The Horse Troop
David.Gettman February 9th, 2008
20 – 28 Nov 1944
Cpl. Bernard J. Beagarie, H&S Troop, 42d Squadron
“Hit the Leather and Ride.” This historic slogan was made alive and up to date for the 42d Cavalry Squadron by a memorable march on horseback by thirty gallant and intrepid Cavalrymen of the Squadron. Most of those concerned had made their closest acquaintance with horses by attending Saturday night showings of the Hollywood “horse operas”. The assembly point for the cavalcade was in front of the Squadron CP in the bomb and shell torn village of Coincourt (map 29a)(map OHW), France, the date was the 21st of November, 1944. Continue Reading »
