May 3rd 1945

Joining forces with the Soviets

On 3 May 1945, the 82nd Airborne Division made contact with the Soviets. It was then transferred to Epinal in France, where a large number of paratroopers were demobilised.

The army developed a points system that took into account the number of days in action, decorations and commendations obtained, as well as wounds. Any soldier with a total of 100 points can return home.

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