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Historical  Documents

Here you can find various tools to help in your research of the 81st Infantry Division

81st Infantry Division Book
 

This book was compiled at the end of the war by Major General Paul J. Mueller. 

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81st Infantry Division General Orders

WWII General Orders were official directives issued by military command that outlined regulations and specific instruction. They also document the exceptionally meritorious conduct of individual WWII soldiers. 

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Morning Reports

Coming soon.

There are a ton of files to go through, edit, and upload.

 

Hopefully I will have this section updated by the end of the year. 

Operational Reports

WWII Operational Reports were critical documents used by military units to detail their ongoing activities, strategies, and outcome during a campaign. These reports were typically compiled to include information such as troop movements, combat engagements, logistical status, intelligence on enemy actions, and overall mission progress. Their purpose was to provide higher command with a clear and timely understanding of battlefield conditions, helping inform decisions and adapt strategies in real time. Operational reports also served as historical records. Today, they are invaluable resources for historians. 

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Regimental Histories

Coming Soon!

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Highlights in The History of the 81st Infantry Division

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Maps

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Newspapers

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Rosters

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The Fighting Wildcat March

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81st Infantry Division Language Booklet

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