Wreath Laying at VBOB Memorial Front (L-R) George Watson, 87th Infantry Division; David Bailey, 106th Infantry Division; John McAuliffe, 87th Infantry Division Back(L-R) Luxembourg Ambassador Jean Paul Senninger; Belgium Ambassador Jan Matthysen
Battle of the Bulge veterans, families and friends convened in Washington DC from December 13-16, 2010 to commemorate the 66th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. Activities during the four-day event, which was sponsored by the Battle of the Bulge Historical Foundation, included a concert at the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Air and Space Museum; Belgium Ambassador’s residence for dinner; Holocaust Museum; and Wreath-laying ceremonies at the World War II Memorial and Arlington Cemetery.
Many thanks to John and MaryAnn Bowen, Phyllis and Marty Feldman and Mike McLaughlin for their untiring efforts.
And a special thank you to the 34 veterans who attended. It is such a privilege to be in your company.
The following photos were taken during the memorable event.
Bill Leunig, 285th Engineer Combat Battalion places his photo on the Christmas Tree.West Point Alumni Glee Club Performed at our BanquetBelgian Royal Band of Guides paying tribute at the WWII Memorial.Attendees having a good timeWreath Laying at the “Tomb of The Unknowns” L-R Bill Bearisto, 28th Infantry Division; Al Sussman, 106th Infantry Division; Robert Schneider, 11th Armored Division and Arlington Guard.Christmas Tree in Hospitality RoomArthur Loukas, 83rd Infantry Division and Lou Cunningham 106th Infantry Division – Well, Lou, 66 years later and it is still snowing. Yeah but nobody is shooting at us!Band of Angels Dorothy Barre, 16th General Hospital and Hope Kirkendall, 16th General Hospital at the Belgian Ambassador’s Residence
