Dedication of the Alexander Drabik Ohio Historical Marker
The date for dedication of the Ohio Historical Marker honoring Alexander Drabik has been set for Saturday, May 28th at 2 PM. It will be held at 9336 Wolfinger Road off Bancroft Street near Crissy Road in Holland, Ohio. The Drabik family invites everyone to attend this dedication.
Sergeant Alexander Drabik, the first American soldier to cross the bridge at Remagen, receiving the Distinguished Service Cross for his heroism. April 5, 1945. U.S. Army Signal Corps photograph taken by J Malan Heslop.
The Drabik Family received approval for an Ohio Historical Society Marker entitled: “Birthplace of Alexander Drabik, 1910 – 1993”
The marker will tell the story of Alex’s birth, his Polish ancestry, education and employment. It will highlight the dangerous crossing of the two-track Ludendorff railroad bridge from Remagen, Germany across the Rhine River to Erpel, Germany. The interrnational historical significance of Sergeant Drabik’s leadership and actions of Campany A of the 27th Armored Infantry Battalion of the 9th Armored Division will be noted.
The Drabik Family received a $750 grant from the Ohio Historical Society toward the $3,000 cost of the marker, dedication and reception.
PLEASE consider donating to this marker honoring a true hero of WWII.
Checks of $10, $20, $50 or more can be made payable to Drabik OHS Marker and sent to:
Drabik OHS Marker
6051 Angleview Drive
Sylvania, OH 43560
Donors will be listed in the dedication program.
DEDICATION
Dedication date is Saturday, May 28, 2011 at 2 PM, 9336 Wolfinger Road in Holland, Ohio.
Contact: Jackie Konwinski, 419.882.5045
To read more about Sergeant Drabik, go to: www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/remagen.htm
