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T/Sgt. Sam Schneidman entered the service at the request of a board of his friends and neighbors in August, 1942. After a brief stay with the 212th A. F. A. Bn. he was transferred in November, 1942, to Artillery Command, making him one of the original members of, Division Artillery. As a stenographer in the Operations Section, Sam has carried a tremendous load on his shoulders and the exemplary manner in which he has performed his duties has earned for him the Bronze Star Medal. Sam, who is 24 years old and a civilian at heart, was alternately a student, salesman, and a stenographer and looks forward to returning to 110 W. 72 St. in New York City.
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Pfc. Gordon S. Schuster is the little man who, in his own inimitable way, is just about the biggest wit in the Battery. As he puts it, he staggered into the Army in April, 1942, at the request of his friends and neighbors. Prom that time until his transfer to Division Artillery in April, 1944, the Battery jester was in the 231st A. F. A. Bn. Despite his jokes, the 25-year-old Floridan has been a great help to the Mess Section, both by his work and his ways. Gordon is looking forward to going back to basking in the Florida sun and making and selling souvenirs to unwary tourists. His mail is addressed to Gen. Del. in Jacksonville.
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Cpl. Troy F. Sewell, the Henagar flash, first appeared in khaki in March, 1942. He is one of Division Artillery's old timers, having come to Artillery Command in September, 1943, by way of Division Service Company. When it comes to narrow escapes or seeing action, the 32-year-old Liaison Corporal need take his hat off to no one, having come through it all unscathed. Troy is anxious to continue to work for Uncle Sam, but at his old job as County Farm Supervisor for the Department of Agriculture. After he gets that all important paper he will have his mail addressed to Route 1, Henagar, Alabama.
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Tec. Sgt. Sidney T. Shores, the southern Gentleman from Georgia, is an old Army man, having enlisted in August, 1938. Before coming to the Artillery Command in December, 1942, he was attached to Battery C, 83rd F.A. Bn., at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Sid, the 27-year-old Chief of the Air Section, has done a marvelous job. Visiting the old homestead at RFD No. 2 in Rockmart is the thought foremost in his mind at present.
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S/Sgt. Joseph M. Souza, known to one and all as the Latin Lover, entered the Federal Service with the 2nd Bn., 101st F. A. Regiment in January, 1941, now known as the 212th A. F. A. Bn. As Survey Sergeant from the time he joined Division Artillery in April, 1944, Joe's work has been of the highest caliber, characterized by inspiring leadership under enemy fire, extraordinary technical ability, and his integrity in making quick decisions. These qualities have earned for him the Bronze Star Medal. On the last drive he served as an aerial observer aside from his other duties. Having quite a few years of service to his credit, he expects to return to 90 Belleville Road in New Bedford, Mass., shortly, and then embark on a political career.
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S/Sgt. Bobbie M. Stephenson is the man who bore the burden of responsibility for all wire communications. As Wire Chief, he displayed a great deal of initiative and courage and was a perfect example to the men in his section through all the difficulties under which they were forced to work. For his outstanding service and gallantry in action he has been awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Silver Star medal. Prior to his coming to Headquarters Battery in March, '44, he served in the 128th A. F. A. Bn., having entered the service in November, 1940. Bob, who is 24 years old and formerly a student at Maryville State Teachers' College, will be found at 3210 Linwood Blvd., Kansas City, Missouri.
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S/Sgt. Clarence D. Streeter has had a long length of service. In November, 1940, "C. D." signed up with the 128th F. A. Regiment, Missouri National Guard. When the 128th joined the 6th Armored Division as a battalion, "C. D." went with it. In England only the select were chosen to become members of a new organization to be called Headquarters and Headquarters Battery. "C. D.," because of his outstanding ability and soldier-lines, was selected from the field of three battalions. Both in combat and in garrison this soldier was a man among men. His home address is 227 S. Edisto, Columbia, South Carolina.
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T/4 Lester E. Streight, 25, was a member of the Missouri National Guard many years ago and started to serve his country in the ranks of the regulars in November, 1940. Les is a culinary expert in civilian life and followed this pattern when he became a soldier. A captured shot gun was his favorite weapon when in an engagement with the enemy. Streight, when not preparing victuals, found time to hunt deer and Jerries. The Booneville, Missouri, Chamber of Commerce is proud of its native son.
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T/4 George Sturgis, 25, was a resident of 127 Belt St., San Diego, California, and left from his home to join the 6th Armored Division. George has proven himself to be the most versatile man of the Battery. He has been a mechanic, a Liaison Corporal, a member of the Air Section, a Supply Sergeant, and a chef extraordinary. In each of these positions he has qualified himself as a master of the task placed before him.
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T/5 Conrad R. Surprenant is another Division Artillery original, having come to Artillery Command at its birth. "Soup" came into the Federal Service with the 2nd Bn., 101st F. A. Regt., in January, 1941. The Battalion later was changed to the 212th A. F. A. Battalion. He served with that unit until he was transferred to Artillery Command. The 23-year-old former student has done a fine job as a liaison driver, doing all the little details that go with that position. Before long, he expects to be back home at 77 Bullard St. in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
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