The lecture of Breakout from the Hedgerows – A Lesson in American Ingenuity, is presented by the 102nd Cavalry Regiment association – The Essex Troop.
The lecture will highlight the Allied invasion of the European Continent on 6 June 1944 and will out line the efforts of the Allies to push inland. As the Allies found the French countryside was nearly impassable, until a young sergeant from New Jersey came up with an idea.
The center of the lecture/story is the little-known involvement of American soldiers, especially those soldiers from New Jersey, that were an important part of the Allies breakout from Normandy. After years of research and combining Regimental folklore, we are able to present an interesting and patriotic story of the Boys from Jersey.
Biography
Walter J. Hill – is a retired Sergeant First Class with 28 years of service in the U.S. Marines and U.S. Army. Having served in several overseas assignments while working in many different capacities. The majority of Sergeant Hill’s service was in the Armor Crewman (Tanks) career field, while attaining the much-respected career designation as a Master Gunner. Sergeant Hill now enjoys retirement, writing and painting landscapes for friends and family. Walter currently is the President of the 102nd Cavalry Regiment Association – The Essex Troop
Alexander Jeyschune – retired from the Army after many years of service. His service includes armor company commander and various staff positions at the battalion level. He has also enjoyed a long business career working with various major companies in the diverse field of communications. Alex is currently retired enjoying his life between New Jersey and New Hampshire visiting his grandchildren. Alex currently is the Senior Trustee for the 102nd Cavalry Regiment Association – The Essex Troop.
Registration is requested at www.mopl.org.
This program is geared towards adults.
