James "Maggie" Megellas, 82 Airborne Division in WWII (Full Interview)

Lt. Col. James "Maggie" Megellas, H Company, 3rd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division is a veteran of the Battle of the Bulge, a crucial fight on the Western Front of the Second World War. Maggie discusses his experience in combat during one of the coldest winters in the Ardennes region, including a battle at the Belgian town of Herresbach. Maggie's heroic actions at Herresbach would save the lives of many of his men and he would go on to win his second Silver Star. Megellas is the most decorated officer in the history of the 82nd Airborne Division. Recorded on November 7, 2014. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch more stories of service and sacrifice from our nation's heroes! Learn more about the American Veterans Center: http://www.americanveteranscenter.org/ Help us tell more heroes stories and preserve the legacy of our Veterans. Support our mission: https://bit.ly/2UmsEj7 Like us on Facebook:   / americanvete.  . Follow us on Twitter:   / avcupdate   Follow us on Instagram:   / americanvet.  . Subscribe to our podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/2980518

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