William was a forward observer for the 336th Field Artillery. He participated in the following campaigns: Ardennes: Rhineland and Central Europe. EAME Theatre ribbon with three medals: the Bronze Star, The Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart. His unit participated in the relief of Bastogne. The picture was taken in Plauen, Germany. Probably in June of 1945. That's my Jeep - 'Marie'- my wife's middle name. As of this date, May 30th, 2006, my wife and I have 7 children; 21 great grandchildren and 9 great-great-grandchildren. At present there are 55 in our family; we have our own reunions.