Title: Field of fire
Description: Jack Swaab joined the veteran 51st (Highland) Infantry Division on 3 January 1943. In May 1944 he records the restless time as his regiment prepared for the invasion of Normandy. In September 1944 Swaab's role changed dramatically, as he moved from commanding a troop to being a forward observation officer.
Subjects: Diaries, History, World War, 1939-1945, Campaigns, British Personal narratives, Military campaigns, Great Britain. Army. Division, 51st (Highland), Great Britain, United states, army, history, United states, biography
People: Jack Swaab (1918-)