RIP Maj. Dick Winters

[P. Clodius Secundus]

I just learned of the passing of Dick Winters, by all accounts a great but humble man. He was brought to the public's attention by the epic mini-series "Band of Brothers" where he was portrayed by Damian Lewis. He took command of Easy Company 506th P.I.R. 101st Abn. Div, the "Screaming Eagles", after the death of his Captain during their D-Day jump in to Normandy. While I don't know of any particular connection to the Roman History Community, the passing of such a great soldier in any age deserves more reverent notice than just a passing "oh yeah, guess what happened" in the Off-Topics section. Once those boy ar re-united wth their CO up in Heaven, the Devil better keep a sharp eye out for parachutes. Rest in peace, Sir.