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Entry: 80691 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR INFO ON ALONZO W. BROWN
BENJAMIN LEVINSOHN wrote on October 13, 2011 CITY AND STATE: BROOKLYN NY UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I am a collector of military items and am looking for more information on Pfc. Alonzo W. Brown. He was from Ohio County, West Virginia and was killed in action on August 10, 1951 while serving with the 503rd Field Artillery Battalion in North Korea. Please contact me if you have any information regarding this soldier. Thank you! Keywords: Alonzo W. Brown, 503rd Field Artillery Battalion

Entry: 80228 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	ANYONE WHO KNEW SGT. GILMORE
JEROME GILMORE JR. wrote on September 2, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Keywords: Sgt Gilmore was a photographer. He took tens of pictures at Parris Island and Ft Lewis.

Entry: 78038 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR RELATIVES AND/PICTURES
JOSEPH CANNON SR. wrote on March 1, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FRIEND OF VETERAN Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 76876 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	MAJOR ORVILLE WELLS PIERCE
DIANE GARRATT wrote on November 21, 2010 CITY AND STATE: BAKERSFIELD CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I would like to know anything about what happened to my uncle, Major Orville Wells Pierce, while he was in Korea. He died in a POW camp. Keywords: BATTLE KUNU-RI, KUJANG-DONG, POW

Entry: 76421 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	JOSEPH EDWARD COLLINS
PHILIP COLLINS wrote on October 14, 2010 CITY AND STATE: BOSWELL OK UNIT: 503 RD FAB SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father served in Korea with the 503rd. He never spoke of his experiences in Korea. I am intersted in knowing more about the 503rd and their activities in Korea. Thanks. Keywords:

Entry: 71424 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	FINDING RAYMOND WARE - KANSAS
JOANNE JOHNSON (SILLS) wrote on August 27, 2009 CITY AND STATE: SAN ANTONIO TX UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FRIEND OF VETERAN Comments: I attended a seminar where Mr. Chuck Henry was the speaker at the DAV Natl Convention. I got this email address from a poster and also gave him my card. I found RAYMOND WARE a neighbor and family friend that we have been looking for since he was listed as "missing" during the Korean War. I was elated to see there was a family DNA SAMPLE taken but saddened to see he was a POW and died a captive. This information brings closure to me and my family. We all loved Raymond as he was "a gentle giant" and always looked out for those of us who were younger than him. Just one question: just to be sure, can you determine if he was an African American? Raymond was. Keywords:

Entry: 68597 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	THE FORGOTTEN BATTLE KUNU-RI
ROBERT GREER II wrote on January 8, 2009 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: The more I research the history of the 503rd, more importantly their contribution in Korean and their heroism at Kunu-ri covering the International forces retreat. Only to find themselves behind enemy lines. Their covering fire encompass 360 degrees and after everything was said and done only 20% of the men of the 503rd were accounted for. My father Capt.Robert G Greer (Retired) rarely talk about Korea besides the fact that in his mind body and soul, it was the coldest place on earth. In June of 2000 he went back to Korea as part of a Presidential Commission to celebrate the 50th Anniversary Korean War. My mother said after that trip the demons of war were laid to rest. They truly were Second to None Keywords: Brave Freedom Fighter of the 503rd Battalion,US.Inf.Div. Second to None- Congressman Charles Rangle, Fred Mitchell, Charley Thompson, Ron Chatters and Robert G Greer.

Entry: 67237 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	MEMBER OF HQ BATTERY 1951
JAMES A. REYNOLDS JR. wrote on September 17, 2008 CITY AND STATE: CHICAGO IL UNIT: 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY /HQ BTRY SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN Comments: I AM LOOKING FOR MEMBERS OF HQ/BATTERY. Keywords: OLD BALDY BLOODY RIDGE

Entry: 62778 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )
EDWARD O. NORMAN wrote on October 30, 2007 CITY AND STATE: CLUVER CITY CA UNIT: I WAS ASSIGN HHC 2ND BN 17TH FA SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN Comments: My father Pvt. Oscar E Norman was assign to Battery A 503rd Field Artillery Battalion (155 mm)2nd Infantry Division at Fort Lewis, Wa - US Army from 1948 to 1950 Keywords:

Entry: 62410 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	PVT. EDWIN N. LOVE
JULIE WORTHEY wrote on September 25, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I discovered this site while trying to learn about a soldier who died in Korea, Pvt. Edwin N. Love. I don't know if any one who visits here knew him or has any memories of Pvt. Love but that really isn't important to me just now. I learned today that Pvt. Love was a young African American man who lost his life serving in the Army during the Korean conflict. I wanted to write this note and say that I am truly enriched for having learned of him and his contribution. Pvt. Edwin N. Love has a street named after him in Yonkers NY and when my girlfriend rescued the beautiful cast iron street sign which was about to be "retired", I began my search to discover who Edwin Love was. To his family, his friends who may believe he is lost in our history. Please know that Edwin N. Love is remembered, and I will pass on this small fact of our local Westchester NY history to all who care to listen. Peace and Blessings to all who read this and to all who have a loved one who served and made the ultimate sacrifice. J. Worthey Keywords: "Edwin N. Love" Yonkers, NY 503rd Field Art. Batt.

Entry: 60906 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	JEROME BRUNSON
WILLIE BRUNSON wrote on May 7, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Does anybody know my uncle Jerome Brunson? He was captured December 1, 1950 and they never found him. He was in 503rd battalion and 2nd infantry division. Any information you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Keywords:

Entry: 60598 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	BAT C 503 FIELD ARTILLERY
G. CLIPPER wrote on April 7, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: We're in the process of filing a claim. How is everyone locating records since the fire of 73 claimed so many. If anyone served with my dad please let me know. his name is James Clipper. ask around. Keywords: Records

Entry: 60534 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	CLIFTON GEE CPL. KOREA
EMERALD BLUE wrote on April 2, 2007 CITY AND STATE: TEMPLE HILLS MD UNIT: 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY CHARLIE BATTERY 2ND DIV SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN Comments: Please contact me Keywords: One of our Mechanics in Ft. Lewis Washington. Harvey Ginn and I have been trying to get in touch with you.

Entry: 60124 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LT COL HNERY OSTHUES
DAVID ROBERTSON wrote on February 25, 2007 CITY AND STATE: JEFFERSON CITY MO UNIT: 503D FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN Comments: Keywords: For the many of us who served under Lt Col Henry Osthues, I am able to forward this obituary. (I wonder if he was suferring from the beginnings of Altzeimer's when we knew him. Osthues, Henry E. 84, of El Paso died Monday (April 17, 2000). Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Ruth; his daughters, Ruth Mechem Consul and Pam Sledge; his brother, Bradley Osthues; and three grandsons. He was an Army veteran and a substitute teacher. He lived in El Paso for 38 years. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 12724, El Paso, TX 79913, or Hospice of VNA, P.O. Box 3628, El Paso, TX 79903. Arrangements are by Futrell Funeral Home.

Entry: 54354 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	MEMBER FROM JUN 1950-1951
WILBUR DAVIS SR. wrote on November 29, 2005 CITY AND STATE: PHILADELPHIA PA UNIT: 503RD FAB SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN Comments: like to hear from any body who might remenber me. Keywords: Massac vallrey, kunu-ri pass.chipyong-ni BEST friends were > Walter Allen, Robert C. Harris, Edward love.

Entry: 49319 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	503D FAB CREST
DOYLE RIGDON wrote on March 2, 2005 CITY AND STATE: OKEECHOBEE FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: OTHER Comments: I'm looking for information on the 503d FAB. Does anyone know what the 503d's Crest looked like, or a unit motto, any sort of unit patches aside from the 2nd ID Indianhead? Any other information about the 503d is equally appreciated. Thank you Doyle James Rigdon Keywords: 503d FAB Chunchon 1951

Entry: 48371 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	5/51 AMBUSH,LOST FO TEAM POW
GEORGE W. WYMER wrote on January 24, 2005 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 44430 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	POW INFORMATION
PETE HICKS wrote on July 13, 2004 CITY AND STATE: DECATUR GA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: ON 12FEB.1951 MY BROTHER-N-LAW (ROBERT C. CHANDLER) WAS CAPTURED AND SUBSEQUENTLY DIED AS A POW ON/ABOUT 31 MARCH 1951. ROBERT WAS ASSIGNED TO "A" BTRY,503d FA Bn;HE WAS THE BATTERY COMMANDER'S DRIVER. AT THE TIME OF HIS CAPTURE HIS UNIT WAS ATTACHED TO SUPPORT FORCE-21 DURING THE BATTLE FOR HOENGSONG. ANYONE WITH ANY KNOWLEDGE REGARDING THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF HIS CAPTURE AND SUBSEQUENT DEATH PLEASE CONTACT ME AT (404)284-7967. THANKS, PETE HICKS Keywords: BATTLE FOR HOENGSONG

Entry: 43853 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR MEMBER OF HQ BATTERY 1951
JAMES A. REYNOLDS JR. wrote on June 17, 2004 CITY AND STATE: CHICAGO IL UNIT: HQ BATTERY 503RD FA SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: LOOKING FOR MEMBER OF HQ BATTERY 1951, RADIO SECTION OR OTHERS. Keywords: CENTRAL FRONT SUPPORT

Entry: 40413 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	BATTLE OF CHIPYONG-NI
RICHARD BENAVIDES wrote on January 30, 2004 CITY AND STATE: BURBANK CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: Hello, I am doing some research for a documentary on the Battle of Chipyong-ni. I am looking to speak to anyone who fought in the battle. You can contact me at (818) 566-4454 or e-mail me if you were there. Keywords: Battle of Chipyong-ni Documentary

Entry: 37715 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	SEARCHING FOR POW'S WHO SERVED WITH ME
FERDINAND (FREDDY) SEDGWICK wrote on October 21, 2003 CITY AND STATE: BALTIMORE MD UNIT: 2ND INFANTRY DIV. 503RD FIELD ARTILERY SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was a POW from Nov. 1950--Aug. 1953 If you know of anyone who served with me please contact me via my Daughters e-mail Misslena123@aol.com Keywords: POW Camp 5, Kunu-Ri, Kunu-Ri Pass, Pyoktong, 503rd field artillery, 2nd infantry Division

Entry: 37713 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	SEARCHING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH ME, FERDINAND (FREDDY) SEDGWICK 2ND INFANTRY 503RD FIELD ARTIL
FERDINAND (FREDDY) SEDGWICK wrote on October 21, 2003 CITY AND STATE: BALTIMORE MD UNIT: 2ND INFANTRY DIV. 503RD FIELD ARTILERY SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was a POW for from Nov. 1950-Aug. 1953 I was captured in Kuniri held in pucktong for 33 months. If anyone can remember me plaese contact me via my Daughters e-mail address Misslena123@aol.com Keywords: (Battles)A Battery,(Friends)Wiley Musgrove-25th inf. div., Bolton 2nd inf. div. 503rd field artilery,

Entry: 33472 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	POW ; ROBERT C. CHANDLER
PETE HICKS wrote on April 7, 2003 CITY AND STATE: DECATUR GA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: ON 12FEB1951 MY BROTHER-IN-LAW (ROBERT C. CHANDLER) WAS CAPTURED WHILE SERVING AS A CANNONEER WITH "A" BTRY, 503d FA BN. HE SUBSEQUENTLY DIED AS A POW. ANYONE HAVING KNOWLEDGE OF THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF HIS DEATH PLEASE CONTACT. THANKS! PETE HICKS Keywords: THE BATTLE FOR HOENGSONG

Entry: 32550 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	DOES ANYONE KNOW?
DOYLE JAMES RIGDON wrote on March 6, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Does anyone recognize the name James Matthew Rigdon, known as "Jim" Rigdon? He was from Mississippi and was in Korea in 1952 on the front lines for 11 months. He was a truck driver hauling field pieces and ammunition and I'd like to know more about the 503rd and the engagements they were in. Keywords: 503rd Field artillery Battery

Entry: 26560 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	SEARCHING FOR CORP. WALTER LESURE BUDDIES
ALTHEA LESURE- HAMPTON wrote on June 26, 2002 CITY AND STATE: MEMPHIS TN UNIT: 503RD FIELD ARTILLARY BATTALLION SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father Walter Lesure of Memphis, Tn is seeking a few good men. If you can remember serving this great country with this great man pls don't hesitate to contact me or my brother who is also listed on this page. You can also contact the great man (Walter Lesure)himself at 901-272-0900hm or 901-775-5186wk. We are excited about the possibility of the possible reunion of my father with his past war buddies. God bless you all. Keywords: Walter Lesure 1951 Memphis, tn

Entry: 26248 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	CPL JASPER ROBINSON
STACI MERRITT wrote on June 13, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Looking for anyone who served with CPL Jasper Robinson. He was captured 12/1/50 and declared MIA. Interested in knowing where he was held prisoner in Korea. He was of African American decent from Philadelphia, Pa. I am his niece and any info would be greatly appreciated. Keywords: Keywords: 503rd Field Artillery "C" Battery 2nd Inf 155mm Key #:25372

Entry: 25623 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ABOUT WALTER LESURE
WALTER LESURE wrote on May 20, 2002 CITY AND STATE: AMHERST MA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 21171 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR HISTORY
LAWRENCE HERRING wrote on December 2, 2001 CITY AND STATE: WAHIAWA HI UNIT: B 214TH AVN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Trying to get some information for my friend who served in this unit during the Korean War. Keywords: Korean war- specific unit is 503rd FA BN. 155 HOWITZERS

Entry: 20758 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	JESSE PAUL SHELTON
BRETT GROGAN wrote on November 18, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My great uncle, Jesse Paul Shelton, served in Korea in 1955 with the 503rd. I have a picture that he took of a Gen. McGow (I think) making a speech. The note on the back of the photo says, "Gen. McGow making a speech at the turn over of the 503rd." Does anyone remember J.P. Shelton? Does anyone know about the "turnover of the 503rd?" Keywords:

Entry: 18516 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ABOUT 1ST. LT. RAYMOND BANKER GILBERT
SHARON JETER wrote on August 6, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: MY UNCLE 1ST. LT. RAYMOND BANKER GILBERT WAS KILLED IN THE KOREAN WAR IN THE LATTER PART OF 1950. I NEED TO GET INFORMATION ABOUT HIM FOR A FAMILY TREE PROJECT. HE ONLY HAS ONE SIBLING LEFT OUT OF SEVEN AND THE SIBLING WAS A LITTLE CHILD AT THE TIME AND DOESN'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT RAYMOND. RAYMOND WAS BORN AND RAISED IN STEUBENVILLE OHIO AND I'M QUITE SURE HIS NICKNAME WAS CRICKET. PLEASE I WOULD LOVE ANY AND ALL INFORMATION OF HIM IF ANYBODY OUT THERE COULD SUPPLY IT. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. My E-mail address is Godsbody7@hotmail.com Have a Blessed Day!!!!!!! Keywords:

Entry: 17358 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	KOREAN WAR PROJECT HELPING TO LOCATE POW/MIA/KIA
WILLIA LIGON-ALLEN wrote on June 15, 2001 CITY AND STATE: ALEXANDRIA VA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Anyone looking to gain information about any POW/MIA/KIA Korean War Information. The Army has a Korean War Project specifically designed to help family members learn more events of what happened to loved ones who were captured, killed or buried in POW Camps in North Korea The Address is: The Army Pesonnel Command ATTN: TAPC-PER 2461 Eisenhower Avenue Alexandria, VA 22331-0482 (703) 325-3293 (703) 325-1997 I hope this will help others. It has truly given me a better understanding of the ultimate sacrifice our family members. Keywords: 503rd Field Artillery Battalion

Entry: 12043 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR INFORMATION RE: PFC WILLIAM PATRICK AMAKER
WALTER WILLIAMS wrote on September 28, 2000 CITY AND STATE: SEATTLE WA UNIT: 503RD FA BN (155MM) 2ND INF DIV SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: PFC William Patrick Amaker is my brother-in-law and we have little or no information regarding his time in Korea. Patrick was 17 when he arrived in Korea in January 1951. We received notice in February 1951 that he was missing in action. We were later told (july 1951) that he died on March 25, 1951. We receive a document from the Army (1993)indicating that he had been captured. The Army has told us that his military records were destroyed in a fire in St.Louis. We would appreciate it if any who knew Pat would contact us. We would like to find out what happened to him. Thank you Keywords: Battle of Hoengsong Feb 11-13 1951

Entry: 11486 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	SEEKING INFORMATION RELATED TO 503RD FA BN (155) LOCATION ON FEBRUARY 12, 1951
WALTER WILLIAMS wrote on September 4, 2000 CITY AND STATE: SEATTLE WA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: William Patrick Amaker (PFC) enlisted on Nov 18, 1947. He relisted on August 29, 1950. At some point after Dec 1950 (date unknown) he was sent to Korea. The Army notified the family he was captured and killed on February 12, 1951. He was 17 years old. We have been unable to find any information as to where his unit was when he was killed and what happened to cause his capture and subsequent death. We believe he is buried in a national cemetery but we don't know where. We don't know what medals (if any) were awarded to him and we have been unable to obtain his military records. We would like to contact any one who has any knowledge as to what happen to the many members of the 503rd FA Bn (155) on February 12, 1951. Keywords:

Entry: 10540 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	503 RD FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION
DONNA ROBERT wrote on July 22, 2000 CITY AND STATE: EROS LA UNIT: FAMILY MEMBER SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I know my dad was in ww2,and I remember him talking about France. He died in 1990 and I have been trying to do genealogy on his side of the family,he wouldn't talk very much about the war. He met my mother while he was at Fort Bragg and I was wondering if the 503 was there? Keywords: Father

Entry: 9894 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH POW, PFC.THEORDORE LANDY
WILLIA LIGON-ALLEN wrote on June 28, 2000 CITY AND STATE: SPRINGFIELD VA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: According to records my uncle was captured on February 12, 1951 and died June 20, 1951 in a POW Korean Camp. I am also interested in knowing the exact cause of his death. He was African American Descent. He was born in Portsmouth ( Norfolk County), Virginia. Looking for anyone who actually served with him, witness his death in the POW Camp and his actual burial (if in Korea). Also interested in knowing where he was kept prisioner in Korea. If any officers who command this unit or battalion could share information please feel free to e-mail me. Keywords: 503rd Field Artillery "A" Battery, 2nd Infantry 155 mm

Entry: 9886 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	CPL WILLIE L JOHNS FINDING INFO
KENNETH BROOKS wrote on June 28, 2000 CITY AND STATE: AURORA OH UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I am CPL Willie L. Johns nephew and I am trying to find anyone who might have known him or anyone with information. Keywords: Unit: 503 ART BN (155MM) 2 INF DIV, Branch: AT, Key No: 14774, Casualty Date: 12/01/1950,Place of Separation: Yokohama Honshu, Japan

Entry: 9866 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	POW/MIA THEORDORE LANDY
WILLIA LIGON-ALLEN wrote on June 27, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My maternal uncle was Theordore Landy. He was captured February 12, 1951 and died June 20, 1951 in a Prisioner of War Camp. I myself had not been born, but thru family history was able to gain this valuable information. I don't believe his remains were ever sent to my grandfather for proper burial. I am asking for any information about my uncle. He and my father were best friends. He did have a son, but never got to meet him as he was in the war when he was born. If anyone has any information about the unit, the friends he may have had, or witness his capture and death, please send me stories so that he will not be forgotten. According to your posting my uncle was captured and died around the same time frames as your father. Please feel free to email me at "fallen2@msn.com or WLigon@co.arlington.va.us" Keywords: A Co. Battery 503rd Field Artillery

Entry: 9474 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	POW - CAMPS 4 AND 5
ELLIS (BIG AL) ALLEN wrote on June 19, 2000 CITY AND STATE: KANSAS CITY MO UNIT: HQ, 503D FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father, SFC (R) Ellis Allen, was captured on 1 Dec 1950, at Kunu-Ri Pass. He worked in the message center of HQ, 503d FA Bn. Internment at Camp 5 from Jan 1951 to Aug 1952; Camp 4 from Aug 1952 to Big Switch. He was known as "Big Al". My father presently resides in Kansas City, Missouri. My father would like for me to be the intermediary via e-mail. Thank you. -J. Allen- Keywords: Camp 5, Camp 4, Kunu-Ri, Kunu-Ri Pass, Pyoktong, Wewong

Entry: 9237 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	CAMP 5/503RD FIELD ARTILLERY
MELISSA DAVIS wrote on June 7, 2000 CITY AND STATE: FT. LEAVENWORTH KS UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I am a journalist with the Fort Leavenworth Lamp, and I'm writing a story on Sgt. Ellis Ezra Allen, of the 503rd FA, (known as "Big El") who was interned at Camp 5. I have been unable to verify the numbers of deaths at the camp early in the winter of 1951 (mid-Jan. to the end of Feb or thereabouts). Sgt. Allen recalls approximately 1,400 of the 3-4,000 in the camp died, mostly from dysentery and typhus. He recalls that they were temporarily buried across the river and then reburied properly in the spring by a Turkish unit. Any substantiation of this information would be most appreciated. Melissa Davis Keywords:

Entry: 8781 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	RE: CECIL B. WHITE
KIM OLDHAM wrote on May 19, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: If anyone knew Cecil B. White I would greatly appreciate a reponse. He was my Grandfather. Thanks Keywords:

Entry: 3296 503RD FIELD ARTILLERY BN (155MM )	KIA LUTHER WATERS
OREN WATERS wrote on July 17, 1999 CITY AND STATE: ALTADENA CA UNIT: HIS SON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: Comments: Luther N. Waters, Was My Father whom I have never seen.Thanks for remembering him... OREN WATERS Keywords: WATER WHEEL RECORDS

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