Did You Know Pvt. James Crawford/Fla.

Comments: I am looking for anyone who might have known or served with my uncle Pvt. James Crawford, from Tallahassee, Florida, Korean War. I was told that he drove a supply truck. I don't know how long he served, but was told he was sent home, after being captured by the enemy. The enemy later released him to walk back to base, barefoot in the snow. His feet were severely frost bitten. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Keywords: nicknames, battles, personal friends, units, frost bitten feet, supply truck, tallahassee, florida.

Twin Tunnel

Comments: Seeking anyone who participated in the Twin Tunnel action or have knowledge of a Harold P. Mueller who was a 2nd Lt. at that time.

Keywords: Twin Tunnel

F Company 24th

Comments: Seeking parties who participated in Korea with a then 2nd Lt. Harold P. Mueller during the period of 1950-51. I am attempting to put a book together and am seeking any and all information possible re: HPM Thank you

Keywords: Twin Tunnels

Company C 24th Regiment Korean War

Comments: I would love to hear from anyone that might know more about Comany C, 24th regiment during the Korean War. My father was acting commander from 4-17-1951 to 9-16-1951.I beleive he may have written up the recommendation for Medal of Honor Receipient Corneilus Charlton. He never spoke much about the war.He passed away in 1985. My brother and I are very interested in learing more about this very important time in American history.

Keywords: Company C Jim Ammerman First Lieutenant, Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Wagae Korea ,Unsan Korea. Corneilus Charlton, 24th regiment

Looking for details on PFC Rosamond Johnson who died July 26, 1950

Comments: Looking for the two wounded that he rescued before being killed in action that day.

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Roger Dealbert Cummings

Comments: Anyone know of my uncle, Roger D. Cummings from Stockton, CA. His brothers and Sisters loved and missed him until the day they passed. He has one surviving sister, Elinor, who lives in Altadena. Having been born in 1954, I never got to know him and the family never much talked about him or the events surrounding his death. I think I heard that he was a tanker.

Keywords: 19th Infantry Reg, 24th Infantry Reg,

Co. A 24th Infantry Regiment

Comments: I am looking for veterans of Co. A of the 24th Infantry Regiment who may have served with Lt. Leon A. Gilbert Jr. during the korean war.

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Photos of my grandfather?

Comments: I am looking for any images of my grandfather. His name was Louis Westfall from Plymouth,MI. He served in Korea in 1950. Our family has just two pictures of him in uniform. I would like to see if anyone has photos that may list him. I thank you for your help.

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William F. McManus

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Keywords: does anyone know my father -- he served in the early part of the korean war -- his name is william f. mcmanus from nj

25th ID 24th INF REG

Comments: Albert L. Symon received a posthumous Purple Heart, KIA 14 Sep 50.

I was born in 1956 but was given the honor of his name, a curious distinction. Very little info exact unit, company, etc and lots of background story about the battles, etc. I cannot place my uncle in any certain context nor can be convinced of what the circumstances of his demise might have been. Anyone knowing Albert Lee would have also known about his boxing prowess for which there are various photographs taken while his unit was stationed in Japan.

I don't care about all the hype, one way or the other, except that everyone get closure and know the multitudes who we are all indebted to. So many last names, with little to go on, so little information. We, the descendants, of so many races and walks, had common ancestors on the battle field. It would be very good to know that most of us alive today are connected by events we ourselves never shared. We are more family than we know.

I just need answers too.

Keywords: HASAN-BATTLE MOUNTAIN Aug-Sep 1950

Dad in Korea 1951

Comments: My dad Robert Meko died 10/3/09 and was in Korea Jan 51 to 52. Shot machine gun, Bronze Star, 24th from Fort Knox. I have many pictures and a couple 8mm movies. I would like to share the experiences he told me. He would not talk about the war but did tell me a few things.

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Looking for any information on John C Warren

Comments: I'm looking for Information on John C Warren. He was seriously wounded in action by a missile in 1951 later died in 1958.

Thanks.

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Seeking Personal Records which were destroyed in fire

Comments: Seeking information of military status and all other information, so family records and war history...

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Does anyone remember E.R. Hostetler Jr.

Comments: My father passed away on June 3, 2009 we're in the process of having a headstone made for him through the Veterans Adm., they say they have no record of him in Korea-the proof is in the pictures I have, but I would very much like to talk to someone he was there with.

Keywords: I have pictures taken while on hill 924 and 704 on or about Feb. 19, 1951

Anyone knew of Sgt Robert Edmund Johnson

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Keywords: My great uncle was killed in Korea on Sept 16 ,1951, although i never met him i heard so much about him, he was in the army and got out but rejoined the service in 1950 because he was about to have a son whom he wanted to make sure he could provide for his child. If anyone knows anything about Sgt Johnson please let me know anything about him. he was from Norfolk Va.

Any one who served with Pvt.Rudy Velasco Mesa

Comments: I was only 6 months old when my dad died in Korea, I have a few photos and a few stories. If anyone had contact with my dad, would like to hear from you. My dad was from Silver City New Mexico.

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Was anyone there on July 30, 1950

Comments: Just wondering if anyone was at Sanju, Korea on the day he was killed

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Sgt. Charles Napier

Comments: Looking for any information on my uncle Charles Napier who was presumed killed at the battle of Taejon in July 1950.

Keywords: Taejon, July 1950

A REALITY OF WAR & THE AFTERMATH.

Comments: A REALITY OF WAR AND THE AFTERMATH. THIS INTERVIEW: http://www.youtube.com/kojoman75

TOOK PLACE WELL BEFORE THE IRAQ WAR.

Shell-Shock, Battle-Fatigue or Combat Fatigue, now day it's called P,T,S,D... It was years before I realized I was a victim. Anyway, here's my story... Its A Reality of the war that I've lived with.

Hopefully this information will be of use to returning military personals, that have also experienced the horror of war.

Author of: "WHAT'S A COMMIE EVER DONE TO BLACK PEOPLE?" My Korean War Memoir. See Bio & excrepts below: http://www.youtube.com/kojoman75

IS BEST VIEWED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE, LEFT TO RIGHT.

Keywords: Rifleman: G-Company, 1st Platoon 1st Squad 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division Dec,4 1950 to Sept, 1st 1951

Looking for anyone who knew PFC Jackie Lee Murdock 24th INF DIV

Comments: Jackie was taken prisoner of war during the Tiger Death March on July 6, 1950 and later died while prisoner at Manpo "Cornfield" on October 29,1950. We would like information about him if anyone served with him.

Keywords: Tiger Death March, Manpo

Found a Picture

Comments: My mother passed away and going through her things, we discovered a picture of a child. On the back of the picture was written "This is a picture of my son. ............. My husband died in prison in Korea ................. It was signed Virginia.

Just trying to find out if any can shed any light on this

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Sgt. Cornelius H. Charlton

Comments: Looking for members of the 24th Infantry Regiment who served with Sgt.Cornelius H.Charlton during the Korean War. He was killed in action June 2, 1951. He was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.

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Love you forecver

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DO KNOW MY UNCLE

Comments: TRYING TO FIND ANYONE THAT MIGHT OF EDWIN DAVIS "(BUCK) DURING THE KOREAN WAR. ASSIGNED TO 155 FIELD ARTILLERY 25TH DIVISION 24TH REGIMENT

Keywords: 155 field artillery 25th division 24th regiment Korea

Edwin Davis

Looking for those who served with Sgt. David L. West

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Keywords: I am writing a biography of Jerry West. I am interested in talking to anyone who served with his brother, Sgt. David L. West of the 35th Infantry regiment, in Korea.

SGT Donald Eugene Rolls

Comments: My mother recently had me doing some research on her deceased uncle Sgt Donald E. Rolls. I am really interested in learning more information on him. If anyone has anything, it would be greatly appreciated.

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1951 pictures front lines

Comments: I have many pictures my dad took in Korea starting Jan 1951. The keywords above are in the pictures, one on a flag with 10 men, and the other on a warning sign. One picture says 24th Div Rear near Seol Askcom City Korea. Dad is Robert (Bob) Meko corporal with Bronze star. He trained in Fort Knox 1950 and was in first draft from West side Cleveland OH. I also have movies on the front lines that dad filmed. I would enjoy some dialog. Dennis R. Meko

Keywords: Peck Road Boys, McAllisters Houdlems

h company 1950

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Looking for anyone who knew Parris J. Watkins

Comments: Mr. watkins was my papa. He was shot by a sniper and evaguated on 08/07/1950. My understanding is there were two other soilders with him. They found a cow and hauled him out on it's back. He did suvive the attack, and lived until 1999. Anyone with any information please contact me. Thank you in advance for any help.

Keywords: His military occupation speciality # was 00345, and he was part of the infantry

looking for

Comments: trying to help my father in law,alfred principe,of kenosha wisconsin, locate fellow combat veteran, george h. smith from providence r.i., former korean pow,he would like to speak with him again,thanks

Keywords: 24th infantry,korea

24th Division Pfc. Marvin Koppelman

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Keywords: Lt. Col. Charles Stratton recommended an Oak Leaf Cluster for my dad's gallantry on August 6, 1950 when his unit was overrun during a communist attack. My dad, Marvin Koppelman, held off the enemy until the rest of his men could pull out. He won his first Silver Star previous to this. Anyone who knew my dad is encouraged to contact me to share memories!!

Camp Hakata 1949-1951 photos

Comments: My father-in-law Private David Earl Hall passed away in July 2006. He also never talked about his time in Korea. Dad was a great photographer and was very friendly with everyone in Camp Hakata, Japan ( West lower Honshu side near Korea) during 1949-1952. He meet his wife, Mineko there and married her in July 1951. We found a scrapbook of names and photos of his friends along with a few items his mother saved from the newspaper. I cannot say whether they were all in B company or not.

Here is a list of the last name or full names as I have found them on the photos: Pat Ambercrombie, ? Alveraze (not sure of spelling) (from Puerto Rico), Guy Banner, Ronald K. Davis, Charles Debois, ? Dawson, Capt. ? Dexter, ? Griffis, Sgt. ? Hale, Johnny Hay, Sgt. ? Halzey, John Hughs, ? Jimenize, Lee Morton, ? Maylove or Malone, Jessie Meirs , ? Osolia, ? Miller, PFC ? Mikell (and wife), PFC ? Pedro (black man), ? Shemial, ? Sutton, Jay Twin or Twiss or Twist, Alex Vinstram, ? Williams, Sgt. ? White, Joe Wszlok, Cpl. ? Pina (looks Hispanic), Cpl. ? Hal, ? Upp, and ? Kadaine. Some photos do not have names and I am trying to find out who they are. Some of these names are just listed in a newspaper clipping with no photos. Please contact me by e-mail first so I can send a digital photo. After you verify that it is indeed your Korean vet then I will send you the original photo. I am trying to do this to Honor my Father-in-Law so please be honest.

Keywords: Camp Hakata,first wave, photos, buddies, B company, UN conflict.

Camp Gifu,Japan 1945

Comments: Does anyone recall my grandfather the assistant post commander at Camp Gifu,Japan; Maj.John F."Jack" Casey? 24th Inf Reg Stationed from 1945 until Korean War began.His nickname was "Black Jack" Casey (he was white of course) I wonder if anyone can tell me under what circumstances he received his Bronze Star in Korea? Battles?? Was he any more or less racist than the average 1940's white officer? He retired a Lt.Col and passed away in 1983 of stomach cancer.

Keywords: "Black Jack" Casey,Camp Gifu,Japan,Major Porter (construction),Mr Takenaka(construction contractor),Number "10"(Post handyman)

Robert Anthony Barnes

Comments: I am looking for anyone that knew Robert Anthony Barnes also known as Bobby. He was listed as MiA on Nov 30, 1950. I am helping my father in law learn more about his brother's service/death in Korea. If you know anything about what happened to K Co or any survivors.

Keywords: K Co, Bobby Barnes

Looking for Zenos Atlas

Comments: Looking for fellow infantryman Zenos Atlas.

Have been unable to locate him.

He saved my life on a mountainside after I stepped on a mine near Kaesong.

Would like any information available. Also, like to hear from fellow veterans from our unit 19th Infantry Regiment.

Keywords: Yalu River Inchon Wejon Bu

Name of the ship that wrecked in the Sea of Japan in Nov or Dec of 1951. I was on that ship

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Keywords: I was in company M of the 24th Inf Reg and my unit was being rotated back to the States after deactivation of all black army units in Korea. I have been trying to remember the name of the ship that wrecked and was transporting us, from Pusan to Japan for our retrun trip to the States.

Looking for info on my Grandfather

Comments: My grandfather passed away and I would love to learn more about his history in Korea. he left japan and got to korea in 1950 and was captured in dec of 50 and was a pow until 1953.

Keywords: Benjamin D. Tolerson, company "c", 24th regiment, 25th infantry division. Battles at Baldy, Bloody peak, Taegue, yeachon, etc.Pusan.

Native Americans killed in Korea that were station at FT.Gordon

Comments: Looking for possible relative who was killed in Korea around 1952 who was stationed at Ft.Gordon.

Keywords: Native Americans killed in Korea

A REALITY OF WAR & THE AFTERMATH

Comments: An Earlier Review by Ian Ralston Posted 30 September 2003: Although the title of  Whats A Commie Ever Done To Black People: A Korean War Memory clearly suggests that this book will be about the war recollections of a young African American soldier, this work is in fact more far reaching.  In the first section the author recounts his experiences of training and eventual combat in Korea, in almost forensic detail. The horror of the conflict and its impact on American soldiers, Korean civilians and Korean troops (both North and South) is portrayed in vivid and often disturbing detail. The many and detailed verbal exchanges the author recounts also highlight the contradictions many African Americans troops faced whilst fighting for freedom but at the same time (mainly recounted by the conversations with soldiers from the American deep south) the inequalities and racism faced (back) in America.  In later sections the author recounts his growing awareness of the world outside the USA. Consequently, the text could also be considered a personal rite of passage, yet despite this the reader is often left with the feeling of wanting to know more about the authors life, family and aspirations before joining the military. The sections dealing with his recuperation from injury, court martial and service in Japan, add weight to the authors views regarding the nature of military life. Particularly of significance are the recollections of Japan that seem to draw together both his ability to play the system in order to survive, and to find purpose. His increased awareness of place, his extensive sexual activities (that say much about male attitudes, particularly at time of war) and growing sense of awareness brought on by the experience of war and the military culture are also apparent, though not often comfortable for the reader. This is particularly the case regarding attitudes to women. The point of awareness and sense of identity is highlighted in his discussions with a fellow (African American) soldier over their African heritage and history.  I first took it as a racist insult. How dare he connect me with Africa, me, an American soldier that had proven myself on the battlefield&..later during that night&.I thought of my grandfather& .telling us small kids that his father had told him he was an African& ..then I too was of African descent. The realization startled me. How could I be so stupid? Then I realized it wasnt so much stupidity as ignorance& (page 126) There is also, in the later section of the text, some ominous foreshadowing when the author recounts his service with an airborne unit dropping supplies to the French in Vietnam. Overall, this text makes a valid contribution to not only the study of oral history of war, (particularly the too often neglected area of Korea) but also to studies of masculinity and African American identity. This is achieved essentially through the strongly narrative driven nature of the text.                            

A FLASHBACK, of an incident and conversation that took place 53 years ago, while station in southern Japan.In the beginning, I, like many other teenage soldiers, had volunteered in a quest for adventure. I also volunteered to be a paratrooper and was trained to jump from ?ying aircraft's and kill people if ordered to do so. For a moment my thoughts drifted back to my base and the occasion when I, along with two other troopers, would practice throwing knives. We would do it just to kill time, but it was a favorite thing with us and we got very good at it.  Barbarians? Yes, we had been taught to kill like barbarians when called on to do so. There was no denying it. But to me, then approaching my nineteenth year of existence, it was just a way of life.I began telling Kaeko how we had been taught from infancy to serve our country, even to the point of sacrificing our lives if need be. I told her that as young boys we were told there was no greater honor than to die on the ?eld of battle, fighting for freedom and justice for mankind. That was when Kaeko shocked the shit out of me.    "Then, my hero, judging from the actions of your white countrymen, you were ?ghting in the wrong country. You were fighting the wrong people. The people you fought in Korea never harmed you. They never called you coons or monkeys that lived in trees. They never enslaved, raped, murdered, hung, or falsely prosecuted you for the pleasure of doing it. Then after a short pause she added, We Japanese were taught that by divine right we should conquer and rule the Far East. We were taught that our military forces were invincible and that no army or race of people on earth were superior to ours."    The two of us had been lying across our bed near an open window on a hot August day, enjoying the occasional cool evening breeze that blew our way.    After the initial shock of her statement, my ?rst thought was, Could she be a communist? (the buzz word used in the 1950s). But the fact of the matter was she had just told me like it was. We must have lain there an hour before another word was spoken. Then she ?nally said, So you see, my lover, we are all barbarians when it pleases us." Or when we feel our MIGHT, is MIGHTIER, than others.                                   

 It was 33 years before I could bring myself to speak (later to write) of my experience in korea as a Combat Infantry Rifleman... Thus; My Korean War Memoir of Fighting in the U.S. Army's Last All Black Combat Unit. Psychologically we Black Americans are encouraged from childhood, not to speak or write of our black heroic deeds.. We are encouraged not to do so by our parents, relatives and well meaning friends. The reason is they;re fearful it'll make (White) people uneasy.. So when those amongst us do it, we're accused of boasting, praising the evils of wars, or being some kind of  radical. Some go as far as to say that such stories put wrong ideas in the heads of our younger generation, when in reality it leaves them with a sense of pride, and knowledge of their history. I became aware of that while living  amongst our ancestors in Africa; to this day they sing about the glorious deeds their ancestors performed hundreds years ago in war and peace..Writing this book was one of the most difficult decision of my life. But perhaps it'll serve as an inspiration to other Black-veterans, to tell their stories,, our history.Perhaps, if I had known then at the ages 17, what I know now, I too might've stayed home and remained in school. But I didn't.. I chose the road of adventure, The Creator spared me,, perhaps to add this chapter, to the history of African-Americans in the making of this country; to pass it on, so that all should know,. that the freedom and privilege we now enjoy, many fought and died for it..

http://www.myspace.com/koreanwarmemoir

Keywords: BUFFALO SOLDIERS

friends of ray or sebastian (chico) madrigal

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Keywords: looking for friends or old photos of my dad and his brother, my dad passed away oct 05 and i want more memeoies of him. thanks he was in korea in 1950-1954

Looking for anyone who served company a 24th infantry

Comments: Died November 26, 1953

Keywords: Company A 1st BAttalion 24th Infantry Regment 25th Ifantry division

INFORMATION ON RUDY VELASCO MESA

Comments: Would anyone be able to help me find out more information on my fathers brother named Rudy Velasco Mesa. He was from Silver City, New Mexico. I CO 29 INF RGT 24 INF Div-Army

All my family received according to my dad was that he had been a POW- Killed while captured. That is it.

Date of final Status July 27,1950. I don't know what this means. Date he was no longer accounted for or present with his unit or the actual date he died.

His son and his remaining brothers would like to know more or if anyone knew of him or served with him. Any information would be greatly appreciated.Please contact me if you could help me to locate more information or direct me please.

Thank You. Diana Sackin

Keywords: Seaching Info on RUDY VELASCO MESA

Thomas Lynn Warren C Company - Looking for Friends

Comments: He also remembers he was in company c - 2nd platoon. Anyone who remembers him plese contact us . Thank you.

Keywords: My dads name is Thomas Lynn Warren , his memory is getting bad , he would like to get in contact with other vets that served with him , he is from Mississippi looking for James Riley , Walter O or A ?? < Leon Varner ? Please contact with any info , Thanks

sfc clarence f higginsra 15448918c f higgins

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Keywords: hill 602 pusan river battle rescued 6th mariene div

searching for Info on Maurice O. Townsley (Maury)

Comments: Please help me learn more about my dad..he is deceased now and really never spoke much of the war - and I know very little about his time there. He spoke of being in the Lightning Division; I know that he was decorated with the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, and I know that he hated "that mortar"!! Can you tell me more?? I'd like his grand kids to know more about him (he never got to see them.) Thanks.

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Did anyone know Robert C. Butler?

Comments: My Uncle's name was PFC-E3 Robert C. Butler and served in the U.S. Army - 19 INF Regiment 24 INF Div. His job was Light Weapons Maintanence. He was a proud black soldier in born in 1930. He was killed in action while fighting the enemy in North Korea on 15 Oct 1951. Please let me know if anyone knew him and if there are any available photos. Thank You

Keywords: Robert C Butler, 19 INF Regiment 24, light weapons, North Korea, KIA

Looking for anyone who knew Sgt. Edward Mack Kerr, Korean War

Comments: I'm looking for anyone who knew my grandfather, Sgt. Edward Mack Kerr of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee during the Korean War, especially those with any images of him. He served in Korea from 1951-1952. His primary job was plotting the courses of mortar rounds. If you have any information, please contact me at roadsidebandit@hotmail.com

Thanks,

Clint Alley

Keywords: 5th RCT Korea edward mack kerr tennessee 1951 1952 mortar

Sergeant Major William J. Davidson

Comments: I was stationed with MSG William J. Davidson in Germany in 1962-63 in the Military Police. I remember that he had served in the 24th Inf. Regt. during the Korean War. I saw him again in Atlanta in 1965 and in Vietnam in 1968 while he was a Sergeant Major with the US Army Stockade in Long Binh. If anyone knows whatever happened to him, please contact me.

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Looking for anyone who knew Clifton Polen

Comments: Looking for anyone who knew my father, Clifton Polen. His nickname was Squeezer. He was from Northern Virginia and loved to play baseball.

Keywords: His nickname was Squeezer. Have a picture of him with some friends named: Brennolk, Parker, Randolph, Kennedy.

FRIENDS OF PAUL WITTMAN

Comments: Looking for buddies of Paul "Whitey Wittman who served in Korea in the 24th Infantry, 3rd Battalion, K Company, 5th RCL for reunion

Keywords: Paul "Whitey" Wittman

looking for members 2nd battalion 24th inf regt.

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looking for friends of Cpl James L. Harvey

Comments: lOOKING FOR ANYONE THAT SERVED WITH CPL JAMES L. HARVEY OF PHILADELPHIA, PA BY WAY OF FREMONT,NC.

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LOOKING FOR FELLOW SOLDIERS. WHO SERVED WITH ME IN KOREA

Comments: I AM A GODLY PROUD BLACK SOLDIER,WHO SERVED MY COUNTY WELL.

Keywords: FIVE MAJOR BATTLES IN KOREA.FROM 1950-1951. MY UNIT I&R PLATOON HQ CO 3RD BATTLION 24INF 25DIV. BUFFALO SOLDIER.

In Honor of my Father, William L. Hamilton, 2nd Platoon, Fox Co, 24th Reg - wounded 12/10/50

Comments: For My Dad; My Hero...may he rest in peace, 4/19/2005

My father came from meager beginnings. His mother died from complications related to giving him birth. As a result, he was reared by his aunt and uncle in Clairton, Pennsylvania, where, even as a child, he worked long hours in the local steel mills and coalmines.

At seventeen he joined the Army. Assigned to one of the last segregated units of the US Army, the 24th Regiment of the 25th Infantry Division, my father was witness to man’s inhumanity to man; he saw combat in Korea and was wounded in action before his nineteenth birthday.

He served his country, was wounded for his country, yet, even while in uniform, he was denied a seat in a diner because of the color of his skin. All these things served to make him the man he was in his youth…strong and determined, yet hardened and sometimes angry.

Yet in spite of this, my father accepted the fear of the Lord as the beginnings of his wisdom. And, as a consequence, was able to let go of the pain and hurt that too often afflicts those unwilling to pardon the past.

He became a gentle man. His words were encouraging; his eyes always squinted with happiness, and his touch conveyed empathy and sincerity.

He had a servant’s heart; always willing to lend a hand to those that needed help or offer an ear to those that needed to be heard. He did as he would want done to him, without refrain or prejudice, for he knew he was not better than any other. And in so doing, he was no better than any other, just different than most...he was a good man.

What my father learned and tried to live by the grace of God is this: it matters not that we face the flames of adversity; for adversity, itself, is inevitable. Rather, what matters are how those flames forge the mettle of our character. And, it matters not whether we stumble; for, as humans, we are bound to fall. Rather, what matters is, having learned from our faults, that we stand again and finish the race well.

Through the Refiner’s fire, my father’s character was forged with humility, for he understood that “the Lord gives undeserved kindness to the humble.” He knew that our days on Earth are given on “borrowed” time, so he lived each one as his last. And on his final day, he showed neither fear nor regret; rather, while in the arms of his beloved wife he spent his final breaths giving thanks with the words: “I love you... love you...I love you.”

To the end he endured. He was a good husband, an endearing father and grandfather, a trusted friend, and for me, an unforgettable hero, for he finished his race well.

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Harold Ellenburg

Comments: my father inlaw is ellenburg,harold r. he is looking for people that served with him in korea.and for a guy with the last name of hadly

Keywords: 24th light infantry korea 1954-55

24th light infantry korea 1954-55

Comments: IM trying to find friends for my father in law that were in korea 24th light infantry korea 1954-55

Keywords: 24th light infantry korea 1954-1955

Honor of the 24th.Infantry Regiment

Comments: Hello all I am happy that they have given the HONOR back to the 24th.Infantry Regiment for to long so many yaers the Army try to degrade the 24th.Inf.Reg. I know they History of the 24th and it was a great unit.I would like to put your site on my Vietnam web site. Thanks for serving your Courty. From Ed Lyons 25th.Infantry Division U.S. Army Combat Veteran.

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anyone know Richard T. Sweet

Comments: Searching for anyone who knew our dad. served during korean conflict. Received 3 bronze stars, we knew dad was quiet, but when the veterans admin sent a plaque commorating his service and said he was awarded 3 bronze stars? we never knew. He only talked about his buddies occ. jack martin was one i recall. Dad was discharged in 52 or 53 .

Keywords: korean conflict 1951-1953 richard t sweet 25th or 125th

Compnay K, 33rd Regiment 1952-1954

Comments: My father served in Korea. I want to find people who served with him. I want some pictures that honor him and others that served with him.

Keywords: 25th Infantry Division - Army, Company K, 33rd Regiment, Korean War 1952-1954

Looking for people who knew my brother

Comments: I am looking for someone who knew my uncle. My story is that my I am member of a motorcycle club called the Buffalo Solider, just found out that my uncle was in one of the well know regiments.

Keywords: 24th infantry

reunion for 53d counterfire platoon

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who trained at Ft Benning,Ga witrh the 52nd,53rd or 54th counter fire units during Apr.,May and June of 1951who later deployed to Korea

Keywords: Hill 749

Did anyone know Charlie Arbuckle?

Comments: Charlie Arbuckle passed away recently, and my Uncle Eric asked me if I may be able to put his medals together along with his collar brass and some other momentos. I'm building a shadow box and I want to give it to my Grandmother. I am looking for anyone who may have known him. His full name was Charles Henry Arbuckle, he was born in 1927. If any of you remember him please write, any information would be welcome.

Keywords: Charlie said he was with the 24th RCT and saw combat with them until 1953. He was awarded several bronze stars. He was busted from E-6 to E-1 in 1953 for drinking with some buddies.

Chaplain John W. Handy, Jr. (Col. USA ret)

Comments: Looking for men who knew my father

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Anyone that knew William Bill Johnson

Comments: Looking for anyone that knew my oldest brother William David (Bill) Johnson, from Cleveland, Tenn. Killed in Korea Nov 1950. Please, someone help me know a brother I never knew or met. I was born in July 1950, and by the time Bill received the letter from home explaining what his baby brother was named, Bill was killed. I'm a retired CSM, with over thirty years of active service. Need this help to heal.

Thanks CSM(R)Roscoe L. Johnson Jr.

Keywords: I believe assigned to the 24th IN, 25th IN Div

1951 Member of 24th Inf Regiment

Comments: I enlisted in the U.S. Army on April 17, 1951 and was part of an Army "experiment" which amounted to moving enlistees (mostly 17 and 18 year olds) from all over the country in early 1951 to Schofield Barracks, Hawaii where we were given basic training, reduced by 4 weeks. It was alleged that this "experiment" was designed to quickly replenish the significant loss of lives in US Army fighting units in Korea, losses ostensibly caused by the irresposible mis-management of Senior Military, noticeably Gen MacArthur, by President Truman. Our cadre were members of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, a Japanese unit, which had fought with uncommon distinction and valor in WWII. After basic training, we were given a week off in Hawaii, with direct orders not to leave the island to return to the mainland during that week. We were then transported to Japan where we were armed/outfitted at Camp Drake and were transported to Korea where we were then loaded onto LSTs and entered Korea via the waters of Inchon, in the vicinity of the 38th parallel. Blacks were dispatched to fighting units in the 24th Infantry Regiment and immediately were engaged with the enemy with those units. Not long afterward, the 24th was disbanded by Presidential Order, as an act to end the use of segregated units in the U.S. Military. I was assigned to an infantry company in the 35th Infantry Regiment where I was in operations with that Regiment until I was rotated 10 1/2 months later, in the middle of June, 1952, reaching Adak, Alaska aboard a transport ship on July 4, 1952. I served out my remaining 3 year enlistment at Fort Lewis, WA, being discharged on April 16, 1954 in the grade of E-5, Staff Sergeant. I was frostbitten in my hands, and then later in my feet. Following the distribution of "Mickey Mouse" boots, practically all frostbitten feet came to an end. I later lost my eye sight and sent to a Receiving Station to be treated. About 2 - 3 weeks later, my sight returned and I was returned to my unit. Paper work to award me the Purple Heart was never processed and the medal was never awarded. Attempts to correct this have been unsuccessful due to the lost of my personnel records.

Keywords: Entered Korea via Inchon in fall of 1951. Was assigned later to an Infantry Company in the 1st or 2nd Battalion. Because of the fire in 1963 at the Personnel Records Center in St Louis, I have been unable to get a copy of my military records.

Information on Sgt. Cornelius Charlton

Comments: Looking for information on Sgt.Cornelius Charlton for a book project.

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Comrades of Elmore Edwards

Comments: Im attempting to find as much history on my grandafather and his actions during the Korean War, in the 24th Inf. Reg. Im a US Marine and the battle history of my family is ver yimportant to me. If their is anyone who can help me I would be EXTREMLY greatful. Thank you Semper Fidelis

Keywords: Little Casion, Porkchop Hill

Prisoners of War

Comments: I am working on a book on African American Prisoners of War and would be interested in speaking with any POWs willing to share their stories with me. Please contact me at 816-501-4817 or via e-mail at tom.ward@rockhurst.edu

Keywords: African American POWs

Wesley G. Derrick

Comments: Death notification indicates he was killed in action at Pack-Cha-Dong, Korea on 11/11/50. I would like information from anyone who knew Wesley or who served in his unit at the time.

Keywords: Member of "L" Company, 3rd Bn,27th Infantry Regimental Combat Team.

Looking for Korean War Veterans

Comments: I am a graduate student in history at the University of Tennessee. My dissertation topic is Korean War Veterans and focuses especially on what the veterans did when they returned home. I am looking for veterans willing to complete a survey or be interviewed about how they went to Korea and how the war shaped their ideas about things at home (Cold War, Civil Rights, the GI Bill, etc.) I would also be grateful for any stories you would be willing to share. Thank you.

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24TH inf.regt 25 div.

Comments: serve from 46-to 1948 i e shima,okinawa,naka japan

Keywords: buffalo solder regt.

Did anyone know Fred Marlowe?

Comments: Fred Marlowe would have been my uncle. My father was his youngest brother and he often talks about him. He died in Korea on July 12, 1950 and I thought if any living veterans remembered him it would be nice to hear what he was like etc.He was in the 21st Infantry Regiment,24th Infantry div.

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old comrades

Comments: IF ANYONE RECOGNIZES THESE NAMES PLEASE EMAIL ME. YOUR HELP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED.

Keywords: CHARLES R. BLACKSHEAR aka DR. TOAD WALTER & DANIEL HOLT PAUL L. CHRISTIAN DANIEL BROWN JESSIE FERREL STANLEY DIGGS JOHN HENRY FOSTER JAMES C. MOTEN SHIRLEY JOHNSTON

Sgt or SSG John William Moses

Comments: My Grandfather SGT (SSG) John Moses passed away recently. He didn't talk much of his time in Korea, but we had touched upon it a few times. My grandmother gave me his flag, and I wanted to know if anyone knew him during that time. I believe the years were 1952-1954(?) Anyway, I'm not sure how much help this will be. I only knew it was the 24th because of a plaque on the wall.

Thank you.

Keywords: Moses, 24th Infantry

Helping a friend locate buddie

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Keywords: Clarence Sale is looking for two buddies that he served with during the Korean war. The year would have been 1952 -1953. The would be 70 - 72. The most he can remember is there last names. Carson who was from the town of Blackstump, IL. and Jackson from Alabama. I know that this is not alot to go on, but any little bit if information would be wonderful. Thank you to all that served to keep our country free..

LOOKING FOR MY GOOD FRIEND GILBERT C MEEKS

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Keywords: I was always call Dennis, We were in Fort Hood Tex. in 1952-1953

Did anyone know Benjamin Plater? F Co MIA

Comments: MIA--April 16, 1951

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Looking for anyone who served with my father. In was in the 24th Div.19th regi. 3 btn, Co. K

Comments: Help me find my daddy's buddies! He would love to hear from all of you!

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Looking for carl radcliff

Comments: would like to surprise his family with any info.

Keywords: looking for a carl radcliff that was killed in the war in the early 1900s, was probably a muscian or had talent

Cornelius Charlton

Comments: Cornelius Charlton was in the Korean war. I know he is a part of my family I just don't know where he falls in at. I think he is a cousin. Anyway my family is from west Virginia. This is the same place he is from. Everybody who could have told me about him is deceased. if you know anything about his background I would really appreciate it if you would fill me in. Thank you so so much!

Keywords: korean war, the ship named after him is USNS CHARLTON T-AKR 314

Easy Company 5th RTC Hill 303 1950-1954

Comments: I am assisting a friend in finding fellow soldiers that were assigned to the 5th RTC (Easy Company) in the early 50's. He was involved in a battle ath Hill 303. Col Ward was his Battery Commaner He also remembers a Lt Jackson. A Back soldier who earned the a Silver and Bronze Star and a Purple Heart. He was also attached to the 24th or 25th Infantry Division. If anyone has any information please call (253) 278-1424 My name is SSG Roosevelt A. Wiggins JR. (253) 589-8825.

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Information on my father's service

Comments: Upon my father's death the military records he kept so meticuosly have been scattered. I know that he served in the Pacific Theater, Korea and Viet-Nam. My father was also a member of the Montford Point Marines Association. He was a Gunnery Sergeant at the time of his retirement. I would love to hear from anyone familiar with his duty as a United States Marine. I believe his active service period was from 1942-1967, after his second tour of duty in Viet-Nam. I know that he was in Supplies and Logistics, and received a plauque from the Third Recon Staff upon his retirement.

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Any one remember Him?

Comments: Does anyone Remember Louis Talafuse? Born, 1930 Served in Navy for 9 years during the Korean Conflict

Keywords: Does anyone Remember Louis Talafuse? Born, 1930 Served in Navy for 9 years during the Korean Conflict

Heavy Mortar Co. 24th Rct 25th Div

Comments: I am looking for anyone who served in the 25th Div.24th Rct, Heavy mortar company between november 1950 and septenber 1951

Keywords: HEAVY MORTAR COMPANY 24TH RCT,25TH DIV

MSG JAMES B. WILLIAMS, SR.

Comments: My father, James B. Williams, Sr. was a POW who died while captured. I was born in May, 1949 and his unit was sent to Korea about a year later. He won a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart while serving in Korea and I am very, very proud of him.

He and my mother wrote to each other almost everyday while he was on the frontlines---or at least as often as he could. On or about December 2, 1950 he was captured by the enemy and died about six months later---as far as we know. His last letter was sometime in January of 1951 written while in captivity and under duress. The letter was very brief and acknowledged that he was now a POW.

I hardly knew him and although I have pictures of he and I (as a baby), I never really got to know him. If the reader has any information about him or his time in Korea or the POW camps, I would love to hear from you at the e-mail address above.

Also, if anyone can tell me how to get his military records and a replacement Bronze Star and Purple Heart, I would really appreciate it

Jim Williams jimmwill13@earthlink.net

Keywords: 24TH INFANTRY RGT 25 INF DIV

CPL Ted C.Young

Comments: My father, CPL Ted C. Young, a member of Co. I 24th Infantry Regiment 25th Division passed away after a long illness at age 73. I am very proud of my father and the service he did for our country.

Thomas J. Young

Keywords: Co I 24th Infantry Regiment 25th Division, Korea

OLD COMRADES

Comments: Looking for old comrades that served in the 24th Inf. Regt, 25th Inf Div. between the periods of October 1946 to Jan. 1949

Keywords: Camp Majestic

Looking for camp 4 & 5 POWs

Comments: Taken POW on Jan 01 1951. Released in 1953, Retired in 1962. Lives in Puerto Rico, fast loosing his vission and hearing but mind still sharp!

Keywords: Nicknames (Blackie, Cuco, Chief)

Looking for information

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8TH ARMY 24TH INFANTRY CO 'C'

Comments: Looking for anyone who may have served with my father THEODORE SURGENER

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8TH ARMY 24TH INFANTRY CO 'C'

Comments: Looking for anyone who may have served with my father THEODORE SURGENER

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information on black korean war vets

Comments: I am a lawyer of thirty years who took early retirement to obtain a history degree, something i have always wanted to achieve ... am doing research paper on the experiences of black soldiers during korean war ... if anyone would be interested in being interviewed [eyewitnesses are considered "primary sources" and worth weight in gold to historians] please let me know ... thank you, mike williams

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Looking for E company 19th infantry regiment 24th infantry division

Comments: Anyone knowing of Edward H Smith, E company, 19th infantry, 24th regiment, who died in Korea on April 13, 1951. Please contact me.

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LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW MY FATHER KENNETH ROLLINGS

Comments: I am looking for anyone who may have served with my father, Kenneth H. Rollings. He served in WWII, and fought on New Guinea. If anyone served with him, please contact me. Thank you.

Keywords: 24th infantry in WWII, fought on New Guinea

looking for buddies

Comments: looking for friends i served with

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PFC Jimmy Cloughly

Comments: I am trying to find out some information about my uncle. He was 20 yr old when KIA near Kumcho. He was from Graham, Oklahoma. I know that he received a Silver Star after his death. I am his only neice or nephew who knew him. I would like for my children to know something about him. If anyone knew Jim or had any other information about him, please contact me. A buddy of Jim's retrieved a letter from Jim's pocket to be sent home if he should be killed. I do not know who this buddy was, but I thank him for taking the time and effort to send the letter on home. I have a copy of it from the local paper of the time. He believed he was fighting for the right reasons. I thank him and all the others before and since him.

Keywords: 21 INF RGT, 24 INF DIV KIA Sept. 1950

Wolf Hounds Korean War 25th Infantry Division

Comments: Looking for buddies I served with in Yokahoma Japan and Korean. Wolfhound. Some called me "Chief" because I was native american. My buddy Paul found me after several years. Looking for Ken Frey and John Flannery who I also served with. Anxious to hear from someone.

Keywords: wolf hounds, general Mcarthur, military police, Yokahoma Japan

Robert Corley

Comments: Did anyone know my Father, Robert Rowe Corley? His hand was wounded in 1952 thereabouts and he went to hospital in Oaho to recuperate, then came home & got married, I was born in 1954. Did anyone know him?

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searching for info on my grandpa

Comments: in 1951 my grandfather was shipped to korea on the USS GENERAL BLACK (or so we think that is the name of it) while there he was in the 25th infantry 8th field artillery headquarters company... i would appreciate it if someone would contact me with some information about any of this... i feel like i have hit a dead end.. hoping there is some way to find out more since he rarely talks about it feels like a big dark secret. Hope someone can assist me with my search because i am completely dedicated to finding out all i can about this part of his life

Keywords: 25th infantry 8th field artillery, headquarters co

5th regimental combat, 6th tank battalion, 24th infantry division

Comments: My dad is Ed Gayheart, his records were destroyed in a fire and he is trying to reconstruct information verifing he was in Korea in the 6th tank bn. He is trying to get disability from the VA. It drives me nuts to see my father with nightmares and all he has dealt with and having to prove he was there because of a fire. If anyone remembers him please contact me. I would appreciate it and I know he would. Thank you from a Korean vets daughter. God Bless you all and Thank you for your sacrifices!

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Info on Jarrett W. Radcliff

Comments: Looking for any information on my father (then PFC Jarrett (Jay) W. Radcliff). He was wounded 16 Sept 50, in South Korea. I believe he was awarded a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart.

Keywords: Div HQ, 25th Inf Div

Fox Co. 24th Reg 25th Div....William L Hamilton

Comments: See below for further information pertaining to my father's history in Korea.

Thanks

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Fox Co. 24th Reg 25th Div....For my Dad

Comments: Until recent times, my father rarely spoke of his actions in Korea. I believe he was a BAR-man in the 1st or 2nd platoon, Fox Co.

In Dec. 1950, he was wounded in the face by Chinese grenade shrapnel. He was evacuated and spent his recovery in Japan and Battle Creek Michigan before going on Dental Tech school and serving the rest of his 25 years in the service.

In his waning years, I'm sure my father would appreciate any information regarding his comrades-in-arm that served with him in Korea.

Thank you very much and God bless.

Keywords: Hamilton, Fox Co, Chosin

Comments: LOOKING FOR BUDDIER FROM CO.H. 19TH INF REGT. 24TH INF DIV THAT WERE STATION AT CAMP CHICAMAGUA BAPPU JAPAN EARLY 1949 TO JULY 4,1950

Keywords: FROM THE PUSAN PERIMITER TO YALU RIVER AND BACK TO THE 38TH PARALLEL. ARRIVED KOREA JULY 4, 1950

Looking for Buddies,to Bill Bocker 24 div ww11

Comments: All i know is bill hooked up with the 24th sept 1944 after we come up with a blank love to here frtom anyone who was there at that time

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Comments: I want to get any information on the medals and citations they received and anyone who remembers him. He just passed away in Boston 3-18-03 and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery and that was a GREAT HONOR to be able to make sure that was done for him, after many years of dedicated service to this country.

Keywords: Looking for information on the 24th Regiment 25th Division. My father served 20yrs and was stationed in Japan 1954-1955ish Frankfurt, Berlin, Germany 1967 I'm unsure of the state side post.

Looking For Information

Comments: I'm looking for information on the 24th Regiment, 25th Division. My father SFC Harold L. Dennis served 20yrs and just passed away 3-18-03. I would like to get information on the medals, and citations the group recieved during their tour of duty.

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Looking for Schapher from Texas

Comments: Father Carl knew a man from Texas. He only remembers the first name Schapher. Not sure if this is spelled correctly.

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Looking for Willis Thomas

Comments: Looking for any Korean War survivor who may have known Willis Thomas, from Emporia, (Greensville County), VA. He died November 26, 1950, two weeks before I was born.

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A Co, 1st Bn, 24th Inf Regt - Korea

Comments: Mr. Tyler served in the Korean War from the spring 1950 to the fall of 1952. His records were destroyed by fire and are no longer available. I have informaton to show service from 1950 to 1960. These records indicate his total service was with the USAF, however he contends that his initial service was with the U.S. Army and that he did not join the USAF until his discharge from the army. What he needs is any infromation that will confirm his tour of duty as a Combat Infantryman in Korea to help support a disability claim with the VA.

Keywords: Harvester Tyler

Info on Billy E Smith 24th Infantry Division

Comments: The family was once told "unofficially" that Billy Earl Smith was killed during the Korean Death March. He is still listed as MIA. Looking for information. Any help would be appreciated.

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George Ernest Wells

Comments: I am looking for information about my Father, George Ernest Wells (Sergeant First Class). He served in Company C, 5th RCT, 8th Army "Bastard Battalion). I Was told his Company served with the 24th until Feb 1952, when the 24th was sent to Japan. His company was then (possibly) attached to the 25th. I again want to Thank all the Fellas who have helped me with my quest thus far!!!My Dad rarely spoke of his time in Korea. We found out after his death (9/1/97) that he had been awarded 2 Bronze Stars. He was never one to wave his own flag. He suffered from terriable nightmares. We never dared to touch him while he was sleeping.(He came up swinging) He served with a fella that had a saying, "When I die I'm going to heaven for lunch, if I don't see your smiling faces...I'm going to hell to join the bunch." Maybe this will jog some memories. Dad's Company was sent into Koje-do POW Camp during the riots. This involved hand to hand combat. Dad served out the rest of his tour in Belvoir Virginia. He trained soldiers in demolition and trained new recruits for their Korean tour.My Dad was a solid 5ft 8in. He had auburn hair and green eyes. He could be as mean as nails with a hot temper. He didn't take crap from anyone!! He was always an honest man....I never knew him to tell a lie. He spoke it like he thought it. This did not endure him to a lot of people. He was courageous! He would be the best man to have at your side in battle!! My hope is to eventually make connect with someone that served with Dad and knew him. I want to know everything I can about my Dad....(good or bad) Please if you knew my Dad or maybe have contact with someone that might have....contact me!!! Thanks so much! Norma

Keywords: George Ernest Wells was in Company C, 5th RCT, 8th Army.He served in Korea from 8/5/51 to 8/16/52. I Was told his unit was attached to the 24th Infantry Division.(at least until Feb 52 when 24th was moved to Japan)

Comments: I WOULD LIKE TO COMMUNICATE WITH ANYONE THAT WAS AT CAMP GORDON AT THIS TIME FRAME, 1943 TO 1945. HIS NAME WAS LAWRENCE GORDON.THEY WERE DEPLOYED TO N. AFRICIA IN '43 ENGLAND'44, FRANCE'44 AND BACK IN THE USA IN '45.

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Comments: I WOULD LIKE TO COMMUNICATE WITH ANYONE THAT WAS AT CAMP GORDON AT THIS TIME FRAME, 1943 TO 1945. HIS NAME WAS LAWRENCE GORDON.THEY WERE DEPLOYED TO N. AFRICIA IN '43 ENGLAND'44, FRANCE'44 AND BACK IN THE USA IN '45.

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Elmo (Butch) Donaho

Comments: Butch Donaho was with the 24inf 25div. He was killed 9-1-50. Does anyone know anything about how he died? Does anyone remember him? He was my husband's uncle. All relatives are gone that would remember him. My husband was born in Oct. after Butch died in Sept. Everyone always talked about Butch. I would like for my children to know more about him.

Keywords: personal friends

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION REGARDING 1ST LT. WILLIAM JAMES 'BILL' FINLEY

Comments: I am interested in details of the battle in which my father, 1st Lt. William James "Bill" Finley, was killed. He died near Kidong, Korea on September 15, 1950. He served with the 24th Infantry Regiment of the 25th Infantry Division. He was from Lubbock, Texas, and served in the Army Reserves at FT. Knox, Kentucky before orders to Korea.

He was awareded the Silver Star, posthumously.

This website is greatly appreciated and valued by all of us who lost men whom we love and wish to remember.

Keywords: 1st Lt. William James "Bill" Finley

Did you know Otto Hoes?

Comments: My dad was in the 25th infantry he was in mortars and he has not talked to anyone he knew in Korea since returning home. If you knew him please E-mail me at Lddonvido@yahoo.com

Keywords: MY email Lddonvido@yahoo.com if you knew Ssgt Otto m. Hoes

Searching for info on the 25th

Comments: My father fought in Korea, and never wanted to talk about it with me. I have his photo album now that he's gone, and I want to find out all I can about this part of his life...that he never wanted to tell me about...thanks.

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25th Div 14th Regment

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25th Infantry Division Korea

Comments: Looking for any information on 25th Infantry Division during the Korean War. Tommy Jones was my father-in-law. He never wanted to talk about it. Looking for any information from that time period for that division

Thank you, B Ishee

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ANYONE SERVE W/JOSEPH COOPER PO W FROM DETROIT? FAMILY SEEKS INFO. HE WAS NEVER RETURNED TO US !

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DID YOU SERVE WITH MY GRANDFATHER

Comments: COLONEL HAMILTON THORN COMMANDED THE 24TH.INFANTRY REGIMENT IN W.W.II. I'VE BEEN TOLD THEY FOUGHT AT GUADACANAL. DID ANY OF YOU SERVE WITH HIM OR KNOW HIM?

Keywords: MY GRANDFATHER'S NICKNAME WAS "HAM"

MY FATHER EMAMUEAL MELON

Comments: i,m looking for some one who served with my dad in korea he never talked much about the war but I know his unit went thru hell.i'm trying to find out more about his unit and what they did I can know longer ask him he passed away on 20 jan 02 if you served with him please write back thank you Mike

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Heartbreak ridge (Leon Laskey)

Comments: I am looking for anyone who knew Leon Laskey of the 25th Infantry Division, 36th Infantry Regt, 6th army(special ops) during the Korean War. He was one of the 25 men selected to guard Gen. Eisenhower when he was in Korea. He was also awarded the purple heart and was only in the military for about 2 years. If you have any info please contact me.

Keywords: Heartbreak Ridge, 25th Infantry Division, 36th Infantry Regt. 6th army

William J. Winchester

Comments: My grandfather was captured at the beginning of the war 1950. We were informed that he died in 1951 and was buried behind a hospital. If anyone have any information, pictures, or details about him please contact me. His wife was had their only child in December of 1951. They had a son who is anxious for information about his father. Thank You.

Keywords: POW 24th infintry 25th RGT

Info on Walter M. Chambers service

Comments: My father is now deceased. It would be VERY helpful to me to understand him better, if I could have any information regarding his experiences/service in the Korean War. I have been told that he was a brown belt in karate, and taught it, that he tied the Marine Corps long distance shooting record, that he spent time hidden on islands and sent locations for our troops to fire on by morse code. Possibly did unspecified work with some special forces unit. I don't know what really happened, I was too young to understand. If you knew him, I'd truly appreciate any comments. Thank you.

Keywords: "Slim", martial arts, "spotter" on island, sharpshooter, "special" forces? About 1952-1956? Physical description: 5'10, 150lbs, towhead/lt brown hair, very distinctive blue eyes, very intelligent, Alabama accent

Comments: 24 INF RGT INF DIV

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My Dad

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LOOKING FOR RONALD P BECKER

Comments: I am looking for Ronald P. Becker he was in Korea 52-53 in the Wolfhound Regiment. He was from Itasca IL. His wifes name is Marlys. Please help with any info. Thank You Dave Westerman

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Please Help Me Find.....

Comments: Been searching for old friends to see who is still with us and if there is a reunion planned. Please contact me ASAP. Thank you.

Keywords: Looking for Kenneth Renoden and John P. Coonash

LOOKING FOR LT. DARWIN 'TALLY' TALAFUSE

Comments: He was at Heartbreak Ridge in December of 1952 3 months after the famousheartbreak battle. I am his grandson looking for some unknown information about my grandfather. I know very little do to lack of information. Please if you know anything contact me.

Keywords: Lt.Talafuse served in the 25th division and went to Korea in December of 1952 he was known as "Tally" his full name was Darwin Dain Talafuse

L Co William Huff, Hvy Mortars

Comments: I AM LOOKING FOR: WILLIAM HUFF HEAVY MORTAR CO., I BEEN LOOKING ON ANY INFORMATION ON HUFF SINCE I RETIRED FROM THE ARMY. ANY HELP IN LOCATING HUFF WOULD BE APPRECIATED, HE WAS MY BEST BUDDY

Keywords: BROOKLYN, NICKNAME

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Comments: My Father was a foot soldier in the korean war,He was a machine gunner until hit by a morter.He did time in soel,he is still around and trying to meet a buddy if possible.

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Robert Hoover

Comments: Anyone who knew Robert Hoover, I would like to gather some information to give to my family. We have a reunion every year and would like to give them the info then. Thank you, God Bless.

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Looking for Information on Hezekiah Mills a member of 24th Infantry during the Korean War

Comments: Looking for information on my grandfather Mr. Hezekiah Mills. I found out that he was a member of the 24th Infantry during the Korean War.

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MERLIN 'JACK' HAMILTON BECAUSE I'M HIS SON

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Author, Than & Now

Comments: WHAT’S A COMMIE EVER DONE TO BLACK PEOPLE? A Korean War Memoir of Fighting in the U.S. Army's Last All Negro Unit (formerly known as BUFFALO-SOLDIERS) Published by McFarland Publishers Inc.,... Photographs, index ISBN 0-7864-0333-0 1997

Author's Biography...

Curtis J. Morrow at age 17 (1950) enlisted in the U.S. Army; on completion of basic training was sent to Fort Belvoir Virginia for demolition training. During that training he learned of the so-called police action taking place in Korea, and like many other young troopers, cut short his training by volunteering for combat duty there. On December 4, Mr. Morrow was assigned to the 24th Infantry Regiment Combat Team as a rifleman where he served for nine months. Twice wounded, he was awarded the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, and four Battle Stare. His last two and a half years was served in Kyushu Japan, with the 8081st, Airborne & Packing Company, of the 187th RCT. There he attended jump-school and became a Paratrooper. In 1954 Mr. morrow was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. He now speaks at schools and is frequently a guest on radio talk shows and occasionally, television. He is also a founding member of the 24th Infantry Regiment Association of Illinois. A member of the Veteran of Foreign Wars, the Korean War Veterans Association and the American-Legion. He's very active in promoting the history of African-American participation in the military history of America; and have had several article published in Chicago's newspaper.

At present Mr. Morrow is working on children stories, using African mythology; and promoting his two publishes books, What's a Commie Ever Done to Black People? and Return of The African American (a memoir of his eleven years in Ghana West-Africa). While there (1966) he was adopted by an Ashanti-Paramount Chief and bestowed the name of “Achampong.” and thereafter called, “Kojo Achampong.”

Mr. Morrow have recently (March 6 through the 14th, 2001) returned from a reminiscing trip to South Korea, in memory of a famous battle his unit, the 24th RCT, spearheaded with an amphibious boat crossing of the Han River. It was to be the final liberation of Seoul, South Korea… i.e., Operation Ripper.

For Information concerning his Reminiscing trip, and Presentations, please visit>>

http://home.talkcity.com/BookmarkBlvd/kojoman/Buff aloSoldier.html

Sincerely, Curtis J. “Kojo” Morrow,

PS: Wars are appreciate

Keywords: Author & One of the last Buffalo-Soldiers.

Augustus Daniels

Comments: My name is Douglas Daniels my father augustus served in korea and I would like to locate some of his old friends who served next to him, especially a man he talks of often bye the name of cavanough. Thank you.

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Yongdon-ni-Usudo-William Davidson

Comments: I am searching for anyone who may have served with my father, William Davidson, in Korea. I know that he was awarded the Bronze Medial for his actions on March 6, 1951. He was a Corporal in the 25th Infantry Division. I would love to know more about him and his Korean war experience. Thank you.

Keywords: 25th Infantry Division, Yongdon-ni-Usudo, Corporatl, March 6, 1951

Pvt William D.Smith

Comments: I am looking for anyone who served with my uncle. KIA July 10, 1950

Keywords: 24 INF RGT 25 INF DIV

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dad's buddies

Comments: MY DAD WOULD LIKE TO HERE FROM ANYONE HE SERVED WITH! please contact me .

Keywords: 25TH INFANTRY DIVISION 8TH FIELD ARTILLERY

M Co

Comments: Looking for a copy of 24th Forward :The Pictorial History of the Victory Division in Korea book. Can someone help me get a copy?

Keywords: 24th M company

THERE'S STILL HOPE!

Comments: LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW MY FATHER PVT THOMAS E. PARRISH. US ARMY NORTH KOREAN WAR 24INF RGT 25INF DIV (KIA) 4/24/51. HE DIED WHEN I WAS FOUR MONTHS OLD.

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Searching in memory

Comments: I am searching for anyone who may have known Robert L. Brown during the Korean War, he was my Uncle. I knew him during my childhood and saw the effect of the war on him, I later went on to serve in Vietnam and understood more of what happened to my Uncle, if possible I would like to know of more specific details of his honorable service. I know from his uniform insignia he served with the 19th of the 25th Infantry which I believe was attached to the 24th Infantry Div. at the time. My Uncle died in 1969 and I believe he thought I hated him, I did'nt, but I did'nt understand his experience. I hope I can find someone who may have served with him and share his experience with me. God bless and Thank-you. Richard Brown

Keywords: Personal Friends

WILLIAM 'WILLIE' WIMBUSH

Comments: William "Willy" Wimbush, a great boxer from Baltimore, I believed was killed in Korea in 1952. His name does not appear on the Maryland Memorial to Korean War Veterans. He was assigned to the 24th Infantry Regiment. Most of his generation wants to know why his name is not listed. My task is to utilize all available sources to secure information on Mr. Wimbush. As far as I and others know, he had no family. I request any member of 24th who receives this message to ask other friends from the unit if they have any information on Mr. Wimbush. I appreciate any info and assistance on this project.

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LOOKIN FOR INFO ON 4-25-51 5TH RCT ANTI-TANK AND MINE PLATOON HQ CO. 2ND BATT. 24TH DIVISION.

Comments: Looking For info on what happened to my Platoon after I was separated and captured.

Keywords: Names of some in combat with me were: Angelo (Greek) Adgia, Sgt. Axel (deceased in prison camp), Doyle Reedy, Pvt. Green

H CO 2ND BN

Comments: change of e-mail from first listing. now it is meaders@rectec.net

Keywords: PUSAN PERIMETER, BREAK OUT AND BEYOND

KOREAN 25TH INF. DIV. 89TH TANK BN CO-'C'

Comments: Vernon Van Scarborough in search of any friends fro the 25 th inf div assoc.. 89 th tank BN - Co "c". He resides in Lufkin, Texas with his wife and would appreciate any contacts from that time. See email above.

Keywords: Van Scarborough was in the 25 th inf. div. Assoc. 89th tank BN- Co "c" and is searching for friends he served with

Looking for Ivan Hayes

Comments: If Ivan is alive, I would very much like to get in touch with him. He served with my brother, Donald Patch at Fort Ord and Korea. Don was Killed in Action on September 22, 1950, and we have had no contact with Ivan, Don's best friend, since Don's death.

Keywords: Donald Patch

Information Exchange Oct. 1950 Oct. 1951

Comments: Personnel I remember are Col. Corley, Sgt. Jerald, Sgt. Johnson, Sgt. Duckworth, Cpl. Horton, Anthony, K. Carroll, King, English, Herman Hatcher, Foster, Edwards, Standfield, Capt Dandridge, Capt. Frazier, Maj. McVay, Capt. Gardner, Crawford, Cpl. Keys, LaPrince, Robinson, Henry Wright, Ivey, Conley, Any information from the listed individuals please contact me.

Through the grace of God we have made it this far.

Keywords: 2nd BN. 24th RCT. 25th Inf. Div. HAN River Crossing, Operation Ripper, Hill #1062, Spearhead 2nd BN., 77th combat Engr BN., 81st Med. Tk. BN. ,159 Fld. Arty. BN., E Co. A & P Plt.

Charles Gleason Dray

Comments: Would love to hear from Charles Dray or anyone having any information about him. My last info. on him was 1951 in Pusan . A friend of both of us saw and visited with him. I think he might have been in the 24th Reg. but am not sure. I served with him in the 226th sig. 1948-1950 when the Korea war started he transferred to the Inf. He served in the Inf. during WW 2 and was a career soldier.He married a girl in Augusta Ga. in 1949,but I can't remember her name. She had an aunt named Mattie Proctor Any info greatly appreicated.

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ANY ONE IN TH 24 TH INFANTRY AND 21ST REGIMENT COMPANY A 3RD PLATOON IN 1953 TO 1954

Comments: please contact me

Keywords: kodjo iland

EX=POW

Comments: Walt Chambers My name is Vernon L. Warren, I served in Korea from the last of July to April 23, 1950. I was a POW from Nov. 27, 1950 to Apr 23, 1953. I was released with operation "Little Switch" when the sick and wounded were repatraited. I spent most of my time in the hosp. I was sent from Korea to Valley Forge Hosp., where I spent another year. M/sgt John Porter, our 1st sgt was also sent to Valley Forge. I would be glad to here from you. We fought a good fight and lived to tell about it. Have a good life! Vernon L. Warren

Keywords: EX-POW

P.O.W. CAMP #5

Comments: MY NAME IS VERNON L. WARREN I SERVED WITH "CHARLIE CO" OF THE DUCE 4 IN KOREA FROM JULY 1950 TO APRIL 1953. NOV. 27TH 1950, THE CHINESE ATTACKED AND OVER RAN OUR POSITIONS AT KUNI-RI. I SPENT 30 MONTH IN A CHINESE POW CAMP WOULD LIKE TO HERE FROM ANYONE WHO WAS THERE IN CAMP #5. I WAS RELEASED DURING OPERATION LITTLE SWITCH IN APRIL 1953.

Keywords: CAMP #5

PFC Augustus H Pitts Jr

Comments: My father, Pfc. Augustus H. Pitts, Jr., of Woodstown NJ, enlisted in the US Army in 1948 and was in the Army of Occupation in Japan until the invasion of Korea, when he was among the first troops sent over there. He was severely wounded and spent the remainder of the war (and a significant time afterwards) at Walter Reed Army Hospital and the VA hospitals in Philadelphia, Lyons NJ and East Orange NJ. He would never speak of his service, and most of the information I have is in bits and pieces. He died in the East Orange VA Hospital. Does he appear on the roster of the 24th Infantry,Regiment, 25th Infantry Division? Thanks for your help. R.H. Pitts, Elkins Park, Pa.

Keywords: Pitts

Rolait Mace KIA

Comments: Searching for anyone who might have been with Rolait Mace, when he got killed.He was in the 24th Inf.Regt. David S. Guy

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A Co

Comments: CO.A,3RD PLATOON

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Comments: 24 INF RGT 25 INF DIV

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Personnel search

Comments: Looking for any personnell that served with the 6th Tank Battalion, 24th Inf. Div. Munsan-Ni Korea.

Keywords: Munsan-Ni

George Blue MIA Died in POW Camp

Comments: If some one can tell me the answer to this question, I have a Korean War MIA bracelet with the name of George J Blue. Ive looked his name up in the data bace and it says he died will he was a POW, but was not repatriated, is he still concidered a MIA?

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SGT WILLIAM G. MCGOWAN

Comments: I AM TRYING TO FIND ANY INFORMATION PERTAINING TO MY GRANDFATHER WILLIAM G. MCGOWN. HE WAS IN THE 24TH INF RGT, 25TH INF DIVISON AND HE WAS KIA ON AUGUST 31, 1950. MY FATHER AND I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATED ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE KNOWN HIM OR HAVE ANY PICTURES OF HIM TO PLEASE CONTACT US. MY FATHER HAS NEVER SEEN HIS FACE NOR A PICTURE. SO ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU

Keywords: 24TH INFANTRY RGT, 25TH INFANTRY DIVISION

Integration

Comments: I am working on my senior thesis at the University of Florida. My project deals with the integration of the military during the Korean War. I am looking for veterans to interview. I have the support of the Oral History Project at UF. Due to transportation constraints I can only conduct face to face interviews with vets in Florida. However, any correspondance with vets who can relate with this issue will be most helpful. If you are interested, or have any information that will be of assistance, please email me at alright@ufl.edu Thanks in advance, Jason

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Looking for others who knew BALTER R. SECHMAN

Comments: Anyone who might have known my father please respond by sending me an email. Thank you

Keywords: buddies--William Pye, Rich Manning, Cartwright, 24th Infantry and 1437th Engr Tdwy Br Company APO 301, Something about Porkchop Hill. Japan 7/49 and Korea 7/50

F Co 1950-51

Comments: 24TH INF RGT

Keywords: Rudolph Dennis Korea 1950-1953 Fox Co 24th inf.

100 Sergeants Major of Color

Comments: Conducting research - Can anyone give me the names of any person that served as the Sergeant Major for any of the "All Black Units" i.e, 24th or 25th Infantry Regiment. Information is needed soonest. e-mail (hhunt6408@aol.com) or fax directly to my home

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Any information on Sergant Curtis Pugh

Comments: I have no data on Curtis Pugh,other than he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. I'd sicerely appreciate any and all details concernig the events leading to the award,his military career,and present where-abouts.

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KIA - 9/20/50 - Felton L. Jamerson - Family Needs Help

Comments: i'm interested in finding out how and where my brother felton l. jamerson was killed during the korean war in 1950. whatever information rendered will be greatly appreciated.

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Dewey D. F. Thomas - Message From Son

Comments: My father Dewey D.F. Thomas was in the 24th forward Inf. Div.

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Vance Austin

Comments: 25TH DIV. 24TH INF. REGT

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Sgt. J.T. Dunn, Silver Star, KIA

Comments: I am seeking information about my uncle, Sgt. J.T. Dunn of the 24th Infantry.

He received the Silver Star(Posthumously) for a deed near Yonil, South Korea on September 11, 1950(1).

He was a white NCO, attempting to save a Black officer. I would appreciate any further information.

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Looking For:

Comments: I am helping my Dad try and find his buddies. He is looking for any imformation on Francis J. Daly.

Any response would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you very much.

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Kunu-ri

Comments: 24th Infantry Reg, 25th Infantry Div, Kunu-ri

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LTC Albert C. Brooks - 24th RCT Association Info

Comments: Former members of the Regiment, and other interested persons who wish to join the 24th Infantry Regimental Combat Team Assn. are requested to contact The National Secretary, Maj(ret) Mary W. Elliott, 28 Stonegate Dr. Mt. Holly, NJ 08060

Keywords: 24th Infantry Regiment

Association Information