By Anonymous (C629501-A - 24.21.234.167) on Wednesday, June 27, 2001 - 11:22 pm:| By Anonymous (C629501-A - 24.21.234.167) on Wednesday, June 27, 2001 - 11:22 pm: |
Well, for those of you too young or too unconcerned with the rich history of our nation, I'll tell you what a Currahee is.
A Currahee - he was a man, a man of incredible courage and self-sacrifice - a man whose blood was shed on the battlefields of Europe during World War 2.
These men - they comprised an elite brotherhood called the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division.
The name 'Currahee' was derived from a hill of the same name in Georgia at Camp Toccoa, up which these soldiers would run during their training prior to being deployed to Europe in 1943. The run up the hill (actually a small mountain of sorts, Mount Currahee rose to 1000 feet above the surrounding landscape of the camp) was most enduring and proved to be a test of incredible mental capacity - one that invoked from each soldier the need to reach deep down into his soul to overcome the tendency to give up in the face of great physical pain . Those who would make it up the hill each run (numerous Currahee runs were made through the course of training) eventually earned the right to be called Airborne Paratroopers. Those that failed were dropped from the Airborne and placed into the leg infantry.
The men of this unit were told that 'Currahee' was an Indian word that meant "We stand alone", which was the way these paratroopers expected to fight. The phrase was to become the battle cry of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment.
What did these men do that earned them the name? They won the war against Germany. Most died in battle during the invasion of Normandy when they parachuted onto the Cotentin Peninsula to lead the way to Carentan, during Operation Market Garden in Holland, fighting valiantly to hold the perimeter at Bastogne, leading the counteroffensive in the Battle of the Bulge, or during the capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest at Berchtesgaden at the end of the war. Theirs is an account of men of a remarkable unit who fought, went hungry, froze, and died. Easy company, considered the creme de la creme of the 506th, itself suffered 150 percent casualties and considered the Purple Heart a badge of office.
These men, then, they were the true heroes of America - not Michael Jordan, not Dale Earnhardt, not Celine Dion, not NSYNC! Only in the blood shed to keep America and the world safe as we know it, free from oppressors and tyrants, do we find the true heroes of life; for they pay the ultimate price so that the rest of us can live free.
~Captain Timothy John Mallow, US Army (Ret)
| By Dennis B. Peavy on Thursday, August 30, 2001 - 02:49 am: |
This country was born in fire, blood & hardship. I believe that our grandfathers were the last generation to stand for what real freedom was all about-----My grandfather didn't
piss & moan and run to Canada-----He went to Germany and didn't come home until the threat was crushed beneath his filthy, worn out boot. He blead, cryed, and prayed all the while taking enemy lives for God and country. He returned to settle down to a good wife and a job that did little more than pay the bills. How did he feel about the Germans?--("AS a whole there're good folk.") He's gone now but certianly not forgotton.... He was and still is a REAL HERO in my book. I pray that God will continue to bless this country with coragious soules like his...
Please forgive my spelling-----I'm a worker, not a teacher.....................
| By Timothy G. Zarate on Thursday, August 30, 2001 - 02:33 pm: |
Since childhood I've been intrigued by the self scacrifce the soldiers of WWII endured. The Normanday invasion, for me, has exemplified the pure fear, horror, and carnage in the hell called war. And through all the pain and internal struggle the soldier moves forward.
Of all the books and movies I've viewed none have given me the vivid accounts from the real person as in the books from Steven Ambrose. I'm looking forward to the HBO series "Band of Brothers".
All Americans should watch the series and the High Schools should require it's viewing. We should all thank Steven Ambrose, Steven Spielburg, and Tom Hanks for not allowing the memory of WWII to slip from the conciousness of America.
Timothy G.Zarate
| By Bill DeMartini (Easycompany506) (139.177.224.100) on Thursday, January 30, 2003 - 02:20 pm: |
I have become a huge fan of Easy Company and the entire US Armed Forces of WWII after watching movies like SPR and now the Band of Brothers which is probably the best series/movie I have ever seen. I just watched all 10 episodes on DVD and then watched all the "makings" of the series and now I am watching the episodes again.
These guys were courageous super heroes. They faced things none of us will ever face. They did all of this in the name of freedom and the US of A.
It makes me proud to be an American to know what these guys did for the entire world.
Curahee! Hooah!
| By Marigold Papa (Marigold) (203.160.183.79) on Thursday, January 30, 2003 - 09:04 pm: |
Welcome Bill and enjoy the wonderful site! 
gold
| By Iines (Iines) (195.197.127.24) on Friday, January 31, 2003 - 09:15 am: |
Welcome Bill and Currahee!
Iines
| By Sergeant First Class Danny Autrey (Retiredarmy) (198.36.178.141) on Friday, January 31, 2003 - 11:36 am: |
Welcome Bill. You are now finding out what all true Patriots come to understand. That this great Republic is defended like men such as the ones in Easy Company. It is defended by Patriots who have a love of freedom, the Red, White & Blue. As a 20-year Army retiree, Vietnam combat vet, I also love these guys. My family is cluddered with military veterans. My family has been in wars for this country all the way back to the Civil War. The men of Easy were great, as were all the men who put their lives on the line in WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War and even today, in the Middle East. Hopefully, those leftist/liberal/socialists in this country who seek to destroy the Republic from within will not be heard and that the true voice of this country, the VOICE OF FREEDOM will be the one and only voice heard throughout this great land! Welcome. Currahee! Hooau!!
| By Bill DeMartini (Easycompany506) (139.177.224.100) on Friday, January 31, 2003 - 03:03 pm: |
Thanks Sgt. Autree. Hell yeah. My Dad was in Vietnam as well. When he was almost a Major after Nam he went civilian and was a GS-15 I think up until he retired just a month ago after 34 years. He worked at Fort MacPherson almost my whole life here in GA. He loves this country so much. I don't think anyone in my generation can understand the patriotism felt by the old world soldiers. But I try. His retirement ceremony was very moving to our whole family, the army really did it right.
He was nominated for the highest civilian medal the Army offers. I think its waiting on sign off from the Army Chief of Staff. Pretty cool stuff. He got so many great gifts including beautiful Civil War and WWII paintings and a statue of the lone soldier.
GO USA Curahee Hooah.
| By Leonie ten Cate (Lechan) (195.85.172.92) on Sunday, February 02, 2003 - 06:50 am: |
I'm sure all of the BoB fans have the same Motto;
Curahee.
The meaning of the word is beautifull because it's true. We do stand alone. And if we're lucky, like the guys of E-compange, We stand alone together.
| By Greg Picard (Ladiesmanjr_13) (66.130.166.104) on Sunday, February 02, 2003 - 03:07 pm: |
How old is Maj Winters???
| By Iines (Iines) (195.197.126.88) on Monday, February 03, 2003 - 09:33 am: |
Greg, he's 85
Iines
| By David Straberg (David666) (217.208.107.248) on Thursday, March 20, 2003 - 04:05 am: |
I got a letter from maj Winters a few days ago and one from Guranere to.
| By David Straberg (David666) (217.208.107.248) on Thursday, March 20, 2003 - 04:06 am: |
I got a letter from maj Winters a few days ago and one from Guranere to.
Any1 on this site that knows dick or any of the other e company men?
| By Graham Smith (Smith) (66.82.9.39) on Friday, April 04, 2003 - 07:11 pm: |
Hello guys, I just joined this forum, my name is Graham Smith and I have been watching B|of|B over and over and over again and I can't even imagine what the U.S. soldiers had to go through in WWII... let alone what Easy Co. and the 506th had to go through. It was a great series, one of the best I ever seen. I am a Civil War re-enactor and I'm starting to WWII re-enact soon... this is the closest I can get to being apart of History, but it's not even as close to what they really had to go through. I will be posting here more often. Bye
| By Marigold Papa (Marigold) (203.190.70.251) on Friday, April 04, 2003 - 08:51 pm: |
Hello Graham and welcome. It is nice to know that at such an age you have a strong interest in this topic. Looking forward to seeing you post more and good luck with your re-enacting! Enjoy!
gold
| By Graham Smith (Smith) (66.82.9.48) on Saturday, April 05, 2003 - 12:38 pm: |
Thnx for the welcome, and I have a VERY strong interest in WWII and our past G.I.'s and what they felt and did. Graham ~ 14 yrs.
| By Angela J Cogen (Angel) (67.120.74.148) on Saturday, June 07, 2003 - 04:50 pm: |
Hi, I just discovered this site, and am new to the e-world. I was fortunate to have served 13 years active duty as a U.S. Soldier before I had to get out due to illness; I never saw combat, for which I am profoundly grateful, as I happened to be in the Army during a time when there were no major conflicts. I do not know how I would have held up, but I hope I would have been able to try to follow the example of those who went before me. During my 13 years I was privileged to serve with many vets, and have stayed friends with as many as I could. Although I am female and small (5' 110lbs) I managed to achieve the Commandant's Trophy during training to advance from E-5 to E-6 (Primary Leadership Development Course). As part of that course, we participated in squad tactics and a 48-hour field problem. I feel I got to taste just a small bit of the hardships a soldier must endure, but no training can ever come close to combat. For D Day this year my husband and I are watching the Longest Day, Private Ryan and Band of Brothers. It makes me so proud that Easy Company really existed, that there were men who, not just once, but time and time again ran into battle eyes open beause it was the right thing to do. As I watched the Second Gulf War, live, I again felt so blessed to know people who have given up their comforts and suffered and endured for freedom, to do what is right. We mut not ever lose the lessons, and we must somehow teach all people everywhere that freedom is not free, but it is worth any price. SO I just want to say thank you to our vets, those who are serving now or will serve in the future, and for those involved in making movies, writing books, and otherwise documenting these events to keep the memory alive, so the lessons are not lost, the mistakes not repeated. I have never been so proud as when I heard Jessica was rescued and that she hadn't expected to make it, but was still displaying the best characteristics of a soldier. To me that means the spirit of soldiers like those of Easy Company still exists. God Bless Them All. Forever, Currahee!
angel
| By M. Williams (Marine) (205.188.208.106) on Saturday, June 07, 2003 - 05:09 pm: |
Angel,
I also am new to this board, only having made my first post today!
I am a former Marine, serving from 1985 until 1993, I fought in Panama, as well as Gulf 1. Those were but tiny conflicts compared to the battles the men of easy have seen. When I reflect on my experiences of those days it never fails to absolutly put my in awe of what these men endured, and accomplished.
May God Bless them, and all vets combat experienced and not, for they all have done this country an invaluable service. From one to another thank you for your 13 years service.
Mike
| By Marigold Papa (Marigold) (203.160.183.79) on Sunday, June 08, 2003 - 09:10 am: |
Wow! Welcome Angel and Mike. We're glad you found the site and thanks for sharing all those information about yourselves, most of all, thank you for having been in the service too
gold
| By Phillip Rubidge (Philengland) (213.48.202.49) on Thursday, June 12, 2003 - 02:52 pm: |
hello, my name is Phil i am 15 years old from Feltham in West London, England. Ever since the band of brothers series was first broadcasted here, i have been amazed by the story of easy company. I have all of them on video and always watch them. I am currently in the middle of reading stephen ambrose's book. This is an amazing site and have enjoyed looking at the pictures and reading the history of easy company.
phil
| By Phillip Rubidge (Philengland) (213.48.202.49) on Thursday, June 12, 2003 - 02:57 pm: |
hello, my name is Phil i am 15 years old from Feltham in West London, England. Ever since the band of brothers series was first broadcasted here, i have been amazed by the story of easy company. I have all of them on video and always watch them. I am currently in the middle of reading stephen ambrose's book. This is an amazing site and have enjoyed looking at the pictures and reading the history of easy company.
phil
| By Marigold Papa (Marigold) (203.160.183.79) on Friday, June 13, 2003 - 12:25 am: |
Hello Phil and welcome. It's nice to know BoB has touched many lives in different ages. You're going to love Ambrose's book so happy reading! Enjoy the site!!!
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| By Daniel Carlsson (Sgt_Carlsson) (81.224.155.35) on Thursday, June 26, 2003 - 03:40 am: |
Hi!!!
My namn is Daniel and I come from Sweden. I'm a big fan of BoB. I don't know how many times I have watch it now.
I just want to say the guys how fought in WWII is really heros. Now when I have watched BoB I really understand what the had to go through.
Excuse my english I hope you can read it.
/Sgt Carlsson
| By Marigold Papa (Marigold) (203.160.183.79) on Saturday, June 28, 2003 - 08:11 am: |
Welcome Sgt and your english is just fine! Most of us can't really remember how many times we've watched BoB! ;)
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| By Donald van den Bogert (Bogeyz) (213.84.187.190) on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 06:28 am: |
Hello all,
My name is Donald van den Bogert, from The Netherlands.
Have been posting here for a week although I knew and visited the website already a few times.
I have been into WW2 US Paratroopers research way before BoB was on TV, touring the former Battlefields like Normandy, Bastogne and the Market Garden area (from Nijmegen onto the Island).
During the years I have had the privilege to meet some of the US Para veterans from various Divisions and Regiments, including some Currahee's.
You can read about my kind of research on my website: http://www.band-of-brothers.nl/mainmenu.asp?lan=us
I hope we can all work together on this mutual field of interrest. We may all have our specific area of expertise: we all want the flame to keep on burning for coming generations !
Donald
Don@stiwot.nl
| By Marigold Papa (Marigold) (203.160.169.209) on Tuesday, January 27, 2004 - 06:47 am: |
hello Donald and welcome.
gold
| By Marigold Papa (Marigold) (203.160.169.209) on Tuesday, January 27, 2004 - 06:52 am: |
hello Donald and welcome.
gold
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