505th Engineer
Light Ponton Company
The 505th participated in
Five Campaigns
From Utah Beach to
The German/Swiss Border
Last update: 24 May 2007
28 Light Ponton Companies
Were Activated During World War II
The Primary Mission of the 505th was to deliver, construct, maintain, and guard bridges, primarily Bailey Bridges.
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The Primary Mission of 505th.net is to honor those who served in this special unit and to help build bridges between them and their families through history.
Rhine River-
Honeff/Rolandseck Bridge
March 1945
Sgt Ira Brown
10 August 1922 - 28 June 2004
