Headquarters Battery, 15th Field Artillery Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division

Comments: John Sarno left Chicago, IL. in October 1950 headed for California to ship out. When he arrived at the base in California he called to inform us that the Army had misplaced his papers. Due to this he was unable to depart with his battalion. He remained at base in CA until his papers had been located and he shipped out with another group. Once John arrived in Korea, again he was told that his papers had been misplaced and he remained behind until they were located. At this point we are told he was sent with a third group toward Kangnung, South Wonju. This is the location we are told John was either killed or taken prisoner. If anyone can verify or provide additional information regarding his whereabouts at any time, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thank You!

Keywords: Headquarters Battery, 15th Field Artillery Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division, Wonju, Kangnung, Hoengsong

EARL SAMPLES

Comments: Dad was in Korea from 1950-1953, 2CD Dividion 15th field art 9th Reg combat Bat forward observer.

Keywords: SECOND TO NONE

Rueben Joseph Goerl

Comments: I've just recently found this site and would be interested to know if anyone out there remembers my uncle PFC Rueben J Goerl, 15th FA, 2nd Infantry Division. He was Killed in Action near Hoengsong, South Korea on February 13, 1951. He was eventually returned home to Wisconsin after being listed as MIA.

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William Lonnie brown Jr

Comments: Year of Birth: 1930

Comments: Sergeant Brown was a member of Battery A, 15th Field Artillery Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy near Hoengsong, South Korea on February 13, 1951 and died while a prisoner on November 30, 1951. His remains were not recovered.

Keywords: Sr and Jr before the war,Burke County North Carolina http://img131.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=30406_William_Lonnie_Brown_Sr_and_Jr_122_989lo.jpg

Forward Observer Max Horton

Comments: My father was a forward observer for the 15th Artillery Battalion in Korea and as a young child he told me many stories of that time. His name was Max Horton. He went on to be a career army officer, rising to Fill Colonel and working with Pershing Missiles. He died relatively young, 18 years ago, from a number of things, including (I think) cancer brought on from being an atomic survivor.

I am just now reading David Halberstam's book on the Korean War - "The Coldest Winter" - and it has brought a renewed interest in finding out more about my father and what he went through, especially so I can share that with my four kids who never met him.

I thought I would send an email to see if anyone might remember his name.

Thanks for any help on this!

Keywords: Max Horton

Pvt Timothy E. Bradshaw Sr

Comments: My Father, Timothy E. Bradshaw Sr., passed away two years ago on October 10, 2006. Fortunately during the few years before his death, he became a member of the 2nd ID veterans group and was able to once again communicate with some of his "battle buddies" I know of Oscar Cortez for one and a few others.

In 2000 I took him on a trip to Fort Sill where we lived for quite a few years. While there we visited his old First Sergeant Charlie Limmerick. It was an unforgettable time. I was able to take some pictures of thier renunion. It was definatley the first time he had seen him since the Korean War.

We also have been in touch with the family of Everette Chappell [He died while in captivity in Feb 1950] Everette was a close friend of my father. Everette spent the night with him the night before they embarked for basic training at Fort Knox, Ky in Feb 1950. They served together from there and went to Fort Lewis where they became part of the 15th Arty. My Dad was cannoner in the 3rd Section of A Battery. He told me his gun fired the first round of the war and that he had kept the empty shell behind the seat of thier truck. On Jan 3, 1951 he was shipped to Japan with frozen feet. Because of this action, he escaped the terrible slaughter of the battalion in February at the time Everette was captured. He told me he returned from Japan to the unit and assisted with the details to recover the dead. This was something he never talked about for many years, fortunatley, after he reunited with other members of the 2nd ID organization, he began to share some of his stories with me.

He would get emotional when he recounted his experiences. He was very proud to have served with this unit.

A few years before his death, I purchased a Korean War era patch of the 2nd ID and gave it to him for a keepsake. He requested that I place it over his heart when he passed. He was given a beautiful military funeral by members of the 18th Airborne Corps from Fort Bragg. This was the last unit he served with just before retiring from the Army in 1969. When I took my last look at him lying in his casket, I honored his request and placed the Indian Head Patch on his heart and he was buried with it. His bronze plaque on his tomb is cast with the same commemorating him as a Korean War Veteran.

Just before his retirement, he served a year in Viet Nam. He loved the Army. This is a great website and I am very proud of his service. Thanks for being here. It brings comfort. I would love to hear from anyone who knew him.

Keywords: A Battery 15th Field Artillery

Korean War 2nd Div.

Comments: I was a forward observer for B Btry 15th FA Bn in 1951. I spent most of my time doing this. I was attatched to the 23rd Inf regt 2nd If Division. I would love to hear from others who served about that time. I would really like to hear from Dean Paisley who stood by me while in the field. I believe he lived around Memphis Tenn. After over 50 years it is really hard to remember every detail. I am a service connected Disable veteran, and I serve as chaplain for my local DAV chapter. I am also a minister with 40 years service to my Lord.

Keywords: Bob

Cpl Peter Davis Regular Army

Comments: Peter was with the gun section of A Battery 15th FA. I have some photos of him and his buddies. I also have some from Camp Whittington, Japan in May of '51. His shoulder patch indicates 40th Division California National Guard, however, later photos show him with the 15th FA 2nd ID. Thanks for your help.

Keywords: Somewhere between December 1951 to 1952.

Harry Hayes

Comments: CPL. Harry Hayes was listed as killed on this day. Mother just passed away and I'm trying to learn more about his death. Family at the time waited 15 months before being told that he had been killed and not MIA. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Keywords: Feb. 13, 1951

CBattery Dec. 1950-Oct. 1951

Comments: I would like to make contact with anyone who was there during this period of time.

Keywords: Already item niner-Bloody ridge-Heartbreak Ridge Etc.

15th field artillary PICTURES

Comments: MY FAMILY AND I ARE LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE PHOTOS OF 2ND INFANTRY DIVISION 15TH FIELD ARTILLARY SOLDIERS WE ARE TRYING TO LOCATE PHOTOS OF MY UNCLES PFC MAX F. HERNANDEZ...OR ANY PHOTOS OF SOLDIERS IN FORT LEWIS WASHINGTON 1948...PLEASE CONTACT US AT mam714@yahoo.com...thank you.

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Eugene Florez Master Sergeant Army

Comments: Comments: Hello, I'm looking for information regarding my father. He was a Master Sergeant in the Army and in charge of the artillery (looked like big cannons in a picture) and in the front lines for 9 months, then had an additional 9 months after the war ended of policing action during the Korean War. His name was Eugene Florez and when he became ill he wanted me to find out if any of his old friends were still alive. Unfortunately, he passed away before I was able to find anyone. So, I'm still hoping someone out there remembered him. He was the kindest and most gentle father anyone could hope for and I'd like to grant this last wish of his. He stated that he was stationed in front of that famous MASH unit they made a television program of.

Keywords: Master Sergeant Eugene Florez

Keywords: On front lines near MASH unit. Artillery, Master Sergeant

Anyone know George Grogan

Comments: Dad was originally from Brooklyn, was wounded a number of times, (2 purple hearts, he refused anymore) POW for approx 8 months until he escaped. Before he died he spoke of a soldier that saved his life, he had a special gift made for that man, (still in his dresser). He wanted me to do what I could to find that man and give him that gift.

Sorry for the repost, my previous email was discontinued

Keywords: Indian Head, Forward Artillery Observer. Ex-POW (escaped). 15th Field Artillery Bn (105MM)

C BTRY 15TH FA BN FREDERICK THOMAS JOHNSON

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Keywords: C Btry 15th FA Bn and Korean Service Medal w/5 Campaign Stars, Distinguished Unit Citation is the only information I have other than some pictures. The earliest picture I is of him standing near a ship in the background with the number 699 and on the back of the picture is written Pusan, Korea 16 Oct 50. I don't know if that is when he just arrived or what. The latest date on the back of a picture I can find is him in the field by a big gun 3 Aug 1951 where it also says my chief of section, Junior Billingsley. I also have a picture of another soldier, I assume his friend named either Danny King or Davey or Dougy King. I have other pictures. Anybody can add to this info I would like. He also talked about Pork Chop Hill.

Searching For Members 1952-1953

Comments: Would like to hear from any one that was in ynit at this time A.L.L.

Keywords: Chorwon Valley -- Baldy

Request info PFC Richard Logan Spence,Jr.RA 13332946 May have died POW camp

Comments: Would like to bring certain closure in memory of "Buddy"Spence,a high scool friend(Late 1940's). who us listed on our "Wall of Honor",Korea

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Max Hernanadez

Comments: looking for anyone who may have served with my uncle Max Hernanadez. He was killed on Feb 13, 1951

Keywords: 15 art bn 105mm 2 inf div

Max Hernandez

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Looking for Buddy Dean Paisley of Tennessee

Comments: Good web site..

Keywords: Bob

January 1951 -October 1951 Was a FO with the 15th FA Btn. attatched to th3 23rd Infantry Regiment Would love to contact fellow in my outfit Left Korea in October 1951 for Okinawa. Stayed there 23 months and returned to the states on the General Walker Troop ship/

I am looking for others who served with my uncle.

Comments: I am serching for anyone who might have served with my uncle,...Vernon A. Hawthorne. He was only 17 y.o. He was seriously wounded by the enemy near Hoengsong, South Korea on August 13, 1950. He died from those wounds later that day. I really wound appreciate it if anyone from that unit would contact me,..even if you do not remember him. He was too young to be in the service & more so,..too young to die! I am thankful for all who fought for freedom,...especially him! I am also looking for any photos of him that I can get. Thanks.

Keywords: ?????

Member in Korea from august 1950 until I was reassinded to38th in December 1950

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone that was in either of these units.

Keywords: Lieutenant Lyle C. Berner Wendell Palmer Manchurian Border Thanksgiving day 1950

Looking for vets 1976-77 era

Comments: Just looking for people who may have been in the area around the same time.

Keywords: Lt. Crowmley, Stick (rto), Inchon, Crab Island

Artillery Front Line

Comments: Hello, I'm looking for information regarding my father. He was a Master Sergeant and in charge of the artillery (looked like big cannons in a picture) and in the front lines for 9 months, then had an additional 9 months after the war ended of policing action during the Korean War. His name was Eugene Florez and when he became ill he wanted me to find out if any of his old friends were still alive. Unfortunately, he passed away before I was able to find anyone. So, I'm still hoping someone out there remembered him. He was the kindest and most gentle father anyone could hope for and I'd like to grant this last wish of his. You can e-mail me at sjones@osiosi.com or call me at (510) 476-8108 if you knew of him. He stated that he was stationed in front of that famous MASH unit they made a television program of.

Keywords: Master Sergeant Eugene Florez

9TH REG. SER. CO. TRUCK DRIVERS 2ND DIV.

Comments: Does anyone remember how bad it was for the truck drivers who serviced the front lines. Do you remember the name a front line infantry soldier who was killed by our guys because he didn't know the right password. He was so full of holes, it was hard to recognize him and the Sergeant had the bag unzipped because he wanted us to see what could happen it you didn't remember the password. He was my friend.

Keywords: Old Baldy,Commonwealth Sector