Down From Heaven - The 11th Airborne Division in World War II & Beyond
Join historian and author Jeremy C. Holm as we discover the men and history of the legendary 11th Airborne Division in World War II, Korea and beyond!
In this podcast, we'll cover a wide range of topics including the division's stateside training, their campaigns to liberate Leyte and Luzon from Imperial Japan, their historic statues as the first Allied unit to land in Japan for Occupation Duty and more.
No wonder US Eighth Army's General Robert L. Eichelberger said of the Angels, "No one could have asked for finer fighting men.”
Jeremy is the son of 1LT Andrew Carrico who fought with the 11th Airborne in WWII. Utilizing interviews with the last living members of the World War II-era Angels, Jeremy has published three highly acclaimed books on the Angels and frequently travels to lecture on the 11th Airborne.
For more information visit www.511pir.com or www.11thairborne.com.
Episodes
18 episodes
The 11th Airborne Division's Landings at Nasugbu - The Invasion of Southern Luzon in World War II
In this episode, 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm takes us on a journey back to 1945 during the first days of the Angels' vicious campaign to retake the island of Luzon from the grip of Imperial Japan in World War II.On 3...
Manarawat: The 11th Airborne's Plateau in the Pacific in WWII
In this episode, 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm takes us on a journey back to 1944 during the height of the Angels' vicious battles to retake the island of Leyte from the grip of Imperial Japan in World War II.During thi...
Christmas Special: 1/40 "Denali" Artic Angels + 511th PIR History
In this episode, 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm shares a special Christmas message that he prepared for the Arctic Angels of the 1st Squadron, 40th Cavalry Regiment based out of JBER in Anchorage, Alaska. The 1/40 h...
The Rat's Ass Charge: 35 Paratroopers vs. 150 Japanese Soldiers in World War II
On December 22, 1944, 35 Paratroopers from 1st Platoon, Company D, 511th PIR, 11th Airborne Division found themselves engaged with over 150 Japanese soldiers on the island of Leyte. When the platoon became pinned down, PFC John "Bad...
The Battle of the Stone Courtyard
Join 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm as we dive into the 511th PIR's Battle of the Stone Courtyard during the Battle for Manila in World War II!As the 11th Airborne Division pressed north towards Manila, the Angels disco...
Camp Toccoa: One Camp's Big Impact on World War II
Join 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm for this special presentation originally given during the dinner banquet for Toccoa, Georgia's famous 2023 World War II Weekend. Jeremy was invited to speak on the impact that Camp Toccoa had...
PFC Manuel Pérez, Medal of Honor - One Paratrooper's Assault on Fort McKinley in 1945
Join 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm as we discover the story of Private First Class Manuel Pérez, a Paratrooper from the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division, whose incredible actions on February 13, 1945 w...
Private Elmer Fryar, Medal of Honor - One Angel's Incredible Fight on Leyte in 1944
Join 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm as we discover the story of Private Elmer Fryar, a Paratrooper from the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division, whose incredible actions on December 8, 1944 would earn this...
General Joseph Swing, the Father of the 11th Airborne Division - Part 1
In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm delves into the life of Major General Joseph May Swing, the Father of the 11th Airborne Division. Known as "Jumping Joe" to his men, General Swing is a legend in Ame...
The Legacy of the 11th Airborne Division - 2023 11th Airborne Association Speech
This speech was given by 11th Airborne Division historian and author Jeremy C. Holm on September 14, 2023 at the 2023 11th Airborne Division Association Reunion held at Sam's Town Gambling Hall and Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.Jeremy was ...
The 11th Airborne Division in World War II - Roanoke, VA Lecture
This episode is a recording of a lecture on the 11th Airborne Division in World War II given by show host, historian and author Jeremy C. Holm in Roanoke, Virginia in 2021. Jeremy's grandmother lives in Roanoke and the lecture was given for her...
A Platoon Leader's Perspective - Interviewing WWII Paratrooper 1LT Andrew Carrico of the 511th PIR
In this episode, show host and historian Jeremy C. Holm shares the first interview he ever performed with one of the 11th Airborne Division Angels, his own grandfather 1LT Andrew Carrico of Company D, 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment. ...
Remembering Private Delbert "Bob" Hayes
In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne historian Jeremy C. Holm honors PVT Delbert "Bob" Hayes of Valparaiso, Indiana. Private Hayes served in the 11th Airborne Division in Company D of the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment before he was ...
Task Force Gypsy: The Last Airborne Operation of World War II
In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm discusses the final Allied airborne operation of World War II, Task Force Gypsy.Jeremy is excited to share with you the history of this often-overlooked airb...
Japan's Surrender and The 11th Airborne's Landings at Atsugi
In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm covers the Angels' often-overlooked involvement in the historic surrender of Japan. This will include how the 11th Airborne was the first full Allied un...
When Angels Fell in World War II
In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm tells the full story of the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the "Pacific Theater's Band of Brothers." Jeremy's grandfather, 1LT Andrew Carrico, serve...
Rod Serling, the Twilight Zone and the 11th Airborne Division
In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm recounts the military service of Rod Serling, "Hollywood's Angry Man", who served in the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division, during World War ...
11th Airborne Division Facts in 11th Minutes
In this introductory podcast, historian and show host Jeremy C. Holm provides us with 11 fascinating pieces of 11th Airborne Division history from World War II through today in just 11 minutes... give or take. You'll learn about the 11t...