Record of events: Bn reinforced by fire by 957th FA Bn (155 Howitzer) delivering fire throughout day on enemy lines and installations in support of attack launched by 331st Inf at 0445. Preparatory barrage laid down fr 0435 - 0445. Heavy mortar and MG fire held up advance of attack throughout day. No appreciable gains made. Bn in VII Corps Sector. Weather: Warm, partly cloudy. Health of troops good. Morale excellent. Battle casualties during period: 1st Lt Edward J Tetlak, )-1166630, FA, Btry B (SWA), Tec 5. George W. Store, 31248994, Btr A, (LWA), awarded Purple Heart no 273888 by Bn Surgeon. Pfc Michael (NMI) Fitch, 33439649, Btry A (LWA), Pvt Kelso T. Thatcher 36749971, Hq Btry (SWA)