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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Remains of World War II soldier missing in action identified, to be buried in Dayton
The remains of a World War II soldier from Ohio who was missing in action have been identified. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] U.S. Army Pvt. James G. Loterbaugh of Roseville, Ohio, killed in World War II, was accounted for on Sept. 20, 2024. TRENDING STORIES: 'We've lost everything;' Families comb through destruction after 4 houses catch fire Chance to see northern lights returns to the Miami Valley $207 million Powerball jackpot won; Here are the winning numbers Loterbaugh was born on March 25, 1909 Hocking, Athens, Ohio, and was killed in service to his country on Dec. 11, 1944, in Germany's Hürtgen Forest, according to his obituary. In January of 1944, Loterbaugh joined the Army and served in Company C, 774th Tank Battalion, during World War II. In December 1944, he was a crewmember on an M4 Sherman tank. On Dec. 11, his platoon was separated from the rest of the company during a battle near Strauss. Germany in the Hürtgen Forest. By midday, the entire platoon, including Loterbaugh's tank, was reported missing in action, according to his Obituary. He was not reported as a prisoner of war, and Army personnel who searched the battlefield found no leads regarding his fate. An presumptive finding of death was issued by the War Department in December 1945. On Sept. 20, 2024, Loterbaugh was identified by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) using DNA and anthropological analysis and accounted for. His name is inscribed on the Walls of the Missing at the Netherlands American Cemetery, along with others still unaccounted for from World War II. A rosette will be placed next to his name now that he has been accounted for. A public visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at Routsong Funeral Home located on E Stroop Rd in Kettering. Loterbaugh will receive full military honors and be buried at Dayton National Cemetery on June 3, 2025. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
WWII soldier returned home 80 years later; public services soon
Previous coverage of scouts planting Memorial Day Ceremony flags. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – A soldier who has been listed as Missing in Action for over 80 years will finally be laid to rest here in Dayton soon. WWII U.S. Army Pvt. James G. Loterbaugh, from Hocking (Athens), was M.I.A. since Dec. 1944. According to the VFW Department of Ohio, Loterbaugh's remains have been recovered, identified and returned to his family. A motorcade escort took him from Dayton International Airport to Routsong Funeral Home. 'Welcome home, Pvt. Loterbaugh. God bless,' wrote the VFW Department of Ohio. In the war, Loterbaugh served in Company C, the 774th Tank Battalion. In Dec. 1944, he was a crewmate on a M4 Sherman tank. On Dec. 11 his platoon became separated from the rest of the company during a battle in the Hürtgen Forest (Strass, Germany). By noon, the entire platoon was reported as Missing in Action. The Germans did not report Loterbaugh as a P.O.W. The following year, the War Department issued a presumptive finding of death. Loterbaugh was identified by DPAA from DNA and anthropological analysis. He was accounted for on Sept. 20, 2024. His name on the Walls of the Missing at the Netherlands American Cemetery will now have a rosette to show he has been found. His public services will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at Routsong Funeral Home. (2100 E. Stroop Rd., Kettering.) A private, family-only service will be held on June 3. Loterbaugh will receive full military rites and burial at Dayton National Cemetery. To read Private James G. Loterbaugh's obituary, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Record
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
'One of the greatest war films of all time' now on Amazon Prime
'Fury' recently left Netflix after spending a number of years on the streaming platform 'Fury', known for its raw portrayal of the mechanised savagery of combat and its stellar cast, has recently left the Netflix roster but remains accessible on Amazon Prime Video. The movie plunges audiences into the tension-filled world of tank warfare in World War II, following an experienced US tank crew as they maneuver through the devastating terrain of Nazi Germany in 1945's dying days. The film is directed by the notable David Ayer and features Brad Pitt in a commanding role as Staff Sergeant Don "Wardaddy" Collier, with strong support from Logan Lerman, Shia LaBeouf, Michael Peña, and Jon Bernthal. Under Wardaddy's tough command, his squad endures not only physical dangers but also the immense psychological toll of warfare. 'Fury' delves deep into the close-knit relationships forged on the front lines, depicting both the brutal reality of conflict and the resilience of the human spirit amidst chaos, reports the Express. A significant element of the film's realism stems from the 'Fury' itself, an M4 Sherman tank, and the on-screen use of an actual, operational Tiger 1 tank. The authenticity extends to the actors' experiences, having undergone an intensive boot camp conducted by Navy SEALs, which aimed to replicate the challenges of being encased within a tank. In reflecting on the harsh preparation, Brad Pitt described the intensity, saying: "Set up to break us down, to keep us cold, to keep us exhausted, to make us miserable, to keep us wet, make us eat cold food". "And if our stuff wasn't together we had to pay for it with physical forfeits. We're up at five in the morning, we're doing night watches on the hour". Director Ayer was known for pushing his cast to their limits, even encouraging physical altercations to build tension. This approach resulted in actors sporting black eyes and bloody noses. "I am ruthless as a director", he said. "I will do whatever I think is necessary to get what I want". Despite not being a major contender during awards season, Fury received acclaim for its performances and authenticity upon release. It's now regarded by some as one of the most realistic modern portrayals of tank warfare on screen. "The battles are chaotic and terrifying, and the film doesn't shy away from showing how brutal war is. The tank scenes are some of the most intense I've ever seen in a movie-you feel the claustrophobia inside the tank and the constant danger outside. It's loud, dirty, and unrelenting, which makes it all feel so real", one review on Rotten Tomatoes reads. "With a strong cast and intense storytelling, it's a powerful reminder of the kind of character-driven war movies we rarely see anymore", another fan penned. "One of the best movies of all time. It will make you laugh, cry, angry... truly captivating and amazing", wrote another.
NZ Herald
05-05-2025
- General
- NZ Herald
Prince George's unexpected appearance offers glimpse of a King in training
'You know, it's very important you are here today,' Alfred Littlefield, a 101-year-old D-Day veteran, told him. 'It's days like this that we should use to talk about things like this, so the younger generation can have some understanding. There aren't many of us left.' Turning to Prince William, Littlefield added: 'You should be very proud'. Prince George's appearance at the Buckingham Palace event was not expected. The King, the Queen, the Prince and Princess of Wales, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, the Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence and the Duke of Kent were on the list to be there, along with the Prime Minister, the leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch, and a contingent of World War II veterans looked after by the Royal British Legion. After Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis joined the Royal family to watch the military procession in front of the Palace, it was expected that the children would retire for the day. But Prince George, his father said, was 'very keen' to hear more. 'What was it like when you were coming in?', he asked Littlefield, who swam onto a beach during the Normandy landings under heavy shelling. 'Pretty awful,' came the reply. The Princess of Wales introduced him to 99-year-old Charles Auborn, a gunner in the 90th City of London Regiment, saying: 'This is my son George, I was telling you about'. Auborn showed him photographs of the M4 Sherman tanks he operated during the war, with George asking: 'Were they hard to operate? It must have been very tough with the weather'. Dougie Hyde, 99, who joined the Merchant Navy in 1944 aged 18, said afterwards that the Prince — who had asked him if he had ever been shot at or saw a U-boat — was 'very polite and listened with interest'. Laughing, the Princess told one veteran that her son — who likely has a future in the Armed Forces — would 'have to practise his shooting like you'. The event was a small but significant step for the schoolboy Prince, with rare words in front of the cameras and an even rarer appearance outside the full family unit. While the public is used to seeing the young Princes and Princess together at family events — Sandringham, carol concerts and the occasional special engagement — this was the first sign of the first-born Wales at centre stage. Chaperoned closely by his parents, and heard to ask 'Papa' questions throughout the day, the Prince seemed to take it in his stride. Not since the late Queen Elizabeth II was alive have three generations of the Royal family worked together at such an event — the King, his heir, and his heir's heir. It underlined the Royal family's commitment to the Armed Forces, and the thread of continuity they can provide. With the late Queen and Prince Philip gone, the family's first-person experience of World War II service has faded. Their descendants are now determined to keep the nation's memories alive. Prince William, who has fiercely guarded his children's right to privacy and normality, gave the best insight into why this, above all others, was the moment for Prince George to join him. It was 'very important', he told veterans, for his son and all of the 'next generation' to hear their stories.
Telegraph
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Telegraph
Prince George's unexpected Palace appearance offers glimpse of a King in training
He is a future King and future Head of the Armed Forces. He is also 11 years old. On VE Day, under the guiding hand of his parents, Prince George took his next step towards his future life of duty with a carefully-crafted appearance designed for him to listen and learn. The Prince took part in his most significant official royal engagement to date, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of war in Europe, proving himself to be a curious student and an able host at a tea party for Second World War veterans. No stranger to the public eye, having been on the front pages of newspapers and leading television bulletins around the world since his birth, Prince George nevertheless took a notable step in honour of the remaining few serving men and women who remember how their war ended in 1945. 'You know, it's very important you are here today,' Alfred Littlefield, a 101-year-old D-Day veteran, told him. 'It's days like this that we should use to talk about things like this, so the younger generation can have some understanding. There aren't many of us left.' Turning to Prince William, Mr Littlefield added: 'You should be very proud.' Prince George's appearance at the Buckingham Palace event was not expected. The King, the Queen, the Prince and Princess of Wales, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, the Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence and the Duke of Kent were on the list to be there, along with the Prime Minister, the leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch, and a contingent of Second World War veterans looked after by the Royal British Legion. After Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis joined the Royal family to watch the military procession in front of the Palace, it was expected that the children would retire for the day. But Prince George, his father said, was 'very keen' to hear more. 'What was it like when you were coming in?', he asked Mr Littlefield, who swam onto a beach during the Normandy landings under heavy shelling. 'Pretty awful,' came the reply. The Princess of Wales introduced him to 99-year-old Charles Auborn, a gunner in the 90th City of London Regiment, saying: 'This is my son George, I was telling you about.' Mr Auborn showed him photographs of the M4 Sherman tanks he operated during the war, with George asking: 'Were they hard to operate? It must have been very tough with the weather.' Dougie Hyde, 99, who joined the Merchant Navy in 1944 aged 18, said afterwards that the Prince – who had asked him if he had ever been shot at or saw a U-boat – was 'very polite and listened with interest'. Laughing, the Princess told one veteran that her son – who likely has a future in the Armed Forces – would 'have to practice his shooting like you'. The event was a small but significant step for the schoolboy Prince, with rare words in front of the cameras and an even rarer appearance outside the full family unit. While the public is used to seeing the young Princes and Princess together at family events – Sandringham, carol concerts and the occasional special engagement – this was the first sign of the first-born Wales at centre stage. Chaperoned closely by his parents, and heard to ask 'Papa' questions throughout the day, the Prince seemed to take it in his stride. Not since the late Queen Elizabeth II was alive have three generations of the Royal family worked together at such an event – the King, his heir, and his heir's heir. It underlined the Royal family's commitment to the Armed Forces, and the thread of continuity they can provide. With the late Queen and Prince Philip gone, the family's first-person experience of Second World War service has faded. Their descendants are now determined to keep the nation's memories alive. Prince William, who has fiercely guarded his children's right to privacy and normality, gave the best insight into why this, above all others, was the moment for Prince George to join him. It was 'very important', he told veterans, for his son and all of the 'next generation' to hear their stories.
