3 things about combat engineers in WW2 that you didnt know
3 things about combat engineers in WW2 that you didnt know

Welcome to our today's video - focusing on the unsung heroes of World War II: the U.S. Combat Engineers.

Although we tend to shed light on the soldiers on the front line or the war strategists, there were countless others working behind the scenes, ensuring success.

Among these were the Combat Engineers.

These individuals were not merely building bridges or fortifying defenses; they were known as the "Johnny-on-the-spot".

They displayed an unmatched level of flexibility and resourcefulness, clearing minefields and repairing roads and rail lines in the most unfavorable conditions.