San Luis Obispo, California
Camp San Luis Obispo, 10 Sonoma Avenue
GPS coordinates: 35.324275,-120.728992

On December 26, 1941, the 2nd platoon of the 194th tank battalion was ordered to make a show of force in the Philippines against the Japanese which took it down a narrow trail. As they rounded a curve they came face-to-face with an enemy roadblock. Without hesitation, they smashed through it and the Japanese gun behind it. After taking out several other gun installations, they were overtaken and either killed or captured. They were awarded Presidential Unit Citations for their gallantry in action.

Note: Camp San Luis Obispo is a military installation and subject to certain procedures. Check here for rules on entry into the base.

While in San Luis Obispo, also check out the Veterans Museum inside the Veterans Memorial Hall at 801 Grand Avenue. Hours are: 1000 to 1500, Wednesday through Saturday. Admission is no cost.