JSA, JSF Co., 1st and 3rd Platoons

Comments: I served as a member of JSF Co., 1st and 3rd Platoons from December 1983 to December 1984. I remember the 23 November 1984 defector incident; KPA trucks rolling on the MSR and dumping rice and supplies near the QRF patrol base; and patrol, ambush, and recon missions.

Keywords: The Infantry assigned to Joint Security Force (JSF) Co., Camp KittyHawk served for ONE YEAR on the DMZ. Once there, we stayed for the entire tour. All Infantry and "Combat Arms" MOS's were posted for ONE YEAR on the DMZ.

The exception to this fact was "Warrior Base" used by 2nd INF. DIV. units from TDC. These Units did the 90 days on the DMZ.

Keywords: MSR, KPA, KATUSA, "down range", QRF site, 4PAPA1, JSF Co., "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL", 1/9 th INF., Camp Liberty Bell, Check Point 4, Guard Posts Collier and Ollet, Rice and Mine Fields. Infantry posing as MP's

1st DMZ Police Force (USMC)

Comments: I was with the 11th Marines From Jan 53 till the war ended- The day after the truce, I was put to work tearing down bunkers and helping lay the yellow marking tape for the 38th paralell- Two weeks later, the 1st Marine Div. put togeather a unit called "the 1st DMZ police force" made up of guys frome all four regts.(1st,5th,7th and 11th) and we patroled our section of the DMZ.It was a company strenth unit (about 100 guys) We carried 45s but didn't have ammo. My squad was sent to Pan mun jon for the prisoner exchange-We were there for 8 days and assigned to a Greek unit that was a netural nation and was in charge of the camp that held the north koreans and some chinese. I was there during the exchange of prisoners, than sent back to the 1st DMZ Police till I was brought back to the states and discharged-There was a 2 page article about this in the stars and stripes

Keywords: DMZ Patrol- Pan Mu Jon-Prisoner exchange

First Commander Dies

Comments: The JSA unit's first commander, Colonel Robert L. Huffaker, died October 3, 2008 at his Bella Vista, Arkansas home. He was 93 years old. Huffaker joined the US Army in 1942 and retired in 1968. During 1952-53 LTC Huffaker was the commander of the newly formed Joint Security Area unit, and participated in the Korean armistice meetings, Operation Little Switch and Operation Big Switch at the truce village of Panmunjom. He provided the early Panmunjom photographs shown at the 2007 JSA reunion in Las Vegas.

Keywords: JSA, Joint Security Area, Robert Huffaker, Commander, Panmunjom

Ron Abigill's response.

Comments: I was stationed with Ron Abigill at JSA from 1967-1968. Although in a different section (escort) I was aware of the incident involving one of our relief trucks (a Dodge 4x4) carrying some 9-10 personell. Some were U.S., and some were KATUSA. The truck was ambused well with our side of the DMV with what apeared to be RPG's, and grenades. Then, the NKA sprayed the truck with AK 47 fire. To the best of my knowledge about this incident, only two US, and one KATUSA survived. This issue was kept very quiet, and did not even appear in "Stars & Stripes.", nor any major US newspaper. I checked. SSG C.L. Ford.

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Vets from the November 23, 1984 Firefight

Comments: I just retired and think I am the last one to ware the JSA combat patch. Wore is proudly in two tours of Iraq!!! Any Vets from the firefight please contact me by email Man love to hear from ya'll!!!!!

Keywords: Firefight

U.N.C.S.F JSA/JSF 1990- 1992 2nd Platoon Mad Dogs!

Comments: Just looking to reconnect with some old friends! Found some on FaceBook, now I have to try here.

Keywords: Murszewski, Doogie, Mad Daogs, 2nd Platoon, Vanderpool, Hirshi, Michaud, Glidden, Knapp, Kieffer, Snyder, Sgt Justice, LTC Turner, 1SG Carr

Facebook page

Comments: Hey guys, I wanted to share this Facebook site with everyone.

JSA Veterans http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=34664264915

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JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion

Comments: I am making plans for the fourth JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion to be held in spring 2011 in Orlando, Florida. I am choosing Orlando for same reasons I chose Las Vegas for 2007 reunion - abundance of hotel rooms, economical and easy airline fights from most other parts of country, and good weather. I have some ideas for speakers and activities. Marsha will lead another excursion to local shopping mall for the "In Front of the Mall" JSA ladies. Soju will be available in the hospitality room!

James Mazour, JSA 1973-74 3212 Orchard Circle West Des Moines, Iowa 50266 515-226-9475

Keywords: JSA, Joint Security Area, Panmunjom, reunion, Korea DMZ

New Web Site Up!!!!

Comments: hay guys i got a web site up with over 240 pictures from the dmz in a slide show go to www.freewebs.com/dmzvets you have to google it then click on ABOUT ME web page once your at the site check out the slide show sign the guest book leave a message read about me tell your friends about the site all are welcome if you have question email me at dmzpatrolleader@yahoo.com see ya Keep the faith brothers

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Comments: JSA was my first duty station when I left OSUT at Benning. I served 1980-81 with 2nd plt. Maddogs. I went to Korea a private and left a SP4. Also attended PNCOC CA at Story Barracks. I highly enjoyed the duty and going down range was something else! When the JSA got 4 plts. in 81 I went to the 4th plt. Forgot the PSG name but my sqd ldr was Sgt Savusa.

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Merry Mad Monks '98-'99

Comments: Great site and some great memories! Truly one of the best group of officers I served with in the Army. Some of those times spent at the Monastery were unbelievably fun. Would love to hear from any of you and catch up.

signed,

Brother Clean

Keywords: Monk-in Ceromonies, "Ride the Snake", Music Monk

Barbarian 88-89

Comments: Just found this site. Nice trip down memory lane. And are they some great ones. Saw a few names that I remember. Funny on how I could relate with all the comments throughout.

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JSA History

Comments: I enjoy reading here about JSA from different timeline perspectives. I was there 1965 - 1966 when we simply called it JSA. Later it became Camp Kitty Hawk, etc. Also, were GIs still living in quanset Huts with the old potbelly stoves? What about the mosquito tents? Anybody remember Ko-U-H; the barber; the old movie theater; hobby shop? Guess all those places are gone now. Can someone post the JSA timeline from a true veterans perspective? I was really proud to wear the JSA emblem.

Keywords: JSA 1965 - 1966

JSA memories

Comments: At the time, i thought it was the worst place to be in the world, I hated Korea. Now, years later, I realize it was really the best time of my life. Sonjuree, yonjego, Itaewon.... a lot of wild stories to tell, some pretty unbelievable to someone who never experience Korea at JSA. I was there during the transition from Camp Kitty Hawk to Camp Bonifas. I was there when the new, modern Check point 4 was built. (old now to those serving). A gigantic tent was constructed that covered the construction of the building... it was really neat. flipping of N. Korean guards.... especially "smiley" anyone remember him? he spoke better English than the katrusa's, and he was KPA. Always smiling real big and trying to get everyone to talk to him.

I remember Der Schwantz.... Kreckler... How are ya man? You crazy German.... lol.... get in touch if you read this. :) Called Defranco one Veterans day, a few years back.

Anyway, i was at the JSA May '86-APR '87. So much PU$$EE. Korea was a crazy place! I always wondered how it might have been, if i married that girl in YonGIgo. Never sure if it was a mistake not to marry her. She was a pretty thing.

Oh well, just reminicing here about Korea, would be fun to visit the place once more. NK is still as crazy as it was in '86.... It just get's more notice now... but nothing new really. Remember the propoganda leaflets, and the 24hr. broadcasting...... And us playing 24 hr. Heavy Metal for the KPA. I wonder if they enjoyed it?

Keywords: "The Casual Gang",

First International JSA Reunion

Comments: The April 2009 JSA veterans 10-day tour to Korea was a great success. I can not thank enough JSA veteran Raymond Jones (69-70) of Winslow, Maine for organizing this top notch tour of the Republic of Korea. Wow! has it changed from when I was there in the early 1970's. The only disappointment was the current JSA command organized tour to Panmunjom. which did not include a stop at the DMZ site of the Easter Sunday 1968 ambush of a JSA truck by North Korean infiltrators that resulted in the deaths of four American and Korean JSA enlisted soldiers. Our tour group was there on the 41st anniversary of this incident, and it would have been very appropriate for the command to have allowed our tour to honor the deaths of these four enlisted soldiers who died on a dark and lonely road in the DMZ so many years ago. We just drove past the site in a bus without stopping. Instead, the current JSA command took our group to the site of the August 1976 axe murders incident where two JSA officers were killed by North Korean guards for a short memorial. Among JSA American and Korean veterans, the deaths of JSA enlisted soldiers are JUST AS IMPORTANT as officer deaths. However, it is my opinion that the current JSA command does not share this view.

Keywords: Panmunjom, Joint Security Area, JSA, JSA Advance Camp, Camp Kitty Hawk, Camp Bonifas, Korea DMZ

First International JSA Reunion

Comments: Next month (April 2009) 10 American JSA veterans will be returning to Korea for a 10-day tour of the country and the first international JSA reunion, which is being organized by Raymond Jones of Winslow, Maine. The group consists of veterans who served in this elite unit during the 1950's, 1960's and 1970's decades. Their tour will includes visits to the capital of Seoul and a number of historic sites along the DMZ, including the Iron Triangle, a North Korea DMZ invasion tunnel, and a VIP tour of the international truce village of Panmunjom. The international reunion will reunite them with KATUSA and ROK veterans who also serve in this unit. This unit will always be "In Front of Them All."

Keywords: JSA, Joint Security Area, Panmunjom, Camp Bonifas, Camp Kitty Hawk, JSA Advance Camp, Korea DMZ

Looking for Old Friends A1/9 Camp Liberty Bell

Comments: I want to thank the men I had served with during my tour on the DMZ with Alpha One Nine Manchu. I am especially thankful for the leadership of then Captain William G. Kotulan. I would gladly follow him to the "gates of hell" if the mission required it. I would like this group of warriors at a reunion one day. Feel free to contact me...COLD STEEL ALPHA ONE NINE.

Keywords: Headquarters Platoon Sergeant and Unit Supply NCO "Gordon's Guerrillas"

JSA/JSF 86-87

Comments: Great site and family of folks that served in a unique assignment. Any one out there from 86-87 let me know. Loved the tour!

In front of them all!

SFC JT

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JSA MP 93-94 Arnett

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JSA 79-80

Comments: Looking to contact anyone who served in 1979-1980.

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1983-1984

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Keywords: WAS FRIENDS WITH ROD RANDALL, RICHARD SHERIDAN, AND ROYCE WILLIAMS

Looking for Info and Pictures

Comments: My name is Tracy Johnson, my father was Col. John L. Patrick, Jr. He was XO at Camp Bonifas '80-81, and in command in '88-89. He was at Yongsan '81-84 (if memory serves my dates). My father lost his battle with pancriatic cancer earlier this year and I'm looking for stories, photos, anything anyone would be willing to share. I grew up looking at photos of and plaques from "his guys" as he affectionately called them, you Merry Mad Monks!... but my sisters and I did not receive any of his memorabelia from those years. I'm hoping to recoup memories I can share with his grandchildren. Anything anyone can provide would be wonderful! Thank you, and God Bless.

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True JSA OLDBOY....!!!

Comments: THERE'S ONLY ONE AND ONLY ONE TRUE JSA OLDBOY. SCOUT PLATOON JAN 1999 - NOV 1999 ( SAW GUNNER/RTO ) MACHA-TOC CLERK DEC 1999 - FEB 2001 ( HATED THAT PLACE BUT NO REPLACEMENTS TO GET OUT SOONER ) COMMAND GROUP DRIVER/SECURITY ESCORT NCO FEB 2001 - JAN 2003 LIKE NO OTHER...TRUELY!!! IN FRONT OF THEM ALL !!! RIP TO SGT COWLEY AND GET WELL SGT MCPETERS.....WASN'T THERE LONG ENOUGH TO ENJOY THE HMMA......BUT DID TAKE MY OUTH.....THANK YOU CSM GOGUE.....LIKE NO OTHER...OH...MR. KIM AND THE PMJ RESTUARANT....KIMCHI CHIGE ..PLEASE AFTER ALL THAT SOJU..MISS THAT PLACE. SGT LUIS A GONZALEZ

Keywords: SGT G., "GONZO"

IN FRONT OF THEM ALL!!!

Comments: Man I love coming back to this site. The names of people just bring back the flood of memories and good times.

Snyder and Taylor - two crazy SOBs, I miss rappelling down the cliffs near Bonafis.
Middleton - I've still got pictures of you, me, and Groch eating Krystals in Nashville.
Knapp? Whatever happened to Knapp? I'm still playing Battletech. Bastard got me hooked on games like that.
And Doogie.... Damn that cheap champagne at the Dragon club.
SFC.Casse - Hope your still ridding, Hawg
SSG. Bugsby - Last I heard was working private security.
Bisner - I hope my "twin" is doing well.
Hirschi - You still owe me 100 bucks, but I'll let you get off with buying me a beer.
Padgett, Kieffer, Garrett, O'Brien, Vanderpool, Foster, and the rest of you guys: I hope your all doing well.

I miss all the runs down to Seoul. Staying at the Dragon Hill, drinking till you cant stand at ms. Polly's, picking up chicks at the MTV Club, and hiding from the MPs.

Keywords: Maddogs, Hawg, 2nd platoon, 90 to 91

JSA soldiers killed in action

Comments: On this 2008 Veterans Day we remember the seven JSA veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of freedom for this country and the Republic of Korea. These men are Forever In Front of Them All. SGT James L. Anderson (age 20), Camp Springs, MD - KIA 14 April 1968; SP4 Larry M. Wood (age 20), Barstow, IL - KIA 14 April 1968; CPL Lee Son Kyon (age unknown), Republic of Korea - KIA 14 April 1968; PFC Kim Ik Hong (age unknown), Republic of Korea - KIA 14 April 1968; CPT Arthur G. Bonifas (age 33), Newburgh, NY - KIA 18 August 1976; 1LT Mark T. Barrett (age 26), Columbia, SC - KIA 18 August 1976; CPL Jang Myung Ki (age unknown), Republic of Korea - KIA 23 November 1984.

Keywords: JSA, Joint Security Area, Panmunjom, Korea, DMZ, killed in action

09' reunion??

Comments: Ok, had an e-mail on a 2009 JSA reunion. must of deleted it if any one knows of it or any reunion from now through sep 09 let me know as I am stationed at Camp Casey and would like to attend any JSA reunion function while in Korea. Served from OCT 03- NOV 04 as the AMMO NCO, also am a HMMA member. allways "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL"

Keywords: jsa, reunion

JSA from 1965, 66

Comments: Still looking for friends and any pictures of JSA from 1965, 66. Was in Signal. Anybody remember NOTEWORTHY? Remember walking down the hill to the latrine? :) I understand the old place has *really* changed. Thanks for any info.

Keywords: In Front of Them All

whats up..a ReUNION????? JSA

Comments: HEY YOU CAN"T HAVE A PARTY WITH OUT ME ...WHAT WHEN AND WHERE.. CPT ENNIS YOU BETTER CONTACT ME OF I WILL HAVE SFC HA ME IN CHARGIE MOVE IN WITH YOU >>>AND SGT LAMB AND THE REST OF YOU KNUCKLEHEADS TOO...MISS ALL YOU GUYS >>> PLUS I LIVE IN RENO

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JSA51-a the JSA PACMAN

Comments: While setting up groups on Linkedin (profession network) I was looking for the unit ribbon or badge we wore while being "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL" and found this website.

Darn, I tried back in 1993, 94, 95 and 96 to set up the US side of the Former JSA members, yet somehow got busy again and decided not too.

Sorry to hear we finally left Pan Mum Jom in 2004, but we knew back in 1990 it was going to happen within 10 years.

I served as the NCOIC of S1 (PAC), Asst Adjutant, and for a month and a week Adjutant of UNCSF-JSA. I was also the PAO, Tour OIC, Safety OIC, and anything else the former Asst Adjutant was assigned but left to CPT Lisi.

And lastly, I saw within the DA Pam on service awards before I retired (1991) that we won the Superior Unit Award. As I won the 1991 People to People Award myself (they state I wrote the award up, they just put it in).

PACMAN

Keywords: Cpt Mark D. Lisi, Col Buckley, Sgts Smith (S4), SSG Munday, SSG Kevin Schaeffer, and SFC Tom Mullins. And others of the HMA, MMM and JSA from 1989-1990

IN Front OF them all

Comments: We are still here and must be rememebred keep in tuch

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PAN MUN JOM 67 68

Comments: would like to hear from any one who served with me

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87-88 UNCFS-JSA JSF 4th Platoon

Comments: My name is Dan Cooper and I served in 4th platoon of the JSF from 1987 to 1988. I am looking to catch up with any of my former Barbarian brothers.

Keywords: Barbarian, JSF, JSA, UNCSF, Pan Mun Jom

JSA 1981-82

Comments: Served as an escourt MP from 81-82. Drove for LTC, Sayles first then LTC, Richard Pack. Remember Sergeant Major Budweiser well. Not too many names beyond that. Remind me...

Keywords: Ltc. Sayles, Ltc. Pack. Smiley face on water tower

In Front of Them All 90-91

Comments: What a blast from the past! The JSA is the one unit that brings back the best Army memories to me. I'm looking for other soldiers that served in 90-91. I have a bunch of pictures too. I have not heard from anyone since I left the Army in 91. Has anyone heard from Kieffer, Foster, Middleton, Collens, Hirschi or Garrent. I'm gonna have to pull out the pictures now. Thanks for this site. "In Front of Them All!"

Keywords: Maddogs

NNSC/JDO/MAC Military Police Escort Driver's

Comments: One of the assignments that really had a purpose and mission. In Front of Them All

Keywords: Camp Kittyhawk, Mr. Moon, COL Trinkler, ADM Hostettler, Gen Baunhauser, ADM Blum, Mr. Oberly

JSA '65, '66

Comments: Served at JSA 1965, 1966. Perhaps the most rewarding assignment anyone could have. Worked at Noteworthy. Proud to say "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL!" Sp/4 Johnson

Keywords: Noteworthy!

Hello JSA Veteran's!

Comments: A very unique place to work! I'm surprised it is still there....albeit 'downsized' a bit. My daughter was born while I was stationed there. Didn't get to see her until six months later. What a homecoming present! God bless all who have served in the JSA! Pray for our kids who are in the 'sandbox' right now!

Mike Warden UNCSF-JSA Oct.'85-86

Keywords: Margaret Thatcher, Brian Mulroney, Ayers, Pinckley, Nelson, Nichols, Smith, Allen. "Mighty Joe Young" Lt. Col. Burns.

Looking for 1953-55 Buddies

Comments: Richard Buck (53-55) of Ocala, Florida is seeking to locate US Army UNC-MAC buddies James A. Agnew and Richard E. Paul who served with him at Panmunjom, Korea during the 1953-55 time period.

Keywords: United Nations Command - Military Armistice Commission, UNC-MAC, Joint Security Area, JSA, 8th Army, Panmunjom, Munsan-ni

OUTSTANDING ASSIGNMENT

Comments: BEST MEMORIES OF A1/9 JAN 84-JAN 85 AS COMMO CHIEF WITH SONNY HUERTA, 1SG DENNIS SHELBY, CPT KOTULAN (NOW LTC) SONJURI, YONJUGOL, COLLIER AND OULETTE, NIGHTS AT THE LIBERTY BELL CLUB AND JSA, RICE EXCHANGE WITH THE NORTH, PATROLS IN THE Z...BEST GODDAM TIME/EXPERIENCE AND PEOPLE IN THE US ARMY. KEEP UP THE FIRE!

Keywords: A CO 1/9 INF CAMP LIBERTY BELL JSA

In Front of Them All

Comments: I was stationed at JSA in 1982-83. Back when it was called Camp Kitty Hawk. I was in the 1st PLT. (ANIMALS)If you was there in 82-83 I'd like to hear from you. My best bud was James Taylor (J.T.) if your out there man drop me a line.

IN FRONT OF THEM ALL!!!!!

Dave Chapman

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94-95 jsa scout

Comments: just seeing if I can find any other real scout members from 94-to 95,..not 2nd ID guys or support staff who like to talk bullshit about all the combat patrols they went on...for all u fellow scouts u know what I'm talkin about,...I've managed to track down scofield,on facebook,..email me if u want a link to him

Keywords: scout rto and and shooter

JSA 1990-1993

Comments: I was at JSA 1990 to 1993, I was in 1st plt for a year, and in the TOC for a year and a half, I would love to hear from any one who served with me at that time.

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Armed Forces Korea Radio

Comments: I still recall the many lonely nights working the JSA checkpoints in the DMZ and listening to my Panasonic radio that was purchased at the Naval Base Exchange in Seoul. "House of the Rising Sun" by the Animals, "Smoke on the Water" by Deep Purple, "Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Revival, and a fall 1973 college football game between UCLA and the University of Nebraska, which ended in a 21-21 tie, are a few broadcasts that I vividly remember. PS: I still have the radio. IN FRONT OF THEM ALL! Jim Mazour (73-74)

Keywords: Armed Forces Korea Radio, JSA, Joint Security Area

JSA 72 - 73

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Keywords: Just trying to locate a few former friends at JSA. The main friends were Sgt. Ross. and the motor pool guys. I arrived in Nov 1972. I was with the group with Sgt. Cunningham. Its been many years, but the memories are still fresh in my mind. You don't appreciate what you have until its gone. My time at JSA was the best unit in the Army for me. I was sorry later that I returned to the states. The guys from POL with me were Middleton, Greer. The guys from S-4 and the motor pool were Davis, Mick, Mize, Meyer, Steve Hart. I hope to get a response from someone. Rudy Martinez

JSA

Comments: Served in the JSA from Aug 98-99. Got run over by a HUMMV. Would like to see how my old comrades are.

Keywords: SSG Grayson (H4A), Lee, Jung, Landa, Linemeir, Collozo

2007 JSA Reunion (Las Vegas)

Comments: Attended the 2007 reunion in Las Vegas with my wonderful Wife, who I consider as also serving at the JSA (She did it Stateside while I did it in Korea). The guest speakers were iceing on a function that could not have been better. Jim Mazour and his beautiful Wife deserve tremendous credit for setting it all up. I was the Platoon SGT of the Crew on duty when the Pueblo was released and getting to meet F. Carl Schumacher was a special privilege. The same with LTC Anastasia and Mr. Tchue. I spent 22 years in the Army, the last 12 as a CID Agent, and the 13 months at JSA was the most memorable of my whole career. It was even fun crossing the one lane bridge over the river, the dirt road, moose night, etc. Your a great bunch of people who should be very pround.

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mickeymouse & abrev.

Comments: when u left adv.camp there was no electricity till u got to moonsan-ni then, no electricity till u got to seuol and,there were no paved roads anywhere except seuol! by the time u got to seuol u had a layer of dust on your hat, your shoulders and your eyelashes! when they brought coffee in an open o.j. can u had a layer of dust un the coffee! scoop it off or, just stir it in! that java had some body to it! ha ha the turks had a camp right near CC-1 they caught 2 slicky boys trying to steal gas from thier motor pool, hung them over the main gate & left them there for a week! problem solved! we couldn't get away with that stuff but, gave many an ass full of buckshot! almost 50 years since i served there, bless all who served before & after i did! love to hear from any with who served,"in front of them all" bye guys

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A Moment Of Remembrance

Comments: Just a quick reminder that today, 18 August 2007, is the 31st anniversary of the "Pan Mun Jom Axe Murder" incident, which claimed the lives CPT(P)Arthur Bonifas and 1LT Mark Barrett. Let us all take a moment out of our busy lives today to give some reflection to the ultimate sacrifice these two men made on "Freedom's Doorstep". Lest we forget. "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL"

Keywords: 1976 Pan Mun Jom Axe Murder Incident

The Joseph White Incident

Comments: As I was one of the JSA TOC clerks on duty on the fateful evening of 28 August 1982, the night that Joseph T. White decided to defect to North Korea, I have always been interested to see if I could find anything in print that was related to the story. I have done several internet searches over the past few years and have come up with next to no information at all about the incident. Recently, I tried a "GOOGLE" search and came up with a couple of positive hits. If there's anyone out there interested in White's defection to North Korea, Google Search the following: "Joseph White's Walk In The Dark". IN FRONT OF THEM ALL

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JSA Oct. 82 - Oct. 83

Comments: Just found this site, its great. Hello to all who remember the JSA and Camp Kittyhawk with fond memories from Spec4 Hall of the 2nd Platoon and later the Tour Guides (lol). Remember the ladies that ran the barber shop, going to sleep with the sound of propaganda sounding almost 24 hours a day every day, the trip up to the QRF site and on to the JSA itself, etc. I remember that just before I got there a KATUSA was killed in a training accident, the first issue of BDU's in Korea, the accident in the dmz when the jeep rear-ended the duce & 1/2, and all that preparation for Pres. Reagan to visit in the fall of 83. It was the only tour I had that felt like a real job - that mattered. everywhere else was just practice.

Keywords: KATUSA, Tour Guide, LTC Greene, SSG Collins, QRF Site

DMZ medical problems

Comments: Over the years I have read letters from fellow DMZ Brothers talking about different health problem they think are linked to their DMZ service. It is very clear that we will never get anything until we band together to get what we justly deserve. As indivuals we hit a wall fighting a system that wants to forget about us! We have all got the same answers about our records or we are not a big enough burden to Society. we are being judged by people who do not understand the unique situation we were in. They tell us thirty years after the fact that we were exposed to Agent orange then say we weren't. one docter says you have PTSD the other says you do not. I am interested in comment from my brothers from JSA and 2nd Div about this and any solution to the problems.In front of them All-72 to 74, Rock of the Marne 77-78

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JSA JSF co 1st Plt. Animals 1987-88

Comments: Yeah Baby, remember the "thunder runs", down south, SSG Moore(BFG), SFC Sizemore (Batmite), Joey Malay, John Molick, O.C. Coleman (Meat), Amory Someripe (Ripper) and so many more. It's been a long long time, I'd love to hear from any of you, Jeff Zatola (call me Al), or Chet! A hell of a great time, lerned alot about myself, and people in general. It sure wasn't all fun but the good times and the comradry stuck through all the years... "In front of them all"!!!

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military police JSA a serious job

Comments: somebody should look deeper into claims made by peons, real people did a great job at jsa,those who served,should not be ridiculed by wannabes! this was a serious,dangerous job done by professionals! u knew any day could be your last,cause "WE WERE EXPENDABLE" a .45 & 2 clips was ur defense if war broke out,freedom&liberty bridges would blow,&u would be north of em! so please,honor those who gave thier lives in this godforsaken shithole! GOD BLESS!

Keywords: anyonewho served in army knows u have an mos so,howdoesa supply clerk get his mos changed 4-5 times in 13 month tour? something smellsin the dmz! poorboygene is full of shit!! m.p.'s never walked on bridge of no return without being court-martialled! and i was on detail that built that bridge!! u guys did all who served , a remarkable tribute! shame some fucking peons take credit for the real heroes!! u guys have been had,by a fucking clerk!

footbridge

Comments: went tdy from m.p.to const. cut trees made walkway thru woods and a footbridge over little gully so officers had easy access to mess hall,no more climbing to do!somebody took pictures,don't know if any still exist!great outfit,great guys,proud to have served with them! earl walker,herthel davis,billy thompson from ty ty georgia,butler sgt.burchette,who had 3 full years of combat!chest full of medals,one of the greatest people i ever met! hope to hear from anyone who served at jsa god bless!!

Keywords: anyone who served after 1959 was bridge still there? advance camp near mess hall

bridge of no return

Comments: worked meetings at conference area,all posts incl. post#3 bride of no return!one night kpa guard burst into post#2 had 2 pistols in hands,thought it was over,only me & sgt.sweet there,he is pointing south! got him in back of 3/4 truck covered with tarp,drove to base camp,turned him over to intelligence& waited to see what happens,next week stars and stripes newspaper comes out,capt. so&so captures kpa guard! bullshit!!we had a Lt. who wore a shoulder holster,carried a swagger stick,going on duty he gets in jeep,says CHARGE!! he was like spiers in band of brothers!hope to hear from u guys

Keywords: bridge of no return kpa guards give finger shout sonaga bitchee cock ooh suck, got my houseboy teach me nu omonni pojee kay pojee dah,your moms pussie is like dogs pussie,ha ha

JSA 1967-68

Comments: I AM REPOSTING BECAUSE OF THE NEW FORMAT. I WAS A MP IN THE JSA 1967-68. I WAS IN THE JSA WHEN SGT ANDERSON AND PFC WOODS WERE AMBUSHED BY NK'S ON THEIR WAY UP TO RELEAVE MY SECTION. I WAS IN CHARGE OF THE 3RD SECTION AND WAS ALSO ATTACKED IN THE JSA BY NK'S ALONG WITH PFC BRODA AND SGT. CASKEY (JDO) EARLIER IN APRIL 1968. I HAVE HAD SOME CONTACT WITH A COUPLE OF GUYS FROM THAT ERA. HOPE TO HEAR FROM SOME MORE. IT WAS A GREAT BUNCH OF GUYS OVER THERE DURING THAT TIME.

Keywords: ABBY, SGT ROCK

JSA once JSA always

Comments: I just found this site, glad I did, sure brings back alot of memories. Even after 19 years in the Army and all the units I have been in, the JSA was one of the best. I served at Camp Bonifas from March 1990 through the end of April of 1992. I was in 2nd PLT and then became a tour guide. I remember most everyone who was there at that time, especially, Layton, Traylor, Mawby, Hadden, Sowers, Vanderpool, Padgett, Garrett, O'Brien, Brown, Lee Soo Young, Collins, Fields, Choi, Hazelwood, the guys in the C&E shop and too many more to list. I am still in the Army at present. Anyone who would like to walk down memory lane drop me a line and we can chat about Itaewon, Sonjuri, Thunder Runs, The dancing girls at the Sanctuary on Tuesday nights, DMZ patrols in sub zero temperatures, life at BRF and the QRF buildings, The ride on the "Seoul Train" from Munsan to Seoul, nights at the Dragon Hill, MTV Club, East-West Club, King Club, Nashville Club, Twilight Zone, The Heavy Metal Club, The Paradise Club in Sonjuri, trying to catch the bus back across Freedom Bridge before it closed for the night, and rationed orange juice in the chow hall. If you were in the JSA at any time, you will never forget it. It was one of the best and most rewarding assignments in the Army. Few had to endure what we did living at Camp Bonifas, but the friendships and the things we learned there will forever be etched in our minds. "In front of them all" then, now, and forever.

Keywords: JSA, Tour Guides, 2nd Platoon, The Sanctuary

JSA In Front of Them All

Comments: Well its been 22 years and I still feel like JSA is my proudest assignment. If you were in JSA from Jun 84 to Aug 85 drop me a note. I missed the reunion due to other commitments. In Front of Them All Sir!!!!

Keywords: Hill 229, Hill 167, Sanctuary, Maddogs, Barbarians, Animals, Nov 23rd 1984

JSA 67 68 2ND SECTION

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Joint Duty Office NCOIC Dec 80 - Nov 81

Comments: This assignment was the greatest assignment in my over twenty years of service. There were many events that occured during this time but one of the most significant to me was that of a Private who had defected from the Czech contingency and left for the U.S. He had been put on clean-up detail at the NNSC Building which was along the row and left unattended by his Czech captain, CPT Lubomir Kopaj. The private simply walked out of the building on our side and continued walking past check points until finally stopped and asked in broken Russian by one of the Security Platoon members what the guy was up to. The private wanted to go to Ohio where he had relatives living. After being questioned at the Monestary "O Club) he was taken to Seoul. I never knew if he actually made it to Ohio but would like to think that he did.

Keywords: Joint Duty Office as noncommissioned officer in charge (NCOIC) from December 1980 through November 1981.

JSA ADVANCE CAMP 1967-1969

Comments: LOOKING FOR THE FAMILIES OF SGT JAMES WOOD AND SGT JAMES ANDERSON WHO WERE KILLED IN AN AMBUSH ON EASTER 1968. I HAVE SOME PHOTO'S

Keywords: NICKNAME: TURTLE ASST. OPER. SGT 6/68 TO 2/69

Disturbing Information

Comments: I came across a disturbing article this morning (31 March 2007)on the Comcast Home Page News headlines. The article was in regards to the cover-up of the death of Pat Tillman in Afghanistan in April 2004. It was an AP article and was written by SCOTT LAIDLAW, titled "GENERAL TRIED TO WARN BUSH ABOUT TILLMAN". To paraphrase the article, General Mchrystal sent a memo to General Abizaid stating the following: "I felt that it was essential that you received this information as soon as we detected it in order to preclude any unknowing statements by our country's leaders which might cause public embarassment if the circumstances of Cpl. Tillman's death become public", that is LTG McChrystal's own words from this article. The article goes on to say that LTG McChrystal is the highest ranking officer accused of wrong doing in the Tillman death cover-up. I would like to state that when I arrived at JSA in January 1982 LTG McChrystal (then Captain McChrystal) was the JSA Operations Officer (S-3) at that time. I would also like to go on record and state that LTG McChrystal (CPT McChrystal) was one of the finest officers I ever had the privelege to work for. As far as I'm concerned, LTG McChrystal's word is as good as gold. If The General said he tried to warn his superiors about the true facts of Pat Tillman's tragic death as possibly the result of a friendly fire incident, then that is exactly what he did. I believe LTG McChrystal, and I have absolute faith in the man. I only wish some of the other officers I served with had the same fortitude and integrity that LTG McChrystal (CPT McChrystal) exemplified. I'm a nobody in this world, but it pains me greatly to hear of a man I have the highest regard for being, as far as I'm concerned, falsely accused of wrong doing and trying to cover up the circumstances of Pat Tillman's death. I wish nothing but the best for LTG Mchrystal and he will always have my highest respect and all the support that I can give the man. "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL"

Keywords: LTG Stanley McChrystal

wild times

Comments: I was in the JSA from aug84 to oct85 it was the wildest time of my life I still keep in touch with Kevin Blankenship havent heard from anyone else in a very long time. But the memories will last forever

Keywords: cotton, blankenship, miller, nash, stewart, randolph,

JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion

Comments: The third JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion is just 45 days away. Palace Station Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada. April 27 & 28, 2007. Guest speakers include current JSA battalion commander and USS Pueblo crew member released from North Korea at Panmunjom in 1968. 40 guys now registered - from all the decades (1952 to present), and many more coming. Contact: James Mazour, reunion organizer, 3212 Orchard Circle, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266-2140, telephone 515-226-9475, e-mail: jmazour@aol.com

Keywords: JSA reunion

Rockpile-Aug 1951 to May 1952

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Keywords: Team B-405 north of Seoul operating a seismic station for nuclear detection. Established station in August 1952.

Best Assignment

Comments: I served as NCOIC of the Personnel Actions Center (PAC), from 90 to 91. This assignment was the best assignment I had in the 11 years I was in the U.S. Army. I have alot of great memories of that year. I miss all the commradre that we had, a great group of soldiers that I had the pleasure of working with! If anyone reads this that remembers me, please call, or email me. "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL"

Keywords: JSA PAC RATS

Great Site

Comments: I served in the Personnel Actions Center (PAC), H&S Company 90 to 91. This assignment was the best and most rewarding assignment I ever had in my 14 years in the Army. I was the Asst NCOIC, and have many great memories, My best friend there was SP4 Jeff Froelich, who was a Tour Guide, would like to visit again some day! "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL'!

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YoBO Sayo!

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Keywords: "OD". Looking for "Thornton", Hendrickson, Sammon,Brewster. Recently found AJ "Sand" Austin. Served from 2-72 till 1-73..

JSA bus driver

Comments: Served as a Bus driver from 90-91. This was the best unit I ever served in. I still remember all those hangovers.Still remember hanson, barry, phillips, hall,layton,Mawby,Ellis,Wallace, Sowers

Keywords: Its a TMP thang

JSA 1965-67

Comments: I WAS STATIONED AT the Joint Security Area from Aug. 1965 to Dec. 1966. in Military Police Squad two. I was. mostly, stationed at checkpoint one with my KATUSA friend Choi. As the years have progressed I have found that my memories of JSA have become sharper rather than fading away. Have heard from Bob Graves and Bob Dunkin. Would love to attend a reunion of you guys if we all could swing it. Thanks. John Ventantonio

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78-79

Comments: I was an escort MP in 78-79. Anyone know how to reach Mike Bobola, Marv Miller, Jack Fortson, Ted Pedersen, SGT Gregory (Honorary Escort Section member).

Keywords: Escort Section

Seems like Yesterday

Comments: Its looks like no progress, they (North Korean)are still backwards and for what ever the reason.

Now with the Nuke Test.

I heard the people are the ones that don't have nothing - the high rise apartments don't have proper plumbing and they still have to put up with this short fat doughboy.

What a waste of life. Its seems like any one who makes a statue's of himself has a problem. I think a good Sniper would put a end to this doughboy?

Keywords: Its looks like no progress.

gene tegeder/george fry JSA

Comments: This message is to George Fry in reference to his message where he mentioned the name Gene Tegeder. I am not for sure if you are referring to the Gene Tegeder from Cincinnati, Oh. or not, but that Gene is my father in-law and he did serve in Korea and he is a great guy just like you mentioned in your comment so I figure that we might be talking about the same person. I just thought I'd let you know that Gene passed away on Easter Sunday of 2004 and was laid to rest in Montgomery, Oh. He truly was a great guy and it was an honor to have known him. I also want to think any and all veterans who read this for serving this great nation and keeping it save. God bless all of you!!!

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RC/4 STINGERS

Comments: ms.cat ms. penguiun, ms hippo all from the same club in sonjuri, but cant recall the name. I went to chedujo isle for a mountaineering course, john cifelli and john sanford two 82nd guys from jersey had me doin 6ft.australian slack jumps off a 42ft rapelling tower. totally crazy,ilove and miss all the crazy mfers from the d.I was in a foxhole for 3 days over the space shuttle in 86 but it was great memories, any body still eat kimchi?I read somewhere the 2nd pulled back from rc\4 were I was at my duty station, any truth to that?brothers, we will always be 2ND TO NONE!p.s. if u r going to the ville get some rubbers at the gate haha

Keywords: mr kims rameyun and mamasans girls!anybody seen my yobo?

BNAJO DITCH

Comments: Hey, just trying to find the origin of the term banjo ditch? Anyone, know, please contact me at email given. Thanks

Keywords: Ascom, Sin-Chon, Moose, Banjo ditch, stockade

Looking for some old buddies

Comments: Would like to try to find the following individuals: Donald E. Rice, James Hargadon, Jay Ring, Tony "The Baker" Wnek,Thomas Powell, Charles Milazzo, Jose Rivera, Bobby-Joe Hightower, or anyone else that might have been assigned to JSA/Camp Kittyhawk between Janury 1982 & January 1983.

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Looking for 4th Platoon JSF members who served in 1989

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Keywords: I remember some members in the 4th platoon. SFC Hugh Roberts, McGuigan, Thompson, Deutchmendy.

JSA KATUSA/ROK Veterans Organization

Comments: The JSA KATUSA (Korean Augmentation to US Army)/ROK Army veterans organization website is located at: www.jsa.or.kr. According to a KATUSA veteran, this South Korean JSA veterans organization is very active with national reunions every two years or so. Don't forget the American JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion scheduled for April 27 & 28, 2007 at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information on this reunion, please go to Stan Suit's Panmunjom website at: http://members.aol.com/panmunjom/panmunjo.html and click on "Latest Reunion Information"

James Mazour, reunion organizer 3212 Orchard Circle West Des Moines, Iowa 50266 USA 515-226-9475 E-mail: jmazour@aol.com

Keywords: JSA, Joint Security Area, KATUSA, Korean Augmentation to US Army, ROK, Republic of Korea, Army

I was there 87-88

Comments: I was there until late 1988. Would like to find some of the folks. Cant remember all the names anymore. Green, Johnson, Mulay (sp?) SSG Moore, Mark Chappuis.

Keywords: Mad-Dogs

JSA C&E Section, '90-'92

Comments: Man, what a blast I had at JSA! I served duty there for alittle over two years from Feb '90 to Feb '92. The times was good...and times was bad...but it was the best experience to happen to me!

I'm looking to reconnect with any of the fellows from the C&E section (Beal, Kelley, O'Brien, Daniels, Henry, Hemmen,Swearingen, etc) and any of the "bruthas" (Wallace, Carter, Cade, Garcia, Wiltz, Currin, Ingram, Lett, Jenkins, etc). Plus, any of the guys who remember our leaders of the time (Col Buckley, LTC Turner, CSM Alvarez, CPT Pestona, 1LT Turner, 1SG Carr, SFC Doyle, CPT Bouie, etc).

Remember the orange juice ration enforced by the mess hall? Recall the 10-15 miles road marches or 5 mile runs under LTC Turner? Remember...remember...remember..

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JSA C&E Section, '90-'92

Comments: Man, what a blast I had at JSA! I served duty there for alittle over two years from Feb '90 to Feb '92. The times was good...and times was bad...but it was the best experience to happen to me!

I'm looking to reconnect with any of the fellows from the C&E section (Beal, Kelley, O'Brien, Daniels, Henry, Hemmen,Swearingen, etc) and any of the "bruthas" (Wallace, Carter, Cade, Garcia, Wiltz, Currin, Ingram, Lett, Jenkins, etc). Plus, any of the guys who remember our leaders of the time (Col Buckley, LTC Turner, CSM Alvarez, CPT Pestona, 1LT Turner, 1SG Carr, SFC Doyle, CPT Bouie, etc).

Remember the orange juice ration enforced by the mess hall? Recall the 10-15 miles road marches or 5 mile runs under LTC Turner? Remember...remember...remember..

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FIRST FEMALE JSA SOLDIER

Comments: According to a June 04, 2006 SEATTLE TIMES newspaper editorial article on Korea, it reports that the first female US Army soldier has been assigned to the Joint Security Area unit. She is Captain Tamara Yolo of Wapato, WA, and Yolo is working as a Panmunjom tour briefer. Plans are moving ahead for the JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion, which will be held on April 27 & 28, 2007 at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. James Mazour, 3212 Orchard Circle, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266, e-mail: jmazour@aol.com

Keywords: First female JSA soldier, JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion, JSA Reunion

JSA MP Platoon 98-99

Comments: I served in the JSA from November 1998 - November 1999 at the time I saw it as pure hell. I counted the days till I was going to leave. Looking Back was an awesome group of guy that got us through it. Thanks for the memories

Rick

Keywords: UNCSB-JSA MP Platoon

JSA REUNION UPDATE

Comments: JSA REUNION UPDATE: The JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion is scheduled for April 27 & 28, 2007 at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Please contact me, if you are interested in attending.

James Mazour, 3212 Orchard Circle, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266, USA, Telephone 515-226-9475, E-mail: jmazour@aol.com

Keywords: JSA, Panmunjom, JSA Reunion, JSA Veterans Reunion, JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion

JSA TOC clerk Jan 82-Jan 83

Comments: The year that I spent at Camp Kittyhawk was probably the most interesting time in my life,before or since. If any of you guys are out there ,Donald,Jim, or Jay I sure would like to hear from you, it's been a long time since we shared some tales. "In Front of Them All"

Keywords: Rice, Ring, Hargadon,Powell, Milazzo,"Evil Little Dwarf", "The Man That Never Sleeps",KATUSA Snack bar,TSD,Camp Kittyhawk.

JSA 00-01

Comments: I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Camp Bonifas and was honored to serve with some of the best soldiers and officers I have ever met. LTC Miller and MAJ Stanton were top notch and they kept us running smooth. It is sad to hear us leaving the JSA but I wil lalways remember the great service and great memories from my year in the JSA. I respect all who have ever bunked in the JSA and heard the late night propaganda and endured a Korean winter. "In front of them all".

Keywords: Phoenix Base

JSA MP Platoon Nov 2001 - Nov 2002

Comments: I served in the JSA MP Platoon from Nov '01 - Nov '02 with a great bunch of guys. I made friends there that i'll never forget.

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JSA REUNION UPDATE

Comments: JSA REUNION UPDATE: Keep watching this website and Guestbook for updated information on the planned 2007 2007 JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion in Las Vegas, Nevada. I still need volunteers to help in locating guys from the 1950s, 1990s and 2000s decades (1960s, 1970s and 1980s decades are covered). I hope to have a hotel and dates information by next month.

James Mazour, West Des Moines, Iowa, 515-226-9475, e-mail: jmazour@aol.com

Keywords: JSA Veterans Reunion JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion

JSA

Comments: Salute to all who wear the uniform of the United States Military.

Keywords: Hello to anyone on or near the JSA.

JSF june91-july92 3rd Renegade Bastards

Comments: A Bastard, june91-june92. Best job I had in the army. Looking for Chris Moore or anyone in Renegade Plt. The plunger says; "Elevate them dawgs!"

Keywords: Presidential Unit Citation, Ellington, Miller, Bent, Plunger, Probisco, Sacherie

JSA/PANMUNJOM REUNION

Comments: I have agreed to organize a JSA/Panmunjom Veterans Reunion scheduled for sometime in 2007 to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada. I am seeking volunteers to help in locating JSA veterans who served during the time period 1952 to 2005. If you would like to help, please contact:

James Mazour 3212 Orchard Circle West Des Moines, Iowa 50266 515-226-9475 e-mail: jmazour@aol.com

Keywords: JSA Reunion, Panmunjom, Korea DMZ

1st PLT Animals '85-'86

Comments: It was a great time and place to serve in the mid-eighties. I can't believe it has been almost twenty years since I served in 1st PLT. My 14 year old nephew is wearing my JSF Co. Tanker jacket with the UN Globe embroided on the back and can't believe I was that skinny that he can fit into it. All those guys in 1st PLT, LaCroix, Gunter, High, SFC Kohler, LT Currie, Pinkley, Nelson, and all the rest...truly a wonderful bunch of people that I always hope to run into again!

Keywords: Animals, Sonjuri, Checkpoints, QRF site, Sanctuary Club, USO Shows

JSA Barbariains 4th plt 88-89

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Keywords: If your looking for me here I am E-mail me

First Platoon in 1988

Comments: I was stationed to 1st platoon in January of '88. It was a very "unique" experience. I don't have much cause to go back and revisit my life there at JSA often. But I am trying to fill some gaps of information about things there: 1) The ROK soldier who was on guard in CP 1 the night he decided to commit suicide. Whatever happened with that whole story? 2) I came across an article in People Magazine in 1993 or 1994 about Staff Sgt. Barnett, who was temporarily in 1st Platoon in '88. By the mid 90s he was being court-martialed at Fort Bragg for the shooting death of a female officer. What was the verdict? and #3) Sgt David E. Geary was a squad leader in 1st Platoon in '88. In 93 or 94 I saw him shown on "NBC Dateline" during a news item on cops being arrested for police brutality across the country. He and his partner beat an unarmed black suspect to death, I think. Hope all you remaining Animals are staying out of trouble.

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2nd plt mad dogs 88-89

Comments: Its so good to see these names.Life is great. I live with my wife and baby daughter in the foothills of the cascade mountains. Monroe washington is my newest hometown. I work as a mobile crane operator and enjoy my job.I got out in 92 after desert storm and serving in a scout platoon at fort lewis. In my years since the JSA I have often looked back and realized how special that time was. When I think about all the stunts we pulled, well those who were there know. Anyway, I would love to hear from the guys.BRONKA ROACH SPIWACK SCOTTY ZOT GAGNON BILIDEAU BURKE COOKIE PUCKETT BUTCH -anybody

Keywords: Hello all mad dogs. Who else remembers the twilight zone, cheese ramyon and OB."Young guns" at the 45 range and the best bunch of guys ever. sincerly . WAX

Looking for old friends

Comments: I served at JSA in 84-85, first in the first platoon Animals, then as a tour guide. I remember Dornbush, Battle, and others. Have always been proud of having served there, In Front of Them All. Maj. Eikenberry (now Lt Gen) was there, as was base commander Lt. Col. Viale. Great memories, great people.

Keywords: UNCSJ-JSA, 1st platoon Animals, tour guide

'87-'89 Barbarians- where are u?

Comments: Looking for some ol' 4th Plt brothers. served from 87-89. Best unit I ever served with. anyone know what awards we are authorized to wear?

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Yonjugol

Comments: Hi Jack! I served in Korea during 1963-64 with the 2nd Batallion/5th Cavalry at Camp Lawton. I didn't serve at Camp Custer but rather at Camp Lawton (About 1 1/2 miles below Freedom Bridge just before Camp McKenzie). I sure can share memories of Yonjugol with you. The legendary Turkey Farm, Niagara Club, Seven Up Club, the infamous "Jo Mama San's Alley" and all the rest. Talk about an open town, Wow! I'm sure it's a lot different today but I remember the natives, and us too, relieving ourselves in the ditches along the edge of the main drag; rats running across the rooftops while we engaged in "cultural exchanges" with local females; sleeping on the floors of hooches that were heated from underneath on cold nights and waking up with your back burning, hiding in the court yards behind giant Kimchee pots when the MPs pulled after midnight curfew checks on Saturday nights; remaining ever vigilant so the local Slicky contingent didn't get close enough to snatch our cameras and other personal items; drinking OB and Makli (sic) and eating Yakamandus from the China Food Shop by the dozen; and riding the military buses and "Kimchi Cabs" that ran between "Last Chance" and Yonjugol. Those were the days my friend,I thought they'd never end. I haven't been back in all these years but it's been on my mind a lot lately. I'll be 61 in October and I'd like to go back while I'm still able to get around. I'd like to tour the country, Seoul and below, where I never had the chance to go. I'd also like to make a day out of Panmunjom and another day seeing if I could gain admittance to my old Camp to look around and also to make a return trip to Yonjugol. I'd like to see what good, if any, my presence there did. I can picture walking down the streets of Yonjugol with my wife and having some toothless Mama-San yelling "Ya! Ya! I lemember you. I catchie you one short time, 1964. You no pay. Kajiwa me $5 Dorrals--Shungonmah Sykkia". I heard a while back that they were considering pulling all our guys out of the old areas and moving them all South of Seoul. Have you heard that and, if so, how far along is the project. I always thought it was supposed to be our presence that stopped the Red Star boys from attacking. If we're all stationed below Seoul I don't see why we don't fold up the tent and get our 35,000 guys out of there. Sure hope we still have Camp Lawton when I get there. Enjoyed reading your message. Peace be unto you, and take care!!

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Scout Platoon 99-00

Comments: To all my Scout brothers who I endured one of the toughest yet best years of my life with, I miss you all. Woods, McNair, Olson, Everhardt, Davis,(Hulkamania) Moore,Biggs,Cornerll, Back, Andrade, Saturday. I had a ball with you guys and I hope you are all well. No one seems to understand how bad it sucked there yet we made the best out of it and boy did it pay off. I am graduating from college spring of 06 and getting my commission and going back in full time. Look me up or get in touch with me. Oh yeah, by the way, I haven't forgotten Mr. Kim's hookups, I'tae'won, the Dragon Hill, Polly's, Russians, Butterfly's and other things I will never be able to tell people who weren't there. Be good fella's, hope to hear from you soon.

Hilliard (Skippy)

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HHC 1/9 Infantry 1966 - 1968

Comments: I was in Korea from Sept 66 - Feb 68, and I will never forget the experiences and the friends that I served with. During that time the North Koreans must have killed at least a dozen US Army personnel. They sent a 21 commando team across the DMZ and Imjin River with a plan to go to Seoul and attempt to assassinate the South Korean president.

Failing to accomplish that, they retreated back towards the North. Enroot most of this team were killed by either the US army or by ROKA. Shortly after this the USS Pueblo was captured, and I was having some serious doubts about going home. Since all of the occured while I was approaching my ETS and I didn't plan on remaining in the Army any longer than necessary.

My total time served in the Army was 1 year 9 months and 21 days. It seemed like a lifetime then. Thirteen years later I joined the WA Air National Guard where I remained until I retired after 20 years with them.

I have been back to Korea 5 times since and the change in the country is amazing. My last visit was in Oct 2002. With modern freeways and extremely heavy traffic it reminded me of L.A. There was one very noticeable exception and that was the concrete bunkers that infrequently dot the hills along the freeways. These are not relics. They are part of a plan to deal with unwanted guests.

The war isn't over there it's just been put on hold for the past 52 years. One more item... the war museum in Seoul is HUGE! I spent 3 1/2 hours and had to nearly jog to get to the end so that I wouldn't miss my bus. If you have the time, it's a worth while point of interest.

Admission to the museum is free with military ID.

I would love to hear from anyone that remembers Camp Custer and some of the local attractions in Yonjugol.

Jack M. Henkle MSgt. USAF retired

Keywords: Camp Custer, Charley Block

JSA Military Police

Comments: what a trip that place was, I was there, when they were involuntarily extending people, and everyone was, talkin' about the new list coming out. is my name on it? yeah, I heard your name was on it...fuck...can't do that much more time here. of course, now that we all look back on it, don't lie, but it was fun, we had the time of our life there, wouldn't trade it for the world. I know I loved it there. I think about the time that I had there all the time, and how I probably will never experience that again. I loved the JSA, and that one Korean waitress...what was her name? she was soooo Beautiful.

Eskimo

Keywords: 1SG Youngblood, and Gil, almost shooting someones foot off, while I was on leave.

motor pool

Comments: spent 13 months at JSA from Nov76 to Dec 77.Was watching a special on the discovery channell on the JSA and it brought back alot of memories. Any motor pool guys out there Danny Mclaughlin Thumper Or funkenstine Thomas.

Keywords: motor pool guys 76 to 77

now in iraq

Comments: Hello brothers! I'm now working in Iraq and am getting sentimental. would dig some photos of the old times. anybody that was there from 84 to 86; if you could help with some pics it would be great. Art reid are you still alive? P.s. the news your getting about this war is b.s. Ya, folks are dying but the Iraqi people even though they're getting blown up everyday are still standing in line to join the police and army. That's the real story. God bless them they've got balls. and so do our boys, too.

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SEEKING FORMER BUDDIES IN 31ST INF. REGT. 1955-1957

Comments: Looking for Lt. Klien C.O., Ernie Simon, or Stan Ginsberg of N.Y.C. Phil Tatten of Boston, Andy Ichiki of Hawaian Islands, Any others serving in this TI& E Unit in 1955-1957. Thanks, Bill Sanborn in vermont

Keywords: Stationed At Camp Casey Korea, 1955-1957

29 August 2967 attack on Camp Kitty Hawk

Comments: Seeking anyone who recalls or has any information about a 29 August 1967 attack on JSA's Camp Kitty Hawk by North Korean infiltrators. According to what little information I have found on the Internet, the North Koreans slipped through the DMZ and established a machine gun position on a nearby hill overlooking the camp. They opened fire on JSA soldiers waiting in line outside a dining facility, killing three soldiers (one American and two ROK Katusas) and injuring over 20 more soldiers and some civilians. Please contact me if you have any information about this incident.

James Mazour (JSA, 1973-74) West Des Moines, Iowa E-mail: jmazour@aol.com

Keywords: 29 August 1967 North Korean attack on Camp Kitty Hawk

jsa radio man

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Keywords: M.A.R.S. GLAD I COULD HELP

HHC, UNCSB-JSA Commander

Comments: Truly enjoyed serving with all US and ROKA soldiers at Camp Bonifas and inside the DMZ. A great place to serve!

Keywords: Company Commmander at Camp Bonifas

Last US Company Commander at the UNCSB-JSA

Comments: The last US company, HHC, UNCSB-JSA officially deactivated 31 October 2004. I was the commander. My Scouts officially came off the "hill", OP Ouelette, 10 September 2004. A sad, but historic, moment. Currently there is still a US contingent, with a US Battalion commander and staff, serving as the combatant commander. A great place to serve. I spent three years in Korea, half with 2-9 IN (M), 2ID, then the other half up in the DMZ. My salute to all my brothers, both US and ROKA I served with and who have served on the "Z." Take care, God Bless.

Very respectfully, MAJ Gary C. Kuczynski

Keywords: The last Patriot6 in the JSA.

JSA 93-94

Comments: Had an incredible time at the JSA - trying, but rewarding! I can still remember getting smoked by 1SG Lopez for chewing gum in formation, drinking WAY too much beer, late nights at the gym, Kim Il Sung dying, Jimmy Carter's visit, The "Carter Expressway", 0300 alerts, the Army's best chow hall, trying to keep up with the Army's best soldiers, etc, etc.

If you were there during that time frame, drop me an email.

Brian McDonald

Keywords: 1993-1994, Motor pool, 1SG Lopez, PFC Hudson, SSG Paulino, SPC Campbell, SSG Kitchmaster, CPT Sangvic, CPT Warren, CW3 Ramos, SFC Gonzalez, PVT Lawing, CPL Bultman (Buck!), SPC Volkmar, PFC Ricci, CPL Herman, etc (I'm leaving out at least 20 more because I'm bad with names and didn't get the yearbook)...

IN FRONT OF THEM ALL J.S.A..-1-1964-1-65

Comments: Remenber Col.Rutland C.O.Operations Officer.Capt,Hoff. Sgt. Pendly,4th. squad First Sargent Cheatham.

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'MERRY MAD MONKS' OF THE DMZ

Comments: Spent 14 months at Bonifas as the BN OPNS Officer and want to dispel the myth about mid-tour leaves. Ask Rick Schantz how us 2 majors divided up November 94 for leave and kept 70% combat strength in the BN over the holidays.

One of the greatest and most challenging assignments ever and would be great to hear from anyone who experienced "Moni-Ins" and the far more enjoyable "Monk-outs." Who can forget the HMA, the Sancutary and the Monestary and I hear it is all gone now.

94-95 members of the UNCSB-JSA drop me a note. Presently serving in Australia in between tours to the desert.

Keywords: Hill 229, Bad Karma roadmarches with CPT Kurt Taylor (S2), Soju Hill, 1LT Jason Garkey (SCT PL), Chad, Rich and Mike, "Thunder Runs", "Blackhawks on the horizon, baby" and the finest S3 section I've ever served with at the tactical level

663rd Field Artillery

Comments: Looking of anyone who was there from '58 - '59. Remember Skinadore - GreenBay WI, Dexheimer, Reed, Hutchinson, Stumph, Cpt McLoughin, Lt Jones, Cpt Robert W. Douglas III - Battery commander, Dickus. I remember more but these are the only ones I recalled today. I also have pictures from that time and area.

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Camp casey Mar.68/Mar68

Comments: Would like to talk with others in my unit at same time 1/3/68 to 1/3/69. When back from DMZ work in orderly room HQ platoon. Worked with Mike Spencer training NCO.

Keywords: Korea March 1968 to March 1969 on DMZ March to June

jsa 66,67

Comments: served in jsa 66,67..looking for ken parker and mack segrist and friend who served in front of them all

Keywords: jointsecurityarea panmunjom

Comments: looking for pictures of camp stanley essyon and 4p1 my scrap book was destroyed in a fire shotly after i got out of the army in january of 1985 would like to start a new one with the help of fellow vets i was in koera 80-81 82-83 thank for all that helps

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HMA Member for life

Comments: The JSA was by far the best assignment ever(OCT-03- NOV- 04). Keep the HMA sperit alive for thous of you still their! Forever In Front Of Them All!!! -SSG Henning

Keywords: Hi from "Big 'H'"

JSF 2ND PLATOON 'MADDOGS' DEC 89 - DEC 90

Comments: looking for anyone who served in 2nd platoon JSF from 89 to 90. Or anyone who wants to talk about the time there. I have alot of pictures and great memories. I spent 4yrs in the Army 88-92 after leaving korea I was stationed at Ft.Lewis in Washington State. I wasn't home very long and we went to the Mojave Desert "NTC" to train the National Guard for Desert Storm. In July 92 I left the military, and by far my greatest memories were with my fellow soldiers in the JSA. I currently abide in Washington State, I work as a Commercial Electrician in the Puget Sound Region and Seattle. Currently I'm building a New 200 room lodging center on Ft. Lewis. Since getting out of the Army I have done many Electrical jobs on Ft. Lewis. I have to say I am very proud to be there, it's great to see all the soldiers. The ones that I have talked to are very patriotic, and love their country. Thanks for reading, God Bless

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Swedish delegation to NNSC

Comments: I´m looking for old friends who have served for UN command from april 2000 to june 2001. You can read in my website http://home.tiscali.se/zettby

Keywords: Swedish delegation to NNSC

UNCSG-JSA '84'

Comments: Accidently ran into this sight and have'nt stopped reading it since! WoW, the memories just came flooding back. Whats up all you crazies? Wanted to address the gentlemen who was asking about the brother who was killed on the train back to the north from Seoul. I arrivved to the JSA a week after that happened and was in the Platoon he was from. I became good friends with the guys that were with him when it happened. I for the life of me can't remember any of there names. If your out there, contact me. Would love to here from you guys man. First day there, my squad leader took us to the ville for a complementry short time. LOL What a trip man.Gaurding the flood relief aid from North Korea, anyone remember that? The patrols on QRF nights. I was the 203G, so I was rear security. Great times, great guys, great memories. Say hi, and feel free to contact me. It would be awesome to hear from you guys. "In Front of Them All"

Keywords: O'Donnell,King,Cherry

94' to 95'

Comments: " scout driva, we need paaapa" seagreaves checking in. anyone there when i was give me a holler' i was there when sgt good was the pl then the "Blue Falcon" took over

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NCOIC Tour Guide Section 1985-86

Comments: It was a surreal experience that I will never forget. We were all truly, "In Front of Them All." God Bless Everyone who did their time there.

Keywords: Margaret Thatcher, Barbarians, Tour Guide Section

JSA CAP KITTY HAWK 1979-80

Comments: LOAD THE TRUCK, QRF,PVT MOE DRIVER OF THE 2.5 ton. I KNEW SGT JENKINS, SP4 GREEN AND OTHERS. CDR IF MEMORY IS CORRECT WAS GLEICHENHOUSE OR LETTERS TO THAT EFFECT. SORRY BUT A LOT OF TIME HAS PASSED. LIBERTY BELL WAS ACROSS THE ROAD. YES I DID DRINK JIN RO. KPA 1, 9, THE GAK, THE LIGHT HOUSE IN OUR BUILDING.

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C Company 297 MI BN 88-89

Comments: Wow Hal, I never thought I'd see my name in any reports or dedications. I was doing a search on my grand father and figured I see what came up if I typed my own name in. Boy was I shocked, I'm still serving in the army going on 19 yrs now. Looking back at my time in the JSA boy I realy miss those days and the guys I served with. I've only run into one since then. anyway thanks for posting my comments in your write up, God Bless you and your family, and I'll see you on the high ground. 1SG Edwin Brand, Panmumjom (JSA) 88'-89'

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J.S.A. sept.90-dec.91

Comments: Like everyone I am thrilled to have found this site.I served with some real kraizes.Anyone remember SFC.Casse,Jason Grime or James Snyder?

"IN FRONT OF THE ALL"

Keywords: 90-91,The Plunger,James Sndyer

4th Platoon Jul 83 - Jul 84

Comments: I was a Barbarian (4th Plt) from Jul 83 until sometime in the spring of 84 when they made me a tour guide. This tour, and the reality of what we did, spoiled me for the rest of my career in the Army until I went to Kosovo in 1999. It was real; no drills, no practices, no "do-overs", no bullshit. But it was also so much fun with a bunch of crazy guys. The last of the all-male units. I really do miss those days. Take care fellow vets of the JSA.

Keywords: JSA, Barbarian, Tour Guide, Camp Kittyhawk

Sorry To say....

Comments: sorry to say but the jsa now has been officially handed over to rok control, im currently serving here and its sad to see it all go, the sanc has been gone for about 5 months and all training is cancelled, its crazy, and tomorrow, october 1, the PMJ resturaunt will close for good, very sad to see mom and pop leave, well thats it for now, for recent pics email me at moss122@aol.com

PFC BEATON

Keywords: PFC Beaton for all the MP's past and present here at the JIZA

1976 Maddogs

Comments: Any other Maddogs out ther send an email. Would love to hear from you.

Keywords: Zoom from Georgia Operation Paul Bunyun

A Co 102 MI 88-89

Comments: I havn't heard from anyone for a while. I've got a video that some of us made there. We basically just walk around the Ghetto, the company area, and the Katusa snackbar. There's a long pointless part where we are bowling. Some of the people on it are Mark Montoya, Bob Newman, Woody Lott, Eric Swanson, and a lot of others. I made one copy on DVD and I think I can make some more. Send me an email if you are interested.

Keywords: Camp Hovey Korea 88-89 A Co 102 Mi Bn

MERRY MAD MONKS OF D.M.Z.

Comments: I Served IN 1970 .Last person i talked to was dan dedorf

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JSA Awards

Comments: Recently I saw a soldier deployed to Iraq with a JSA combat patch. Was the unit awarded combat patches? Also, what awards has the unit been issued since the early 90's? I served with the MIGHTY Renegade Bastards from 90 to 91 and miss it!

Gary Bent

-In Front Of Them All-

Keywords: JSA, Renegade Bastards, Awards, JSF Company

Specialist Paul Jansey Unit Armorer/ Headquarters /Headquarters Command 86'-89'

Comments: Have lots of pictures of good times there

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JSA 66,67

Comments: looking for friends from panmumjom

Keywords: served with un connand,joint security area66,67

2002-2003

Comments: The good times and the bad?

Keywords: BIG DaDDy A, If you know the name give me a shout!

JSA 1996-97

Comments: I miss that place! Truely the best unit in the army! God Bless all my JSA Brothers, past and present!

IN FRONT OF THEM ALL!!!

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Hey JSA Brothers

Comments: Miss that place tremendously! Truely the best unit in the Army. Miss all the Barbecues we had outside the barracks with the guys! God Bless all my JSA Brothers, past and present!

Keywords: Cespedes, Bazan, Caban, softball team

Looking for guys of JSA 74-75

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who served at Jas 1974-1975. Anyone who remembers the crap the NK guards used to pull from day to day, fights and thoughts of going to war. E-mail me.

Keywords: Marble mouth Medina, Tooth Rangers, Moose night

JSA Pan Mun Jom 1971-1972

Comments: I was glad to find this web site to help locate some of the good friends that stay in my memory from those young years at Pan Mun Jom. If anyone served during 1971 to 1972 with Sgt. Finkle and Lt. Henning, I would like to hear from you. I have my old photo album and JSA badge as the only tokens. It would be great to hear from the JSA brothers that served with me. I am also trying to find one of my good Katusa friends, but don't know how to go about it. If anyone knows how to locate Huh,Yoon Suk, Please let me know. Most of us who went to JSA when we got off the plane were assigned because of our height. Moose night was probably the part of history that stands out in every 19 year olds mind. The friendships that were there for the year is the part that I would like to tap into. Please drop a line.

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JUN 72 - JUN 73 OPERATIONS

Comments: Just thought I'd drop a note after reading some of the other postings from guys that were serving on the 'Z'.

It was a great time to be in when draftees and enlistees served at the same time. A good bunch of guys (some goofy dogs) and many stories of listening to loud music in smoke filled hootches. We were lucky to have been there in those days.

Look forward to hearing from any guys that were there in 72 and 73.

Keywords: SSG Fraembs, Mick Powers, SFC Cunningham, LT Moss, BO Beatty, Moose night, 1st run movies at our 'theatre', A LTC in the Banjo ditch

JSA 91-92

Comments: I was assigned to H&S Co, C&E Shop from 91 to 92. I loved my assignment to the JSA and would love to one day go back. I'd love to hear from anyone from the unit. I love the sites and pics that are all over the web.

FOREVER "IN FRONT OF THEM ALL"

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JSA-C@E 92-93

Comments: looking for anyone who served between 12-92 to 12-93. capt gavin, sgt ross, griff, kloss, wop, pierce, carter, engleking, great times, great friends

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JSA-C@E 92-93

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PanMunJoN 86-87

Comments: Served in 1st PLT Animals 86-87.

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UNCSF-JSA '86-87'

Comments: Served as the PAC NCO. Never questioned a moment why we were there..."In Front of Them All"....

Keywords: "Buck Wolf"

90/91 2nd platoon Madogs JSA

Comments: Just an update. Things are always changeing in this world. Jsa soldiers are still the best in the world IN FRONT OF THEM ALL!!!!!

Keywords: 90/91 2nd platoon Madogs

BARBARIANS RISE UP

Comments: WE HAD ALOT OF FUN GUYS AT THE CLUB WITH CHOO CHOO THE BAR MAID,. ALL THE TRIPS TO YUN JU GO WE OWNED THE VILLAGE ..

Keywords: WASI IN THE 4TH PLATOON FROM 83-84 LT LAW WAS THE LT (HUP JSA) .

C Btry 1/15F.A. Camp Stanley 83-84

Comments: Was wondering if anyone out there remembered the good times had while walking perimeter guard at 4p1.And the joy of having the katusa's translate that the N.K.'s were trying to convince the katusa's to kill us and defect north.Or the speed balls every time the chinese wanted to defect.Better yet,when the Russians down KAL 007,and we went to the field not knowing if we were going to come back.But I would not ever change the fact I was there and proud to be.

Keywords: C Btry 1/15F.A.,"special weapons",base piece.

Camp Kaiser

Comments: Anybody who was at Camp Kaiser, 1969 to 1971, remember any incidents, like spiper fire, handgranade attach, potrols, listing post attach, any incident you may remember, someone wounded or killed, Please let me know

Keywords: Nickname was O'D

Looking for Comrads from March-65 to March-66

Comments: Looking to hear from anyone who served in the JSA from March 65' to March 66'. I drove Escort for the Swiss/Swedish Officers while I was there. A Korean boy ran out into the road outside of Seoul and I struck him with my vehicle and I was almost "strung up" by the locals.My fellow MP co-horts from Seoul whisked me away just in time. Anyone know where Ronnie Rupp is now (He was from somewhere in PA.originally) ??

Keywords: personal friends

grabeau good to hear

Comments: i was in third there, duing this time i went to berlin with Empie. I was there 89-90.

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JSF MADDOGS 89-90

Comments: Looking for anyone how served with me in the JSA. Empie,Lester,Mac,Smith,Berryhil,SGT Brown, you know how you are there are to many names. But Joe Butcher should have told you that him and Huebner were standing on cordon row watching a north korean tour when the Chinese JDO defected. Yes I know that 1 PLT had the duty that day but there were five or six maddogs augmented that day.Butcher,Huebner,Vanover,Empie,and Collins. As for X-Mas 1989 The maddogs and some members from 4 PLT were useing any thing we could find to sledding down the hill from the JSF orderly room and ditching just before we ran into the building at the end or the escort car that some one droped in to the turtle ditch. We also used one of the CUCV's to instruct the fine art of bumper skiing. It was truly a great time and I would not give it up for anything.

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Looking for PFC Bryan George

Comments: I'm working on the 50 Year History of the DMZ special for the History Channel and I am looking for PFC Bryan George in 1st Platoon ASAP He was involved in the Axe Murder Incident and we need to get in touch with him YESTERDAY If anyone knows how I can get in contact with him, please call me at (818) 566-4454 OR e-mail me at richard_noel_benavides@hotmail.com THANKS Richard Benavides

Keywords: History Channel Documentary

JSA 96-97

Comments: What a great unit! Glad to see the JSA is finally getting the recognition it deserves. "In Front of Them All"

Keywords: MACHA-TOC

1st platoon 12/69 - 1/71

Comments: Many fond memories of my time at JSA. Lived in Hooch T-9 and remember many a mad dash to fill the oil can for the space heater. Dizzy was my dog during my tour and also a resident of T-9.

Many transitions during my tour... m-14's to m-16's, the escort jeeps, the buco helmets, the pinups had to come down, the 50 cal arrived (assigned to me and the motor pool sgt because we were the only guys at that time who had trained with a 50), Bullet the compound boss dog was poisoned by an unknown, and other things lost in the haze.

Was there for the JAL passenger release, the forest fire, the Oct '70 incident, the Eldridge Cleaver demonstration, and too many minor scuffles to mention. It was a high tension job but at 21 I had a ball. The view from the top of the water tower was magnificent.

Glad to see so many web pages dedicated to this unit, it's not very well known outside the military. Hats off to my JSA brothers...... if the world only knew.....

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H&S Co C&E Section 85-86

Comments: Looking for anyone that remembers me. It was a great time to be a soldier.

Keywords: Brent McJennett, Korea, UNCSF-JSA

JSA JAN 74- JAN 75

Comments: Was there when the fight broke out because of the general that went up there in civilian clothes. Remember when Franco Harris visited. I was the guy that drove chow up there on the dat of the big fight. Was in base camp when the alarm went off. We all got on our combat gear and thought we were going to war. Just the short distance from Pan Mun Jom to Camp Kitty Hawk the news was that there were guy's laying all over the ground. They loaded us on trucks and we were ready to go help but the fight stopped. I was the only extra guy to go up there there that day because the guys needed food. I was 18 and scared. I used to go pick the girls up sometimes for Moose night.

Keywords: Mike Hope, Can't remember ant more names.

Looking for Jim Withee

Comments: Looking for Sgt Jim Withee, JSA 87, good bud from the ville in Seoul.

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Looking for Jim Withee

Comments: Looking for Sgt Jim Withee, good bud from the ville in Seoul.

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4th Plt JSF

Comments: Looking for anyone that was stationed with 4th Plt Barbarians between 83- 84 . I left in November 84 just prior to the fire fight. If any other barbarians are out there contact me please.

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JSA 83-84 2nd plt. maddogs

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JSA 83-84 2nd plt. maddogs

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JSA May 75 to June 76

Comments: I served in Lt. Maxwell's platoon and left country just prior to Cpt. Bonifas and Lt. Barrett being killed. Ricky Shaw and Col. Vierra I have had contact with, but Junie Hester, Guy Brieder, Ted Sizemore, Connelly and the rest...what ever happened to you guys? I would love to hear from any and all of you.

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4th Platoon Barbarians Nov 87-88

Comments: I still stay in contact with a couple other "Barbarians" from the aforementioned time frame.

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Army Superior Unit Award

Comments: For all JSA members serving from 1984 through 1986, according to DA PAM 672-3 Unit Citation and Campaign Participation Credit Register(DTD 29 JAN 1988), Table 11, pages 96-97, the Army Superior Unit Award was awarded both to UNCSG-JSA and to UNCSF (JSF company) for inclusive dates. For a description of this award, see AR 600-8-22 Military Awards (DTD 25 FEB 1995), para 7-16 (p 45). See AR 670-1 Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia for wear of the award on uniform and wear of the lapel pin on civilan attire. (By the way, I have current versions of all three regs, in PDF format and can e-mail them to you. You'll need to download a free copy of Acrobat Reader versions 4 or 5; just go to www.download.com or www.adobe.com to get it. Just send me an e-mail and I'll respond with the attachments. They are not very big files.)

Inclusive dates and orders:

United Nations Command Support Group–Joint Security Area, Army Superior Unit Award—18 Sep 84–26 Nov 84, DAGO 9, 87.

United Nations Command Security Force, Army Superior Unit Award—15 May 85–15 May 86, DAGO 30, 87.

Keep in mind this is a "right-pocket" permanent award for soldiers serving during that period. Though the award orders are identified here, you can request an amendment to record, and I believe request the actual award and orders. If not, the ribbon can be purchased at any clothing sales store or through AAFES (www.aafes.com).I would think there is a certificate that you can request a copy of, but I'm not certain. Never hurts to ask.

See the addresses listed at the end of this message for requsting the award.

Wear: Per AR 670-1, para 29-11, Table 1, p. 284, regarding first and second awards, members of JSA or JSF during the inclusive dates for those awards are authorized to wear just the award. If you were a member of JSF during BOTH periods, you are authorized the wear of an oak leaf cluster. If you are part of the latter group, be certain you request both awards "with oak leaf cluster."

To get it, you should provide a copy of your orders assigning you to the unit during that period and, if you have it, provide a copy of your PCS orders at the end of the tour (not essential, but it helps). Also, if you received any award (AAM, ARCOM, HSM, etc.) during these inclusive periods and have orders for it, a copy of this can help prove you were assigned to the unit.

Per AR 600-8-22, para 1-46, p. 8:

Table 1–1 Addresses for requesting medals Request for: Personnel in active Federal military service or in the Army National Guard or U.S. Army Reserve. Submit to: Unit Commander. ATTN: N\A.

Request for: Medals in behalf of individuals having no current U.S. Army status or deceased. Submit to: Commander U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center. ATTN: DARP–VSE–A 9700 Page Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63132–5200.

Request for: Personnel receiving retired pay, except general officers. (This will also work for soldiers who ETS'd or otherwise left active duty but did not go into the Reserves or ARNG and did not retire.) Submit to: Commander U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center. ATTN: DARP–VSE–A 9700 Page Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63132–5200.

Request for: Retired general officers. Submit to: Commander, PERSCOM. ATTN: TAPC–PDA 200 Stovall Street Alexandria, VA 22332–0471.

Forever "In Front of Them All"

Keywords: JSA, CIB, ASUA, DMZ, recognition

CIB Award

Comments: I just read the article regarding MSG Holbrook's CIB. Was that awarded to all members of 4th platoon? I was a member of 3rd Platoon during that action and I have to say it's nice to know the guys involved in that action are finally being recognized.

Keywords: JSA, CIB

THE 'Z'

Comments: Looking for old & new friends. would love to see more photos & hear all stories about your time "In Front of Them All" Especially would like to communicate with guys presently on the "Z". Whats happening now? I am Class of "71" Former sgt Don Wehr

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ZOO ANIMAL KEEPER

Comments: MY NAME IS JIM STRONG, I WAS A SSG AND ASSIGNED AS PLATOON SERGEANT OF 1ST PLATOON "ANIMALS" FROM 1988-1989. LET ME HEAR FROM ANY OF YOU ANIMALS OUT THERE!

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ZOO ANIMAL KEEPER

Comments: MY NAME IS JIM STRONG, I WAS A SSG AND ASSIGNED AS PLATOON SERGEANT OF 1ST PLATOON "ANIMALS" FROM 1988-1989. LET ME HEAR FROM ANY OF YOU ANIMALS OUT THERE!

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Zoo Keeper

Comments: My name is Jim Strong, I was a Staff Sergeant and served as platoon sergeant for the Animals of 1st platoon, JSF Company.It was truly an honor for me to serve with the outstanding soldiers assigned to 1st platoon.I stayed busy keeping you guys out of trouble, like the night I had to get Dumpy out of the club after he smacked a whore in the head with a cue ball, or when Moorehouse moved his girlfriend in his barracks room for an extended stay. I grew as an NCO working with you guys. I apologize for leaving the Company and going to 2nd ID, but I live by my principles.If you remember we had a situation where an American soldier had a 45 stuck to his head by a katusa and our leadership wouldn't do anything to the katusa because of politics. I couldn't serve the leaders I had after that.I know some of you didn't understand, but my job was your health,welfare,and combat readiness. How could I do that with the leaders I had.I stood in front of Cpt Powell,Col Patrick and I can't remember the CSM we had, but none would do anything.That decision cost me an MSM and I was blackballed by the CSM when I arrived at Camp Howe. I proved to the leadership at Camp Howe that I wasn't the problem and had a pretty good tour with D company as the senior squad leader. I then returned to good old Ft. Benning, Georgia and was assigned to the Sniper school for a while and later was discharged on a medical for a blown out knee. I live in Indiana with my wife and 5 kids and work as a safety director for Oakwood/Schult homes. If any of the Animals are out there e-mail me and let me know how your doing.

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Animal Platoon Sergeant

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JSA/Escort Section '85-'86

Comments: What a great unit! Good times, great people, and real world mission. One of my fonder memories is trying to follow one of the JSF grunts in blackout drive at what seemed like 50mph between check point one and the NNSC camp. The road marches, "saturday fun runs",MAC meetings, and bbq's...all good. Does anyone remember the MAC meeting in 85 I think, when the ROK accused DPRK of sending spy boats south? Great story. The ROK announced that it destroyed a spy boat and 3-4 soldiers just off the coast. DPRK rejected this claim and tensions increased. Shortly thereafter, a MAC meeting was called at PMJ. EVERYBODY shows...UK,Aussies,Philipinos,China,Cheks,Pols,ect.So, the night before the MAC meeting a double bed semi shows up at Kitty Hawk with a large tarp covering something big. Guarding this semi was a platton of ROK rangers and wire. No one was allowed to go near this trk. The next day, the MAC meeting is packed with media and diplomats. Just as DPRK denies any involvement with a supposed spy boat, the semi trk pulles into PMJ. The tarp is pulled away to reveal a beautiful, all black speed boat with 2 Johnson outboards, sophisticated electronics, weapons,and several dive suits...with bullet holes in them. When the ROK asked if DPRK would like their soldiers remains returned to the North, the DPRK still refused to acknowledge any part of this incident. The best part had to be the Chinese delegation. As they were inspecting the boat, you could read their minds...amature's.

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best assignment ever

Comments: i will always remember col. millers husky runs and 229. i was a tour guide from 04 mar 2002-04 mar 2003. had to of been one of the best jobs in the army. if i served with you or you served there at all look me up.

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SCOUT 8MONTHS AND TOUR GUIDE 4 MONTHS

Comments: WHAT UP FELLAS, I'M NOT SURE IF YOU ALL ARE OUT THERE READING THIS OR NOT BUT IF YOU WERE AT THE JSA FROM MAY OF 99 TILL MAY OF 00 THEN CHANCES ARE, WE PROBABLY HUNG OUT TOGETHER. THIS MESSAGE IS TO LET ALL MY OLD HOMIES KNOW THAT I STILL THINK ABOUT YOU GUYS ALL THE TIME AND NOBODY WILL EVER KNOW WHAT THE HELL WE WENT THROUGH ON A DAILY BASIS...HIT ME UP SOMETIME IN THE NEAR FUTURE GUYS. I WANT TO GIVE SOME SOUT OUTS TO SOME OF THE OLD CREW...LIKE JOHNSON, SKIPPY, MCNAIR, ANDRADE, CORNELL, MCNEIL, PUNK-ASS SGT HALE, SFC DOBY, EVERHART, OLSON, SPURLOCK, MCNEELY, FUCHS, ERIC DAVIS, ROB DAVIS, AND ALL THE OTHERS I FAILED TO MENTION...THE WORLD HAS NO IDEA HOW CLOSE TO A MAJOR INTERNATIONAL INCIDENT WE AVOIDED WHEN DUMB-ASS DACON SET OFF THE CLAYMORE THAT FRIGHTFUL MORNING AND MESSED EVERYTHING UP FOR ALL OF US. LUCKILY, I JUST LEFT THE SCOUTS AND BECAME A TOUR GUIDE. ANYWAYS I HOPE YOU GUYS SEE THIS AND GIVE ME A CALL..."TRULLY, IN FRONT OF THEM ALL"

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Too Old To Count

Comments: Though not assigned to the Panmunjom facility, in '54 &'55 we (us L-19 pilots) were required to fly as close as possible to the "Truce" area so as not to cause an airspace violation incident. An L-20 Beaver from Taegu hauling curiosity seekers from down south (they were primarily picture takers), failed to make the appropriate takeoff turn and entered restricted airspace near the Truce village. He was hit by anti- acft fire befind left wing decapitating a Lt. Col. passenger but was able to return and land. Am not sure of the airstrip designation nearby but could have been A-160. Would appreciate a response from some old Army Aviators who may have had time in the area. My home field was 10th Corps at A-6 and A-5.

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JSA 71-72

Comments: would love to hear from anyone who served around this time, I have pictures and would be glad to e-mail them to anyone interested, been a long time but if any care to write I would respond.

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