Posted on Aug 21, 2016

Why US troops risked their lives in WWII to rescue horses kidnapped by Nazis

SGT John " Mac " McConnell

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In the chaotic last days of the Second World War, Gen. George Patton’s terse command set off a remarkable secret mission to save a group of priceless stallions and brood mares kidnapped on the orders of Adolf Hitler.

Why US troops risked their lives in WWII to rescue horses kidnapped by Nazis

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TSgt Joe C.

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Great read SGT John " Mac " McConnell!

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CPT Joseph K Murdock

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There is some salvation in war. Good story.

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SGT John " Mac " McConnell

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Absolutely agree CPT Joseph K Murdock .

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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL

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SGT John " Mac " McConnell what a fascinating read and share! Interesting!

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SGT John " Mac " McConnell

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Thanks SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL

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