Database 83rd Infantry Division

Morning report HQ/908FA for January 5, 1945

Station: Au HĂȘtre, Manhay, Belgium1, vP5491
Record of events: Bn in general support of 3rd Armd Div in VII Corps, Ist Army, XXI Army Grp Sector, in atk to seize Houffalize-Bovigny, Belgium. And to atk to the East immediately upon their seizure. 83rd Div less 331st Inf closely fol atk of 3rd Armd Div and mopping up pockets of resistance. Bn displaced from position area vicinity of Au Hetre, Belgium at 1435 hours to position vicinity of Tri le Cheslaing, Belgium arriving at 1515 hours, distance traveled 4.5 mi. Roads: Icy and slippery. Displacement without incident or loss of vehicles. No enemy air or arty fire over area during period. Usual harassing fires maintained throughout night of 4-5 Jan. Weather: Cold, cloudy. Health of Command: Good. Daily inspection of feet for prevention of trench foot held, no disease found. Morale: Excellent. Casualties: None.

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