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    Rainbow Division WWII Veteran tells war stories to the latest generation [Image 2 of 2]

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    Rainbow Division WWII Veteran tells war stories to the latest generation

    ALBANY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES

    12.02.2022

    Photo by Maj. Jean Kratzer 

    Headquarters, 42nd Infantry Division

    **Courtesy photo** Lockered "Bud" Gahs, from Perry Hall, Maryland, who served as a private in the 42nd Infantry Division's 222nd Infantry Regiment, shared his memories of World War II on Dec. 2, 2022, at the Hilton Hotel in Albany, New York. Bud shared his combat stories with 300 New York Army National Guard Soldiers currently serving in the Division's headquarters for the unit's annual dining out.

    Standing with Bud is five former Commanding Generals (CG) of the 42nd Infantry Division and the current CG (far left) Maj. Gen. Thomas Spencer. From left to right, Maj. Gen. Thomas Spencer, Brig. Gen. Paul Genereux, Maj. Gen. Harry Miller, Bud Gahs, Maj. Gen.Thomas Kinley, Maj. Gen. Steve Wickstrom, and Mag. Gen. Steve Ferrari.

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    Date Taken: 12.02.2022
    Date Posted: 12.07.2022 15:49
    Photo ID: 7545310
    VIRIN: 221202-A-CQ136-808
    Resolution: 1896x1536
    Size: 484.66 KB
    Location: ALBANY, NEW YORK, US

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