On 11-12-13 Dec 2009 , more than 1500 people visited the “Nuts” Cellar in Bastogne .
We are very grateful and proud for having so much support to keep this historical marker from destruction .
THANK YOU !!!!!
The high number of visitors ‘proves’ that many people are interested to visit the HQ where Brig Anthony C. McAuliffe, CO of the 101st ABN , replied “NUTS!” to the German demand to surrender on 22 Dec 1944 .
Also a Belgian minister visited to Cellar and told us that he started up the procedure to make it a protected building : GREAT !
Minister Pieter De Crem stated in his speech that the Cellar will not be touched and will remain as a historical place : GREAT !
BUT:
-So far these are only words . Nothing on paper yet !!!!! I surely hope they will keep their promises !
- What’s going to happen with the bldg ? Who’s going to take care of it ?
Will the men who take care of the Cellar today still be able to continue their great job ?
Will it be open for the public , etc…..
There are still many many questions to be answered …….too many ..!
- The Army Unit WILL disappear and so will the other buildings . Or will there still be military presence in Bastogne in the future ?
- Too many questions and no answers yet but the Mayor is discussing all the possible options with the government ! Time will tell us !!!!!
Fingers crossed and again , Thank you all for your support !
Every single one of you had a significant role in this cause . You all made it possible to save this historical building .
Reg
Proud Daughter of Walter (Monday) Poniedzialek
540th Engineer Combat Regiment, 2833rd Bn, H&S Co, 4th Platoon
There's "No Bridge Too Far"