Six World War II Easy Company paratroopers drew big crowd

The Band of Brothers got a rock star reception at the Strategic Air and Space Museum during a fundraiser. 6 paratroopers whose World War II combat was made famous by "Band of Brothers" -miniseries were greeted by a 5-minute ovation as they took the stage. History buffs stood in long lines holding WW2 books, photos and DVD sets to get autographs. The main event took place as the real men of Easy Company gathered onstage to answer questions about their service with the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment. Don Malarkey told about the hard physical training they went through at Camp Toccoa, Ga. Forced marches and 3 1/2 mile runs to the peak of Currahee Mountain were routine.

Famous paratroopers draw big crowd

 

Nice article. Thanks!

 

I think it surprises them more than anything. Forrest Guth the last time I saw him gets a little misty eyed by the size of the crowd just for autographs and to hear him talk. God bless them all. They have sure seen enough to deserve all the respect in the world.