Audie Murphy – Special Event Station

2025 May 31, 1400Z-2100Z, W2A, Christiansburg, VA.Conversion for your timezone here! Event station will be run by the New River Valley Amateur Radio Club.  Audie Murphy (1925 – 1971)was the most decorated US soldier in World War II. He died in a plane crash on Brush Mountain, near New Castle, VA on May 28, 1971. This special […]

Radio Use During D-Day

How the US Army Handled D-Day Communications During the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944, radio communication was critical, yet it faced many limitations and challenges. Here are some statistics and insights on the use of radio by Allied forces during the Normandy landings. Overall Impact: Radio communication was essential but inconsistent, affecting command and […]