Wire as a Weapon

The narrative provides firsthand insights from a lineman in the 150th Armored Signal Company during World War II, detailing the challenges and experiences of laying communication wire from the 10th Armored Division Headquarters to frontline units between 1944 and 1945. Through vivid observations, the author captures the complexities of military communication in a wartime setting, highlighting the critical role of signal troops in maintaining connectivity and coordination during intense combat operations.