Horace Carratelli, a 1st Armored Division veteran who served as a first sergeant in North Africa and Italy during World War II, died March 23 at 107 years old. The 1st Armored Division, known as "Old Ironsides," honored Carratelli in a social media post following his death. From Kasserine to RomeThe 1st Armored Division was the first American armored division to enter combat in the Second World War. An M3 Lee tank of U.S. 1st Armored Division advancing to support American forces during the battle at Kasserine Pass. Beyond his career in the garment industry, Carratelli helped establish the 1st Armored Division Association, serving as both its national secretary and president.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 03, 2026 15:02 UTC