Celebrate Veterans Day today with a Milwaukeean's story from the trenches.
"Patton's Lucky Scout: The Adventures of a Forward Observer for General Patton and the Third Army in Europe" tells World War II Veteran and Milwaukee-native Frank Wayne Martin's story of scouting and reporting during the war.
Martin was a member of the 328th regiment of the 26th Yankee Division in the Third Army and was responsible for searching routes and German positions to lead the Third Army across Europe.
His book uses humor and storytelling to reveal his experience as he reported back to General George S. Patton and aided in decisions on how and where to advance.
"Patton's Lucky Scout: The Adventures of a Forward Observer for General Patton and the Third Army in Europe" is available for purchase through Crickhollow Books; visit the book's Web site or Martin's blog.
OnMilwaukee.com staff writer Maureen Post grew up in Wauwatosa. A lover of international and urban culture, Maureen received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
After living on the east side of Madison for several years, Maureen returned to Milwaukee in 2006.
After a brief stint of travel, Maureen joined OnMilwaukee.com as the city’s oldest intern and has been hooked ever since. Combining her three key infatuations, Milwaukee’s great music, incredible food and inspiring art (and yes, in that order), Maureen’s job just about fits her perfectly.
Residing in Bay View, Maureen vehemently believes the city can become fresh and new with a simple move across town.
