Pops369 Posted January 2, 2013 Share #1 Posted January 2, 2013 Found this Grouping at a local auction. Captian Altus McReynolds, A.S.No. 0-445798 of the 101st 501PIR. KIA on D-Day. This grouping includes the following..... Jump Certificate from the 501st FDR Letter Newspaper articles Purple Heart w/Certificate Bronze Star w/Certificate Silver Star w/Certificate (All Medals have his name on the back) Good Conduct Medal American Defense Medal American Campaign Medal EAM Medal Victory Medal CIB DUE Expert Badge (Rifle and Carbine) Sharpshooter Badge (Submachine Gun) Yard photo of his group Any help with gaining information would be greating appreciated. Thanks in advance for you help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
History Man Posted January 2, 2013 Share #2 Posted January 2, 2013 Very nice group, could you post close ups when you can? I was able to find this citation for the SS online. Philip Altus F. McReynolds Awards and Citations Silver Star See more recipients of this award Awarded for actions during the World War II (UNCONFIRMED - Citation Needed): Altus F. McReynolds, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. General Orders: Headquarters, 101st Airborne Division, General Orders No. 21 (1944) Action Date: World War II Service: Army Division: 101st Airborne Division Also found this from the auction zip listing: McReynolds was a member of the "Band of Brothers" who courageously fought at the Battle of Normandy on D-Day, June 7, 1944, during WWII. It was here that Captain Altus F. McReynolds gave his life in a gallant and selfless act of valor. McReynolds, regimental adjutant, was placed in charge of 350 enemy prisoners just after their surrender. Intense military artillery by the enemy began to fall on the regimental command post, putting both the post's personnel and the prisoners' lives in jeopardy. Without hesitation or regard for his personal safety, McReynolds gallantly moved 350 prisoners across an enclosure. Immediately, this action led to an intense enemy artillery concentration, which would have created panic amongst the prisoners, as well as the opportunity for escape, had it not been for his display of coolness and aggression in keeping them moving. It was during this action that Captain Altus F. McReynolds was mortally wounded by a shell fragment. He died the next day, June 8, 1944, truly going out as a BRAVE and NOBLE hero!!! He was laid to rest at the Normandy American Cemetery in France! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops369 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share #3 Posted January 2, 2013 PIR Certificate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-o MSU Posted January 2, 2013 Share #4 Posted January 2, 2013 Pics of the medals would be great! Appears to be an amazing group from the tiny picture! Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops369 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share #5 Posted January 2, 2013 Purple Heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops369 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share #6 Posted January 2, 2013 Front of Purple Heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops369 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share #7 Posted January 2, 2013 Purple Heart Certificate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops369 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share #8 Posted January 2, 2013 Close up of group photo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops369 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share #9 Posted January 2, 2013 Sorry about the small picture from above. Hope you can see this one better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog34 Posted January 2, 2013 Share #10 Posted January 2, 2013 I think you hit the first real major jaw dropper of the year. Congrats. I'm not savy on airborne material but this is just an amazingly historic group and tremendous reminder of what was accomplished and more importantly sacrificed along that stretch of rural region of France. My great uncle landed with the 325th Glider Infantry at Normandy. Thanks for sharing this amazing group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarbridge Posted January 2, 2013 Share #11 Posted January 2, 2013 Kevin got that right.Everything I had hit floor.Only things I find at auctions are Mule hanes and used tupperware.That is one Humdinger of a grouping.Congrats,Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDK Posted January 2, 2013 Share #12 Posted January 2, 2013 Wow! What a group! Not sure what you paid, but it would probably pay for a pretty nice new vehicle! I sure wish my local auction houses had these kind of items!! JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-o MSU Posted January 2, 2013 Share #13 Posted January 2, 2013 Yeah this is an amazing amazing find Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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manayunkman Posted January 2, 2013 Share #18 Posted January 2, 2013 This is the type of grouping that falls into the category of "dream" grouping. An amazing find. Captain McReynolds has to be one of the most selfless people after Jesus Christ to lay down his life down while trying to protect his enemy. Who would I be if I had just a speck of this man's character in my life ? An incredible man. Thank you Captain and all those who were hurt by your passing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurt Barickman Posted January 2, 2013 Share #19 Posted January 2, 2013 Great group! That 501 PIR Document with Howard "Jumpy" Johnson's signature is extremely rare. Kurt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capa Posted January 2, 2013 Share #20 Posted January 2, 2013 Can't add anything to the above, except congratulations! That's museum quality right there and what a man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottplen Posted January 3, 2013 Share #21 Posted January 3, 2013 WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW !!!! Someone wake me up I think i am having a wet dream !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsmilitary Posted January 3, 2013 Share #22 Posted January 3, 2013 WOW AWESOME FIND!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops369 Posted January 3, 2013 Author Share #23 Posted January 3, 2013 Thanks to everyone for you comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ches-Gen-4 Posted January 3, 2013 Share #24 Posted January 3, 2013 An American Hero! Excellent grouping and documentation. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torch03 Posted January 3, 2013 Share #25 Posted January 3, 2013 AMAZING FIND!!! Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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