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Entry: 81896 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	LOOKING FOR ALUMNI FROM 1969, 45TH TAC RECONNISSANCE SQ.
BILLY THOMPSON wrote on January 28, 2012 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 45TH TACTICAL RECONNASSIANCE SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Keywords: Tan Son Nhut, Republic of Vietnam, near Saigon

Entry: 81624 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45TH TACTICAL RECONNAISSANCE SQUADRON
DAVID LESLIE wrote on January 5, 2012 CITY AND STATE: TEXARKANA AR UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Looking for anyone that might have known 1st Lieutenant Marshall James Summerlin. He flew F51 mustangs in Korea and was killed in 1951. His daughter and I would like to know more about him. She never got to see her dad. Keywords:

Entry: 79584 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	PICS FROM FATHER WHO WAS IN 45TH
ARLON MOTSCH JR. wrote on July 10, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: May dad spent some time with the 45 in 1952 as a camera mechanic or some such thing. He had quite a few pictures from his time in Korea. I have started posting them to a forum on Pbase. If anyone is interested http://www.pbase.com/arlon/korea_japan Keywords: K2 k14 kempo itazuke photos pictures 45 tactical recon p-51 corsair f-84 f-86

Entry: 79329 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	P-51 MUSTANG FAN
KJELL LILLEDAL SR. wrote on June 17, 2011 CITY AND STATE: STAVANGER UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Keywords: Navy: Flint

Entry: 78932 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	SQUADRON PATCH
JIM DRYDEN wrote on May 16, 2011 CITY AND STATE: CORAL SPRINGS FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father Lt. Jim Dryden was in Korea and all I have is a patch with Sylvester the cat wearing a parachute holding binoculars and a map. Does anyone know what unit this was? Keywords: Sylvester Patch

Entry: 78425 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	OPERATION FIREFLY
ART PATTERSON wrote on April 3, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 45TH TAC SDN 67 TAC WG. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Was in korea 1952 flew 75 missions in c47 s operation firefly Keywords:

Entry: 78103 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	STEP DADS INFO
TOM TUTTLE wrote on March 7, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Would like to find out any info on a Robert Lincoln Murdy regarding what was his rank and what did he do while attached to the 45th Tact Recon Sqdrn and the 67th Tact Recon Grp.He has passed but his step daughter would like any info on him while he was in Korea. Keywords: Firefly

Entry: 78046 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	JACKET ID
TOM TUTTLE wrote on March 1, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I have a brown leather jacket that belonged to a R.L.Murdy.Right shoulder large Tactical Section Operation Firefly patch with various little symbols in the patch.Large four leaf clover on left chest with little symbols in each of the clover's leave's.US,UN and Brit flag on back with I think Korean writing under each flag.Can anyone tell me what unit this was so I can tell the present owner of the jacket? Thank's for your service.T.Tuttle Keywords:

Entry: 77848 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45TH TAC RECON KOREA
JOHN REITER wrote on February 12, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Any body remember Herb Shaw from Sharon, PA. He was aircracft radio maintenance. Put a few selenium rectifiers in the GI's personal radios. He was my father in law and loved to tell me stories. Keywords: 45th tac recon squad 67th t.r. grp.

Entry: 77846 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	1ST LT. DAVID HOWARD, 45TH TRS
STEVE KERN wrote on February 12, 2011 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: OTHER Comments: i had the great pleasure of flying with captain dave howard 1977-1978. dave was an outstanding pilot and wonderful friend. i would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who may have known him. thanks, steve kern Keywords:

Entry: 77659 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	KOREA, KIMPO CAMERA REPAIR TECH
WINFRED T. (JACK) MEDLIN wrote on January 29, 2011 CITY AND STATE: MARYVILLE TN UNIT: 45TH TAC RECON SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: K-14 July 1951 to July 1952. Spent my year installing cameras and camera magazines in the tail of RF-51's. How many screws and screwdrivers did we wear out getting those cameras and Magazines out of those aircraft. I can't remember many names, I hope some of you remember mine. I stayed in the Air force and retired in 1971. Keywords: houseboy Kim, Bed check Charley New Years eve 1951.

Entry: 75568 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45 TAC RECON. SQDN.
DAVID OWEN wrote on July 25, 2010 CITY AND STATE: GREELEY CO UNIT: 45TH TAC RECON SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I served as an RF 51 Armorer from April 1951 until March 1952. Also was bartender in 67th TRW EM club. Keywords:

Entry: 71837 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	LT. COL. THOMAS A HUDSON JR.
HERBERT RIDEOUT wrote on October 3, 2009 CITY AND STATE: FALLBROOK CA UNIT: 45TH TACTICAL RECONNAISSANCE SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Lt. Col. Thomas A Hudson Jr. During the Korean War he was Commanding Officer of the 45th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, flying RF-51 aircraft. In WWII he crashed his P-47D in France and was captured by the Germans and later escaped. In 2009 the French recovered his aircraft. I was flying Starry Red three on a Dive Bombing Mission with Capt. HUDSON leading the flight. At 20:45 hours on the 10th August 1944, we encountered meager accurate heavy and intense accurate light flack near Vassy. Evasive action was taken by the entire flight but Capt. HUDSON must have taken a direct hit because the left side of his engine caught fire and he immediately bailed out. His parachute opened and I noticed him drifting down, with the wind blowing him southward over enemy lines. Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Air Medal Purple Heart In 1955 Hudson was flying to Germany and landed in Greenland to refuel when he slipped on the icy wing of his plane and fell to the tarmac hurting his back. By the time he reached Germany he was feeling ill but thought it was just a holdover from the flight. Finally he decided he was too ill and was hospitalized. He was bleeding internally and died a short time later. The Air Force determined his death was not service related so his widow and three young children received nothing. Keywords: Kimpo 1952

Entry: 71499 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45TH SQDN PATCHES IHAVE 3INCH PATCHES I HAD MADE FOR CAPS
DENNIE (BUDDY) ADAMS wrote on September 3, 2009 CITY AND STATE: SARASOTA FL UNIT: 45TH TAC RECON SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: i designed the sqdn patch and painted all the polka dots on the mstangs and acouple of replacemnt f80s left k14 around last of aug 52 i painted several mames on the planes such as my arline,tempe queen,tulie scotty and ?, rf 913 wasthe most photographed of all ihave several books of mustngs with rf913 pictured also col.hudson's plane was named my golden angel Keywords: the polka dots

Entry: 71498 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45TH SQDN PATCHES IHAVE 3INCH PATCHES I HAD MADE FOR CAPS
DENNIE (BUDDY) ADAMS wrote on September 3, 2009 CITY AND STATE: SARASOTA FL UNIT: 45TH TAC RECON SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: i designed the sqdn patch and painted all the polka dots on the mstangs and acouple of replacemnt f80s left k14 around last of aug 52 i painted several mames on the planes such as my arline,tempe queen,tulie scotty and ?, rf 913 wasthe most photographed of all ihave several books of mustngs with rf913 pictured also col.hudson's plane was named my golden angel Keywords: the polka dots

Entry: 70124 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	WHERE IS ROD ORALL?
P.P. PILCHER JR. wrote on May 10, 2009 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 45 TAC. RECON SQDN. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Rod - Get in touch !!! Keywords: Pear shape Pete looking for Rod Orall . We were in the 45th also and stationed at Lockborn AFB,Columbus Ohio in 1956.

Entry: 69973 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	DONT KNOW MUCH ABOUT IT
JEFFREY KILPATRICK wrote on April 24, 2009 CITY AND STATE: CUMMING GA UNIT: GOD SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: CROSSED STELLAR TIME AND QUITE DEAD AND ALIVE AGOG . DEAD CAT WALKING AND STILL IN IN TIME Keywords: EASTERN EUROPE. ALPHA AND OMEGA

Entry: 68564 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	OPSEC
MATHEW LINSKY wrote on January 6, 2009 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: OTHER Comments: Keywords: please remember opsec when talking to individuals online about aircraft service or flight information

Entry: 67334 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	I FLEW WITH FRANK AT LUKE AFB AND WITH FRANK IN KOREA. I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE CANTACT WITH HIS FAMILY.
MATHIAS J. MARTIN wrote on September 26, 2008 CITY AND STATE: TUCSON AZ UNIT: 45TH TRS, 67TH TRW SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I was flying with Frank when he shot over 100% in air to air. I still have the news paper of his amazing feat. I flew several combat missions with Frank. Keywords: Nitram, 45th , Polka Dots, Silvester.

Entry: 66040 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	ANYONE REMEMBER CAPT FRANK M WARD?
BEV PETRU wrote on June 12, 2008 CITY AND STATE: CARMEL IN UNIT: 45TH RECON SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: We are looking for info for our family tree about Frank M. Ward of Columbus, Ohio. His last assignment was with the 45th Recon Squad. It ended with his being shot down over enemy territory. He was shot down near Kaesong. He was severely injured but rescued and airlifted to Japan. When he recovered, he was sent to Shaw Field in South Carolina. We suspect he may have been in another unit prior. We have info that he 'made a daring attack of the retreating enemy' and won the Distuinguished Flying Cross, with Oak Leaf Clusters. Like others, his records were lost in the fire and he is now deceased. Please contact me if you knew him. Thanks! Keywords: MIG Alley, shot down and injured, airlifted to Japan, 1950-1951, flew in F-51's.

Entry: 65295 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD PILOTS IN THE 45TH TRS
NEIL MILLER wrote on April 18, 2008 CITY AND STATE: MO UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Hello I am looking for photos of any Nevada ANG pilot flying with the 45th TRS in Korea . Also looking for a real 45th Tac Recon Sq patch and a flight suit from that time frame . Thanks Neil Keywords: Nevada Air National Guard NV ANG

Entry: 64323 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	SYLVESTER THE CAT PATCH
JOE CHIOVARI wrote on February 16, 2008 CITY AND STATE: LAKE MARY FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Hello. I have a new 45th TRS embroidered squadron patch left to me by my father, deceased 6/5/06. He flew RF-51s in Korea from Kimpo between November 1951 and February 1952. The patch is approximately 6.5 inches in diameter. It is an original patch and in excellent condition. I have other memorabilia he left me. Is there some place I might contribute these items to that will ensure their preservation? I'm 53 and it's time to put these items where they might be appreciated by others. Keywords:

Entry: 64317 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	1ST LT. WILLIS W.
PATRICIA (THATCHER) MCDANIEL wrote on February 15, 2008 CITY AND STATE: CHEYENNE WY UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: First Lt. Willis W. (Bill) Thatcher was my father. He was lost on June 6, 1951, exactly one month after my second birthday, so I never knew him, except through photographs and the memories of my mother and grandmother. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who served with him in Korea who could tell me more about what my father was like as a person. It would be a wonderful gift. I thank you. Patricia Thatcher McDaniel Keywords: First Lt. Willis W. (Bill) Thatcher, 45th Tactical Reconnaisance Squadron, USAF, 1950-1951, lost 6/6/1951. Aircraft hit by anti-aircraft fire and crashed near Wonsan. Pilot F-51D. He was from Columbus, OH.

Entry: 64198 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	WAS THERE WHEN IT WAS DEACTIVATED IN 71SENT TO 12 IN DA NANG
JESUS MARMOLEJO wrote on February 6, 2008 CITY AND STATE: SAN ANTONIO TX UNIT: 45 TECH RECON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 61301 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	1ST LIEUTENANT FRANK R. SALAZAR
DIANA BROWN wrote on June 13, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I am looking for anyone who knew my father or was a member of the 45 Tack. Recon. Sqd. at K-14 in 1952. I was only 5 yrs old when he was lost. I miss him dearly and would still like to know what he was like from anyone who knew him. Keywords: 45th Tact. Recon. Sqd., K-14, 1952, Capt. Knowlton

Entry: 59449 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	JOE MUSONE ET AL
ROBERT SINCLAIR wrote on January 3, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I remember Joe Musone. I did not really know him. I got to Kimpo in the fall of 53. I worked on engines for Leo B. Mcnulty, with Tracy, Reilly, Maldonado, Dougereau, et al. I remember Monson. We worked seven days, 7 to 5 daily each week. I have a yearbook from that era. Best wishes to all. BOB Keywords: kimpo 53-54

Entry: 57758 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	LT. D.J. CHIOVARI - 1923 - 2006
JOE CHIOVARI wrote on June 22, 2006 CITY AND STATE: LAKE MARY FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Just taking a moment to honor the passing of my father. He was one of the first to arrive at Kimpo in 1951, flew 80 missions in the RF-51 and came home with many photos, memories and stories. He passed away on June 5, 2006. One story he did tell me with much pride was when he obtained some material to make a scarf. It was blue with white polka dots. He then traced circles around a bottle cap on his white helmet and painted the background blue. This became an ensemble when he flew and it became popular in the squadron. Thus, the polka dots were born. He was very proud of his flying heritage and his marker reads: "Major Dominick J. Chiovari. Husband and Pilot" He was also very proud to have known, flown and worked alongside all the people of the 45th TRS. He left me with all his records, including 50+ years of flight logs, patches, awards, reunion information, photographic slides and some prints, and general chronology of his military career from 1943 to 1963. Keywords:

Entry: 56695 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	CREW CHIEF RF-84F-51-1943
JOHN J. GLUHAK wrote on April 16, 2006 CITY AND STATE: PEORIA AZ UNIT: 45 TH. TACTICAL RECON. MISAWA ,JAPAN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I joined the squdron on the day they celebrated one year in Japan,relocating from Korea. My tour was from 1956-1957. I was a crew chief on RF-84F-51-1943 as it was origionally called the "Hangar Qween", because it was a year old and only had 48 hours on it. I was always using my 9/16 inch adjustable rag to repair hydraulic leaks. Several years latter Col. Durbeck flew into Shaw AFB South Carolina and he had hydraulic boost failure. He was surprised to see me assigned to Transit Alert. Col. Durbeck's aircraft 51-1944 is currently in the Pima Air Museum south of Tucson, Arizona. My aircraft was later assigned to the Alabama Air Guard and crashed due to a mid-air collision. Keywords: My friends and relatives call me Jack. I was known as the Grinning Greek, even though I'm half Serbian and half Italian.

Entry: 56543 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45 TRS DET. 1
JAMES SHULTZ wrote on April 4, 2006 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 45TRS DET. 1 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: stationed at Tan Son Nhut Oct. '68 to '69 never knew the background of the unit. still looking for unit patch we had. hillbilly black cat in yellow background with green border and name polka dots. anyone know how to find one? Keywords: ground crew on RF-101C tail number 176 "cathy's clown"

Entry: 56117 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45TH TAC RECON SQD. SEPT.53-AUG.54
JOE MUSONE JR. wrote on March 5, 2006 CITY AND STATE: FORTUNA CA UNIT: 45TH TAC RECON. SQD. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: woulld like to hear from any who thinks they remember me. I was in tent 36, four tents from the Sqd Hdqs. the sign on the tent read: "Kimpo Insane Aslymn " and had several names on it, Hal, Woody, Monson, Jarvis, (and two other names) I worked on the line and did a little of every thing. have several pictures and would love to share with anyone. Have pictures of Hal, Jarvis, Cortez,bob,willy, Jim Boutelle, mike (N.Y.)killer, Silio, Monson and Tex ( and others - unknown) Keywords:

Entry: 55004 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	STILL LOOKING
WILLIAM SIMPSON wrote on January 4, 2006 CITY AND STATE: VERNON MI UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: After nearly 4 years of searching, I am as yet to receive my Dad's records/medals. Lloyd Willard Simpson was a Major and Mustang pilot. I have had asss't. from 3 very generous men who remember him but the Gov't. has absolutely no records of him. This is very disturbing to me on several levels. He is MY father, though I never met him, and this American history is of imminent import. To lose it is to forget it. Very bad thing. I have no further recourse and seem to be at a dead end. To all those who served...may God bles you all and keep you safe. To our gov't., shame on you. I served for USA with the UCMC in Vietnam and know the horrors of war. Thank you, William Earl Simpson Keywords: Korea with 45th TRS

Entry: 54812 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45 TAC. RECON SQ.
JOSEPH A. DISTEFANO wrote on December 24, 2005 CITY AND STATE: FARMINGDALE NY UNIT: 45 TAC. RECON SQ. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Keywords: polka dot sq.

Entry: 54756 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	ALIVE AND KICKING! 45TRS
DIONICIO GARCIA wrote on December 20, 2005 CITY AND STATE: SAN ANTONIO TX UNIT: 45TRS SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Duck, Elliason, Higg, write to me if there is any info on an upcoming reunion. I was in the 45th from 1950-1952. I am an ORIGINAL 45th tac recon from the day it was formed. Contact me at home @ 210-226-8072.. -Nicho Garcia Ps. I was one of the Chosin few left behind when the 45th TRS evacuated when we got run over by China. ...and LT Mauro was the one who was shot 3 times in 4 days. Keywords: Nicho, Pusan perimeter x3, Crew chief on 835, 45th since day 1, Friends: Higgs, Gracy, Hodges, Hunt, Duck, William Chamblian, Wesley T. Parks, SSGT Garcia .....TSGT MSGT 2nd LT Cooper..... My P51's name... PISSONYOU!!!!

Entry: 54085 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	LOOKING FOR TAIL NUMBER - RF-51
JOE CHIOVARI wrote on November 13, 2005 CITY AND STATE: SHELBYVILLE KY UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: November 1951 through July 1952 my father was a line pilot with the 45th. I have been researching the tail number of the plane he flew. He doesn't remember and the photos he took do not reveal any significant markings. He does remember that his crew chief was a Sgt Chestnut. Being a former crew chief myself (305th CSG - KC-135A), I remember all the tail numbers of the planes I crewed and even some of the tail numbers others crewed. I thought that perhaps someone might know Sgt Chestnut, the plane he crewed, or be able to contact him. Just a shot. Keywords: K-14, late 1951 to mid 1952.

Entry: 53710 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	CAPT. CHARLES J. BROWN
PATRICK WHITED wrote on October 22, 2005 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I would love to hear from anyone who knew my uncle, Charles Brown (Brownie). He flew RF-51's out of Taegu, was shot down during a photo recon sortie, and declared KIA. I never met the man, and really wish I'd had the chance. Thanks.. p. whited columbus, ohio Keywords: Taegu, RF-51 45th TRS

Entry: 53285 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	CAPT. OLIVER EUGENE HOLLAND
GRANT WALLACE wrote on September 24, 2005 CITY AND STATE: ST. LEONARD MD UNIT: 45TH TRS SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Trying to obtain historical info on my uncle Capt. Oliver Holland. He served in Korea from 1950 to 1953. He flew the P-51. Can anyone help? Keywords: 45Th Tactical Recon Squadron

Entry: 50630 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	K-14 -OCT. 1953 THRU AUG 1954
JOE MUSONE JR. wrote on May 7, 2005 CITY AND STATE: FORTUNA CA UNIT: 45TH TAC RECON SQD. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: When I arrived at Kimpo I was 19 years old. The first thing they did with me was put me on guard duty for two weeks. I then went to the 45th as a hydraulic specialist, however, there were only a handfull of guys working on the planes. I did a little of everything. My tent was near Sqd Hdq. and had a sign on it that said "Kimpo Asylum "and had the names -Jarvis,Welty, Hal, Monson, Tex and Woody. I was there when most of those guys were. It would be nice to hear from anyone that remembers me. It was a great exerience for me. Joe Musone Keywords:

Entry: 50066 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	PATCHES
JIM PERRY wrote on April 8, 2005 CITY AND STATE: N.CHARLESTON SC UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I am a disabled retired Air Force and collect group and squadron patches as a hobby.Hopfully,some of you guy's patches that you would be willing to send me for my collection.Thanks. Jim Perry,MSgt,USAF,Ret. Keywords:

Entry: 49999 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	BILL BING
JOHN E. ORR wrote on April 5, 2005 CITY AND STATE: FORT WORTH TX UNIT: 15TH TAC RECON SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I am looking for anyone from the 45th Tac Recon Squadron who was there in January 1952, that might have had knowledge of Bill Bing. I am working with a writer doing a book on an aussie who was in POW camp with Bing. Bing is now dead. The author wants any information about Bings service as a pilot in the 45th, his loss, CAP, etc. He was lost around Singye. My guess is his tour would have started sometime after June of 1951 as the date of his loss is thought to be Jan 31,1952. I was a pilot in the 15th, the sister squadron to the 45th, in 1952. One day the 45th was short of pilots and I "volunterred" to be loaned to them for a mission. I saw first had what they dealt with day in and day out. I never did that again. Basic question is do you know anyone who was a line pilot with the 45th fron June of 1950 through February of 1952. Anything would be appreciated. John E. Orr 1/Lt. AO 1904616 A/C 817-846-9358 Keywords: Bill Bing, Shot down in an RF-51 an or about 31 Jan 52.

Entry: 49477 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	LOOKING FOR MY DAD
WILLIAM SIMPSON wrote on March 9, 2005 CITY AND STATE: VERNON MI UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father, Captain LLoyd Willard Simpson, was a pilot in WWII, the Berlin airlift and again during the Korean War. He was with the 45th TRS inS. Korea. I am unable to find out anything about his service record from St. Louis as the records were "burned". From documentation which an Aunt had, I know that he received the distinguished Flying Cross, Purple heart, and others but the whole of the picture has never come together for me. If anyone can help in any way it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Keywords: William Shamblin

Entry: 47976 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	SON OF 45TH TRS SQUADRON PILOT
JOHN YOST wrote on January 6, 2005 CITY AND STATE: ALGONQUIN IL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father passed away back in July of 2001 and I'm looking for any memories, stories, etc. about my father that you can remember. Thanks! Keywords: Lt. John C. Yost RF-51D Miss Freckleface 45th TRS

Entry: 42935 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	FRANK GUAGLIARDO
MARK GUAGLIARDO wrote on May 9, 2004 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My dad, Frank Guagliardo, was crew chief for Lloyd Simpson's P-51. I think it was 1951. If anyone remembers him he would love to hear from you. His phone number is 985-345-4314. He's alive and well and living in him home town of Hammond, Louisiana. Keywords:

Entry: 42933 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	67TH TRW-SAN DIEGO REUNION-MAY '04
LYLE CATE wrote on May 9, 2004 CITY AND STATE: RAY TWP MI UNIT: 45TH TRS - POLKA DOTS SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Just returned from 67th TRW reunion in San Diego. My 1st reunion, their 4th. Next Year in Dayton, Ohio. I went to the 45th in July '54 at Kimpo and left Dec '55 from Misawa. I was Sqdn Ops clerk. Replaced Joe Fondrisi in Ops July '54. Had a great time at the reunion will make the next one if at all posible. Anyone who wants info let me know. There were about 30 guys there and some wifes. a couple of guys from my era but I didn't remember them. Senior moments. Would like to hear from Adams, Podell, Bergeron, Bippus, Fondrisi, Doyle, Dobyns or anybody who remembers my name. Keywords: 67th TRW, 45th TRS, Polka Dots

Entry: 42265 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45TRS, MISAWA
RICHARD (DICK) MUHLECK wrote on April 11, 2004 CITY AND STATE: MORENO VALLEY CA UNIT: CAMERA REPAIR FLT LINE AND PHOTO LAB SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was originally assigned to the 49th Field Maintenance Sq (12 Feb 57) in the Instrument/Camera Repair Shop. Was assigned to the 45th TRS,in 1957 and remained until 1961. Keywords: I seviced the RF-84 and RF-101 photo systems on the flightline. Also worked at the photo lab as lab maintenance. I worked for TSgt Hargrove on the flightline and TSgt Jim Grim at the photo lab.

Entry: 39558 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	CAPT.JOHN K. RHOADS JLY 27TH 1953
LARRY RHOADS wrote on December 30, 2003 CITY AND STATE: MC DONOUGH GA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Change of address/new address listed above. Many thanks to those who served with my father and took the time to send photos and share your memories of him with me. It is appreciated as well as what you all did for our country. God Bless You. Sincerely Larry Rhoads Keywords: Son of USAF

Entry: 39219 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	CREATOR OF POLKA DOTS COLORS
JOE CHIOVARI wrote on December 16, 2003 CITY AND STATE: SHELBYVILLE KY UNIT: N/A SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: For the record, the creation of this squadron's colors/scheme was the result of one pilot wanting to make a scarf for protection against the cold while flying out of K-14. The material available was white polka dots on a blue background. After making the scarf, this pilot used a bottle cap to trace a pattern of small circles on his helmet. He then painted the helmet blue leaving the circles white. The result of this effort was a polka dot ensemble that became popular and later accepted as the "official" squadron colors. This pilot was my father, Dominick Chiovari, who flew 80 missions in RF-51's before rotating back to the States. Keywords: 45th TRS, Polka Dots

Entry: 38653 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	45TH TRS JAN 52 - MAY 52
HERBERT (ART) RIDEOUT wrote on November 24, 2003 CITY AND STATE: FALLBROOK CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: What a beautiful aircraft was the old P-51. To this day I remember the sound of the engine, just working around them as a radio man was exciting. I remember that we could never approach one before cages were put around the tires because in landing the tires got so hot that they sometimes would explode. Then the machine guns were sometimes so hot that they would begin firing all by themselves. First time that happened to me was when I was in the cockpit repairing a radio, I thought MY GOD WHAT DID I DO .WHAT DID I DO!!! I was also there when the Han River froze over and the Chinese came across deciding to take the base. Lt. Col Hudson (Commander 45th) saying it was up to us to repel them, there would be no retreat, if our rifles did not fire we were to give our ammunition to the man next to us and use our bayonet’s. To make sure there was no retreat he had Marines stationed just behind us with machine guns and orders to shoot anyone who might try .I remember thinking WOW how did I ever get into this mess Keywords: RF-51s

Entry: 37613 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	ROBERT STUCK
PEGGY DOUGHERTY wrote on October 16, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I have recently obtained an 8 X 10 photo of a crew and Chief standing in front of a plane, which reads "To the best Chief of the 45th. Robert Stuck". Since they are in front of a plane I am assuming it to be the 45th Tactical Recon Squad circa 1950s but I am not sure. If anyone has any information to share on Stuck or the photo I would appreciate it. Thanks Keywords: Robert Stuck

Entry: 37374 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	MISAWA 1953-1957
LARRY (RAMROD) VOYLES wrote on October 5, 2003 CITY AND STATE: DAYTON TN UNIT: 45TH TAC. RECON. SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: (Formerly) S/Sgt Larry M. Voyles Nick name "Ram Rod" Crew chief on RF84F #953 until it cracked up down in south Japan in May 56 and then was assigned Crew Chief of #366 with 1st Lt. Conrad "Marty" Martinez, pilot. I flew a few times with Martinez in the T-33, great guy to fly with. I have wondered about any Sqdn reunions, let me know if any are coming up. I really joined the Sqdn in Misawa on the deployment out of Korea, when I got to Korea it was all over. Keywords: Ramrod

Entry: 35998 45TH TACTICAL RECON SQDN	CAPT. JOHN KYLER RHOADS
LARRY RHOADS wrote on August 1, 2003 CITY AND STATE: LAKELAND FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Searching for anyone who knew or could tell me anything about my father Capt. John Kyler Rhoads who was shot down 4 hours prior to the treaty being signed. Keywords:

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