Byron Mcquady (Mac) Burbage

Comments: My Great-grandfather was Mac Burbage he was a Captain flying a F4U-4. His plane was shot down in So-haeri, North Korea on July 24,1951 he was 29 years old. I'm hoping there is someone out there that knew my great garandfather and has pictures or just some stories to tell. I never got to meet him, neither did my mother my grandmother was 5 years old when he died. i would be grateful for any information, im trying to put together a book about him. Thank you.

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Theodore Roosevelt Prater

Comments: My Father, AMC Theodore Roosevelt Prater, served on the Sicily during the Korean War. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who knew him or has information about the Aviation Metalsmiths.

Keywords: Prater, Avaiation Metalsmith

Glad to Share photos and stories 1945 & 46

Comments: My Dad George Kennedy served on this ship from 1945 to 1946 and made trips to South America and Cuba. He is still alive and may know details for anyone looking for information of only these years. I have some photos he took too and will post. The email address and phone number here is his. He is in good health and would be happy to share what he knows. He was an aircraft mechanic.

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Walter Jean Kershner

Comments: Looking for anyone who might have known my father, Walter Jean Kershner, who was a radar/sonar tech on the USS Sicily during the Korean War. My dad passed away in 1964, when I was eight months old. He married Joyce Smith Kershner, had three daughters, ages 10, 8 and 8 months at his time of death. Dad had a heart attack at age of 33 while on the archery range. He died the next day when the blood clot came back thru. I would love to talk to ANYONE who might have remebered my dad. Everyone says I am the one most like him, yet I dont remember him. Thanks to all of you!

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uss corman

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Would like information on the USS Sicily

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Keywords: I would like any information on the USS Sicly, my father was a hospital corman on that ship in the Korean War. My dad is still alive and doing well. He is living in North Carolina. I would like any pictures or stories about him for a book I am making for him. He has some pictures, but I was interested in seeing if there were any others out there. ANything would be appreciated. Thank you

To any one who might have known my dad

Comments: i am looking for any one who might have known my dad William A Newton from mo. deceased Korean Vet died 1953,54,55, idont even know where he is buried, he was born around 1928

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CVE-118

Comments: My late father, Kay Dee Daniels, served on the USS Sicily (CVE-118) from 1949-52, as a BT-3 (Boiler Tender 3rd Class).

His comments and stories to me through the years were intriguing and as humorous as war stories can be (especially about the VMF-214 "Black Sheep"). And some of his shore leave pictures (those which survived his tour)are hilarious (especially a champagne or two while in Marseilles).

There were also the serious and shocking stories about war and its consequences to life and limb.

He enjoyed his time on the "Phantom" and I still have his "yearbook" of the Sicily, plus an old Collier's containing the article on the ship (from an fellow shipmate of his with whom, I'm sorry to say, I've lost touch).

To all of his fellow "squids" and "jarheads," thank you one and all. Through even the most difficult days of the war, his life was enriched because of you.

Sincerely, Russell M. Daniels

Keywords: CVE-118, USS Sicily, Korea, Phantom, BT-3

USS Sicily CVE 118 Shipmates

Comments: Here in 2005 we still look forward to getting together with our Shipmates and morn and miss those who have pre-deceased us.

Keywords: USS Sicily CVE 118, Korea. 5 Battle Stars, Marine Fighter Squadrons

Freddie "Butch Whalen

Comments: I'm looking for shipmates or friends of my father, Freddie "Butch" Whalen who was a welder on the USS Sicily. I'm not sure of the dates, but I know he was in Boston, Norfolk, Greece, Scotland, and "up the Yellow River" during the Korean "conflict". Mom says they went up there to get the Marines out. He and my mother married in Nov. 1951 and they lived in San Diego and Long Beach where the ship was - so I know he was onboard the Sicily prior to and after 1951. (Actually, mom has said he shipped out 3 days after they were married. Ah- you navy rascals! Love 'em and leave 'em). Happily, my father returned from that tour, is still living (with the same old gal) and they are coming for a visit. I thought it would be a hoot for him to get in contact with any friends or even foes from the ship that knew him. Thanks for any replies.

Keywords: "Butch", welder, USS Sicily,

KOREAN WAR CRUISES 52

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Keywords: I was a gunner's mate and was on mount 40-10 if any remeber's me i sure would like to hear from them

Helicopter Pilot LCDR Conant 7/28/51

Comments: I would like very much to contact LCMDR Conant who was a chopper rescue pilot on the USS Sicily CVE-118. According to Vance L. Yount Jr., Major USMC (Ret.) who was a member of The "Death Rattlers" 323 squadron, "LCMDR Conant launched in his whirly bird and later scuttlebutt had it that an oil slick had been found. Conant took a sample and somebody decided it was diesel oil. We saw and heard the Tin Cans dropping Ash Cans on the alleged sub contact." I would think that there was a second member of Conant's helicopter and I would also like to contact him for his memories and observations of the attack. See: http://www.ussrenshawmysterytarget.com for the complete story on this 29 hour attack and subsequent research. Thank you all! Al March

Keywords: TE 95.11 July 28, 1951, 1913 attack on submarine.

Korean War cruises 52-53

Comments: I was aboard the Sicily from May 1952 until discharde from USN in Aug. 1954. Would like to hear from anyone in the V1 div. Marvin Thomas.

Keywords: Korean War Cruises, V1 Div. USS Sicily.

Comments: Mr. Jerry Benton, I tried to respond to an old email address, if you you have a new address please post. Thank you, Bonnie Cubbison Sands

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Radarman

Comments: My father was a Radarman 2nd class on the Sicily from 1949 to 1952. I recently found this web site and will forward any responses to him. He would like to be in touch with others from the ship. Thank you. Bonnie Sands

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Looking for ship's log

Comments: Looking for AA reports concerning Dad's death: USMC Captain William Simpson, VMF 214, 16 September 1950. Was sent basic information concerning tail number, etc...perhaps someone remembers Dad...I see there were several guys who served at the same time, although it seems that the times were chaotic. Thanks

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USS SICILY

Comments: MY BROTHER,BILL RUSSELL WAS ON THE USS SICILY DURING THE KOREAN WAR. UNFORTUNATELY ABOUT 6 MONTHS OUT OF THE SERVICE HE WAS KILLED IN A CAR ACCIDENT.

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Comments: It is great to see the interest of so many Sicily Veterans. Any Shipmate interested in joining us in the USS Sicily CVE 118 Association, please contact me at one of the above addresses. Our 2003 Reunion will be in Norfolk, September 14-17, 2003. We would love to have all Shipmates join us for this Reunion. Our Roster is now almost 500 strong and is a good source of locating your shipmates. Take care and SICILY FOREVER Ed Smith

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Trying to locate

Comments: I am trying to locate Robert Giles who was on the Sicily in 1949. He was in his twenties and that's all I know. My dad served in the Korean War, but my mother, Fay Bowker, knew Mr. Giles and dated him. She is single and looking to contact him. If anyone has any information about Mr. Giles, please e-mail me at vunction500@hotmail.com.

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USS Sicily

Comments: My father (Sheldon DeGrasse) served on the Sicily during the Korean War. Email us if you know him. URL: colleenborrero.com Link to USS Comte de Grasse

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USS Sicily - Service 1949-52

Comments: Served on the USS Sicily from 1949-1952. Caught the ship in Norfolk, Va. Went from there to Boston for 3 months dry dock. From there we went back to Norfolk and then to San Diego. On July 4,1950. We sailed to Japan and then to Korea for 6 months of duty. Imade two trips to Korea while aboard. I was in the aviation div. Left the ship in 1952 and was discharged Sept. 1952.

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Comments: My father served onboard during 52. I am looking for Aircraft Action Reports for 10 September 52. I found the action reports for the ship during that time. I remember my father telling me that an F4U from the VMA-312 was the first prop driven plane to shoot down a MiG. The ships action report tells this, but additional information can be found on the VMA-312 Aircraft Action Report No. 74. Any assistance on finding this action report would help me. Thanks in advance.

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Service on USS Sicily

Comments: Served on USS Sicily for about six months after completing ET School at Treasure Island. September, 1952- March, 1953. Transferred to USS Kenneth Whiting (AV-14) for remainder of service, ending 11 May 1955. Passed exam and qualifications for ET1, but promotion would not have been until 1 September 1955. Regret to inform you that Walter Kershner, who was Lead Petty Officer of ET's at time I was onboard passed away several years ago. He was an instructor at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City.

Keywords: Boot Camp, San Diego; ET School, Treasure Island; USS Sicily (CVE-118); USS Kenneth Whiting (AV-14); Naval Station, San Diego.

1953 to 1954

Comments: Hey anyone know the little electronics shop on the left side just after leaving the enlisted mess hall with usually a torpedo on a wooden dolly sitting by the door. I was in the ordanence compartment that led into the enlisted mess. I was stationed on the ship july 53 until Feb 1954 and was an ATAN. IF ANYTHING SOUNDS FAMILIAR, EMAIL AT julian_jim@hotmail.com

Keywords: Last Korean curise, Advanced Underwater Weapons Shop, JIM JULIAN, ATAN