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Entry: 81443 30TH WEATHER SQDN	MY FATHER LARRY GROPPER SERVED IN THE 30TH WEATHER SQDN
ROBERT S. GROPPER wrote on December 23, 2011 CITY AND STATE: POUGHKEEPSIE NY UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father, Lawrence H. Gropper (Larry) served in the 30th Weather Squadron, Osan Korea and Japan in the early 1950's as a weather observer. Although, he passed away in 1985, I still remember him telling me stories about how he sometimes had more say than the generals because he could tell them not to fly due to bad weather. I always loved to brag about that fact. He was a professional photographer from Brooklyn, NYC. Does anyone remember him? Keywords: Lawrence (Larry) Gropper, 30th Weather Sqdn, Weather Observer

Entry: 75288 30TH WEATHER SQDN	HQS, 30TH WEATHER
CARL C. (CLYDE) KOEHNE wrote on June 29, 2010 CITY AND STATE: WACO TX UNIT: HQS 30TH WEATHER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Checked the website today for first time in a couple years and saw entry by Hugh Kirtland who was a Lt. in Hqs 30th Weather in l95l and 52. Sent an email to him thru this site today. Hope he receives. Ran across Harold Cason some years back and we had a meeting. He is only one I have ever discovered who was in the Hqs while I was there from June 5l to late April 52. 60th Anniversary of beginnings of war just passed. Gads, where have all of those years gone. The years have been good to me. I am happy with where I have been and content with who I am. Best wishes to you all. Clyde Koehne, former T/Sgt USAF Keywords:

Entry: 74608 30TH WEATHER SQDN	KIMPO WEATHER
EDWARD BEARD wrote on May 6, 2010 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I was stationed at the Kimpo Weather Station from 06/54-12/54. Worked at the Radiosonde Station about 3-4 miles from main base. Some names: Stan Tilley, Martin Gut, Ed Schrodes, Doug Hatfield, Gremel, Bob Mendel, TSgt Fugit, TSgt Paul Noga, MSgt William O. Warren, and Elliot. DetCo Major Ralph Hanna. Keywords: Kimpo Weather 1954

Entry: 70327 30TH WEATHER SQDN	2143 AIR WEATHER WING
HUGH KIRKLAND wrote on May 26, 2009 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: i served in 30th weather squadron, 2143 air weather wing stationed in seoul from oct 1951 through july 1953 looking for those who served with me Keywords:

Entry: 69636 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOOKING FOR K-14 MEMBERS 54-55
LAVERNE DAVID MORELL wrote on March 26, 2009 CITY AND STATE: MUSKEGON MI UNIT: DETACHMENT 23 30TH WEATHER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Keywords: Looking for anyone assigned to Detachment 23, 30th Weather Squadron at K-14 Kimpo July 1954- June 1955

Entry: 67530 30TH WEATHER SQDN	DET 33 SEP '56- SEP '57
FRANK MARTIN wrote on October 17, 2008 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: DET. 33 30TH WEARON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Worked with a guy named Al Oliver, who, according to him, was on Womi-do w/the Marines prior to yhe Inchon Invasion. I was with Det 33 from Sep '56 to Sep '57 assigned to A-4 I Corps Aviation Co. Ouijongbu: A-2 7th Div Aviation Co. Tong Du'chon then K-55 OsanAB. Few names I can remember Rick Favor [s/sgt], Tom Covington, [wx editor] Otis Spellman, Rick [?] Gagne Duane Brockineer [P-Y do]. Keywords:

Entry: 64903 30TH WEATHER SQDN	WEATHER DET. POHANG KOREA K-3 1950
WILLIAM MCKINNEY wrote on March 24, 2008 CITY AND STATE: REDDING CA UNIT: WEATHER DET 30TH WEATHER SQDN. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Our AWS Weather detachment from Japan was sent to Pohang K-3 early in July 1950. Pohang was about 60 south of Pusan on the East Coast. It was in what was called the Pusan Prmimeter.It was an old japanese Fighter base in WW2. Our Commander Officer was Al Watson Forecaster and B-26 pilot. Our planes were p-51 Mustangs and B-26 bombers that were probably the first Korea based squadrons to fly support for our troops. Our operations were short lived because the North Koreans forced us out in Sept 1950. The Marines came in and took over operations later.I kept in touch with observers Ed Vermillion and Gene Priddy.Also later with Al Watson. Now these many years later its sad to say that I am the only one living of our 6 man Weather Det. I am a retired Educator, and Commander of the KWVA Nor. Cal Chapter No 1 I have many good memories of my good buddies that I served with in the sometimes called the forgotten war. Keywords: Mac and my buddies Ed Vermillion ,and Gene Priddy of Louisville, Kentucky .The battle for Pohang AFB K-3 1950. When USAF weather men were turned into infantry.

Entry: 62064 30TH WEATHER SQDN	30TH WEATHER SQDN K14 KIMPO KOREA
FRANK ERWIN wrote on August 23, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 30TH WEATHER KIMPO KOREA K14 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Looking for any one who served in the weather station 1955-56 . Don Pacheco is the only name I can remember now. Have pictures to share and memories Keywords: K14 Kimpo

Entry: 59919 30TH WEATHER SQDN	FRIENDS OF MINE JUNE 1953-4 SUWON, PUSAN EAST
MALCOLM PARSLEY wrote on February 5, 2007 CITY AND STATE: SEOUL UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQUADON DETACHMENT 13 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I would like to cantact some old friends from that year we spent together and share the changes that have taken place here in Koera. Keywords:

Entry: 59628 30TH WEATHER SQDN	WEATHER OBSERVER 30TH WEA. SQ.
ROBERT KENNETH wrote on January 17, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Weather Observer with 30th Wea. Sq. from Sept 1954 till Sept 1955, stationed at K-55 and K-13. Looking for John Flanagan, Neil Kempt or Malcolm Parsley. Keywords:

Entry: 54190 30TH WEATHER SQDN	CHIEF OBSERVER, 30TH WEA. SQ. SEOUL AND OSAN
JAMES MCCAULIFF wrote on November 20, 2005 CITY AND STATE: LYNDHURST OH UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Was NCOIC of weather station in Seoul and then Osan from June 1953 to May 1954. Will welcome hearing from anyone who served with me during that period. Keywords: Jim "Junior" King, Emery Bryant, Denzell Ekey, Emilio Partida, Major Falzgraf.

Entry: 51755 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOOKING FOR SGT COE
THOMAS KEENAN SR. wrote on June 29, 2005 CITY AND STATE: FRENCH CREEK WV UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQ. DET 18 (?) SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I would like to hear from Sgt Coe, I think his first name is Robert but I am not sure. He called himself "One Big Souix Indian" and he was. He had previously served in the 67th before being transferred to Base Weather in 1955. I have wondered about him for some time but could never find a reasonable way until I found this site. Keywords: Kimpo Weather

Entry: 51603 30TH WEATHER SQDN	30TH WEA SQ 1954-1955
JAMES SCHLUMBOHM wrote on June 18, 2005 CITY AND STATE: SPRING HILL FL UNIT: 30TH WEA SQ SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I was a Flight Mechanic with the 30th Wea Sq on the Sq aircraft, C-47, Tail # 4316385 located at K-55, Osan AB. Flew to all the weather sites in Korea to deliver supplies, mail and pay. Lived on the flight line in a quonset hut with three other mechanics. I was transfered from Yokota AB, Japan(56 WRS) to assume the Crew Chief and flying duties on the 30th Wea Sq acft for six months and then return to Japan. My tour with the 30th was Nov 1954 to May 1955. Keywords: 30th Weather Sq, K-55, Osan AB, Korea

Entry: 44811 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOOKING FOR AIRMEN WHO SERVED WITH ME
JAMES MCCAULIFF wrote on July 26, 2004 CITY AND STATE: LYNDHURST OH UNIT: 30TH WX SQ. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was NCOIC of 5th AF 30th WX station in Seoul and Osan 1953 to 1954. Worked with many outstanding officers and enlisted men. Also had 14 ROK airmen in my unit. Have email addresses of Ekey and Leahy. It's been over 50 years but I still remember the good times and bad. To all who served before, during and after me, I salute you and honor your service to this great country. Keywords: James (Junior) King, Emery Bryant, Lt. Co. Karstens, Major Falzgraf, Major Savobda, Lt. Leahy, Denzell Ekey, Jack Rittenhoff, Lt. Emery, Capt. Sullivan

Entry: 38865 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOOKING FOR GEORGE COOK
HAROLD CASON wrote on December 1, 2003 CITY AND STATE: CENTREVILLE VA UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: George Cook and I were buddies but I lost track of him when I rotated back to the States in 1951. If anyone knows his where abouts, please put him in touch with me at the address listed above. Yours truly, Harold Cason Keywords: George Cook and I were stationed at 30th Weather Squadron, Seoul, Korea in 1950 and 1951. I remember that George Cook was from Los Angeles, CA. and his father raised horses. George had a bit part in the Frank Sinatra movie "The Kissing Bandit."

Entry: 37539 30TH WEATHER SQDN	HEROES
EDWARD D. (ED) BEARD wrote on October 13, 2003 CITY AND STATE: AURORA CO UNIT: 30TH WEA SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Two great friends gave their lives so that the rest of us will live in freedom: Cpl Harold L. Neubold 1St Cav, KIA 1950; and PFC Robert C. Orris, KIA 1953. "Where do we get such men?" I heard that quote somewhere, and can't help but think as long as there are "such men" as Harold and Bob, this nation will remain great. Keywords: Heroes; 2nd Inf;1st Cav

Entry: 36612 30TH WEATHER SQDN	30TH WEATHER, K-55, '54-'55
DOUG HOPKINS wrote on August 30, 2003 CITY AND STATE: SPARKS NV UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQUADRON OSAN (K55) SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Don's fine collection of LPs featuring Sarah Vaughn, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and many others helped pass those long hours plotting weather maps through the wee hours in the JOC. I Still remember the Colonel's radioed response back when we heard our dawn patrol of '86's had just been jumped by some MIGs off the west coast of N.Korea..."Shoot the Bastards down!!!" he said. Keywords: Don Sieber, et al

Entry: 36216 30TH WEATHER SQDN	51-52
TOMMY CORNELISON wrote on August 11, 2003 CITY AND STATE: MEMPHIS TN UNIT: WINGHEADQUARATERS NAGOYA JAPAN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I would like to locate any who were in Korea or Japan during that time, Specifically James Rigney III ROK at Inje june 1951 and Bobby Inman at Komaki AFB in Nagoya Japan 1952 Keywords: January 1951 to June 1952 30th Weather Squadron and Wing Hq in Nagoya Japan

Entry: 35483 30TH WEATHER SQDN	54-55
EDWARD D. (ED) BEARD wrote on July 14, 2003 CITY AND STATE: AURORA CO UNIT: 30TH WEA SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was a weatherman in Korea. Joined up in 1952 to go to Korea, but didn't get there until 01/1954 Lost two good friends there when fighting was going on. To all those who served in Korea, and especially the wounded, killed and missing. You didn't get the proper recognition for your sacrifices. At least those who followed you can appreciate your devotion to your duty and country. Thanks. Keywords: 30th Weather Sqdn 01/1954-01/1955 K-4 Sachon, K-47 Cheju-Do, K-14 kimpo

Entry: 34013 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOST FRIENDS
EMERY (E.J.) WINTERS wrote on May 5, 2003 CITY AND STATE: PORT ANGELES WA UNIT: 30TH WEATHERS SQ. DET 23 KIMPO SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Hi, looking for some of the guys i served with between 1954 1955. I was det clerk, nicknamed casey, i can only rember a few names, stanley tilly, from minn. laverne morell, from mich, baby airman bryan,forgot his last name, wayatt j.frison,nickename www san, house boy kim and scoshi. hope to hear from some of you guys. as ever casey Keywords:

Entry: 33793 30TH WEATHER SQDN	STA 830 (TORNADO WEATHER)
JOHN WONDERLEY wrote on April 23, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Spent a year at Detach Sta 830 starting in October of 1953. We lived with the Army 59th Signal Corp which was in a valley beyond Korean II ROK Corp. We rotated between Sta 830 (located at 59th Signal), an Army Laison Spoter Airstrip and an Army Artilery Groupe. I was a Weather Observer and would rotate a week at a time at each of the above. Some of the weather personnel there were Lt Loy, Charles Moshier, Dennis Wells, Dale Hampton, Don Shelton, Jack Printess, James Gilbert, Sam Pettiford and George ?? from WVA. Spent most of off duty time playing cards, basketball and at the NCO club at nithts. Food was OK prepared by Army Sgt Charles Buller. Living accomadations were sparce. The winter nights was rather cold especially when the oil stove went out. It is hard to believe we still have 27,000 troops in Korea after 50 years. After leaving Korea I was assigned to Goodfellow (Sangelo, Tx) and Dyess (Abilene, Tx) Keywords:

Entry: 32917 30TH WEATHER SQDN	K55 (OSAN) 10/54 - 10/55 J.O.C. AND 30TH WEATHER SQ.
DOUG HOPKINS wrote on March 19, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQ. @ JOINT OPS CTR K55 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I plotted weather maps in Weather Central @ Joint Operations Center (JOC) entire year at K55. Mostly, wee hours of night while listening to great recorded music of Sarah Vaughn, Frank Sinatra and the other greats then...thanks to Amn Don Sieber who brought his LPs and phonograph with him from home. Houseboy was Lee Jai Oon (rhymes with tune). Major Rabe was C.O. Officers had house GIRLS who they often paid in credits with Sears Roebuck or Monty Ward catalogue purchases. Weekly beer parties with iced beer in 55 gal. drums...one at each end of the little tin barracks we lived in (12-13 airmen each). Very cold winter '54/'55. The food was good, no shooting, great friends, great memories but, lonesome times 8,000 miles from home. Unchained Melody biggest hit then. Oh, and the acronyms: OMGIF, the FIGMO Board and KMAGYOYO. When you arrived in Korea, it was "Oh My God, I'm F___"; when you were a short-timer, it was "F___I've Got My Orders" and when you waved at your replacement as your plane left the ground it was "F___It George, You're On Your Own". Keywords:

Entry: 30870 30TH WEATHER SQDN	TEAM 830
CHARLES (MOE) MOSHIER wrote on January 1, 2003 CITY AND STATE: RIVERTON WY UNIT: 30TH WEATHER SQUADRON TEAM 830 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Looking for team members, the "terrible 13" Richard C. Swanson (wife Kris), Joseph Magyar, and Dan Ballon (Dirty Dan). Keywords: North of Chunchon, Team 830

Entry: 24829 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOOKING FOR FRIENDS
JOSH BOOKHAMER wrote on April 19, 2002 CITY AND STATE: DUNCANSVILLE PA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 19325 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOOKING FOR HERBERT BACH
WILLARD M. JONES wrote on September 9, 2001 CITY AND STATE: ARLINGTON HEIGHTS IL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Saw a message from Jones, willard m. That he was looking for Herbert Bach of 30th Weather Sqdn for a Greg Nagel.. Do you have any info?? This Notice was a few years Old.. I am Herb Bach From 30th Wea Sqdn Co Do Korea. Any info pls fwd to Papabhh@aol.com. Thanks... Herb Bach Colleyville,Tx Keywords: Herbere Bach of Chicago area, possibly Oak Park. served 30th WxSqdn, K14-16 and on ChoDo with Greg Nagle.

Entry: 15393 30TH WEATHER SQDN	UNIT MEMBER
WILLARD M. JONES wrote on March 11, 2001 CITY AND STATE: ARLINGTON HEIGHTS IL UNIT: 5TH AIR FORCE, 2143RD AWW, 30TH WEA SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Served 2143rd AWW, Tokyo Wea Central 3/52 - 2/53. 30th Wea Sqdn K10 3/53 - 9/53. Searchin for Thomas Brown, 2143rd AWW, was from Westchester, Il. Also Herbert Bach, 30th K14, believe from Oak Park, Il. Keywords: Anyone have a source for the 30th patch?? If not, I do and need interested parties for a bulk purchase to make the price reasonable.

Entry: 14355 30TH WEATHER SQDN	JUNE 5L THRU APRIL 52
CARL C. (CLYDE) KOEHNE wrote on January 16, 2001 CITY AND STATE: WACO TX UNIT: HQS 30TH WEATHER JUNE 5L THRU APRIL 52 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: What can one say - almost fifty years ago when we were young and innocent and thought we would save the world - and perhaps we did. I wouldn't trade the experience for anything, but I'm glad that it is only memories. And, we were lucky - fairly good quarters most of time and basically safe. Those guys on the front were the heroes. Life has been good, and I am quite happy with what I have done with it. My best to you all. Keywords: Hqs 30th Weather - June 5l - April 52

Entry: 13686 30TH WEATHER SQDN	LOOKING FOR REUNION
VIC PARRHYSIUS wrote on December 18, 2000 CITY AND STATE: SUN CITY WEST AZ UNIT: 30TH WX SQ, TAEJON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: 30TH WX SQ, TAEJON Keywords:

Entry: 12578 30TH WEATHER SQDN	HQS 30TH WEATHER
CARL C. (CLYDE) KOEHNE wrote on October 27, 2000 CITY AND STATE: WACO TX UNIT: HQS 30TH WEATHER SQ SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Arrived Hqs 30th Weather in Taegu in June l950. We moved to Seoul about a month later. Conditions primitive in Taegu, but in Seoul we first lived in what had been an elementary school and then in what had been hospital for Seoul Medical School. Our compound across street from Hqs 5th AF. Food horrible, but living quarters okay. Even had steam heat on occasion. R and Rs (I and I) occasionally. Seven days a week worked, but we were lucky compared to guys on front. When stationed at Itami AB (near Osaka) before Korea used to watch med evac planes - usually RCAF C-54"s unloading wounded. Many with horrible frostbite. Left Korea end of April l952 and arrived in Tokyo on May Day - first day of Japanese independence and many riots in streets, burning of American owned cars, and even throwing some sailors in Moat around Emperor's palace, but no fatalities. Interesting. Next assignment was Great Falls AFB, Montana. Anyway, that was all a long time ago. Mostly pleasant memories, but I sure wouldn't want to do it again. Sayonara. Keywords:

Entry: 8934 30TH WEATHER SQDN	30TH WX SQ 10TH ROK FTR. BOMB.K-18
FRANK BAGAMARY wrote on May 26, 2000 CITY AND STATE: ATHENS TN UNIT: 5TH A.F. 30TH WEA. SQN. (1953) SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Basically lost contact with A/1c Saunders upon return to states.Always searched V.F.W. and K.V.A. magazines looking for a reunion of 30th wea sqn K.Vets of 1953. May have overlooked or missed notice of reunion, 50 years later I'm still trying to find him. Don't know if he is still alive. Keywords: 2/1953 arr. Kangnung,Korea (K-18).Assgn.to 10th ROK ftr. gp.Best personal friend Martin(snake) Saunders A/1C. My nickname was Baggy.

Entry: 8410 30TH WEATHER SQDN	30TH WX SQDN. USAF SEOUL, KOREA
DENZELL EKEY wrote on May 3, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 30TH WX SQDN WEATHER CENTER SEOUL SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: We provided weather updates from sites all over Korea to the Joint Operatins Command in Seoul. Would appreciate contact from WX observers in the 1953-54 period serving in Korea. Keywords: 30th WX Sqdn. USAF Seoul, Korea

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