Ernerst "Ernie" Mogor originally wanted to enlist in the U.S. Navy like his brother, but was denied when he found out he was colorblind. Instead he would join the U.S. Army and begin his training as part of the 76th Infantry Division. Although Mogor originally trained with the M1 Garand, he was designated to carry the Browning Automatic Rifle for his unit, a weapon that he quickly fell in love with.

In early 1945, Mogor along with the 76th would enter combat crossing the Sauer and Moselle Rivers in the vicinity of Echternach, Luxembourg. The river crossing was met with heavy German resistance and give Mogor his first taste of combat.

Mogor would spend 3months in combat as the Allies broke through the Siegfried Line. While on the banks of the Rhine River a German Sniper shot Mogor. The bullet passed through Mogor's friend before entering his body, both men survived the war.

Interview recorded on May 26, 2024



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