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| Current Message 1 - June 21, 2008 |
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Entry: 66156
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Search for family member 307th/371st |
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Dane Hays wrote on 2008-06-21 17:48:24.0
Comments: I would like to talk with any surviving AF members (or their families)that knew the crew of B-29A Tail #44-86343, possibly named "Wolf Pack". The son of 1LT Ted G. Royer, Ron Royer of Houston, was active for a while in reunions, I would really like to talk to him or his family. If anyone has photos or memorabilia that shows the crew members, I would like a copy. I am specifically interested in A1C Jimmie Rowland Hobday,of Cortez, CO, born in Longmont, CO. on 26 May 32. He was my dad, I was born while he was in HS, my mother promised to marry him when he turned 17, she did not, he joined the AF, may not have told his buddies or his family. But listed her to be notified in case of death, I remember her receiving the MIA letter from the AF in 52. Guessed a lot over the years, but did not find out a lot of info till I cleaned out her nursing home closet, (I am 61), found a hidden bundle, his HS photo & the posted crew photo, with Jimmie's listing of the crew & duty positions on the backside, he lists himself as tail gunner. I am writing a book with Jimmie as one of the central figures & would like info on him & the missions & some of the crew if possible. I would like to know more about my real dad. You may contact me directly at ramblinsarge@hotmail.com
Keywords: B-29A downed 13 Sep 52 over Suiho Hydro Plant, 1 survivor, POW Fred Parker released in Big Switch. Crew status changed from MIA to KIA Feb 53.A1C Jimmie Rowland Hobday AF#17329984, did duty as tail gunner & radio.
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| Current Message 2 - November 6, 2007 |
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Entry: 62873
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Looking for any info on Quentin Newswanger |
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Sam J. wrote on 2007-11-06 21:21:42.0
Comments: I've been trying to find out any information on QUENTIN NEWSWANGER. My grandmother was a Newswanger and we are from the same area as Quentin. We also have a old newspaper article about him that my great grandmoter held onto. Any information would help.
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| Current Message 3 - October 28, 2007 |
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Entry: 62759
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Looking for L-33 Crew members Okinowa 1951 |
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Frederick C. Meier wrote on 2007-10-28 12:50:42.0
Comments: There is not much write -up about this mission
Keywords: Black Tuesday and 12 April 1951 Yalu River Bridge at Anju
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| Current Message 4 - June 1, 2007 |
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Entry: 61180
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Looking for Info |
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Lon Berg wrote on 2007-06-01 18:28:45.0
Comments: He flew with 1st Lt Gordon Howell-Capt Henry Parker-1st Lt Arthur Pimentel-1st Lt Arthur Hofeldt-T/sgt Lloyd Richard-A/1C Harold Fitzke-S/Sgt Robert Grubb-S/Sgt John Miller-S/sgt Lewis Ormand-S/Sgt Edward Byrnside. Any and all info,photos would be greatly aprreciated-I have some info to share.
Lon Berg
Keywords: Looking for info on Major Willard Landstrom 782-757
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| Current Message 5 - June 1, 2007 |
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Entry: 61178
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Korean War Veterans Memorial |
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Tom Stevens wrote on 2007-06-01 18:10:00.0
Comments: Korean War Veterans including myself have completed raising funds and building a Korean War Veterans Memorial at 119th. & Lowell, Overland Park, KS. Total cost of the Memorial, $650,000. Dedication ceremony was held 9/30/06. Memorial Day ceremony was held 5/28/07. I would invite visitors who happen to be in the area. If anyone should desire a paving stone, they may contact me for additional details.
Keywords: Tail Gunner, B-29 Last 3 digits of aircraft number "977"
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| Current Message 6 - May 22, 2007 |
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Entry: 61062
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JAMES RICHARD SANDERS,JR. HELP PLEASE |
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Joyce Sanders wrote on 2007-05-22 10:03:39.0
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Keywords: I am looking for any information on James Richard Sanders,Jr. I was married to his oldest son, Larry Wayne Sanders,who passed away in 2005. James Richard Sanders,Jr. was also known as "Sandy". He served with the 307th bomb Wing,371st Bomb Sq. POW of Korean War in 1950. He did not survive. He died in the POW Camp.
I would appreciate any information that could help me find his other children, possibly another son and a daughter. My husband told me he did not have family, now I find out he does. If you have any information on his wife,Nell Lorraine, I would deeply appreciate it if you would contact me. I know little to nothing of him and his wife or children. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Joyce Sanders
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| Current Message 7 - February 10, 2007 |
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Entry: 59983
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B-29 #44-86343 lost over Suiho; Sept '52 |
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Ron Royer wrote on 2007-02-10 19:02:02.0
Comments: Comments: B-29 Pilot and Crew. My dad and 10 of his 11 man crew were KIA 9/13/52 over the Suiho Electric Plant (Yalu River, North Korea). They were flying out of Kadena, Okinawa with the 371 Bm Sq, 19 Bm Wing.
The crew list follows: Theodore (Ted) G. Royer - AC, James A. Lowe, Jr - Pilot, Nelson M. Brown - FE, Fred E. Bloesch - NG, Henry B. Kelly - Radar, Spiro J Peters - Radar, William K. Phillis - BM, James O. Trosclair - Radio, Jimmie R. Hobday - Gun, James W. Kelly - Gun, James R. LeBaron - Gun, Fred Parker, Jr - Gun.
One of the crew was repatriated in 1953 during "Big Switch." Anyone with any comments or thoughts may feel free to send a message. Any recollections of these mem would be appreciated.
Keywords: In response to:
D.S. Hasen wrote on 2003-09-05 05:12:52.0
Dave Hasenuaer wrote on 2006-01-10 12:48:33.0
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| Current Message 8 - May 30, 2006 |
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Entry: 57427
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tsgt John D Brownell flight engineer |
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John Brownell wrote on 2006-05-30 13:42:51.0
Comments: Looking for information on crew and aircraft
Keywords: B-29 4521710
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| Current Message 9 - March 23, 2006 |
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Entry: 56340
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Kadena,Okinawa June53-Feb54 |
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Don Twomey wrote on 2006-03-23 14:12:02.0
Comments: Would enjoy hearing from anyone on our crew: Delameter,Twomey,Knapp,Majors,Thrush,Gabor,Bonana,Lister,others serving June 53-Feb 54 371st Sq.
Keywords: B-29 Kadena AFB
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| Current Message 10 - January 10, 2006 |
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Entry: 55110
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Photos of Aircraft |
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Dave Hasenuaer wrote on 2006-01-10 12:48:33.0
Comments: I am searching for any photos of B-29 Tail # 44-86343 Commanded by Lt Bloesch, lost over North Korea on the night of 13 Sep 52 not far from the Yalu Hydroelectric Station.
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| Current Message 11 - December 1, 2005 |
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Entry: 54446
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Major Samuel Castleberry crew L-46-AO |
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Elmer Reich wrote on 2005-12-01 22:10:38.0
Comments: I would like to know if everybody is well. Especially Charles D. Swindelhurst.
Keywords: our aircraft # 332
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| Current Message 12 - June 30, 2005 |
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Entry: 51767
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SSGT Francis R. Teevan (Frank) |
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Frank Teevan wrote on 2005-06-30 00:00:00.0
Comments: I am looking for some friends of my Dad who served with him in Korea. I believe this is the correct unit. He was a radio operator on a B-29. Enlisted around 1947 - 49 then re-called from active reserves around 1950 to Korea. Was at Floyd Bennett Field, NY, with reserves and McDill AFB, Florida. Served in SAC and Berlin airlift. Not sure of all of his assignments. Flew on "Black Tuesday" 10-23-51 mission. Also stationed in Okinawa.
Keywords: 307th Bmb Wg 371st Bmb Sq?
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| Current Message 13 - June 30, 2005 |
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Entry: 51766
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SSGT Francis R. Teevan (Frank) |
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Frank Teevan wrote on 2005-06-30 00:00:00.0
Comments: I am looking for some friends of my Dad who served with him in Korea. I believe this is the correct unit. He was a radio operator on a B-29. Enlisted around 1947 - 49 then re-called from active reserves around 1950 to Korea. Was at Floyd Bennett Field, NY, with reserves and McDill AFB, Florida. Served in SAC and Berlin airlift. Not sure of all of his assignments. Flew on "Black Tuesday" 10-23-51 mission. Also stationed in Okinawa.
Keywords: 307th Bmb Wg 371st Bmb Sq?
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| Current Message 14 - March 7, 2005 |
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Entry: 49407
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307 Bomb Group Deployments to U.K. |
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Robbie Robinson wrote on 2005-03-07 08:50:40.0
Comments: The 307th and its three squadrons deployed to England during July to November 1948. The three Squadrons went to:- 370th -Red-RAF Marham. 371st-green-RAF Marham. 372nd -Blue -RAF Waddington. At this time the 307th was not carrying a Tail code on its B-29,s but did carry the "four petalled Dogwood bloom on a blue shield. During Feb-May 1949 the 307th made a second deployment and this time the 370th to RAF Marham and the 371st and 372nd to RAF Lakenheath. The B-29,s now carried a " Hollow arrow Head " on their tails .this, I believe,was an old 8th Air Force marking although I think the Group was now assigned to the 15th AF. I am researching material details of the deployments and also to borrow any pictures / photographs for a book I am currently working on which ie titled; B-29/B-50 Deploymentsto England during the Cold War.1946-1953. Any pictures /photos on loan will be returned to the rightful owner after I have noted details for my artwork. Please can someone also assist me with the 371st and 372nd Bomb Squadron Insignia as it would appear that the B-29,s carried this on the port nose sides. I will be extremely grateful for any kind help. Sincerely, Robbie Robinson.
Keywords: B-29,s of 307th to England during two visits.
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| Current Message 15 - December 12, 2004 |
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Entry: 47472
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B-29 Crew |
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Donald Gill wrote on 2004-12-12 21:09:02.0
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Keywords: L/Col Albert Grinsted, Bombardier, passed away in January 2003. I was the RO/ECM on his crew.
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| Current Message 16 - August 21, 2004 |
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Entry: 45354
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Do you know me? |
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Jack Hunter wrote on 2004-08-21 18:47:30.0
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| Current Message 17 - July 5, 2004 |
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Entry: 44257
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A/2C BURNELL B HANSON |
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John Hanson wrote on 2004-07-05 10:12:33.0
Comments: My dad served during this time Have all his security and order papers one picture of a plane number 816.After march 23 1953 he was transfered to the 96th air refueling sq in altus ok.He died in 1980 of stomach cancer. He is missed dearly. Please e-mail me if u can share anymore.Thx
Keywords: 307th bombardment wing,371st bomb sq.Dec 13 1952 to March 23 1953.
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| Current Message 18 - May 10, 2004 |
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Entry: 42952
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THOMAS (TOM) Stevens wrote on 2004-05-10 17:04:42.0
Comments: Pleasee refer to www.koreanwarmemorial-opks.com
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| Current Message 19 - May 10, 2004 |
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Entry: 42951
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Korean War Veteran's Memorial |
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THOMAS (TOM) Stevens wrote on 2004-05-10 17:02:16.0
Comments: KWVA Chapter #1-181, Overland Park, KS is attempting to raise $500,000 to build a Korean War Veteran's Memorial in Overland Park, KS. Would appreciate any help possible. Send checks made out to "KWVA - Memorial" to: Tom Stevens, 5310 W. 122nd. Terrace, Overland Park, KS 66209 Any help will be appreciated.
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| Current Message 20 - April 17, 2004 |
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Entry: 42405
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Need info on Father-1stLt John A. McCarthy |
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John McCarthy wrote on 2004-04-17 21:03:58.0
Comments: Would like any info on my father-1stLt John A.McCarthy,Bombardier with 371st-AC Commander Capt James D. Ashmore-crew #R-64-AO. 22 missions from Dec 51/ May 52. I need info on the crew members and Aircraft tail number. I am doing a boom on my father and need this info to help fill in the blanks. Also, if any one has any interrogation reports for this unit during this time, I could use a copy. (will pay for all copies). Thanks,John
Keywords: Bombardier, Capt Ashmore, Kadana,Okinawa
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| Current Message 21 - March 4, 2004 |
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Entry: 41495
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Manley P Bishop Co-Pilot |
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Darrel Cooper wrote on 2004-03-04 12:57:46.0
Comments: Would like to get in touch with him. I was his Flt Eng,
Keywords: Manley P Bishop Co-Pilot 371st bomb Sqdn Kadena AFB Mar 53 to Oct 53
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| Current Message 22 - February 15, 2004 |
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Entry: 40900
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Info on Missing Bombardier |
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JOHN A. McCarthy wrote on 2004-02-15 13:23:50.0
Comments: Looking to find crew members/family of my Dad's plane-B-29 while at Kadena,Okinawa Nov 42/May-53.I found my dad after 47 years and I am trying to locate photos of crew and his plane.He was the Bombardier on his B-29 at the time.1stLt John A.McCarthy. Anyone who has any knowledge of my dad or his crew, please contact me. Thanks, John
Keywords: 307th Bomb WIng; 371st Bomb Squadron AC commander listed-Capt James D. Ashmore CFC gunner - James L. Walters Kadena, Okinawa Nov 52 thru May 53-22 missions
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| Current Message 23 - January 17, 2004 |
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Entry: 40034
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David Bench wrote on 2004-01-17 01:47:01.0
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| Current Message 24 - December 20, 2003 |
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Entry: 39296
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Newcomer to This Site |
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CHARLES L. Hunter wrote on 2003-12-20 13:10:36.0
Comments: Have found all of this GOOD history relating to the ones of us that were involved in the Korean "conflict" since I recently acquired a computer. This is a wonderful service you are providing for all of us! THANKS to the many that have put in all the time and hard work on this. EX.S/SGT.Charles L. Hunter AF14267781
Keywords: Charlie
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| Current Message 25 - September 5, 2003 |
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Entry: 36734
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LOOKING FOR INFO ABOUT B-29 TAIL NUMBER 44-86343 |
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D.S. Hasen wrote on 2003-09-05 05:12:52.0
Comments: I am looking for any info concerning this crew and their fate in battle over North Korea in September 1952. Any info will be appreciated.
Keywords: B-29A tail number 44-86343 Lost on 13 September 1952 371st Bomb Squadron of the 370th Bomb Wing
11 crewmembers still listed as MIA.
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| Current Message 26 - August 18, 2003 |
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Entry: 36346
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B-47 |
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Roger Phillips wrote on 2003-08-18 15:57:18.0
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| Current Message 27 - June 2, 2003 |
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Entry: 34583
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seeking info about Con Foley Poynor |
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Jo Ann Pulattie wrote on 2003-06-02 18:50:32.0
Comments: plane spiraled down. He was taken prisoner. any info appreciated.
Keywords: 371 bomb squadron 19 bomb wing shot down over n. korea 1954. taken prisoner. died while missing. any info appreciated. Jo Ann Pulattie
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| Current Message 28 - March 6, 2003 |
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Entry: 32528
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Still Looking for anyone who served with my Father, LeRoy McElhiney and update of e-mail address. |
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Daniel McElhiney wrote on 2003-03-06 03:37:32.0
Comments: Just wanted to update the information that I posted in my search for anyone who knew my dad, (see way down below), thought maybe it would help narrow it down. I FINALLY got his military records and replacement medals. Anyhow, he was in the 307th, 371st Squadron. He flew on aircraft #44-61816, (Sit-N-Git). He was at Kadena from 1 Nov. 1952 until 20 July 1953. He had 15-25 missions and was a flex gunner. Information that I also have is that he enlisted on 8 June 1951, went to Basic at possibly Wichita Falls, TX, (completed it in August of 1951) Aug. 1951 to Jan. 1952 attended Turret Systems Course at Lowry AFB in CO. Jan. 1952 to Feb. 1952 attended Flex Gunner's Course at Lowery AFB. There is nothing in his records that indicates where he was at from Feb. 1952 until Oct. 1952, when he went to Kadena. He was promoted to S/Sgt. in April of 1953. Please contact me at the above e-mail address as it is my current one.
Keywords: Kadena, 307th Bomb Wing, 371st Sqd., 1952-1953, Sit-N-Git, Aircraft #44-61816, Flex Gunner, LeRoy Mcelhiney, 25 missions.
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| Current Message 29 - January 4, 2003 |
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Entry: 30928
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Picture Of Training Class 05310A |
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Connie Rowe wrote on 2003-01-04 03:50:48.0
Comments: I have a picture of my dad with a class at Chanute Air Base along with 21 other airmen standing in front of aircraft. I don't know what year, but think it may have been 7 nov 1951. My dad is deceased as of 2 years ago. He was 78. His name was Tch Sgt Clifford E. Pendarvis and he was an air plane mechanic. Airmen listed on orders were; Glen E. Rogers; Wilis R. Craig; Arthur Himmerick; James A. Williamson; William C. Roberts; Ronald T. Davis; James J. Wilder; Allen L. Mourning; Claude Vann Jr; Carlyle H. Brandt; Thomas E. Wofle; Ellis J. Marshall. Don't know if these are the men in the picture with my dad. I am trying to learn all that I can about my dad. I am a girl and was never interested when I was young about all this, but now it's all I care about. If you knew my dad, please respond.
Keywords: P.P.-R 4360. Class 0531DA Nickname "Pete" or "Peter" Served 2 yrs 7 months Asiatic Pacific Theater (Papuan New Guinea, Iwo Jima, Solomon Islands
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| Current Message 30 - December 3, 2002 |
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Entry: 30123
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Looking for Family or Friends of Larry B. Akins |
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RAYMOND (RAY) Sestak wrote on 2002-12-03 18:05:00.0
Comments: I would like to make contact with any family or friends of Larry B. Akins. Please contact me at the e-mail address provided. Thank you.
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| Current Message 31 - December 3, 2002 |
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Entry: 30113
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B-29 Markings and Nose Art |
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Francisco Garcia wrote on 2002-12-03 13:55:25.0
Comments: As a modeler, I am interested in modeling the B-29 # 44-87760, piloted by Capt. James R. Lewis, which participated in the Black Thursday over NAmsi, in October 23, 1951.
I would like to receive any information on the colors, markings and nose art of Capt Lewis´s plane, and any photo.
Anything is welcome!
Francisco
Keywords: 307th Bomber Wing, 371st Bomber Squadron
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| Current Message 32 - September 4, 2002 |
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Entry: 28024
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371 bomb sqdn |
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scott jackson wrote on 2002-09-04 14:52:49.0
Comments: would like to talk to Lt Blalock,nav.
Keywords: b-29 crash sept 8 1950
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| Current Message 33 - August 18, 2002 |
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Entry: 27672
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son of john jackson |
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scott jackson wrote on 2002-08-18 15:31:07.0
Comments: would very much like to talk to a crew member or even someone from mcdill who knew my father.my mother is pretty upset still and it causes problems between her and my stepfather to bring up the past.john j jackson went down 8sep1950 off okinawa.he had a pilot´s rating in naval corp but was grounded for stunt flying and became a bombadier.i would love to hear that story and more
Keywords: 371bsq,307bwing
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| Current Message 34 - August 6, 2002 |
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Entry: 27411
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Additional on McElhiney with new e-mail address. |
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Daniel McElhiney wrote on 2002-08-06 03:37:23.0
Comments: Just wanted to update the information that I posted in my search for anyone who knew my dad, (see way down below), thought maybe it would help narrow it down. I FINALLY got his military records and replacement medals. Anyhow, he was in the 307th, 371st Squadron. He flew on aircraft #44-61816, (Sit-N-Git). He was at Kadena from 1 Nov. 1952 until 20 July 1953. He had 25 missions and was a flex gunner. Information that I also have is that he enlisted on 8 June 1951, went to Basic at possibly Wichita Falls, TX, (completed it in August of 1951) Aug. 1951 to Jan. 1952 attended Turret Systems Course at Lowry AFB in CO. Jan. 1952 to Feb. 1952 attended Flex Gunner's Course at Lowery AFB. There is nothing in his records that indicates where he was at from Feb. 1952 until Oct. 1952, when he went to Kadena. He was promoted to S/Sgt. in April of 1953. Thanks for any info. I've been searching the web for 2 years now and this site by far has been the best and has provided me with lots of leads. I thank you for creating it!
Keywords: Kadena, 307th Bomb Wing, 371st Sqd., 1952-1953, Sit-N-Git, Aircraft #44-61816, Flex Gunner, LeRoy Mcelhiney, 25 missions.
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| Current Message 35 - July 18, 2002 |
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Entry: 27028
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307th B Wing 371st B Sqd. |
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Donald Frank (Don) Nichols wrote on 2002-07-18 07:39:36.0
Comments: I was with 307th 371st Mc Dill AFB 1947-51. I was at hanger # 5 or #4 the closest to Bay view. Went to Okinawa 1950, I was ground crew, Plane went down in Kadena bay just after take off September 8. 1950. I was on crew rooster but was bumped at last minute. Three men survived Co-Pilot Lt. Foote, Engineer and Radar Officer. First flight for new Pilot, he just flew it into water. Please write, Don
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| Current Message 36 - June 7, 2002 |
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Entry: 26096
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371ST BOMB SQDN. 307TH BOMB WING - LINCOLN AFB. NEBR. |
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David Bench wrote on 2002-06-07 18:09:49.0
Comments: This is a correction of E-mail and Physical Address for previos entry.
Keywords: Crew Chief on B-47 Bomber Tail # 54-4226
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| Current Message 37 - January 2, 2002 |
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Entry: 21955
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ADDITIONAL INFO. ON MCELHINEY |
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Daniel McElhiney wrote on 2002-01-02 04:29:14.0
Comments: Just wanted to update the information that I posted in my search for anyone who knew my dad, (see way down below), thought maybe it would help narrow it down. I FINALLY got his military records and replacement medals. Anyhow, he was in the 307th, 371st Squadron. He flew on aircraft #44-61816, (Sit-N-Git). He was at Kadena from 1 Nov. 1952 until 20 July 1953. He had 25 missions and was a flex gunner. Information that I also have is that he enlisted on 8 June 1951, went to Basic at possibly Wichita Falls, TX, (completed it in August of 1951) Aug. 1951 to Jan. 1952 attended Turret Systems Course at Lowry AFB in CO. Jan. 1952 to Feb. 1952 attended Flex Gunner's Course at Lowery AFB. There is nothing in his records that indicates where he was at from Feb. 1952 until Oct. 1952, when he went to Kadena. He was promoted to S/Sgt. in April of 1953. Thanks for any info. I've been searching the web for 2 years now and this site by far has been the best and has provided me with lots of leads. I thank you for creating it!
Keywords: Kadena, 307th Bomb Wing, 371st Sqd., 1952-1953, Sit-N-Git, Aircraft #44-61816, Flex Gunner, LeRoy Mcelhiney, 25 missions.
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| Current Message 38 - December 18, 2001 |
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Entry: 21581
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James Gallant, 371 Sqdn, 19 Bomb wing |
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James Gallant wrote on 2001-12-18 02:55:48.0
Comments: James is the uncle that I was named after. I would like ANY information I can get about his career. Thank you.
Keywords: James A. Gallant 371 Bomb Sqdn, 19th Bomb wing
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| Current Message 39 - October 29, 2001 |
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Entry: 20236
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Searching for Family or friends of MIAs |
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RAYMOND (RAY) Sestak wrote on 2001-10-29 13:27:56.0
Comments: I would like to make contact with any family or friends of the following MIAs that were assigned to the 371st BS: S/Sgt. Donald E. Brine, Hanson, MA, A1C James A. Gallant, Williamstown, OH, A2C Melvin B. Hays, Seattle, WA, A1C Jimmie R. Hobday, Cortez, CO, 1st Lt. John J. Horner, Swedesboro, NJ, 1st Lt. Laurence H. Hudson, Brooklyn, NY, 1st Lt. John J. Jackson, New Brunswick, NJ, M/Sgt. Johnny M. Johnson, San Angelo, TX, S/Sgt. Clarence S. Kates, Glen Mills, PA, M/Sgt. Jack E. Kennedy, Crawfordsville, AR, A3C Israel Marshall Jr., Jacksonville, FL, S/Sgt. Ernest R. McAdoo, Black Lick, PA, A2C Jess A. Osborne Jr., Lebanon, VA, 1st Lt. Spiro J. Peters, Rochester, NY, S/Sgt. Otha P. Stanley, Chapel Hill, NC, A1C James O. Trosclair, McKinney, TX, 1st lt. Claude V. White, Los Angeles, CA. If you have any information on any of these men, please e-mail me at the address provided. Thank you very much. Ray Sestak
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| Current Message 40 - October 19, 2001 |
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Entry: 20027
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STRIEFF Leon Charles MIA 9/25/50 |
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RAYMOND (RAY) Sestak wrote on 2001-10-19 14:36:17.0
Comments: Looking for kin of SSGT Strieff wo was on board a B 29 which crashed into E. China sea on Sept 25, 1950. Remains not recovered. Looking for his kin. Anyone knowing whether SSGT Strieff who was from Gilman, Illinois had a spouse, children, siblings, etc. are asked to contact the undersigned. Kenneth E Page, Director, NENY Ch. KWVA, Inc., troy, ny
Keywords: B 29 371 bomb sq 19 bomb wg
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| Current Message 41 - October 7, 2001 |
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Entry: 19812
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A1C JOHNSON, Gerald E. - MIA |
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RAYMOND (RAY) Sestak wrote on 2001-10-07 06:34:33.0
Comments: I would like to make contact with any family or friends of Gerald Johnson. Please contact me via the e-mail address provided. Thank you.
Ray Sestak
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| Current Message 42 - October 6, 2001 |
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Entry: 19784
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Haynes, Nathan Clifford |
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RAYMOND (RAY) Sestak wrote on 2001-10-06 06:25:46.0
Comments: I would like to make contact with anyone who may have known Captain Nathan Haynes, born in Monterey, Mass., MIA 9/8/1950. Thank you.
Ray Sestak
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| Current Message 43 - September 7, 2001 |
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Entry: 19278
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BROWN, NELSON MARION 9/13/52 |
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RAYMOND (RAY) Sestak wrote on 2001-09-07 13:41:25.0
Comments: Looking for kin of Msgt. Nelson Marion BROWN who was on a B 29 as Flight Engineer when it went down in Korea. He was MIA and presumed dead. Said to be from Ellston, IA. Looking for kin to put them in touch with USAF missing persons office. kenneth e page neny ch kwva, inc., troy, ny
Keywords: B 29 9/13/52 371st Bomb Sq 19th Bomb Wg
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| Current Message 44 - September 6, 2001 |
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Entry: 19249
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WADE Charles Clifton 9/8/50 B 29 |
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RAYMOND (RAY) Sestak wrote on 2001-09-06 14:44:27.0
Comments: Looking for kin of SSGT Wade who was said to be from Palmetto Florida. Anyone know whether he was married, had children or brothers or sisters? Would like to put kin in touch with USAF missing persons office. kenneth e page, director, neny ch kwva, inc., troy, ny
Keywords: 371 Bomb Sq 19 Bomb Wg B 29
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| Current Message 45 - June 20, 2001 |
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Entry: 17454
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Adrian Hunter wrote on 2001-06-20 12:44:21.0
Comments: I was stationed at Kadena as a B-29 tail gunner from Nov 1953 till March 1954, at which time I was transferred to the 343rd Bomb Sq. 98th BW (B-29). I returned to the states (Lincoln AFB, Nebr) where I retrained as Boom Operator on KC-97G's. Would like to hear from former crew members and others from the 371st who were there about the same time.
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| Current Message 46 - June 20, 2001 |
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Entry: 17452
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371ST BOMB SQ. 307TH BW (B-29 |
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Adrian Hunter wrote on 2001-06-20 12:38:18.0
Comments:
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| Current Message 47 - May 30, 2001 |
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Entry: 16964
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Seeking Info. About My Father |
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Daniel McElhiney wrote on 2001-05-30 03:42:10.0
Comments: I am seeking contact with anyone who may have served with my father, LeRoy Edward McElhiney, he was a gunner on a B-29 named the Sit-N-Git, (tail #44-61816). He flew out of Kadena with 371st. He died 10 yrs. ago and I have no crew names by which to start with. I would appreciate any assistance anyone can give.
Keywords: 307th Bomb Wing, 371st Bomb Sqd., B-29 "Sit-N-Git", tail #44-61816, Sgt. LeRoy "MAC" McElhiney
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| Current Message 48 - May 14, 2001 |
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Entry: 16544
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WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY MEMBER OF THE 371ST BOMB SQDN |
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David Bench wrote on 2001-05-14 00:55:08.0
Comments: ANY 371ST GUYS OUT THER PLEASE CONTACT DAVID BENCH I SERVED IN THE 371ST FROM 1956 TO 1960 ON AIRCRAFT NUMBER 4226
Keywords: B-47 BOMBERS
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| Current Message 49 - January 1, 2001 |
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Entry: 13981
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Looking For Crew Members |
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Jack Huml wrote on 2001-01-01 13:52:09.0
Comments: Loohing for crew members, Maj. Luther Armstroing, 2lt. James Lavin, 2lt George Fortune, 2lt Robert Kliegle, 2lt Carl Weiss, Ssgt Herbert Kohl, A1c's Robert Henderson, Billy Ayers, Alvin Hutchison James White, Ted Leonard, Roger Bustrum
Keywords: B29 Aircrew #R-52-AO
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| Current Message 50 - December 27, 2000 |
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Entry: 13890
371st Bomb Sqdn |
Cpt. James Alfred Lowe - MIA |
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James Lowe wrote on 2000-12-27 21:52:09.0
Comments: I am looking for information about my uncle James Alfred Lowe of Roanoke, Va. His B-29 was shot down in Korea 9/13/52. He also was in WWII and the Berlin Airlift.
Keywords: B-29 Pilot 371 Bomb Sqdn. 19 Bomb Wing
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| Current Message 51 - October 9, 2000 |
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Entry: 12236
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ECM Operator |
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Frank Herold wrote on 2000-10-09 14:19:56.0
Comments: LOOKING FOR OTHER CREW MEMBERS
Keywords: b-29'S
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| Current Message 52 - September 15, 2000 |
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Entry: 11757
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correction |
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THOMAS (TOM) Stevens wrote on 2000-09-15 17:46:58.0
Comments: I need to correct the e-mail address given in my message of 5-31-2000. It is shown as stevens@swbell.net. It should be stevenst@swbell.net I hope I haven't lost any possible responses due to this error.
Thank you, Tom Stevens
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| Current Message 53 - September 15, 2000 |
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Entry: 11752
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Kadena |
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Frank Herold wrote on 2000-09-15 14:25:21.0
Comments: 36 missions as ECM operator 1952-53
Keywords: Flew mostly on Capt Bachers crew
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| Current Message 54 - May 31, 2000 |
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Entry: 9080
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Looking For |
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THOMAS (TOM) Stevens wrote on 2000-05-31 21:23:32.0
Comments: Would like to hear from any of my former crew members: Leo J. Sommer, Billy R. Kelly, John A. Lee, Gerald R. Lewis, Dinny J. Fotinakes, Leonard F. Martine, Vernon D. Kegley, Robert A. McLean, Vernon D. Groth
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| Current Message 55 - May 3, 2000 |
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Entry: 8399
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Darrel Cooper wrote on 2000-05-03 11:38:48.0
Comments: 371ST BOMB SQDN 307TH BOMB WING
Keywords: Flt Eng on Sit-N-Get (816) from mar 53 to end of war.Like to hear from other Crews.
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| Current Message 56 - May 1, 2000 |
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Entry: 8367
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Mar 53 to end |
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Darrel Cooper wrote on 2000-05-01 15:54:24.0
Comments: 371ST BOMB SQDN 307TH BOMB WING OKINAWA
Keywords: Member 371st Bomb Sqdn 307th Bomb Wing Mar 53 to End of war. Flight Engineer on Sit-N-Get tail # 816
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| Current Message 57 - February 26, 2000 |
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Entry: 7199
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B-29 Crew |
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Ronald Royer wrote on 2000-02-26 22:07:35.0
Comments: B-29 Pilot and Crew
My dad and 10 of his 11 man crew were KIA 9/13/52 over the Suiho Electric Plant (Yalu River, North Korea). They were flying out of Kadena, Okinawa with the 371 Bm Sq, 19 Bm Wing. The crew list follows: Theodore (Ted) G. Royer - AC, James A. Lowe, Jr - Pilot, Nelson M. Brown - FE, Fred E. Bloesch - NG, Henry B. Kelly - Radar, Spiro J Peters - Radar, William K. Phillis - BM, James O. Trosclair - Radio, Jimmie R. Hobday - Gun, James W. Kelly - Gun, James R. LeBaron - Gun, Fred Parker, Jr - Gun,
One of the crew, as I recall, was repatriated at some time thereafter. I'm unable to recall which crewmember was returned. Anyone with any comments or thoughts may feel free to send a message. Any recollections of these mem would be appreciated.
Ron
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| Current Message 58 - January 13, 2000 |
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Entry: 6178
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1st Lt John J. Jackson(Huddleston) |
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Scott Jackson wrote on 2000-01-13 05:11:49.0
Comments: 371 SQ,307 Bmb Gr Med. Have basketball team photo.signatures on back
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| Current Message 59 - January 7, 2000 |
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Entry: 6067
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1st Lt. John J. Jackson |
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Wanda Cunningham wrote on 2000-01-07 13:57:19.0
Comments: Looking for anyone that may have known John Jackson. His plane went down Sept. 8, 1950. His body was never recovered.
Keywords: 371st Squadron
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| Current Message 60 - November 7, 1999 |
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Entry: 4490
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A/1C James Lewis Jones - Lost At Sea |
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carol verbeek wrote on 1999-11-07 00:00:00.0
Comments: looking for information on anyone who many have know A/1C James Lewis Jones,AF16226038 of the 371 Bomb Sq. 307 Bomb Wing, TDY out of Mc Dill AFB B29, lost 7 April 1951 ditched in the Yellow Sea.
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