The Spearhead Division in WWII

WWII was a war for freedom from tyranny that encompassed the entire globe. It literally turned innocent young American boys into men. Those that survived would never forget the horror. Those that were casualties would be heroes, many forgotten and buried in foreign soil. This is a story of courage, faith, honor, perseverance, and the love of freedom and liberty for all. Most of all, this is a testimony of good conquering evil.

Col. Oliver William Brackman, Jr. (posthumously) maintained a comprehensive journal from the day he was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in 1941 at the age of 22. During the years 1941-1945, he wrote many detailed letters to his parents and sister, describing his experiences, some sad, some humorous. As an intelligence officer he had to self-censor himself as part of his duty. There were many details that he could not write about, and even after the war he could not speak of due to the classified nature of his service. In 1996-1997, his daughter Edith Nadine Brackman, (co-author) discovered the journals, photos, and other materials in two rusty footlockers. Recognizing the significance of rare photos, the documentation of battles, and the liberation of concentration camps, Ms. Brackman began transcribing this history. In doing so, she discovered “her father”, the hero before she was born.