Moved from sugar central to a hacienda about 3 kilometer away. Were to stay until Christmas eve. On Dec. 13th officers of 57th were recommended for promotion in according to Tables of Organization. I was recommended for Majority being the Regimental Surgeon. I recommended all 3 of my battalions be promoted to the rank of Captain. Neel and Herbot got theirs at a later date JAN 1, 1942.
Edward R. Wernitznig
March 9, 1906 -- May 4, 1976), Captain in the U.S. Army serving in the 12th Medical Regiment of the Philippine Scouts. P.O.W.
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