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Current Message 1 - May 13, 2009
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Entry: 70160
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3rd Engr Battalion 24th ID Korea 1952

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Duane Mantick wrote on 2009-05-13 04:29:33.0

Comments: Looking for anyone who knew or served with my late father Herbert W. Mantick who was wounded on 15 Jan 1952 near Kumwha. His DD214 showed that he was in Company D, 3rd Engr BN, 24th ID. After unit rotated to Japan, he has a number of photos from the ceremony where he received his Purple Heart along with a Corporal and a Sergeant (three stripes up and one down). One photo is marked indicating their D Co. C.O. was a Capt. Love. Another photo says the officer presenting was a Major Howell. None of the photos has the specific date on them, but from some dates on stateside newpaper notices it would probably have been before early to mid-april. Anyone who served with or knew my dad, please email me at wb9omc@yahoo.com.

Keywords: D company, Kumwha

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Current Message 2 - February 3, 2009
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Entry: 68962
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Bill Iler - Medic

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Mark Iler wrote on 2009-02-03 17:09:20.0

Comments: I'm looking for anyone out there who might have any information about my Father, William D. (Bill) Iler. He served in Korea in the 3rd Engineer Battalion, 24th Division as a medic and earned 2 Bronze Star Medals. He was in Japan in 1948 & 1949 and in Korea in 1950 and 1951. Any information at all would be greatly appreciated - Thank you!

Keywords: 3rd Engineer Battalion, 24th Division

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Current Message 3 - June 10, 2008
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Entry: 66007
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KOREA 51-52 3RD. ENGR. C BN 24 DIV.

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Alvin (Al) Schamberger wrote on 2008-06-10 21:51:46.0

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who remembers me.

Keywords: Glen Shafer & Alton Hicks were also in the same unit. We arrived Pusan & walked to ANSCOM city.

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Current Message 4 - December 25, 2007
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Entry: 63536
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Company A 3rd Engineers

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john sloan wrote on 2007-12-25 17:35:30.0

Comments: I served in 3rd Engineers - Company A and Bn Hqs in 1956 and 1957. I have some photos of the period on web at http://www.xenophon-mil.org/korea.htm. If you recognize anyone in the photos please let me know.

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Current Message 5 - December 15, 2007
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Entry: 63406
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3RD COM.ENR.24THDIV 1957-1958

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mark rynar wrote on 2007-12-15 09:02:13.0

Comments:

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Current Message 6 - November 30, 2007
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Entry: 63238
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Looking for anyone who knows me

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James A. Mathers wrote on 2007-11-30 16:45:21.0

Comments:

Keywords: Plow Boy (Tool Room Keeper)Korea 1953-1954

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Current Message 7 - November 4, 2007
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Entry: 62849
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looking for buddies

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Jimmy Larry Stewart wrote on 2007-11-04 21:08:29.0

Comments: I was in Augsburg Germany late 1966-1969.3rd eng bn d co.I started out driver on apc.then went to driving jeep for motor pool lt.then was on bulldozer,but we didn't have one at that time.last was truck driver. looking for anyone that know me.

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Current Message 8 - November 4, 2007
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Entry: 62848
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looking for buddies

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Jimmy Larry Stewart wrote on 2007-11-04 21:07:36.0

Comments: I was in Augsburg Germany late 1966-1969.3rd eng bn d co.I started out driver on apc.then went to driving jeep for motor pool lt.then was on bulldozer,but we didn't have one at that time.last was truck driver. looking for anyone that know me.

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Current Message 9 - October 31, 2007
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Entry: 62802
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JUST LOOKING

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JAMES GERHART wrote on 2007-10-31 18:26:30.0

Comments: LOOKING FOR ALAN WOOD, SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR, MESSAGE CENTER 1953/ 1954

Keywords: COMMO HILL @ YANGU VALLEY BIG JOE WOODRUFF DON BRAKEMEYER, RED BULL MOODY

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Current Message 10 - October 14, 2007
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Entry: 62599
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Need E Mail Address

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Dan Duff wrote on 2007-10-14 16:00:22.0

Comments: Hi Bill Boyden; Please send me your Email address to me @ my new email address which is dduffsr@frontiernet.net.TTYL Dan

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Current Message 11 - October 12, 2007
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Entry: 62578
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nick karoly wrote on 2007-10-12 12:37:16.0

Comments:

Keywords: served from april 1951 to january 12952

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Current Message 12 - July 13, 2007
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Entry: 61612
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1st Sgt James Francis Dolan

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S.K. Dolan wrote on 2007-07-13 11:45:45.0

Comments: Would like to know if anyone remembers my uncle, James Francis Dolan, a First Sergeant in C Company of the 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion. He was killed in action on July 20th, 1950 near Taejon. I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who may have known him if they would like to email me.

Thanks!

Keywords: 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion, Company C, Taejon, 1950

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Current Message 13 - March 10, 2007
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Entry: 60297
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George D. Libby

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Sharon Saul wrote on 2007-03-10 18:46:35.0

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who knew my Uncle. He was KIA and received the MOH. Would like to know more about him. Thanks

Keywords: Libby, Taejon, July 1950

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Current Message 14 - March 1, 2007
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Entry: 60171
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Seeking friend of my father

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Josie D'Apice wrote on 2007-03-01 14:27:55.0

Comments: Hello, my father's name was Ralph D'Apice, served in the Korean War, 1951-1953, and would like to know if anyone remembers him. Also, am interested in finding out the nick name for this particular company. I'm not sure if he was in the 24th infantry. Please respond if you have any info.

Keywords: US Army, Korea, 1950-1953. Looking for company name (nick name) if there was one for 24th infantry division.

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Current Message 15 - February 26, 2007
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Entry: 60141
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Looking for Jimmy

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Anthony Poleshek wrote on 2007-02-26 14:52:01.0

Comments: Looking for Jimmy Roherty from 3rd Eng Bat 1955-1956 C Company

Keywords:

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Current Message 16 - January 8, 2007
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Entry: 59525
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Recon Section H&S Co 3d(C) Bn, 24th Inf Div

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ALLEN JACKSON wrote on 2007-01-08 19:15:14.0

Comments: E-MAIL ADDRESS UPDATE

Keywords: Pusan-Mason, Naktong, NK & Return. Jul 50 - May 51

5 yrs RA, 21 yrs USAF

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Current Message 17 - October 23, 2006
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Entry: 59331
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Looking for co workers

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WILLIAM F. (BILL) Boyden wrote on 2006-10-23 14:03:40.0

Comments:

Keywords: Searching For WOJG Lorin C Keyes,John H.Church,Harold L Rollet,Leroy M.Betts,John W. Hanson they were members of H/S/Co 3d Engr C Bn 1949-1951 in Japan & Korea would like to speak any of these fellows. Thanks Bill Boyden

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Current Message 18 - January 3, 2006
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Entry: 54987
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c co 3rd e c b 24th div

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Marvin Carpenter wrote on 2006-01-03 15:19:13.0

Comments: I was stationed in Korea Feb1951/Mar/1951 I worked the air compressure truck with a man name Howel, last name forgoten, then was moved to the motor pool as a mechanic. Made PFC then CPL while with the engineers. I am lokin for any one that may remember me.

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Current Message 19 - December 8, 2005
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Entry: 54532
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Need Information

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Brandy Schimmel wrote on 2005-12-08 13:00:12.0

Comments: I am looking for any information on Sergeant Preston C. Carroll he was my grand father and served in the Co. c 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion, 24th Infantry Divison. If you have any information on him please, contact me throught email at brandybls123@aol.com

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Current Message 20 - September 5, 2005
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Entry: 53028
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3rd Engr CombatBn

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Douglas (Doug) delmastro wrote on 2005-09-05 00:00:00.0

Comments: Not sure if my message went out yesterday, I'm looking for anyone who served with me between 1964-1967. we were stationed in Munich Germany,also would like update on the 3rd Engr.Bn.from anyone who reads this message.Thank You,Doug

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Current Message 21 - September 4, 2005
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Entry: 53009
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looking for info

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Doulas DelMastro wrote on 2005-09-04 00:00:00.0

Comments: I served in the 3rd engr. bn.between 1964 and 1967,Ihave been trying to find out where the 3rd is today,is it still attached to the 24th? second is there anyone on this site that may have served with me?

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Current Message 22 - June 22, 2005
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Entry: 51650
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Ralph Falconi wrote on 2005-06-22 00:00:00.0

Comments: Was stationed in Munich at the Henry Kaserne from 1958 to 1960. Was a "peace time soldier" but stationed 65 miles from Warsaw Pact troops, estimated to have over 100 divisons.

Keywords: Radio operator, Morse Code, Hohenfels, Grafenwehr, Alerts, beer hall, Oktoberfest, Munich, Henry Kaserne, Goethe Strasse, Cracker Box. Would like to contact anyone in the Commo section or anybody who remembers me.

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Current Message 23 - March 9, 2005
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Entry: 49486
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Guillermo Garcia KIA 9-2-50

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Nancy Jackson wrote on 2005-03-09 21:17:01.0

Comments: I believe Guillermo to be my father. He was in the 24th Antiaircraft Artillery Battalion. anyone knowing him please contact me.

Keywords: Guillermo Garcia KIA 9-2-50

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Current Message 24 - January 31, 2005
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Entry: 48555
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Maurice Elmore H&S Co

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Maurice Elmore wrote on 2005-01-31 13:21:51.0

Comments: Looking for members from my outfit. Would like to have a roster of members from H&S company. Please call 618-224-9462

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A Company

On Wed, 23 Oct 1996 
Dan Paxson paxson@bendnet.com wrote:

1001 S E 15TH ST. SPACE #148
BEND, OR 97702

Looking for former members of A Co. 3rd Combat Engr. Bn. Korea 1951 to 
1952. I located former CO. Lt. Kurtz. now retired Col. Looking for 
former Lt. William R Harris ( Roy) Plt. Ldr. and M/Sgt.  Rocky Roncovich
Plt. Sgt.  I was the !/Sgt at that time. Any old members please 
e-mail me.

3rd Combat Engineers Bn

From: 
Dorothy Sargent dorothys@bendnet.com


Subject: 3rd Combat Engrs. 24th Inf. Div."A" Co.
Date: Thu, 19 Sep 1996 

I am searaching for anyone serving in this unit in Korea from 1950-52. 
Would like to hear from anyone who was there.Also looking for
Lt. William R. Harris and Rocky Rockavich. 

Please contact me by e-mail or by mail.
Retired Sgt. Daniel E. Paxson @ dorothys@bendnet.com
or 1001 S.E. 15th St,#148
Bend, Ore. 97702. 
Phone 541-389-5109.


3rd Engineers

I'd like to know more about this "Korean War Project" page. My dad 
served as a combat engineer of the 3rd Eng. batallion, 24th Infantry US
Army and was wounded in action (Purple heart and all that). So I have
some interest in observing things.

Duane P Mantick:  Email address

A Company 3rd Engineers

To: tbarker@kwp.org
From: "Bradley P. Schulte"  bschulte@win.bright.net
Subject: 24th Division 3rd Engineer combat Bat. A-Company

Mr. Barker
 
My Father belonged to this in Korea. He is very interested in
contacting fellow G.I.'s that served under the subject described. 

Is there any info. pertaining to this special group? Or is there a
special place on the Net, that I may find this? Your reply would be
extreamly appreciated.

thank you!
bschulte

Co. B, 3rd Engineers

On Mon, 10 Feb 1997
Jerry E. Conners msgtf82f@aol.com
 wrote:

I am a retired Msgt. USAF.  I am also a family genealogist and 
currently writing my memoirs to pass on to my grandchildren. I am 
looking for anyone who may have been with or near my best friend
when he got killed in Korea on 10 July 1950. The particulars are as 
follows.

NAME  Wayne O. Meyer,  PFC
Ser.No. 15412012
DOB     27 July 1931 Mansfield, Ohio
Member   Co. B, 3rd Engineers Combat Battalion 24th Inf. Div  

The information I have is that on. 10 July 1950,Wayne was driving a
2 1/2 ton truck loaded with demolition, in convoy returning to the CP
at Chochiwon when the convoy was straffed by friendly aircraft.
Wayne was hit and died instantly.

Other information I have is that CO. B lost two men on 10 July 1950,
1 killed and 1 missing. Can anyone help me find the truth.

Update: May 1998

Also I contacted the 24th Inf. Div through your page and got in touch 
with "Rudy & Vonnie" who put out the 24th's paper the "TARO LEAF."   

I sent them the same message I have on your 3rd Combat Engineers page.  
Yesterday I got a letter from a guy that was in the convoy with Wayne.

He actually saw the Sgt. take Wayne's body from the cab of the truck and
hide it in a culvert.  He helped off load the balance of the demolitions
while the truck was still smoldering.  The convoy was straffed by 
American F-80s which coincides with my own research.

Thanks for the good work

Jerry Conners   aka    The Ole Sarge

Drury, Raymond C, Jr

On Fri, 21 Mar 1997 
William C. Ballard wrote:

4518 East 10th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46201
317/357-2732

I am looking for a 1ST Lt. with last name of Drewry or very close 
to that.  He was reported MIA August 1950 at the Naktong River 
Base.  He was platoon officer in 1st platoon, C Co. 3rd Combat Eng, 
24ID.

I do not have ready access to e-mail.  If possible, maybe you could 
send me information via the telephone. 

Please help.  It has been a long time, and it is time for some closure 
on this issue for his family. I would be very grateful for any help.

Thank you

William Ballard
US Army 1946-1953

From KWP: Drury, Raymond C, Jr, Chicago, Il

Norman H Johnson

On Thu, 27 Feb 1997
KIM KREIF kkkrief@cts1.internetwis.com  wrote:
Subject: norman h. johnson

I hope you can help me find information on my uncle norman. he
died a hero in the korea war. but there are alot of missing pieces.

My mother tells me. she was very close to him and was always wondering
the truth and any information would be very helpful! if anybody else
has any information 

Could you please e-mail kkkrief@internetwis.com .

Thank you very much,
kim k. kreif

Ralph Venturi

On Wed, 2 Apr 1997 
Ralph Venturini  rventurini@hmdc.state.nj.us  wrote:

Re: 3rd C Engineers and 6th Tank Bn

Ted,

My dad was in Korea during the war.  He is not computer literate so I
volunteered to send you this E-mail.  His name is Ralph A. Venturini
from Paramus, NJ  He was in the 24th Infantry Division, 3rd Combat
Engineers, 6th Tank Bn.  He was there 1951 and 1952.  He's looking for
some old comrades/names.  Anyone recognizing him can E-mail me at
rventurini@hmdc.state.nj.us.

Thanks,

Ralph Jr.

POW help needed by VA

 
On Wed, 23 Jul 1997 
Rebecca Shumaker jbs@inetone.net
 wrote:

104 Charlotte Street
Princeton, WV  24740
Telephone: 304-487-9400
Fax: 304-487-0411
 
I'm a Social Worker for the Department of Veteran's Affairs and work 
with a vet who was a POW and escaped.  Capture date 7-19-50.  
24th Inf Div, 3rd eng com bat.  

Anyone who has any info on this attach on the 24th please contact me. 
My vet was captured with Russel Bracken. 

Ed Note: Jerry Connor's writes: 
 msgtf82f@aol.com

I have tried several times unsuccessfully to contact Rebecca Shumaker at
( jbs@inetone.net ) as per her July 97 letter. To date I have not
received an answer

The Old Sarge   Jerry Conners 


Ernest Langley

 
On Sun, 25 May 1997 
Michael Langley mlangley@apionet.or.jp wrote:

Kurayoshi, Tottori  682
 Japan

phone: 818 582-27296

datein: 1948 dateout: 1962

I am looking for someone who knew my father, Ernest Langley 
(Big Ernie). My mother said he was a cook, but all he would say is 
that he was in the Combat Engineers, and was wounded. 

I am going to Korea soon  to work. His birthday is soon, and I 
thought a good present would be a hello from one of the men he 
served with.

Thank You

Michael Langley

Water Supply

On Thu, 2 Oct 1997 
Charles	Neverovich whhunt@worldnet.att.net wrote:

10025 Imperial St
El Paso, Tx 79924
915-755-8717

Interesed in locating personnel assigned 3rd Eng Combat Bn,Water Supply
Section 50-51.

B Company MIA

On Wed, 21 Jan 1998 
Florence Waldron Email address wrote:

Sanger, CA


datein: 3/13/1950  dateout: 8/11/1950

Looking for anyone that knew my brother George T. Hill. He went on a 20
man patrol on 8/11/50 across the Naktong river near Chong-dong. Patrol
lead by Lt. Neville.  Only 5 men returned.

George was MIA and remains have never been recovered.  He had just
turned 18 when he was reported missing.  George was born and raised in
Los Angeles, CA. Thank you for any help. 

H&S Co

On Mon, 30 Mar 1998 
Updated: 3 Dec 1999
Charles Stearns Email address wrote:

461 oakridge dr
Youngstown, OH 44512-3145

Telephone:	330 726 9494

looking for any information or person who knew pfc john stearns, 24div
3eng  bat h&s co. died in dozer accident 14 jan 1952, near kumsong
n.korea.

kid brother would like any info or person who knew jack.

Yalu River Winter 1950

On Tue, 26 May 1998 
Allen Jackson Email address wrote:


Comments:

Good Site.  I was a member of the 3d Combat Engineer Bn, 24th Inf Div
from Dec 49 to Jun 51 and performed Engineer Reconnaissance Duties. 

Most of my section was killed or captured o/a 25 Nov 1950 about 25 miles
south of the Yalu River, Northwest part of North Korea.  Some surviving
members were Russell V. Pemberton Jr, T.C. Clark (Frewsburg NY) Donald
G. Hackford (Snoqualmie Falls WA).

We were not with the rest of the Section when they were ambushed but did
recon the area two days later with a reinforced Inf Plt of the 24th Inf
Div (Probably the 21st Inf Rgt)