36th Infantry Division, 141st Infantry Regiment - Texas

"Remember the Alamo"

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The men of the 141st experienced
361 days of combat in World War II:

137 days in Italy
204 days in France
17 in Germany 
and 4 in Austria. 

They sustained

1,126 killed,

5,000 wounded,

and 

over 500 missing in action.

In recognition of their extended 
service and valor, despite significant casualties, members of the 141st garnered

31 Distinguished Service Crosses

492 Silver Stars

11 Soldiers's Medals

1,685 Bronze Stars

and numerous commendations and decorations


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