SFC GEORGE 'GIGGS' DILLARD

Comments: George Dillard was my grandfather and was killed eight days before his first child, my mother, was born. I'm just looking for information as to where he died and what kind of man he was.

Keywords: 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division; KIA 9/14/50

Hqs Co. Prentise Burden

Comments: What a beautiful Web Site! A place for all to communicate! Thank YOU! My Dad, P.W. (Prentis Wayne) Burden was in the Korean War beginning in 30 Jan 1952. Just like many others that fought for our freedom, he is hesitant to discuss this war with his children and we don't have a whole lot of information to go on. He is from Walton, Kentucky, now residing in Florida. He was injured in late 1953 from a mortar shot while driving a Jeep, near Old Baldy Hill, in Seoul, Korea. If you know my dad or possibly the other gentlemen driving the other Jeep, Schultz or Schulz, from the Louisville/Lexington Kentucky area, please email me at: hapihari@yahoo.com. My brother and I are looking to honor my dad, at my brother's wedding next month. Any information I can speak about would be helpful.

Keywords: Seoul, Korea; P.W. (Prentis Wayne)Burden; Old Baldy; WIA-mortar shot;

POW Gordon Nicholas Ripatranzone

Comments: My cousin, Gordon Nicholas Ripatranzone (also known as 'Buddy') was taken as a Prisoner of War on 2/12/51. He was with 9th Inf. Reg. 2nd Inf. Div. He was declared dead on 1/18/54. Does anyone have any information as to the circumstances of his capture?

Keywords: K Company 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division

Christmas in Korea 1951

Comments: To all Korean War Veterans. I have made copies of an origional hand made Christmas Card that I sent my family from Korea Christmas 1951. This christmas card was designed and printed by members of the 9th Inf. Regt. public information office,Korea 1951. In Remembrance of that Christmas in Korea fifty years ago. I would feel very privilege to send you a copy upon request. Please m-mail me your mailing address.

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Uncle served

Comments: My uncle Aubrey Adams was captured and died in North Korea (11/26/50). I know very little about him, but I would love to find out what I could. If you know someone who could help, please let me know.

Keywords: Aubrey Adams

F Company 9th Regiment, 2nd division

Comments: Just looking to see if anybody out there served with my dad Edward "Pepsi" O'Boy. Thank you.

Keywords: Edward, pepsi, oboy

'M' CO. 9TH REG.3RD BATT.2ND DIV

Comments: Hi Would like to hear from anyone who was in "M"Co 9th Regt 3rd Batt.2nd Div from Oct 1950 to NOV 1951. I was there. I have some pictures Thanks Bill Horne

Keywords: Personal friends

Information for Edward J. King

Comments: I am looking for anyone who served with Edward J. King or knew him to contact me.

Keywords: Cpl. Edward J. King was listed MIA August 14, 1952 while fighting near outpost "Arrowhead" Hill 281 while serving in C Company 9th. Inf. RCT 2nd. Inf. Div.

Co. E., 9th Inf Regt. 2nd Div

Comments: I am looking for anyone who served with my uncle Pvt. John G. Boyd. Uncle John's company defense positions were attacked and overrun by the enemy near the Naktong River in the vicinity of Young-San, South Korea. He was reported missing in action on Oct. 4, 1950 and later declared killed in action on September 2, 1950. Would love to hear from anyone who served with him or knew him.

Keywords: Naktong River in the vicinity of Young-San, South Korea

C Co 4/51-12/51 and HQ Plt

Comments: Served with Co.C 9th RCT from April 1951 until Dec 1951.1st with the 3rd platoon,then transfered to Hdq platoon.Came into the unit about the same time as Truax,Papsediro,Panetta,Rapps and Bruno.

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B Co 1950 WIA Aug 50

Comments: Company B (1950)

Would appreciate coontact with anyone in unit or Hosspitals at that time.

I am retired now in FL.

Keywords: Went in from Ft. Lewis, WA July,1950. Wounded by Artilary fire August. 1950. Evacuated thru Mariyang field hosp. to Hosp.Ship Hope to Tokyo Army Hosp. Then to Brooke Army Hosp. San Antonio, TX for rehab and to Ft.Riley,KS

looking for friend

Comments: I am looking for Irvine Dubois of New York state. He served with my father Ronald L. Crook of wheeling West Virginia. My father has been searching for many years for his friend. If any one has any information PLEASE contact me.

Keywords: 2nd division 9th infantry regiment

Cpt Charles Hastings KIA 09/01/50

Comments: I am looking for information about my grandfather, Cpt Charles J Hastings, who was KIA 09/01/50. My mother was told that Hastings Ridge was named after him.??? Please contact me if you knew him or have any information. Thank you for your time.

Keywords: Hastings, 09/01/50

Special Weapons Unit 8462d AAU

Comments: My dad, Clifford Gardner served in the Army Sp Wpns Unit 8462D AAU. He served in the years 52-54. He watched the Atomic Bomb explode in Nevada. I was wondering if there were any of his buddies out there that i could e-mail? He had a Q-clearance. He was dicharged in Ft. Hood Texas in September of '54. He got a National Defense SVC Medal. Thanks for your help and Happy Veteran's Day! Happy 50th Anniversary!

Keywords: Army 9th Inf. Div,Fort Dix NJ

my dad

Comments: Trying to find out information on my dad, who served in the army Korean war between 10/52 and 9/54. he was a wireman stationed in Germany. Any information would be greatly appreiated. Thank you for serving our wonderful country.

Keywords: my dad 9th infintry stationed in Germany

B Co 9/50-7/51

Comments: This is my daughter's e-mail address but she will give me any messages received. She had previously entered me on the registar but got my service dates wrong. I served in Korea from September 1950 until July 1951.

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I Co

Comments: I ENTERED KOREA VIA INCHON ABOUT A WEEK AFTER THE INVASION AS A REPLACEMENT. WAS ASSIGNED TO 2ND INF DIV, 9TH REG, 3RD BATT, "I" CO, 4TH PLATOON. THIS WAS ABOUT EARLY AUGUST 1950. I STAYED WITH THIS UNIT UNTIL SOMETIME IN SEPT 1951. I WADED THE HAN RIVER UNDER FIRE, SAW THE YALU RIVER FROM A VERY VANTAGE POINT, WAS ABLE TO SAY HELLO TO THE CHINESE WHEN THEY CAME INTO THE PICTURE, WENT THRU THE KUNERI ORDEAL, WAS WOUNDED IN SEPT 51 AND MADE IT OUT. DECIDED TO TRY THE NAVY NEXT AND STAYED THERE 19 YEARS, WENT NAVY CIVIL SERVICE FOR ANOTHER 16 YEARS AND NOW IN REAL ESTATE. CAN'T REMEMBER MANY OF THE GUYS I WAS WITH, HIWATHA JONES (BLOODY) WAS ONE OF MY CLOSEST FRIENDS. I WAS A WHITE REPLACEMENT FROM GEORGIA IN AN ALL BLACK UNIT, SO I DIDN'T HAVE A LOT OF FRIENDS AT FIRST, BUT AFTER ABOUT 6 MONTHS WE ALL LOOKED ALIKE ANYWAY. WOULD BE INTERESTING TO KNOW IF ANY OF THOSE GUYS ARE STILL AROUND!

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Fred Randle- 9 INF RGT 2 INF DIV

Comments: Looking for anyone that served with my grandfather or that has ANY information about him.

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SFC Howard R. Jeffery - HQ Co 9th Inf

Comments: Looking for any information on my uncle SFC. Howard R. Jeffery MIA 11/26/1950 listed as Death date of 12/31/1953. Would like to hear from anyone who knew him, knows the story of how he became MIA, what battle the 9th inf was in when he became MIA, why he has a death date of 12/31/1953 when he is still listed as MIA or any other information would be appreciated. Thank you.

Keywords: Hq Co 9th Inf, SFC Howard R. Jeffery

Update On Roscoe for those who knew him

Comments: Well for all those who are looking for or know my Grandfather Roscoe H Waterman he died friday at 6:20 in the morning I would love to talk to anyone who knows him or faught with him I WANT TO THANK ALL OF YOU FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY

Keywords: Roscoe Waterman

Freeling Bellamy, Company B

Comments: My father was in Company B, 9th Infantry Regiment. His name was Freeling Bellamy, and he was a captain. He was killed on August 11, 1950 in a battle at Cloverleaf Ridge near Yongsan. I was 2 years old at the time. I know very little about him. If anyone knew him, or could tell me about company B from their arrival in Korea to September 1950, it would be great.

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Donald J. Bales, Illinois

Comments: My uncle was KIA in September of 1950. I would like to know if anyone remembers serving with him. All I know right now is that he was killed in South Korea. I now live in Wisconsin but am originally from DuPage County, in Illinois.

Keywords: 9th infantry regiment, 2nd Division, 1950

Roscoe H. Waterman

Comments: Hey I just wanted to see if any of you knew my grandfather Roscoe Howerd Waterman. He served in Company B 9th Infantry Regiment of the Second Devision. He was in Korea November 26, 1952-January 2, 1954. Well If you do know him i would like to inform you that he is not in the best shape right now it looks like he is going to die. Well anyway please email me if you do know him. I also want to say to all of you veterens of the Korean war THANK YOU. The Korean War is Not forgotten in me you should listen to some of the storys my grandfather tells me it sounds like Korea was pretty interesting and again Thank you.

Keywords: Roscoe Waterman

My Father's Company?

Comments: I would really like to hear from someone that might have known my father-John L. Belhumeur-9 INF RGT 2 INF DIV Army-he was killed on 12/18/1952, by a land mine, I was told, also it seems I might need to know what company he was in - if anyone would know. I was only 4 when he was killed and just would like to know something about him. Thank You Regina (Belhumeur) Beaulac

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'G'CO. 9TH INF. 2ND DIVISION

Comments: My father in-law would like to hear from anyone serving in G company, 9th Inf., 2nd Division, between November 1950 and November 1952. Please contact me by e-mail.

Thanks.

Keywords: James Anderson G company 9th Inf. 2nd Division

Loren R. Kaufman - Medal of Honor Recipient

Comments: I am the Mayor of The Dalles, Oregon. We are building a Veterans memorial complex. One of the monuments will be a spectacular self-standing monumnet to Loren. This monument is 50 years late but we are committed to honoring all of our Veterans and especially Loren. We would like to hear from people who served with Loren and to also get the word out that we are still raising funds. We would be happy to send pictures/drawings, etc. to anyone interested in helping with this project. Thank you and God Bless you.

Keywords: Loren served in Company G. Loren received the MOH for valor on September 4th & 5th near Yongsan.

MEMORIES OF ANTHONY ROGERS

Comments: Looking for info or anyone who knew my dad, Anthony Rogers. He was in the 9th Infantry, 2nd Division, CO.B. Dad spoke very little of the war, but did occasionally talk of Bloody Ridge. He passed away on Dec. 25,1996. I am his oldest son and would like to gather information and memories of his service time to pass along to my family.

Keywords: BLOODY RIDGE

Vernon Ellsworth

Comments: Vernon Ellsworth was a medic in Co. K, 3d Bn., 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division in Korea in 1952-1953. This spring during the Memorial Day Ceremony in Coffeyville, Kansas he was finally awarded his Purple Heart Medal for a severe head wound he had suffered. It has been almost fifty years since he was hit. Evidently there were a lot of casualties in the engagement and Vernon's paperwork for his purple heart was misplaced all this time. Vernon does not have access to the internet but he would love to hear from any of his old comrades in arms. If any one would like to communicate with him I will be delighted to receive, copy and deliver any messages to him.

I am also a veteran of the Korean War and served from March 1953 through June 1954. I was in the 10th Eng. Combat Battalion, 3d Division, and was involved in several of the last gasp battles including Outpost Harry.

Keywords: Vernon Ellsworth, K Co. 9th Inf. 2nd. Div.

Leslie F Greer 9/1/50 HQ CO 9th INF

Comments: Looking for anyone who might have any information on my uncle, Leslie F. Greer, or the battle where he was lost. Technically, he is still missing in action. We know that he was fighting near the 36th parellel near YongSan near the Naktong River. He was a member of HQ CO 9th INF. He was a PFC, but when declared dead on 12/31/53, his rank was CPL. I've noticed many missing with the same date and just wondered if there was anyone out there willing to actually talk about what all happened on that date. I know that North Korean troups broke through and came six miles in, but that's really about all I know. Thanks.

Keywords: Leslie F. Greer, HQ CO 9th INF, 9/1/50, MIA

John G Boyd MIA

Comments: In rememberance of my Uncle John who died while in Korea. Thank you to him and all of the other veterans who have made it possible for me and my family to live with the freedoms that so many fought and died for. May God Bless you all!

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HAROLD B WATSON...KIA 08/09/52 INFORMATION SOUGHT FOR MY FATHER (A FELLOW VET)

Comments: My father is looking for information regarding MSG. Harold B Watson, 9th Infantry Rgt., Second Infantry Division, B Company, First Battalion.

Mr. Watson was KIA on August 8, 1952 in the province of KN (North Korea) (?)

My father was looking for information on the circumstances of his death (detail of casualty), where buried, and the action in which the 9 Inf. Reg. was engaged in at the time.

Dad and Mr. Watson were close, both raised in Oklahoma, played sports and went through school and basic training together....Dad knew nothing of his death unit his return from Korea to Oklahoma.

Any help and information in this matter would be greatly appreciated. I will see that my father get this information.

Regards, and Thanks!

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Fred Perez 9th Inf 2nd Div 2nd Btn

Comments: My name is Fred Perez. I am looking for fellow COMBAT soldiers that served under General Fry. My nickname was "TANK". My hero was Sgt. Reed whom I served under. My platoon Sgt. was Sgt. Grey. I fought in Little Gibralter, Hill 355 and Pork Chop Hill. I also battled in Brutus Hill. Would like to hear from you - call me or e-mail my niece and she'll forward your message.

Keywords: Looking for survivors of Little Gibralter 1952-53 and Pork Chop Hill same year and on Hill 355. Nickname was "Tank". Served under Gen. Fry. I was BAR man. Company F, 2nd Btn, 2nd Div 9th Inf Reg.

F Co, 9th Inf Reg, 2d Inf Div

Comments: I was in Korea July 1950-June 1951. I was a Squad Leader in 2d Platoon. I remember some of my fellow soldiers: LT Cario, Louis Montoya, Catashio was our medic. Send messages if you remember me. We fought from Naktong all the way North.

Keywords: SOUTH TO THE NAKTONG, NORTH TO THE YALU, July 1950 to June 1951

LOOKING FOR AGAPITO R. CHAVEZ

Comments: PLEASE IF THEIR IS ANY BODY THAT KNEW AGAITO R. CHAVEZ PLEASE E-MAIL ME WHILE SOME CALLED IT THE FORGOTTEN WAR IT IS STILL IN MY MINE OF WHAT HE WENT THROUGH. I OFTEN CRY WHEN I THINK OF HIM EVEN THOUGH HE IS NO LONGER WITH US. HE WILL ALWAYS BE ON MY HEART AND SOUL AND MY MIND. THIS MOVIE ABOUT JAPAN ATTACKING PEARL HARBOR BRINGS BACK SAD AND PAINFUL THOUGHT OF AGAPITO R.CHAVEZ. HE NEVER GOT OVER HIS BAD ORDEAL WITH CHINA REDS. HE HAD FLASH BACKS AND WAS ALWAYS

REMEMBERING HIS TORTURES PLEASE IF ANY ONE REMEMBER HIM E-MAIL ME IT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR ME TO FINE OUT ANYTHING ABOUT HIM, AND HIS DUTY TO HIS COUNTRY GOD BLESS US ALL AND KEEP US FROM WAR

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Keywords: AGAPITO RODRIGUEZ CHAVEZ SERVE 23D REGIMENT DIVISION WAS DEC 1 1950 AND FREE 1953 AS A POW AT A COMMUNIST PRISON CAMP WAS TORTURE FOR TWENTY-EIGHT MONTHS WOUNDED TWICE VETERAN RECEIVED BRONZE STAR AND THE SILVER STAR . EX-SGT AGAPITO R. CHAVEZ.

LOOKING FOR ANY INFO. ABOUT MY BROTHER KILLED 8/29/51 PFC WILLARD F. FADDIS 9TH INF. 2ND DIV.

Comments: I WAS WONDERING IF AN UNCLE KILLED ON 8/ 10/51 35TH INF. 25TH DIV. WAS IN THE SAME FIGHT. I'VE HEARD BLOODY RIDGE ALL MY LIFE. IS THAT CORRECT. THANKS

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L Company

Comments: My uncle was CPL Henry McKinley Porter of L Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He is listed as POW Nov 25,1950. I would very much appreciate any and all information or reference to such, relating to my uncles' experiences up to and including the time of his reported capture Nov 25,1950 and death Jan 11,1951. I would be honored to hear from anyone who knew him or shared his experiences leading up to that time and/or knew what happened to him Nov 25, 1950. My wish as Family Historian is to gather and preserve the memory of my uncle and those with which he shared the last months/Days of his life.

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LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED IN THE UNIT: 9TH INF 2ND DIV. CO. B

Comments: Looking for anyone who served with John D. Moore.

Keywords: Died on Heartbreak Ridge August 1951

Information of Co.L 1951-1953

Comments: Ruben,US50111666,CPL (T),Co.L 9no.REG.Infantry

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Looking for Information

Comments: Looking for anyone who may have served in the Korean War with my uncle, Richard (Dick) Wolter. He was a Marine Medic. I have no info concerning dates of service, unit, etc.,. He is deceased. He was from the Hubbard/Youngstown, Ohio area.

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9th inf. regiment 2nd Div.B co.

Comments: Looking for anyone who remembers me or served with me in 9th infantry regiment 2nd division,company B from 1948 Sept thru 1951 July.

Keywords: Nickname "Kansas"

Looking For Old Friends Of My Dad

Comments: Any one who served with my father Tom Cellini, please get a hold of my father thru me. He would love to hear from you. He was with the 9th Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, Service Co. Thank You.

Keywords: Served in Korea April, 1952 thru Aug. 1953

A Co 3/51-3/52

Comments: Took basic training at Breckindidge,Ky.from I/3/51 till 3/6/51. Flew to Fort Lewis, Wa. and then on to Japen. After about three days shipped to Korea. Then after about 5 days was dropped behind the enemy line in N. Kores.(mission) Find out how the enemy was getting their supplies to their front line. I headed south along with another person, hoping to hook up with a outfit from the USA. After about 5 days we came into the Second Division. I was wounded on the 2nd of Sept.1951. Returned to Korea again and was wounded the second time, sent to Japan Hospital and on to the states.

Keywords: March 1951 - 1952 A-Co,9th Reg, 2nd Div.

Bloody Ridge

Comments: I am currently writing article for VFW Magazine on the Battle of Bloody Ridge. Any veterans from that engagement who wish to share their experiences please contact me.

Keywords: Bloody Ridge, 9th Infantry

John Breedlove A co 1950/51

Comments: Would like to find others who may have served with me.

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K Co

Comments: My father Peter Innes would like very much to hear from men that he served with in K Company 9th infantry 3rd battalion. Also think it was 2nd infantry division. Please email me with any info.

Keywords: K Co 9th infantry 3rd battalion Korea 1951-1953?

2nd division 9th regiment dog company

Comments: Looking for list of survivors in Korea from 8/50 - 12/50

Keywords: Dog Company, 9th Infantry -Second Division

PFC Sylvester Braun,

Comments: I am interested in trying to contact anyone who knew my uncle, PFC Sylvester A. Braun, a proud member of "L" company, 9th Infantry, and would be willing to share some of their memories with those who loved him.

Based on research into Army records, we know he was captured on February 14, 1951, near the village of Chuam-ni by a regiment of the 116th Division, 39th (Communist Chinese) Army.

Initially held near Hoengsong, PFC Braun was worked north into hill country near the present DMZ, then west across the Imjin River, and finally north again to a complex of POW holding camps near Suan, North Korea. Based on conversations with survivors recorded in Army records, the group he was with arrived around March 15th at the first Suan site, know as the Bean Camp.

Captain John T. Hindman, an officer formerly assigned to the same organization as PFC Braun, submitted a statement that he saw PFC Braun die “about May 1, 1951” at the Suan Bean Camp, as a result of “starvation”.

My uncle was never listed as among those held by the Communist Chinese or Korean forces and his remains were never recovered. On the 50th anniversary of his death, members of his family are trying to keep his memory alive and would appreciate information from anyone who knew him.

Keywords: Hill 444, Chip’yong-ni, Battle of Hoengsong and Wonsu, Chuam-ni, Suan Bean Camp, February 14, 1951

Charley Co 9th RCT 2nd Div.

Comments: I was with charley company on 02-06-51. I was the radio man (scr300), Capt. Robert M. Hansen,was our C.O. He was first listed as MIA, then KIA. is there anyone out there that remembers the Capt.? The commo. Sgt.? me or where we were that day? As far as I can remember all I was ever called was Hey Chaney,or hey radioman

Keywords: Hills 411-412 or Feb.6th.1951

Hq Hq Co 9th INF

Comments: I was chief switchboard operator 52-53, Anyone remember me Cpl Don Fonda, would love to hear from old Commo Men INDEX SIR, Don

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james A. Carl

Comments: I am looking for info on KIA James A. Carl. 9inf rgt inf div Army. If anyone knew him or have pictures, please e-mail me. I would love to hear from you. Thanks, Catherine Mc Masters

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