First Lieutenant David Ubriaco told the ten members of the National Guard's Long Range Surveillance Unit, part of the 3rd Squadron, 108th Cavalry, it was nearly time to turn in after a long first day on the road.
They had marched thirty-two miles, recreating the 506th Parachute Regiment's march 67 years ago.
"There were ups and downs throughout the day," Ubriaco said. "We had 10 start this morning, we had six who were still walking this evening."
While they are designated cavalry, the Lieutenant said for this all-volunteer event they are in reality portraying the 'foot cavalry' of old, following the 100-mile route taken by the World War ll outfit made famous by the TV series, 'Band of Brothers'.
Moving at an estimated 33-mile per day, their destination is Atlantaâ
1st Lt. David Ubriaco told the ten members of the National Guard's Long Range Surveillance Unit, part of the 3rd Squadron, 108th Cavalry, it was nearly time to turn in after their first day on the road.
Spec. Jason Cormier relaxes after a long day's march from Toccoa
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