During a dinner in Detroit, MI, on 22 December 1948, General Anthony Clemens McAuliffe gives a speech for the fourth anniversary of the ‘NUTS!’ reply. His speech was broadcasted by radio stations WWJ and WWJ FM.

By Reg Jans – With special thanks to Mr. Kenneth McAuliffe, Mr. Joe Beyrle II and Mr. Paul Clifford




With a good sense of humor, the former acting commander of the 101st Airborne Division entertains the audience and talks about his experiences in Bastogne during th Battle of the Bulge.

Shortly before taking command of the 103 Infantry Division, in January 1945, the now legendary General talks about the Battle for Bastogne. (low quality)