Shame people don't appreciate / carry on their family medals. Not sure how these were acquired before me. Veteran Sgt John E. Repo from Duluth, Minneapolis. Served under Pattons Third Army as a combat engineer. MIA in Germany March 27 1945, reported KIA around July to family via telegram. Brought back to the states in 1947 for re-burial. Survived by his wife Edith Jennie Hyvonen (remarried June 7 1947) died Jan 6 2008. I did a bunch of research today and found newspaper articles, obituary, draft card. I requested more info on his service record so I can get his unit. Attached is a link to articles so I don't eat up server space https://imgur.com/a/gSNZ5aC I'm pretty sure the dog tag came back with his body in 47, its in rough shape. 

Unfortunately, these are the only pics I have. Can I get opinions please? Thanks

I try to bird dog stuff when I can. I get to them late as well.

His discharge paper only show him as receiving the EAME ribbon with 3 stars, American Defense Medal, and the Good Conduct Ribbon.  He actually earned the EAME with 5 stars, the ATO Medal, and the Silver Star.  As well as the Victory Medal and Army of Occupation Medal.  They were not on top of their paper work back then.  This really stinks.  He was also not eligible for the CIB because he was assigned to the 19th Field Artillery even though he was a Field Lineman working with the infantry.  Not only was he on the front line, when he earned his Silver Star he was in front of the front line.   Thanks Ken

What a great photo of your grandpa! And great story about how the knife and pistol made it home.  You should write down the story and keep with them, so the history isn't lost. Thanks for sharing,  Ken 

This is the smaller ones 8 lessons I think everyone with its own map as shown

I recently acquired this training manual from  Fort knox 1960's It seems to be about how to attack or defend in Germany It is very thick and has over 30 maps. This is not my area of expertise and I am sure I dont appreciate it as much as I should.  I am a reseller and wanted to get your input. I also have a smaller one.  It has 9 lessons and the maps are not as interesting as these. Any info will be greatly appreciated.   

Looks to me it's a written commendation that may or may not also involve a medal.......His records should indicate what awards he would have been entitled to receive.....I believe the Bronze Star to be the potential award....Bodes

Odd spelling mistake, can't find any of the engraved names as being associated with the B17 of the same name and that particular one is pretty well documented. However, it could be a temporary crew.