustered out: June 27, 1865. 42nd Infantry Division "Rainbow" 43rd Infantry Division : 44th Infantry Division : 45th Infantry Division "Thunderbird" 46th Infantry Division [ 47th Infantry Division - Did not exist during WWII . Perry in the Battle of Mobile Bay, 1864; and ms. poem. 42nd Infantry Division - "The Rainbow Division" 43rd Infantry Division "Winged Victory Division" 44th Infantry Division 45th Infantry Division "Thunderbird" 63rd Infantry Division "Blood and fire" 65th Infantry Division - "The Battle-Axe Division" 66th Infantry Division -"Black Panther Division" The division relocated to Camp Shelby, Mississippi on 14 February 1942 and was officially re-designated as the 43rd Infantry Division on 19 February 1942. arrived at Espiritu Santo, 26 October. Harvey R. Gardner, Co. F, 148th Volunteers, 1862-64; book of memoirs, letters, and clippings concerning Civil War service of Major Nicholas J. DeGraff, 115th N.Y. : General Early's advance on the capital and the battle of Fort Stevens, July 11 and 12, 1864.." Records of the Columbia Historical Society, Washington, D.C.. 4 1901. Abstract: Letters to Case's wife and father written during his participation in General George B. McClellan's Peninsula Campaign, 1863, and particularly during the Battle of Williamsburg, May 5, 1862. On 15 June 1954, the 43d Infantry Division was released and returned to state control. 3, pages 271-272. The men were recruited in the counties of Marengo, Greene, Tuscaloosa, Walker, Jefferson, and Mobile. Vela Cela and Baanga were taken easily, but the Japanese resisted stubbornly on Arundel Island Kirby Smith, a nephew of Confederate General Kirby Smith. WmPrinceColl Battles and Casualties from Phisterer (spreadsheet), Civil War Newspaper Clippings Mopping-up activities continued until 30 June 1945. |N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z|, Missing In ActionSearch Alphabetically| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z |. Russell Islands were occupied without opposition, 21 February, and training continued. Culver, George -John Culver Collection The 43rd Division was allotted as the National Guard division for New England, replacing the 26th Division which became an all-Massachusetts outfit. Pages 11 - 20 The regiment lost during its service by death, killed in action, 10 officers, 73 enlisted men; of wounds received in action, 4 officers, 30 enlisted men; of disease and other causes, I officer, 126 enlisted men; total, 15 officers, 229 enlisted men; aggregate, 244; of whom 32 enlisted men died in the hands of the enemy. U.S. Route 7 is signed as the 43rd Infantry Division Memorial Highway between Norwalk and Danbury, CT. Capt William P. Sampson is the 43rd Div Artillery air officer. In addition, the 68th Field Artillery Brigade was based in Providence, Rhode Island. The 43rd Alabama Infantry was organized at Mobile, Alabama in April of 1862 and surrendered in April of 1865 at Appomattox Court House. This can include photographs, letters, articles and other non-book materials. On 9 January 1945, the 43d made an assault landing in the San Fabian area, Lingayen Gulf, Luzon. The 43d Infantry Division was inactivated on 1 May 1963 as a result of National Guard restructuring. One of the three-year regiments was the 43rd Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Watt. From Ft. Ord the Division embarked on ships for the South Pacific. Publication: History of the 43d Infantry Division: by unit 7 were here. the spirit, prestige, and memories of the 43d Infantry Division. 68-70. It was then reorganized as Headquarters Company, 43d Infantry Brigade and now organized as the Headquarters Company, 143d Regional Support Group. 43rd Regiment, Georgia Infantry (Confederate) Contents 1 Brief History 2 Companies in this Regiment with the Counties of Origin 3 Other Sources 4 References Brief History This regiment was organized at Big Shanty, Georgia, in April, 1862, contained men from Cherokee, Pickens, Cobb, Hall, Forsyth, Jefferson, and Jackson counties. Copyright, 2023, Sons Of Liberty Museum, Inc.,All Rights Reserved, Technician Fifth Grade Alfred J. Gauthier, Technician Fourth Grade Sebastian F. Santostefano. WW_REG_HIS 43rd Regiment, Alabama Infantry Overview: 43rd Infantry Regiment was organized at Mobile, Alabama, in May, 1862, and immediately moved to Tennessee. The objective here was to take the Munda Airfield on which the Japanese had started construction. Sons/Daughters Grandsons/Granddaughters Membership Application. The Battalion arrived in Bremerhaven, Germany on 31 Oct 1951. 43rd Inf Div Air Section : 1952 (Source: STARS & STRIPES, September 14, 1952) The 43rd Infantry Division air section is headed by Maj George G. Tillery, 43rd Division Air Officer. If, however, you know of a resource that is not listed below, please send an email [email protected] the name of the resource and where it is located. TWS is the largest online community of Veterans existing today and is a powerful Veteran locator. Sons/Daughters Grandsons/Granddaughters Membership Application. "The History of the 43rd Infantry Division" by Colonel Joseph E. Zimmer (Retired). The 86th Brigade was allocated to Maine and Vermont, and consisted of the 103rd Infantry (Maine) and the 172nd Infantry (Vermont). (The 192nd was originally stationed at Flint Kaserne, Bad Tlz, but later (late 1952 or early 1953) moved to O'Brien Kaserne, Schwabach.). The 172nd Infantry with the 206th Field Artillery (105th) with elements of other combat support units made up the Vermont allocation. On February 24, 1941 the Division entered Federal service for one year at the call of the President. . Landing at Aitape, the 43rd prevented the Japs from reinforcing their troops along the Drinimour River. July 18, 1862, the regiment was consolidated into five companies, A, B, C, D and E, the men of Company K going to Company A; those of F to B; of G to C; of I to D, and of H to E; and in October, 1862, five new companies joined, completing the reorganization of the regiment. Also, see Harald Spaeth's TOE 17-37N (1953) schematic. The Russell Islands were occupied without opposition, 21 February, and training continued. Crawford, James. Rendova served as the major staging point for the assault on the island of New Georgia. This is meant to be a comprehensive list. All rights reserved. February 27, 2023 endeavor air pilot contract No Comments . For his bravery, Captain Euart was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, the second highest medal for heroism authorized by the United States Army. However if you are unsure which company your ancestor was in, try the company recruited in his county first. Hartford 6, Conn., Brig. Russell Islands were occupied without opposition, 21 February, and training continued. Case, Meigs, Dr. Volunteers; enlistment roll, Co. K, 37th Artillery Regiment, 1863-69; and a photograph album of high officers at Camp Nelson, Va., Army of the Potomac.