(photos thanks to Sieb Wilmsen, who found their remains in 1977)

The monument was erected October 10, 2009 by Workgroup Monument George Renda and Aloysius Gonsowski: Sieb Wilmsen from Overloon, Niek Hendrix from Ospel, Joost Evertsen from Maarssen, Hans van Toer from Deurne. A ceremony was held November 8, 2009 to dedicate the monument.
Contents of this page

• Monument Inscription and Directions
• News Articles about the Monument
• Photos of the November 8, 2009 Ceremonies (not yet posted)

Inscription: Op deze plek werden in februari 1977 de lichamen gevonden van 2 Amerikaanse soldaten van het 48th inf bn 7th armored division. / George J. Renda / Aloysius Gonsowski / Beiden gesneuveld op 5 oktober 1944

Translation: On this spot, in February 1977, the remains of 2 American soldiers were discovered from the 48th Inf Bn 7th Armored Division. / George J. Renda / Aloysius Gonsowski / Both killed on 5 October 1944

Directions: Take Oploseweg west out of Overloon. Turn left at Crooijmansweg and then a quick left at Kamphoefweg (first 200 meters is dirt road). The monument is at the next road junction (Roosendaalseweg) south of Vredepeelweg.

Coordinates: 51°33'49.69"N, 5°55'14.48"E

"Ons Eigen Erf" Overloon Newspaper October 14, 2009 Click on the article for a full size version.

"De Gelderlander" web site October 15, 2009 Click on the image to go to the web site.

Niek Hendrix Speaking - Photo is of George Renda Son of Sieb Wilmsen, after laying flowers "Lucky Seventh" re-enactor laying flowers All who attended - Sieb's son holding another photo of George Renda Niek Hendrix & Sieb Wilmsen & "Lucky Seventh" re-enactors "Lucky Seventh" re-enactors with accurately restored vehicles

• "Lucky Seventh" Dutch web site - Click on the "Foto's" link at the left and then on the "Monument Kamphoefweg Overloon" link. (Click here for it in English.)