C Co, 1st BN, 5th CAV Rgt, 1st CAV Div

Comments: I am looking for information with information concerning my Father (Gerald H. Brooks). He was assigned as a Platoon Leader in C CO, 1st BN, 5 CAV Rgt, 1st CAV Div. I believe he was assigned in late 1951 or early 1952 until late 52 or 53. He has pictures of Chitosi II, and spoke some about Koji-do and Hokkido. I am looking for information on "C" Companies movements and maybe some of the things they were involved in during that period.

Keywords: C CO 1st BN 5th CAV RGT 1 CAV DIV

Searching for Jim Edwaeds

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Members of 1st Calvary Div, 5th Cavalry Rgmt, Comp B

Comments: My father is trying to look up members from his Korean War days. He was a sargent by the name of Ed King. If you have any information on people who may have served with him, please let me know. Thank you

Keywords: 1st Cavalry Division, 5th Cavalry Regiment, Company b,

JOHN SOLLIE, KIA, CHIPYONG-NI

Comments: MY BEST BOY HOOD FRIEND SGT JOHN SOLLIE WAS KIA MARCH 1951, AT OR NEAR CHIPYONG-NI ,KOREA TRYING TO RELEAVE THE 23R INF, 2ND INF DIV.HE WAS WITH A TASK FORCE MADE UP OF CO C, 5TH CAV AND A CO OF TANKS. THEY WHERE MOUNTED ON TANKS ,HE WAS WOUNDED BUT MADE IT ALL THE WAY TO THEIR OBJECTIVE. HE DIED WHILE BEING EVACUATED BY CHOPPER.THERE IS NEVER A DAY THAT I DON'T REMEMBER HIM [ JOHN SOLLIE].HE WAS FROM MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA.PLEASE IF YOU KNOW ANY THING ABOUT HIM CALL ME . KEN ENGER USA RET. 770-889-3711

Keywords: KIA, CHIPYONG-NI, TANK INFANTRY TASK FORCE, CO C 5TH CAV ,1ST CAV DIV.1950-1951,HE WAS MY CLOSEST FRIEND, GREW UP TOGETHER,PLEASE SHARE ANY INFO. YOU MIGHT HAVE ABOUT HIM WITH ME

Wounded on Hill 201? Co K Sept 15, 1950

Comments: Looking for anyone who remembers Howard W Janes, Cousin, who served with Co K 5th CAV Regt and was wounded on Hill 201, Sept 15, 1950 and also was awarded the Bronze Star for administering first aid and carried 4 wounded men to safety, after the company was ordered to withdraw, Pvt Janes volentarily returned to the top of Hill 201 and removed two 60MM morters. resulting in saving 4 mens lives and and keeping 2 weapons from falling into hostile hands. Thanks

Keywords: Wounded on Hill 201, Co K 5th CAV Regt, sept 15, 1950 Howard W. Janes

I am looking for anyone who may have known my father, Murray Hollis Rainwater

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Charlie Co. 5th Cav. Rgt. 1948-1951

Comments: Looking for men who served in Charlie Co. 5th Cav. Regiment,1st Cavalry Division in Japan or Korea. I was stationed atCamp McGill in Japan when the Korean War started. Served in Korea from 1950-June 1951.

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K Co 1950-51

Comments: E-mail any information about my unit that you may have.

Keywords: I served in 1950-1951

Looking For Friends of Richard D. Thompson

Comments: Richard D. Thompson was my uncle. Looking for anyone who may have served with him in Korea. KIA Korea 9-24-1950.

Keywords: Richard D. Thompson SGT - E5; Nickname: "Rebel Thompson"; KIA Coshin Resev;

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Information on Richard D. Thompson

Comments: Richard D. Thompson was my uncle and was KIA in Korea by a sniper. I am looking for any information anyopne has about him, who knew him, and has any information on his service to his country.

Keywords: Richard D. Thompson, 5CAV RGT (INF) 1 CAV DIV, SGT E-5, Date of Loss: 1950-09-24

G Co 1/51-5/51

Comments: Am looking for anyone who was with me from Jan 51 to may 51 in G-Co 5th Cav. Also anyone who was with Med Collecting Co 5th Cav from June 5l to Nov 51 before the Div moved back to Japan.

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Billy G. Casker KIA Aug 1950

Comments: I am searching for information about the circumstances of the death of my friend, Pvt. Billy G. Casker. He was serving with the 5th Cavalry Regiment , 1st Cavalry Division when he was killed in action on August 16, 1950. If anyone knew him or has information about his death, I would appreciate the information. He was 18 years old and was a native of Lindsay, Oklahoma. Jerry Nye

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Finding Lt. Pierce

Comments: This is what I know their patch was Yellow and Had a Horse and it was transportation.

My Dad Drove a jeep and officer. He is looking for a Lt. Pierce, that all I know.

I know my dad talks about when his jeep got bomb one of his Lt.'s was killed and some of the others but he lived.

Dad was the in the early 50's.

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KOREAN WAR HEROS

Comments: TOMORROW OUR LOCAL K.W.V.A. WILL HONOR KENNETH BAKER K.I.A. MARCH 20 BAKER WAS A MEMBER OF 5TH REGIMENT 1ST. CAV. DIVISION.THE REAL HEROS OF OUR WAR WERE THOSE WHO DIDNT COME HOME//// HE WAS FROM A TOWN JUST SOUTH OF RUSSEVILE AL. .HODGES AL. IF THERE IS SOME TROPPER OUT THERE WHO WOULD LIKE TO SAY SOMETHING TO HIS FAMILY , I WILL GLADLY PASS IT ON . ALL THE BEST..A FORMER REDLEG........GEORGE ELLIS..........

Keywords: REAL HEROS OF KOREAN WAR

Sv. Co. 5th Cav.Div.

Comments: Served as ocupation force at Camp Mcgill 1948 thru 1950, into Korea June of 1950. Made it out in July 1951. I was ammunition Sgt. for the 5th Cav.regiment.Can not remember names of guys I worked with except, Sgt. Allison and another good friend from Hanibal Mo. There are many more, just cant remember. Any words from any old buddies would be great.

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K CO 1950-51 Gary Garrison

Comments: My Dad is still alive, but I would love to have some old friends call him as he is sick and sure could use some old friends to talk to.

Keywords: My dad's nickname was "Zeke". He was from High Point North Carolina. Shipped out of Pittsburgh, CA to Japan and then Korea

MIA Albert E. Mills

Comments: Seeking any info on my great-uncle, Albert E. Mills, MIA July 25, 1950. Raw replacement troop Korea

Keywords: Buddy, Unit F Co, 5th Cav Reg

Looking for any information on MARTIN DEAN or DAVID DEAN 1st Cav Div. 5th 5 CAV RGT (INF)

Comments: How can I find more info about a particular vet. My uncle, (MARTIN DEAN JR PVT ARMY DUTCHESS NEW YORK 08 FEB 1951 KILLED IN ACTION) I found from your Website that he was in the 5 CAV RGT (INF) My Dad DAVID DEAN also served in Korea 51-53 I would be interested in hearing from someone that may have known my uncle and Dad. Any info would be greatly appreciated! Thank You David Dean Jr.

Keywords: Martin Dean, David Dean, 5 CAV RGT (INF),08 FEB 1951 KILLED IN ACTION,RA12353049 MOS: 04745

James Goldsworthy WIA then KIA 10/18/51

Comments: Pfc James Goldsworthy was my uncle. Member of the 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Calvary Division.Wounded October 6,1951 returned to duty the 18th and KIA in North Korea October 18,1951. Awarded Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster. Anyone that served with him, knew him, or knows how I can get any information regarding his service please contact me. God Bless

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OFFICERS IN CHARGE

Comments: Looking for any OFFICERS OF the 5th CAV REGIMENTAL HEADQUARTERS who were in direct control of 4.2 MORTAR COMPANY when same shiped over to Korea, there was a split in 2nd battalion to 1st battalion There has to be some responsible officer that rembers his comand that is still alive. If you are that person please contact me,,,patrickjsheffler@aol.com Thank You.

Keywords: From Camp Mc Gill Japan july 1950 to Korea to Jan 1952 Korea Inchon, Tageon Puson SU Won Seoul ,hill 303 Old baldy, Hann River Yallow River And many others.

Fathers badges/metals/etc.

Comments: My father would like to receive another issue of his military badges, metals, etc.. I would appreciate any information anyone can give on how to go about receiving these, if possible. He served in Korea from 50 to 52.

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LOOKING FOR INFO SFC ALBERT K CO - KIA 9/16/50

Comments: I am looking for Information on SFC Albert K. Comp, 5 CAV RGT (INF), 1 CAV DIV, KIA 09/16/50. Was my Uncle, died before I was born, Family never got much information surrounding his death. All 4 brothers have passed away, as have 2 sisters, 5 sisters remain, including my mother. Local High School is dedicating a memorial to 6 local men KIA in Korea. The dedication is this spring. Any information from someone who knew him or how he died is greatly appreciated. Thank You

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Looking For Old Buddies

Comments: My father Joseph Jack Riggs served in Korea from 1948 until 1951, he was in the 1st Cav, 5th regiment. He is interested in hearing from anyone who may have served with him. He was called "speedy" by some of his close buddies.

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Looking for Cavalry Trooper

Comments: Gordon Booze was a cpl. with the 5th Cav. He was a fox hole buddy of my father Louis Wright. Cpl. Booze was from Balt. Md. My father Louis Wright Sr. Believes Gordon Booze was killed in Korea. We don't know for sure. If any one has information about this Trooper please contact me. If a family member reads this message you are going to want to get in touch with me for a revelation about your family member if he (Gordon Booze) did die in Korea. In the service of my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

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Looking for info Albert K. Co KIA 9/16/50

Comments: Looking for information of my Uncle, Albert Comp, KIA 9/16/50. From Perry County, PA. The Local School is dedicating a Memorial to local Korean War KIA's, to be dedicated in spring of 2002. All his brothers are now deceased, 5 sisters remain. No one has any information reguarding his service or circumstances of his death. Any information from anyone who knew him appreciated.

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Japan 49 Bob Abbott

Comments: My dad is looking for buddies . One mans name was Hoover. I have a photo of him and my dad on top of MT. Fuji. Would love to find some info.Also a 1st Lt. Sam Putignano. Capt. Lyle Baker Capt. Cornelius. My dad drove for them. He also drove their wives around the base. My dad would love to have contact. Thanks so much Bless all of you.

Keywords: Looking for buddies who were stationed in Japan 1949, then on to Korea.Sept. 1950, 1st cav 5th reg. 3rd or 4th Bat. HQ Co.Camp Magill, then switched to 7th Div 32 reg. service co Camp Hogan

Com.C 5th Cav Reg't

Comments: I am looking for anyone who can tell me anything about my cousin Coy L Godbey. He was in Japan befor going to Korea. He served in the 5th Cav Reg't Co C, I am having him as an honored guest at our family reunion on the 3rd Sat of June 2002,and I am trying to collect pictures of fellow soldiers,or places this unit was at in Korea. I am putting together a book to present to him . Aslo I am leaving my home address and e-mail address so if you knew him and would like to write a letter to him and send it to me I will add it to the book. Coy is a very sick man and I want to do something for him while I can .But most of all I want to do this to say a small ThANK YOU to him for serving our great country ,in order that I and we might have this freedom to enjoy. And I also Thank Each of you

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Looking for 5th Cav Photo's

Comments: I am updating the 5th Cavalry History page at: http://pao.hood.army.mil/1CD_1-5Cav/

I am looking specifically for photos of commanders and of field photo's, and am building a 5th Cav photo database on the website!

Black Knights! CPT Brian Simms S2 1-5 Cav, 1 CD

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Did anyone serve with Charles Outland from 5th Cav Regt?

Comments: I am looking for any information about my relative, Charles Outland. I lived with his mother until she died recently and over the last few months of her life we talked a lot about her boy "Chuck." We spent a lot of time reading his old letters and I really would like to learn more about him. If you served with him please contact me. Thanks! Here is some basic information that I do know: he was KIA on 09/18/50; he was stationed along a river (Naktong maybe?) during the last few weeks of his life; and he was stationed in Japan before going to Korea and served on the rifle team competing in shooting tournaments.

Keywords: Charles Outland, G Company 5th Cavalry Regt

Val D. Christensen - information

Comments: 3 Oct - 26 Oct 1951, Mt Baldy - Pork Chop Hill Battle.

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Richard Mathenia - Heavy Mortar Company

Comments: I was in the 1st Calvary 5th regiment 1st platoon 1st squad Heavy Mortor Company. I was in Korea from June 20th 1950 until June 1951. I am originally from Kennett MO

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Information for John Lee Kelly

Comments: I am looking for anyone who served with John Lee Kelly or knew him to contact me.

Keywords: PFC. John Lee Kelly was KIA November 2, 1950 while serving with 5Th Cav Rgt. 1st. Cav. Div.

any remembering me in korea

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LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO MAY HAVE KNOWN MY TWIN BROTHER KILLED FORTUNATO FALLANCA

Comments: The family would be interested to know if there was someone who may have been with him or knew of him during this time previous of Nov. 2nd 1950. Fred was my twin brother, I was also in the Army at the same time.I was sent to Germany. Thank you and God Bless you all.

Keywords: 1st Cav. 5th Regt Killed Nov. 2nd 1950 His name was Fortunato Fallanca, however we called him Fred.

my Uncle Gerard Leroy Restel, MIA 11/28/50

Comments: If anybody Knew Gerard 'Jerry' Leroy Restel Please contact me. No one in my family has ever heard from anybody he served with. I never had the chance to meet him. We want to bring him home, that would have made my Father very happy

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LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ABOUT CPL RAYMOND 'DALE' WENDELL

Comments: I'm looking for info. regarding my uncle who was KIA on 11/2/50 in an area referred to as Bugle Hill....I've collected all of his military records, just want to find someone who may have known him or has pictures....

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1 Cav. Div.

Comments: Distinguished Unit Citation- Execuetive Order 9396(sec. I, WD Bul. 22,1943), superseding Executive Order 9075 (sec. III,WD Bul. 11,1942), citation unit confirmed in accordance with AR 220-315 Co. K, 5th Cav. Regt. 1st Cav. Div.

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Any One answer

Comments: I was wounded 3 Oct 51. I was pulled to safety by one of my men and a medic took over. The two of them saved my life and I've no idea who they were. I only remember one mans name of the Plt. At times, I still see some of their faces but no names. If ANY BODY could give me any information, please do, any thing. Thank You

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C CO 1 BN WIA

Comments: Looking for anyone that was in Charlie Company durning the time I was there. I was there from January 6, 1951 to October 4th 1951 when I was wounded trying to take hill 346 I found out later that was called (OLD BALDY)

Keywords: Landed in Pusan, Korea on January 6, 1951 We pushed our way to the North. I remember Hill 312 & hill 346 and crossing the Imgin River many times.

Pvt. Artemus Mack

Comments: Missing in action Aug. 1950, later declared killed in action. Pvt. Mack was from Lexington County, SC. He lived for awhile in Swansea, SC.

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Korea--52-53--baker co.--5th reg--1st cav.

Comments: I am interested in Company B, 5th Regiment, 1st Cavalry. Can anyone give me info on where they were during 1952-1953, and whether this company had a sniper platoon? If so, was this platoon active in Korea during 1952-1953? Thanks in advance for any help with these questions.

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Search for Comrades D Co Hvy Wpns

Comments: On July 18, 1950, 0500, Dog Company (5000 troops landed in Pusan, Korea, via landing craft vehicle from the naval ship Cavalier.

After landing, troops immediately moved inland. The night of July 18, 1950, we began receiving enemy fire and through the morning of July 19. Troop movement continued to Taigu, up and down the mountains and across rivers Han Nak Tong, Taigu I believe.

I believe most of company soldiers were wounded or KIA in the first and second weeks of fighting. I heard we lost about two-thirds of the company of 200 men. I myself was wounded on August 1, 1950, approx. 0500.

Dog Company Mortars: Cpl Hollywood, Cpl Harris.

William King, from New Jersey, 75 millimeter recoil rifle in Korea.

I would like to hear from anyone who has information related to our D. Company.

Use my son's e-mail for messages or call me at 520-458-2393.

Keywords: Dog Company (Heavy weapons), 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division.

Morning Reports&command summaries Hvy Mortars

Comments: The 1st cav,div,5th.inf reg 2nd batalion heavy mortor Company,were some of the first renforcement unseasoned troops to be sent to KOrea,WE didn!t all get wiped out,true a lot of us did,I seen our Company go from a company to platons, and sometimes to squads, our 4.2 mortors were the largest mortors there, every hot spot needed us, so we were split up as needed, at times we fought alongside the Turks,the 7thcav,the Marines and whoever was on our side.Some of our company was rotated back to the states,after General Mc Carthur pined awards on us about december of 1950,At Seoul KOREA,but some of us stayed when the war started all over again, and we fought for another year+I want reconition for myself and the men that fought with me.

Keywords: Inchon,Puson,Seoul Panyoun,Tageon,Old Baldy,Hill303,punchbowl han river Yallou river,China border,General Mc Carthur,Big Missouri Pork chop hill ,And others I do not remember.

Anyone remeber George Swearingen?

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CO. G, 5TH CAV REGT

Comments: LOOKING FOR ANY ONE WHO MIGHT HAVE INFORMATION ON MY UNCLE PFC RAYMOND DALE WENDELL. HE LEAVES BEHIND 10 BROTHERS & SISTERS & SCORES OF NIECES & NEFEWS WHO ARE TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT MAY HAVE HAPPENED TO HIM 1-2 NOV. 1950. LAST SEEN. NEAR UNSAN, N. KOREA. IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT US. GOD BLESS AND THANK YOU.

Keywords: RAYMOND " DALE " WENDELL PFC Co G, 5th Cav Regt last seen near UNSAN, N.KOREA 1-2 NOV. 1950

korea

Comments: does anyone remember the bridge that collasped from the tank the bridge tilted and jumped to the next bridge approx feb 51?????

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James B. Foggin, MIA 1CAV, C co. 5th

Comments: Looking for anyone who might have served with my father's brother. Dad has submitted DNA and is interested in finding anyone who might have known his older brother. Jim was wounded on August 19, 1950 and sent back to the line where he was one of three on November 20, 1950 who did not come back from battle. We have never heard or read another word about him since that day.

I am looking for any information on behalf of my father. He lost his older brother, James Benjamin Foggin in Nov. '50 (MIA). We know he served with a LT. Ledbetter (1st Cav, 5th). We also know he was wounded on August 19, 1950. My Dad is a career Army vet and would like to hear from those who might have served with his older brother.

Keywords: Thought to have served with a LT. Ledbetter.

Leonard I. Madrid KIA 10/17/51

Comments: If anyone has information of the names of the living men listed above, I would appreciate and information yu can pass on to me, Thank You, Joe Madrid.

I have 18 Photos taken about October, 1951 of his Buddies and the area they were on Patrol. If anyone is interested, I can make copies and send them to you.

Keywords: Brother of Leonard Madrid KIA 10/17/51 Along the Imjin River last letter on 2,Oct,51 with pictures of Buddies:Hess, John L Costa, Clayton Arrowwood,KIA 10/16/51, LemenlWyant,Richardson,Derring,Allen,Monce,RichardGevinner,Louis Olivera, and Charles R.King,KIA 10/11/51.

HQ Company;1st Cav; 5th Reg;First Battalion

Comments: Jack Farmer is my father. He only recently began to talk about his very brief experience in Korea. He was sent by HQ to lead Company A -- and lasted only 12 hours. Of many things that haunt him, the worst is that he can not remember the name of his men who died as he was wounded. Can anyone help? Where do I find a list of war dead?

Keywords: First Calvary Division, Fifth Regiment, First Battalion, HQ Company, A Company