28 June (D+22): The mission for the Division remained unchanged. An air mission made on
Vesley to knock out Artillery and Command Posts was very successful. Preparations for the relief
of the 357th Infantry were made with representatives of the 79th Division.
29 June (D+23): Plans were made for the 79th Infantry Division to initiate relief of the 357th
Infantry. It was planned to move one Battalion by motor immediately upon their release.
30 June (D+24): The 358th and 359th Infantries continued to defend their sectors. The 357th
Infantry upon being relieved by the 79th Infantry Division reverted to Division Reserve. [Page 7]
REPORT OF OPERATIONS - NORTHWEST FRANCE
PART IV - MONTH OF JUNE
REPORT ON SUPPLY AND EVACUATION
1 - SUPPLY:
a. Numerous problems in supply were encountered throughout this period. A serious
problem arose when we first arrived on Utah Beach as the 2nd Battalion of the 359th Infantry
landed without the majority of its guns and equipment, as a result of the sinking of their troop
ship. The heavy fighting also resulted in continuous losses of weapons and equipment and placed
a heavy strain on all supply personnel. The manner in which all obstacles were overcome and the
methods used in devising substitutes and improvising new weapons reflect credit on the Division
supply personnel.
b. Class I:
(1) From June 6 through June 9 '44 units drew direct from the dumps. Truckhead
distribution was made to all units for the remainder of the month. Supplies were distributed on the
following basis:
"C"
20.116 6.4%
"D"
16.056 5.1%
"K"
125.684
40.4%
"10-1"
148.256
47.6%
"Hospital Ration"
1.405
0.44%
"5-1"
.205
.06%
TOTAL
311.722
100.00%
(2) "10-1" rations were available commencing with the June 15 issue.
(3) Bread, fresh beef and laundry soap were not available for issue during the month of
June.
(4) One seven (7) Day issue of PX ration was made to the Division for the month of June.
However there was no shortage of these items as all units landed with an adequate supply.
(5) Water was abundant and an adequate supply was maintained at all times.