To follow the route of the "Big Red One" would require an approach from Cerami, west of Troina. Time constraints required us to approach from the south. We stopped to view a church demolished by artillery fire, evidence of the sad result of war.
	Like this church, Troina was demolished by constant artillery pounding. In the years since the war, a picturesque town arose from the debris of the battle.
	Our presence arouses the curiosity of a local.
	Modern Troina is still imposing.
	Shortly, we would be looking back at this spot from the highest point in Troina - the church seen at the upper right.
	Before we leave the ruins, my thoughts drift back to the carnage that ensued during the first 6 days of August, 1943. Frightened men battling in 100 degree heat and high humidity. Momentarily, the 21st century pushes its way back into my thoughts...