I am interested in the 81st Chemical Battalion as that was where my Father served. Can I get some direction. He was awarded the purple heart but I could not get him to discuss it for anything!!! He was from Fort Douglas Utah and was enlisted from 1938-1945. One of the first on the Beach at Normandy. I have exhausted my resources. Thanks for all the possible help! 
Would it be the 81st Chemical Mortar Battalion? http://www.4point2.org/hist-81-p1.htm#activation
If so, its Veterans’ Association can probably help you: http://www.4point2.org/81cmb.htm
Hello, I just had a link sent to me from a member regarding thre 81st Chemical Mortar Battalion and I am wondering if there is a picture out there of any of the guys from WWII. Thanks much! 
This goes to show that I am completely naive when it comes to looking and finding specifics! AGAIN, THANK YOU SO MUCH. I truly appreciate this. What part of the world do you live? 
You’re welcome.
Australia.
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