 Warren R. Brown - Private to Tech Sergeant.
Served with distinction in the Hq1 81mm Mortar Platoon from October 20, 1942 to October 13, 1945.
Warren was an outstanding, courageous soldier, a magnificent leader, and a cherished friend, a popular member of Hq1. He carried his load, did his job, and was a trustworthy comrade, he was respected by everyone.
Warren Brown is an unusually outstanding example of the type men that comprise the "Greatest of the Greatest Generation."
Warren Brown says. “I'm happy to have had the opportunity to serve my country. Perhaps my efforts will make it a little easier for future genera-tions. I remember my WW II experiences with mixed emotions. Some with pride, some with sorrow, and none with apologies. I was fortunate, I ser-ved beside the finest men of my generation.
I was raised and educated in Salem Massachusetts, and enlisted in the Army on October 14, 1943. At the first opportunity, I volunteered for air-borne training.
When I left Salem, I promised my High School sweetheart, Martha Sullivan that I would return and marry her.”
Warren Brown’s comrades remember, throughout WW II, regardless of the circumstances, Warren’s only complaint was "Let’s get this war over with so I can go home, marry Martha, and raise orchids." True to his word, Warren, returned to New England in 1945, and married Martha Sullivan on June 29, 1946.
Warren and Martha raised three daughters, Cynthia, Ruth and Nancy, and Warren grew string beans, carrots, peppers corn, etc. in his backyard -- so much for the orchids!
Warren Brown was an exceedingly popular member of Hq1. He always spoke his mind and respected the opinions of others. Warren never hesitated to offer a suggestion or ask a question. Warren’s favorite quest-ion, asked at every opportunity of Major General James Gavin,
Commanding General, 82nd Airborne Division was “General - How is our war |
