Memories


The story of the 89th Division is best told by the veterans themselves, through personal
stories and unit histories.

History of the 602nd Tank Destoyer Battalion

History of the 354th Infantry Regiment in Europe 1945

Recollections of a World War II Infantryman

Company "I" 355th Infantry - A History of Events


ASTP/Air Cadets History:
The 89th was one of the best educated divisions in WWII, since many of its members came from the Army's college training programs. Click the link above to read about the ASTP AT OSC: The Army Specialized Training Program as conducted in Oregon State College.
Personal Stories of the ASTP:
89th Veterans relate their experiences in college programs before joining the Division.
Personal Stories:
Stories written by veterans of the 89th, including training, combat and post-war experiences.
Liberation Stories:
The 89th liberated many victims of Nazi Germany, including the concentration camp Ohrdruf. These are the veterans stories of liberation and their experiences at the camp.
Unit Histories:
The 89th liberated many victims of Nazi Germany, including the concentration camp Ohrdruf. These are the veterans stories of liberation and their experiences at the camp.