US Analysis of Operation Torch

I recently discovered a very interesting document concerning Operation Torch.

 

It includes reports compiled to highlight problems with the Torch landings with a view to improve future operations.

 

Its a long read, so in this post I have attempted to draw out some of the more interesting aspects of this document.

Dad's Standing Vesta

During a recent clearout of stuff from my garage, I found this strange looking clip.

 

It had belonged to my dad and clearly dated back to World War 2.

But what is it?