11-125 Garand Picture of the Day

[Snafu]

PFC Emil Raths employs his flamethrower to destroy a Japanese pillbox as two other Soldiers provide covering fire as the 37th Division holds the line against the Japanese assault on the Cape Torokina perimeter, March 1944.(rudeerude)

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[Bob Seijas]

Great picture, but you have to see one in action to really appreciate it. When the GCA convention was held at Allan Cors's tank farm, they put on a super-realistic squad assault of a pillbox, including a flame thrower and mortar fire support. Wow, both were REALLY impressive! When I complimented Allan on how good it was, he replied with a smile, "If you burn it, they will come." LOL