Colored Memoirs of A Living Veteran

Comments: I am MSgt. Roberto Dolendo. I served in Korea with the 10th BCT up to the dissolution of the unit redesignated as 2nd Artillery Batallion up to 1958 and served with the 3rd Military Area in Visayas and was sent to OCS School for Reserved Commission (SRC)1955. I have undergone Special Forces Officers and Enlisted Men's Course. I have undergone the Amphibious Operation Course (LFTU--US Marine). Undergone Airborne training with 1st Special Forces with the 11th US SF Group. Transferred to Phil. Constabulary Command 1965. Was assigned with PC Special Forces. My last assignment was in the 3rd PC Zone in Visayas with the Special Operation Unit. I retired on 1979. Presently enjoying my veterans benefits and allowances at the age of 83. My sacrifices in Korean War has been rewarded and enjoyed by my 4 daughters: one as a manager, one is a Prov'l Offcr. of NCIP, one is a Prov'l Prosecutor (PEFTOK Scholar)and the 4th is a Public School teacher.

Keywords: 10th BCT

10th BCT

Comments: My father, the late Juanito L Cabayao Sr, was a member of the 10th BCT who arrived in Pusan, South Korea and fight the North Koreans and mainland Chinese. He died last April 23,1995 at the age of 72 at Duenas, Iloilo.

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memories of my father

Comments: i am helen paciente-pardillo, daughter of the late crispin paciente,sr. my father died last year, aug. 19,2008 at 89 because he had a stroke. my father was a member of the FIGHTING TENTH and he was so proud of being one.he had his korean memorabilias,medals,pictures, the FIGHTING TENTH BOOK,and his korean uniform when he was still a sergeant.before his death, he was able to visit korea in 1990 after 4oyears with my younger sister, elizabeth and in 1994with my younger brother,julius. during his first visit in 1990, he told us that he cried(tears of joy)and kissed the landmark where they fought.it was a great experience for him. in fact, my father wrote his experiences of the korean war especially the BATTLE OF YULTONG and it was published in a local newspaper, THE MINDANAO CROSS in Cotabato City. he also sent his write up to THE DAILY INQUIRER but it was not published. however, my father was so happy that it was published in THE MINDANAO CROSS AND WAS SO PROUD of that.my father was a very well-organized person.before his death,and reached the age of 80, my father wrote his own EULOGY. during family reunions or gatherings,he requested me to read his eulogy before him with my brothers and sisters around. we are so thankful to him that inspite of his meager salary he was able to send us to school, his 10 children.after his retirement in the army, my father was very active in many organizations especially in the Veterans' association.in fact, he was the co-founder of the VETERANS' MEMORIAL PARK in our hometown, Alamada, North Cotabato,Mindanao,Philippines.he was able to make it through the help of the Korean Veterans'Association and some good people and businessmen in our place.we lost a great father, a hero to us.his memories will forever linger in our hearts.OUR SALUTE TO YOU, TATAY.

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need your participation in my research

Comments: Hello everyone. This is Prof. Emely Dicolen-Abagat of The Catholic University of Korea. I am doing a research related to the participation of the Filipino Vets in the Korean War. I hope to communicate with the families and friends of our Pinoy soldiers who helped during the Korean War and I'm happy that I've found this site. Please I need your help to make the untold stories of our heroes known to both Koreans and Filipinos. I would be interested to meet all of you personally. Please email me at emelyabagat@yahoo.com. Maraming salamat po. Nawa'y maging matagumpay ang proyektong ito sa pamamagitan ng tulong ninyo.

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Son of a 10th bct veteran looking for a korean half sister.

Comments: I am the eldest son of ret. 2Lt Honorio A.Templonuevo of 10BCT unit in korea,that at the age of 82 he is still very much alive and kicking.he is now living in BUhi camarines sur his homeland with my mother.Were 8 brothers in the family and no sister, thats why im searching for my only half korean sister, which he left after the war.my father told me his wartime love affair with a korean women, that by the time they were relieved, his daughter was already 1 yr old more or less. I would like to ask to your good office what requirements should i present in order to find her.

Keywords: Honorio A. Templonuevo (ret.) 2Lt. phil.Army serial number 5006245

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Proud children of the 20th BCT(WE LEAD)

Comments: I am the eldest son of the late SSgt. Gregorio C. Hipolito who served with the 20th BCT in Korea from 1951-1952 and was wounded in action during one of the many battles their unit and battalion have fought distinguishably. It is my earnest hope that the proposed memorial wall mentioned by Mr. Art Villasanta in his news comment(s) will come to fruition where the names of all the gallant heroes in each unit of the 5 BCT's will be etched in that wall as a fitting tribute to their heroism & sacrifice in defense of freedom and democracy so that other people may enjoy peace & prosperity. That wall must be built!

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!4 Bct Korea

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Keywords: I was the Foward Observer for the 3rd Platoon Heavy Mortor CO 180th Reg and served with the 14th BCT. The Men of the 14th BCT were the best to have served with, All SCOUT RANGERS and very proud fighters. Names exscape me but the faces are still present. I had visited your country in 1980 from Batam to San Franado. Your people treated me very kindly. I did email Art Villasanta severial years ago and had conversation when Johnny came to my Forward Outpost for a good look at the enemy. My picture appeared in the Manila news. I showed Johnny what three rounds of H_ E rounds could do to a machine gun nestwe spotted. He was inpressed. Thank you Jim Adkins-- EX Sargent 1952-1953

Peftok's Daughter 19th BCT

Comments: My father was 19th bct korean veteran. With God's blessing he is still living, enjoying his monthly pension as a retired military man. What reminds me when he tolds us the story when we were kids, mentioning the place"Hills Eerie & 191" and the hardship battle experiences during his fought in korean war. I am proud of him as a daughter of Ret.2lt. Jose S. Pacana sr., for such accomplishing combat mission /combat experience to defend other nation. But to other concern, that he always asking? until now,"Is there any peftok benefits that he can avail, since he is still with us?". thank you and awaiting for the reply.

Keywords: "Hills Eerie & 191",19th bct korean Veteran war.

Searching for my grandfather

Comments: Our family here in the Albay, Philippines is desperately searching for the whereabouts of our grandfather, Apolonio Preña, known to serve the US Army during the Korean war and believed to have married an american woman. any information that could lead to our search will be heartily appreciated. God bless you!!!

Keywords: Apolonio Preña

Medical Benefits of My Father

Comments: My father MSGT CELEDONIO SOLUTA PRION is a member of 19th BCT and fought in Korea. He is now a retired Philippine Army, a VETERAN and suffering from Alzheimer. He is always accompanied by my mother to go to Veterans Hospital monthly for medical check-up. Unluckily, they always run out of medicines. My mother and I are asking from PEFTOK what medical services your could provide to my Father. His monthly pension is not enough to sustain his medicines and cost of living.

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we were victims too

Comments: I am a nephew and and a son in law of a korean veteran, as a young boy i heared gruesome details of my uncles experienced of that war. He suffered war shocked for a long time and we were so affected by it. as part of the survivors he narrated all the heroic deeds of his comrades but to my surprised when I told the korean nationals about my story it was ignored maybe bec I am just a poor filipino.that was the worst experienced I had when I was studying in Korea.Now that I am back in Manila never I mentioned it again to Korean people.Shame on them for refusing to acknowledge this part of this history

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PEFTOK VET. Educational benefits

Comments: My Father was a member of 20th BCT, and Korean war vet. I did not used his educational benefits during my college days, Do my children are entitled for educational benefits? They are grandchildren of Korean war vet. Pls. reply at caradanas2002@yahoo.com

Keywords: WE LEAD (20th BCT)DORONILO PARAGAS PANTALEON

Proud Granddaughter

Comments: My grandfather,the late Colonel Alfredo L Cayton,was a member of the 10th BCT PEFTOK.He passed away on July 22 of this year.I have a copy of his diary during his assignment in Korea and some old scanned pictures while he was stationed there.I am producing a private book about him.He also wrote a piece about the Battle of Yultong Bridge which he participated in.I promised to my grandfather on his deathbed that I will try my best to keep his memory alive,as well as the other veterans' contribution to the Korean war.I am flying to Korea tomorrow.I'm a delegate to Revisit Korea Program 2008.Kasama ko ibang PEFTOK veterans and their family members.I own an english school for Koreans.Ngayon Koreans na ang pinaka madalas bumisita sa bansa natin.Ang laki ng nagawa ng mga Pinoy veterans para sa economy natin.I will proudly continue the link to the country that my grandfather was willing to die for.

Keywords: 10th BCT,PEFTOK,Colonel Alfredo Cayton

FYI: My father-in-law PFC Buenaventure O. Cave, Signal PLTN, Charlie COY, 14th BCT

Comments: My father-in-law PFC Buenaventura O. Cave Sr., was assigned to the Signal Platoon, Charlie Company, 14th BCT. He's okay and well and now living in Houston, TX. He still maintains his farm in Bani, Pangasinan. He was stationed in Yanggu, Korea (15APR1953-04JUL1954). His brother was MSGT Benjamin O. Cave, was assigned to the Engineering PLTN HQ,14th BCT. MSGT BCave passed away more than 10 years ago in Bolinao, Pangasinan, Philippines.

Keywords: PFC "BEN" OR "TURANG" CAVE, SIGNAL PLATOON, CHARLIE COY, 14TH BCT MSGT "AMING" CAVE, ENG PLTN, HQ SERVICE, 14TH BCT YANGGU, KOREA RADIO OPERATOR

Donate 70 PEFTOK Share

Comments: Fifty Two (52)Years ago; on 4th day of September 1977, during their Annual Meeting at Camp Crame, Quezon City, Philippines; I was inducted Honorary Membership in the PEFTOK Veterans Association, Incorporated.

During the induction, I was awarded 70 Common Share of PEFTOK Investment and Development Corporation.

I would like to donate this 70 Common Share to KOREAN WAR PROJECT-Dallas-Texas.

Please advice the procedures.

Sincerely yours,

Jong Y. Kim

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Full length Feature Film on PEFTOK Veterans

Comments: A young filmmaker from the Philippines is recreating the significant battles fought by every PEFTOK veteran from the 10th BCT to the 2nd BCT. This DOCU-DRAMA will feature interviews from some of the Veterans who are still alive as well as the family members of those who fell in the line of duty.

This is a call to those family members who might be interested for a video interview regarding their loved ones. Please reply should u be interested. Thank you.

Keywords: films, movies, 10th BCT, 20th BCT, 19th BCT, 14th BCT, 2nd BCT

Grandson of an Avenger!

Comments: My grandfather was a war veteran, member of the 14th BCT, PA (PEFTOK). He is Corporal EUSEBIO JACOB ELECCION of 3 Sqd, 3rd Pltn, "C" Coy incorporated to the 8th Army of the United States of America.

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BENEFITS OF MAXIMINO CUEVAS

Comments: My father is the veterans army and a member of a peftok investment and development corporation and he had a thirty share of stock now he died last June 20, 1995 i would like to verify regarding his benefits with Peftok Serial # 01374 on how to claim regarding this matter.

Keywords: Army Vetereans, 19th Battalion Combat Team Camp Murphy, Quezon City

grandson of an AVENGER : SSGT Gregorio D. Acebu ,14th BCT PA..

Comments: i happen to be a very proud grandson of a man who was a member of the PEFTOK...his unit: The 14th BCT the Avengers...And he is also very proud to have served with the 14th..My grandfather, SSGT.Gregorio D. Acebu of Sierra Bullones,Bohol, is in his 80's,He is still very active now, always on the go.. hoping that other surviving family members of the 14th can come up with some sort of a list of those who are alive...This guys, the Peftok veterans, are the last of its kind..hoping we could give them a surprise before they will just be a part of our memory.... if you happen to be a family member, would appreciate it if we could swap notes for them...

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Very Proud of my Grandfather: A Korean War Veteran

Comments: i happen to be a very proud grandson of a man who was once a member of the PEFTOK...his unit: The 14th BCT the Avengers...And he is also very proud to have served with the 14th..He is still very active now, always on the go.. hoping that other surviving family members of the 14th can come up with some sort of a list of those who are alive...This guys, the Peftok veterans, are the last of its kind..hoping we could give them a surprise before they will just be a part of our memory....

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PVAI TO BUILD KOREAN WAR VETERANS MEMORIAL WALL

Comments: Warmest greetings to our Filipino heroes of the Korean War everywhere on this planet.

My best regards to their wives, sons, daughters and grandchildren and those who recall the bravery of those 7,150 men who served in Korea from 1950-1955.

You have not forgotten PEFTOK and for this I am eternally grateful.

I'm Art Villasanta, historian of the Philippines' participation in the Korean War. Some of you might have visited my PEFTOK website at www.geocities.com/peftok, "THE GLORY OF OUR FATHERS: THE PHILIPPINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE TO KOREA".

I'm sorry that I have not updated the website as often as I could. I had intended to use the website to provide news about PEFTOK and its organization in the Philippines, the PEFTOK VETERANS ASSOCIATION, INC. (PVAI).

It is somewhat difficult updating a Geocities website, as those of you who use this service know. I had intended to open a PEFTOK blog, but this might cause confusion.

Instead, let me use this Korean War Project website to update you on what's happening to our PEFTOK veterans in the Philippines.

PVAI TO BUILD KOREAN WAR VETERANS MEMORIAL WALL

I've seen the plans and they almost moved me to tears.

A "KOREAN WAR VETERANS MEMORIAL WALL" will be built, either in 2009 and 2010.

The Memorial Wall will be inscribed with the names of all the 7,150 officers and men who served in the Philippine Expeditionary Force to Korea (PEFTOK).

The initial concept has it looking like the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington DC.

Our Wall might be in black marble. It will be inscribed with the names and ranks of all our heroes who served in the five PEFTOK Battalion Combat Teams: the 10th, 20th, 19th, 14th and 2nd.

The names of our heroes will be arranged according to their unit.

This is the original plan. It might change but Our Memorial Wall will be built?

Where will it be built?

That is a question that has yet to be answered with finality. But all indications point to it being built inside Camp Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo.

Our Memorial Wall will be built together with a new building for PVAI. Those of you who have visited PVAI's offices will recall it as a single large room, spartan in appearance and furnishings. Donations have allowed PVAI to renovate its office so that this no longer has a run down look.

Money for Our Memorial Wall will have to be raised, however.

When built, the Memorial Wall will give those of you living abroad reason to come home.

Imagine yourself standing before Our Wall inscribed with the names of the men, many your friends, who you served with in Korea. Touching those names, recalling how young you were then, remembering your shared sacrifice in Korea is bound to bring tears to your eyes.

You have the right to cry.

This will be the greatest monument to our heroes who helped save South Korea from Communist conquest.

It will come 60 years after the first PEFTOK man set foot in Korea, but it is almost here.

It must be built.

Keywords: PEFTOK, PVAI, Philippines in the Korean War, Battalion Combat Team, BCT, 10th BCT, 20th BCT, 19th BCT, 14th BCT, 2nd BCT, Philippines, PEFTOK Veterans Association, Inc., Philippine Korean War Memorial Wall

benefits of my father

Comments: my fathre died march 11, 2008 i just want you to know your exact address and telephone number so i could know my benefits of my father. thank you very much Godbless and more power

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