The conquerer of the city of Aachen, Lieutenant Colonel Derrill M. Daniels, commander 2nd battalion/26th Infantry Regiment of the 1st US Infantry Division gets decorated for his achievements.

The conqueror of Aachen

Jülich/Western Germany. After the capture of the town american troops of the 29th US Infantery Division (&quot;Blue &amp; Grey&quot;) attached a board on the &quot;Hexenturm&quot; (Witch Tower, the town's landmark), saying:&quot;This is Julich, Germany. Sorry it is so messed up but we were in a hurry! 29th Infantry Division&quot;

US forces in Jülich/Rhineland

Soldiers of the 104th US Infantry Division attacking german positions in Arnoldsweiler/Western Germany. In the lower left corner of the photo a fallen german soldier covered by his tent piece. February, 1945.