The story
In the aftermath of the Operation COBRA breakout, American forces were advancing rapidly into France.
The 28th Infantry Division moved out to catch up with and support this advance.
On 30 July it assisted Combat Command A of the 2nd Armored Division and the 29th Infantry Division in their successful defense of Villebaudon against German counterattacks.
The following day it assumed responsibility for its own sector of the front just north of Percy.
There's more to discover
You have arrived at just one small part of Back to Normandy — a personal project dedicated to preserving stories, images, music and memories of the Second World War.
Every record is a doorway to a larger story. Explore Back to Normandy to discover more, or visit Fred Vogels' personal website to learn about the person and the projects behind it.