Does anyone remember PFC Juan Jose (CHEO) Velez

Comments: My father, a Korean war vet 296th infantry/3rd Division 15th regiment needs one of his buddies to come forward and acknowledge his service and exposure to the battle field. I have been trying to help my dad get the awards that he deserve for being at the front line were he sustianed a injury to his head during incoming enemy fire.

DOD only shows him at the first phase of induction to the 296 infantry, but strangely enough they do not show any records of him being in the 3rd division 15 regiment at Kelly Hill. Ofcourse like many of our soldiers from that era he has been turn down for medals, pensions, Etc only because DOD has lost his medical records which would prove that he was wounded in combat. My father is in his final days, I refuse to see him go without recognition of his sacrifice to this nation. Please contact us with any info that might help him. Thank you, Jesse velez

Keywords: Nicknames-Cheo or Velez or Juan jose From San Sabastian/Lares Puerto Rico Area: Kelly Hill, White Horse Hill Service company, Special Mission

Hill 355, 1951-1952

Comments: Also a WWII vet.

Go Compny was a great unit. I was with the company in 1951-1952.

Keywords: Capt. Warren G. Reed, Lt. Roger Peterson, Lt Richard Hoff, Lt. Robert Marshall, 1st Sgt. Lyle Penfold, MSG John T. Burke, MSG Paul Roach, MSG Henry Burke.

I was Weapons Platoon Leader and later Company Executive Officer on Hill 355 otheriwise known as Dagmar or Armistice Heights

James Haskell Richardson, KIA on 15March1953

Comments: I am doing genealogical research and looking for any information about the death of my uncle. He was killed in action 15 March 1953. Would like any info on the action that resulted in his death. Would especially like to hear from anyone serving with him at the time. Here is the info I have:

PFC RICHARDSON JAMES H(askell), Medical Department, MOS: 01666. From Pickens County, SC.

Place of Casualty=North Korea, Date of Casualty (yymmdd)=53 03 15, Type of Casualty=Killed in Action

Thanks,

R. Richardson, USN-Retired

Keywords: Richardson, South Carolina, Medic, KIA, 15March1953

Ken Lockard

Comments: I previously posted on this site in an attempt to obtain medals that were never received by my late grandfather, Ken Lockard. Thanks to all the help I received, the medals are on their way. Thank you.

I am interested to know if anyone remembers him. He served in Company E, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division as a squad leader. He received a silver star for the mission at outpost on the evening on June 10, 1953 into the early a.m. of June 11. He was from Sparta, Michigan. Please contact me if you can provide any additional information. Thank you! Tracey

Keywords: outpost harry, E company, 15th infanty, 3d division

CO. A,B,C,OR D JULY 31ST, 1952 OLD BALDY

Comments: My father Peter Makuch was injured on Old Baldy on July 31st, 1952. I am a documentary filmmaker and would like to interview anyone who might have been in the same battle. It would also be nice to hook them up with my Dad to talk. He was in C company but said there were guys there from A,B,and D. Thanks.

Keywords: Pete Makuch,Charlie Company,Pork Chop Hill,Old Baldy, 1952

3rd inf div 15th inf reg Eco BAR MAN

Comments: looking for any and all Army friends that served with me in Korea 1951/53 hill 487,etc.I was a BAR man. im especially looking for Robert Jones of Akron Ohio.I was the ammo carrier with with Bob before he was wounded on hill 487 (porkchop hill) I belive it was called or Old Baldy im 72 and forget.I have some photos taken in Korea,especially one of me and some friends on the front lines with my bed.yes!I was the only front line soldier that had a bed on the front line.if you remember me please em me at goldeneagle000@msn.com God bless all who served. Wayne Smith..

Keywords: Bob Jones,Pork Chop hill, hill # 487, 3rd inf div, 15th inf reg E company, Bar Man. the friends who used to harmonize musical tunes with me,

Paul Tasker, Hello. Ralph Clark????

Comments: Did you know my father? CPT. R. E. Clark Korea

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any one who remembers Ova Eugene Elliott

Comments: If anyone remembers Ova Eugene Elliott Please e-mail me. maycunningham52@hotmail.com

Keywords: outpost harry

Looking for Army Buddies

Comments: I am looking for anyone I served with during 1951-52. I'm originially from Orange, NJ. Many of my pictures and names of my buddies were lost/stolen. If you have any information I would appreciate whatever you could forward to me.

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DAVID JESSE MINCHACA

Comments: My wife, Pamela Arene Minchaca(Cox) would be interested to hear from anyone who knew her father, David Jesse Minchaca, who died of a heart attack in the early 1980's. Her mother doesn't talk about him much, and she would love to hear from anyone who served or fought beside him. She has several pictures taken of him and his friends during his tour, but they have no captions or identifying marks... Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Brandon Cox

Keywords: 7th Armored Division 17th M.T.B. B Company Infantry Ground Forces

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES

Comments: Looking for anyone who fought on outpost Tom Dick Harry or Jackson Heights 1951/1952.

Especially looking for Lt.Homer Hungerford and Cpl. Nathaniel Scott (Scottie the medic)

Keywords: OUTPOSTS TOM DICK HARRY

Edward Oldfield

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Subject: Edward Oldfield kia Korea, April16 1953 15th Infantry Regiment A C0mpany Comments: I have been looking for any information about my brother since he was killed. I am his only sibling and our parents are now deceased. We never got any information except the telegram and I desperately need any help that can be given. Sincerely, Jean B. Darling

Ova Elliott

Comments: If anyone remembers Ova Eugene Elliott please e-mail me. I am his sister. Would love to talk with someone that was with him in Korea.

Keywords: He was at Outpost Harry. Died in 1953

Buddies of Marice Williamson (looking for)

Comments: Marice is still with us and would like to speak to anyone who served with him.....or can share any info about anybody that served with him...thanking you in advance......

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Buddies of Marice Williamson (looking for)

Comments: Marice is still with us and would like to speak to anyone who served with him.....or can share any info about anybody that served with him...thanking you in advance......

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NEED IMPORTANT INFO

Comments: I am trying to find out what really happened there .We have heard numerous stories an hope someone can tell me what really happened an how he died an where it was at what battle an any helpful informaton. thank you an sorry for bringing up memories you have long put to rest Army all the Way. Thank You Again . Robert Douglas Faggart

Keywords: Bob Lewis 15th inf Division 3rd Inf Rgt Pork Chop Hill Last Day of War

Gene O. Hanzer KIA Sept. 29, 1951

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Keywords: I would like to know if anyone here remembers my Great-Unle Gene Hanzer. Private Hanzer was a member of the 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. He was killed while fighting in North Korea on Sept 29,1951. Private Hanzer's Military Occupation Specialty=04745. Please if anyone knew him contact me.

Lt. Edward Robertson, Jr. 3 Oct. 1951

Comments: My father served in the 15th Infantry 3d Infantry Div and was killed on Oct. 3, 1951 in the Battle for the Ridgeline between Hills 487 and 477. I'd like to find anyone who knew him. He was originally from Texas but his mother lived in California at the time of his death and he was buried in San Bernardino, California. Thanks.

Keywords: Hills 487 and 477

Seeking Service Info on: Anthony Aquino,Medic, Korean War 1950 +

Comments: Would appreciate service record, commendation info, etc...

Keywords: Tony - served in various units as Medical Aid/Combat Medic. 3rd Medical Battalion - also assigned to 3rd AntiAircraft Artillary Battalion, unit was used for armored patrols with infantry units.

3rd Div 15th Reg. Co I- Looking for Army Buddies

Comments: I am looking for army buddies that were with my cousin. His name was Anthony Polotto Jr. He was in the 3rd Division, 15th Regiment, Co I (3 Battallion). He died near Chiro-Dong, North Korea (Able Co) on August 5, 1952. Looking for information such as what kind of artillery was used and where/what hill the artillery was shot from. Any other information is also appreciated. Thank you very much.

Keywords: 3rd Division, 15th Regiment,Co I, 3 Battallion, Chiro-Dong, Looking for army buddies

O.P. Harry 1952/1953 Co L 15th Regt,3rd Div

Comments: I would like to hear from any veteran of Love Company, 15th Infantry Regt, 3rd Infantry Division, who served during the period of June 8th through the 13th in Defence of O.P. Harry, also looking for Lt Robert Sommers, Sgt Hockenberry, Please feel free to e-mail me, I will respond Thank You C.M. "Bud" Wilkes U.S. Army Retired

Keywords: Keyword. O.P. Harry

Looking for members of the 3rd. AAA

Comments: Trying to find former buddies who arrived in Korea in June of 1954 [coming from Fort Bliss Texas- through Fort Lewis Wa.] and finally were assigned to the 3rd Div, 3rd AAA until the Div. left Korea, and then most of us were transferred to the 7th. Inf. div; the 15th. AAA until we returned home late in 55. If any one has any info, please contact me, I am trying to peice together a history of the events in my military life. Thanks, F. Oresta

Keywords: 3rd Div 3rd. AAA and 7th. Div. 15 AAA during 1954-55. Also anyone who took bascic training at Tank Co. 1st Inf. training Center. Camp Gordon Ga during Jan, Feb. March of 1954

My Uncle Kenneth Reimer

Comments: My uncle was Kenneth Reimer. He was killed June 11, 1953 at Outpost Harry. If anyone has any memories or information about him, I would really appreciate you contacting me. Thank you very much.

Matthew Reimer

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3rd Div 15th Reg. Co. B 4th Platoon

Comments: Looking for anyone who served with my Father; CPL. August A. Bedel. I beleive he was in Korea from 1952-53. He was telling me this weekend (03-11-05)He would like to find his buddy "Jackson" (it was the only name he recalled) He is still "kicking" in Union City, NJ. Any info is appreciated.

Thank you, GC Bedel

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1951 1950 L Co

Comments: a unit of black soilders. i was evacuated from the limes in early 1951 and dont have no way of proof.. was straped to the side of a chooper had forzen feet and fingerswas taken to a hospital in japan for treatment for about a month ,,was sent back to korea was told that i had been awarded the purple heart but now i cant even find any orders for anything... have made request at st.louis but they dont have any thing in theirs that can prove my case im trying to get the (crsc) but have turned down twice..no record of my injuries and no orders for my purple heart. i retired in 1971` good luck to all of you..JOHN H HOWARD

Keywords: HOWARD-Iron Trianger 1950 51 chowon valley

Info on Sidney Edward Johnson

Comments: I am looking for any and all information regarding my grandfather, Sidney Edward Johnson. He grew up in Aiken, South Carolina. According to a copy of his "Form 66--Officer Qualification Record," he would have been either a 1st Lt or WOJG (his records indicate a resigned commission, though he was later an officer again; I believe he resigned his commission in order to get out of administration and back in a combat platoon) in "Co H 15th Inc FECOM" during Korea. His earlier service included survival of the attack on Pearl Harbor, fighting from Schofield Barracks, and fighting in the campaigns of New Guinea and the Philippines, later serving as part of the occupation forces of both Japan and Germany. I have a Japanese Battle Flag that my grandfather gave me years ago as a child that I am having framed. It includes a note from him indicating that it was taken off a deceased Japanese soldier in October 1944, outside the town of Dagupin, in the province of Lingayen, on the island of Luzon. The dead Japanese soldiers, one from whom this flag was taken, were inside a thatched hut. The hut was burned and the two Japanese soldiers were cremated. All indications from this website are that U.S. forces did not land on Luzon until February of 1945. Is it possible there were forces in this area in October of 1944, or was my grandfather's memory faulty? Incidentally, I am currently having the flag (Japanese writing, bloodstains and all) framed to hang in my house. I am extremely proud of my grandfather's service, but know little about his experiences, other than his military records and some pictures taken during WWII and Korea (after trying a number of times over the years to get him to relay accounts of his experiences, including a request to do a videotaped oral history, only to be told, quite sternly, that "war is hell, Jason," I stopped asking). He and I were very close and, six months before he died, I changed my last name to my mother's maiden name so that I could carry on his legacy. I buried him at Arlington. Any information on my grandfather would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.

Keywords: Sidney Edward Johnson, Company H, Fragmentation wound in left leg near Hill 487 on October 3, 1951

Paul Gelles

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Keywords: Looking for army buddies. Army, Company L 15 Infrantry Div, 3rd Div. Korea Hill 159; 1950-1952

My Grandfather Pedro O. Castro - KIA - Please Help

Comments: Corporal Castro was a member of the 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. He was KIA, in N. Korea on 6-11-53. My family has little to no information on my grandfather and his experiences. We know nobody that fought bravely by his side. We are desperate to hear anything about Pedro Ortiz Castro. If anyone has any information about him or pictures to share we would be very grateful. No thought or rememberance is to insignificant. I thank everyone in advanced who will help us bring some light into our lives. God Bless.

Keywords: Pedro O. Castro

Looking for anyone who served with Pvt. Alexander Deans from NJ. KIA 1953 03 15

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Outpost Harry E Co

Comments: My grandfather served in E Co 15th inf 3 div in 1952/53. His name is Kenneth Lockard. He took part in the battle at Outpost Harry as a squad leader. He lost many people. His records indicate that his bravery earned him a Silver Star. He did not talk much about the war when he returned. I am looking for anyone who may have known him or have pictures of him. I am also interested in collecting the awards that he earned and never received. I would appreciate any information on what the steps would be to do this or even if it is still possible. Thank you so much.

Keywords: June 10, 1953, E co, silver star

Heavy Tank Company (53-54)

Comments: Looking for any one who has any information about heavy tank companies either assign or attached to the 15th Inf Reg. My dad who recently passed away, talked about his time in Korea before he died. Most was memories that came and went. So if you have any information on the Tank Comapnies or him, his name is Carol Max Smith, he was from WV but came in the Army in OH.

Keywords: Heavy Tank Company

Dog Company 15th Infantry, 3rd Division

Comments: Official Defense History of the Final Days of the Korean war are piecemeal and incomplete. A long time ago we served in Korea at sites known then by American names, not Korean Proper places. The war experience to me was a moving war and MLR was not established but changed as the movement of troops progressed or receded. We had to dig our foxholes on the places where we set up resistance to the CCF.

Keywords: Outpost Tom, Jackson heights, Outpost Harry, Chorwon Valley, Iron Triangle,Heavy Machine Gun Platoon, Heavy Weapons Company

information in family of Donald Burns

Comments: looking for someone who served with Donald Paul Burns or has information about him. He was born 1930 and died in Korea April 23, 1952. He may be distantly related to me. Looking for any living family membersl

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E Co 1953 OP Harry

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Keywords: Outpost Harry March thru June 1953

OUTPOST HARRY REUNION

Comments: OUTPOST HARRY REUNION

Eighty-five members/guests attended the thirteenth annual reunion of Outpost Harry Survivors Association, held in San Diego, California from June 10 to June 13, 2004 at the Holiday Inn at Mission Bay/Sea World area.

Following registration on Thursday a reception was held during which the group was welcomed by association president, Francis Riley and the motel staff. Jerry Cunningham, reunion coordinator briefed the group on the reunion schedule of activities and then the group was treated to a complimentary buffet.

Friday the group took an extended narrated tour of San Diego that included the downtown, business area, Navy and Marine facilities, Balboa Park, Coronado Island. Stops included the beach, Navy aircraft carrier Midway, a gourmet lunch served overlooking Mission bay and a typical waterfront shopping area. The evening was spent in the hospitality room viewing material from the association’s historical archives.

Saturday morning a memorial service was held in remembrance of the soldiers who died defending the outpost and the members who died since the last reunion.

While the members held the annual business meeting the ladies had brunch. Floyd Diewert was elected President and Del Tolen was elected Vice president. The reunion coordinator offered two sites for the 2005 reunion. The members voted for Hawaii.

During the banquet on Saturday night Major Tom Whitaker, Vice President of the Marne Association Outpost, gave a comprehensive presentation of the division’s action in Iraq during OIF. He showed a brief video made up of events recorded by division soldiers. Major Whitaker on behalf of the OPHSA presented plaques to Chaplain Ed Hanrahan (Society Outpost # 5) and Editor/Photographer Jim Jarboe (Society Outpost # 22) for their devoted service to the association. President Floyd Diewert presented the Saint Maurice Medallion to survivor Paul Gregory of the 5th RCT.

Keywords: Siege of Outpost Harry

Medical Company,15th Reg 3Rd Div

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Keywords: My orders for Korea got to me before the 15th Inf shipped out. I went to the 32nd of the 7th Inf Div on Mt Fuju, Camp McNair [we called it tin can city]. The Bn. Commander was Lt Col Gary H. Schumann, The HQ Co, Commander Was 1st Lt Lynn, A mess Sgt called Gabby, A SFC who wanted to be KIA for the glory.[We stayed as remote from him as we could get] We trained ROKS on Fugi. We went in at Inchon, to Puson, then to Ewon and north to the chosin and the resort of Samsu overlooking the beautiful Yalu river. The 40 below was bad enough, but those divisions of unfriendly fellows on the other side of the river were not really musicians even with their bugle tooting. I am now 74 years old so I have forgotten some less thrilling things. I do remember, when we were drawing our weapons and clothing in the army or marine base south of LA, california, they had run out of parker liners, long johns, fatigue jacket liners, artic foot wear and most of the comfort apparel that was in fashion at the time. The only warm jacket I had was a communist quilted one that I liberated. The people I remember was a 15th Inf Warrant officer Lee A. Graves KIA. A 7th Cav regt, Able Troop, SFC John Glover platoon Sgt KIA Most of that Company were KIA. I had been in occupation with the 7th Cav previously at Camp Drake, Japan. The only one who survived of Able Troop that I know of was SFC Konapeski who I later saw at Fort Benning. Like most soldiers I was infantry first, but later received training as a medic, clerical, military police, supply, and what not.

35th Reg, Com I, 3rd Bn, 25th Inf, Korea 1951-52

Comments: Any of the fellas I fought with out there? Please email my daughter's above email to contact me!!!!

Keywords: Iron Triangle, Punchbowl, Kumwa

B co. 15 reg. 3rd inf, korea 51/52 3rd platoon

Comments: would like to talk to buddys

Keywords: tennessee toddy was my nickname. chorwan, naktang river, aboard greeley transport ship/anderson ship

WALTON R. WHITE

Comments: If you have any information on Walton R. White I would like to hear from you. Thank You

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Alton Mike Williams

Comments: Looking for someone who may have served with my Dad. I know he was in Korea in 1950 (15th Infantry) , not sure about discharge date, etc.

He died in 1966 when I was 7 so I would love some information on him from the guys he served with. Mom doesn't talk much about him. I would appreciate hearing from you.

Thank you Dawn Williams

Keywords: SFC Alton "Mike" Williams -15th Infantry

Searching for 15th Inf. Rgt. veterans

Comments: Seeking anyone from the Third Division's 15th Regiment who remembers Orlando Segura, a rifleman from Texas who was wounded by mortar fire in the Iron Triangle fighting and evacuated to Japan.

Keywords: Iron Triangle

giving love

Comments: i appriciate the fact that they helped fight theb war.

Keywords: john p. #5069979 Lanny J Petterson unit 786 hillnumber247658

Orlando Segura

Comments: Seeking anyone from Orlando's unit who knew him and remembers when he was wounded by mortar fire in 1953.

Keywords: 3rd Division, 15th Infantry Regiment.

The 25th, Company C

Comments: My dad served in the 25th - C Company - Robert A. Brantley. Is their anyone who remembers him or serving with him? He doesn't talk much about the war. In fact, I told him to watch the History Channel special "Fire and Ice" on the Korean War and he said he could watch any war except his own. I watched and was horrified! I have always been so very proud of my father & his service to his country but to see those pictures in the documentary made me very sad for all of you vets, alive or passed on. Us members of the younger generation have no idea of the sacrifices that were made or the depth of horror that was witnessed. God bless all the vets. Sincerely.......Claudia cpaluch@benemark.com

Keywords: 25th Div., Company C

Robert E Baser, PV2

Comments: Seeking any information about 15 INF RGT 3INF DIV around the year of 1953. I am the daughter of ROBERT E BASER of Arkansas. I never got to meet him and would love to hear any information about him. I understand he had 2 Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star.I have one picture of him in uniform. He passed away in 89. My heart and deepest Thanks to all of you have have served our country!!! GOD BLESS Gena Freeland dunpony@sbcglobal.net 501-760-3950

Keywords: 15 INF RGT 3 INF DIV, 1951-1953,Robert E Baser, PV2, ARKANSAS,PURPLE HEART,BRONZE STAR, RTD,

Imformation

Comments: xnzcjVJVXBJZZZZVvyybsdddhhnhasscyfnfyfthtthe thehtehthehtjhynstndydndydjrthethehtyh

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Looking for James Konrad

Comments: I am looking for James Konrad of Aurora, Ill. I served with him in L co 15th reg 3rd div. If any one has any contact information it would be greatly appreciated.

e-mail: axms7347@hotmail.com

Keywords: Love CO, 15th INF 3rd DIV

Saint Maurice

Comments: During a ceremony while attending a reunion at Ft. Stewart, Georgia, Two Korean War Dragons, Sergeants First Class Rankin Birchfiled, Jr. and Donald Chase were presented with the Saint Maurice Medallion by the authority of the National Infantry Association

During WWII Sergeant First Class Donald A. Chase quit high school and enlisted in the Infantry on his 18th birthday. He had combat service in the European Theater of Operations, earning the Combat Infantry Badge and was honorably discharged with the rank of sergeant

He again enlisted in1950 during the Korean War where he earned his second Combat Infantry Badge. He was a member of I Company of the 15th infantry Regiment as a rifleman, BARman, assistant squad leader. Squad leader, assistant platoon sergeant and platoon sergeant, He was honorably discharged as a sergeant First Class. Don was wounded by enemy fire four times, each time returning as a combat infantryman. Don was awarded the Bronze Star for Valor in Korea.

Sergeant First Class Rankin Burchfield, Jr. earned the Combat Infantry Badge during his first of two tours in Korea. While he was a member of B Company, 15th Infantry Regiment, in hand-to-hand combat with the enemy, B Company was awarded a Presidential Unit Citation. He was later wounded by the enemy in another battle. He was awarded a Bronze Star for Valor. He was wounded and spent 22 months hospitalized until he was returned to duty as an Infantryman. Despite the disability received in combat, Rankin continued his service in the Army, retiring after 22 years.

Keywords: Outpost Harry

hill 472

Comments: I would like to know if anyone knows where Hill 425 was located. My Dad was wounded there during the Korean War.

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the frozen chosen

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3rd div. 15th reg company M

Comments: Served under Lt. stephens, wounded by schrapnel, served with Carl Prince and Weldon Polinc. Medic was Jean Lambert.

Keywords: date of service March thru September 1952, whitehorse mountain, chorwon 81 mm mortar Co.,