Gregg’s father, Bernard Philipson, with his tank the “Blue Monday” serving with the 8th Armored Division.

Gregg's father, Bernard Philipson, standing in front of a tank somewhere in Europe.

Gregg’s father, Bernard Philipson, with his tank the “Blue Monday” serving with the 8th Armored Division.

Gregg's Father, Bernard Philipson and some of the men from the 8th Armored Division at the Arc de Triomphe, 1945.

Gregg's father, Bernard Philipson, playing baseball.

Gregg's father, Bernard Philipson, and friends standing in front of a half-track (an armored personnel carrier) with a group of children in Europe during WWII.

Gregg’s father, Bernard Philipson (right), with his tank the “Blue Monday” serving with the 8th Armored Division.