Interview with Edward R. Kuehn, WWII veteran. CCSU Veterans History Project.

Interview conducted by Jim Lyko. Edward R. Kuehn began his military career in the 122nd horse cavalry of the National Guard. When he began college at UCONN, he joined the ROTC. In 1941, after graduation from college, he was ordered to report for active service, seven months before the attack on Pearl Harbor. As a result, his unit, the 1st Infantry Division, 18th Infantry Regiment, was the first combat unit sent to Europe. They landed first in Scotland and then later on moved to England. The division's first battle was in Northern Africa, where Kuehn was sent to Oran and Arzeu. From there they prepared for the invasion of Sicily. During the interview Kuehn describes the battles and provides other anecdotes including stories about General Eisenhower and General Patton. Kuehn was wounded during combat in Italy, and was transferred to over 11 hospitals before reaching the United States again. He then became company commander of a post at Fort Bragg before his discharge in 1945. After his discharge he went to UCONN law school, and worked as a trial attorney and estate lawyer before his retirement.

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[Munchierox17]

Thanks for the service, and remember that you are part of the reason our country is free.

[dovermail]

Mr. Kuehn, thank you for your service to my country. Bless you.

[sugarpienorman]

Thank you Sir for all you have done. It was an honor to see your interview.

[It9LpBFS37]

this guy is king !

[ZEEMADMAN]

Thanks For Your Service. I Respect what You did & I know exactly what it's like to lose those who Served with You. I have also seen the Medals Game & You should know it continues even today. Anyone who receives a Medal probably has been cheated out of five more by some Desk Bound Warrior! I doubt that it will ever be changed.

[greatsantini7]

thanks for serving