Re: June 6th 2007
I'm glad that this announcement did not have to be released by SHAEF:
Our landings in the Cherbourg-Havre area have failed to gain a satisfactory foothold and I have withdrawn the troops. My decision to attack at this time and place was based upon the best information available. The troops, the Air and the Navy did all that bravery and devotion could do. If any blame or fault attaches to the attempt it is mine alone. July 5
Dwight D. Eisenhower, General, United States Army
Quite a contrast to the pols of today who are adept at passing off blame for disasters.
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Best Regards,
JW 
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