TO THE OFFICERS AND MEN OF THE
343RD FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION
You are the ones who made the history of the 343rd Field Artillery the magnificent account of a
truly wonderful organization. You are the ones who studied and worked in Camp Barkeley, the
Louisiana Maneuvers, on the Desert, and at Fort Dix to make this battalion a team that accomplished its
mission in every encounter against the enemy.
I am indeed proud to have been the Commanding Officer of such a loyal, courageous and
devoted group of Officers and Men. I shall never forget the superior manner in which you performed
your duties, regardless of the hardships you had to undergo, the sacrifices you made, and the dangers
you faced with courage and determination.
I regret that I am unable to take each and every one of you by the hand and thank you for your
wonderful cooperation and attention to duty. I hope the hardships and sacrifices you have made have not
been made in vain and that your future life will be filled with peace and happiness.
D. KENNETH REIMERS, Lt. Col. F.A.
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