Army food conservation orders and veteran roll call items
In cooperation with President Truman the Defense Secretary ordered the Army Navy and Air Force to adjust menus to reduce waste and maximize plentiful foods. General Devers emphasized the Food Service Program with supervision in dining halls to prevent edible food waste. Oklahoma exceeded its National Guard recruitment quota with 1 812 men, including 1 056 on National Guard Day. The Croix de Guerre with palm was awarded to the 933rd Field Artillery Battalion for Alsace campaign efforts. General Runs tedt retired after over 80 years in service. The 12th Army Group under General Bradley became the largest field command, leading over a million soldiers across France Germany and beyond. Veterans of the Sixth Armored Division from Feb 5 1942 to May 8 1945 are invited to join the Sixth Armored Pavi son Association via Fort Knox Kentucky.
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