Hello,
In a recent message I sought Engineer units who might have built a Bailey Bridge in Southern France shortly after the 8/15/44 landings. Have not located any units, but now have info on the bridge. It was a 170 foot quadruple/single span supported by two piers and bridging the Durance River at Meraguesse, France. The original bridge (carried a railroad up the eastern side of France) was partially destroyed by retreating enemy forces. The Bailey replaced the destroyed section. If any of this rings any bells, please share with me through this site or direct at r11@maui.net.
Mahalo and Aloha,
Jim Davis, Maui, Hawaii
1204th Engineer Fire Fighting Platoon
WW II
Marion's note: I combined both of these posts, since they were posted separately.