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Entry: 76937 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	MY FATHER ALONZO N SLOAN WAS IN THE 527AC AND W KOREA 52-53 DOES ANYBODY KNOW ANYTHING
RICK SLOAN wrote on November 26, 2010 CITY AND STATE: ROCKDALE TX UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: OTHER Comments: Keywords: Anybody with any information about my father alonzo sloan

Entry: 75039 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527HW 1952-1953
DIANE KELLY wrote on June 11, 2010 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: My father, James David Mercer (Dave or Sonny, was a AF Radar Technician stationed at the 527th ACW in 1952 to 1953 jand with the 618 in Sept 1952. Anyone remember him? Diane Kelly (Merer) Keywords:

Entry: 73418 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	UNISHIMA JAPAN DET. 19
CURTIS FOWLER wrote on February 3, 2010 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 618 AC@W RADAR UNIT SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I was on the island from Jan. 55 until June 56. I was in radar maint. Does anyone remember my pals Raymond Crosson and our first sergeant Jones. I am still in contact with them. Keywords: Mail Call

Entry: 71527 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	LOOKING FOR DET. 15 BUDDIES
VICTOR TIDWELL wrote on September 6, 2009 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 527TH AC-W. DET. #15 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Was on Fukuya Shima (not sure of spelling) Island from spring 1953 until spring 1955. Radio operator. Looking for men who served at Det. 15 during that time. Keywords:

Entry: 59431 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	LOOKING FOR MEMBERS OF 527THACW-610TH AND 618TH ACW
JOHN ROSSO wrote on December 30, 2006 CITY AND STATE: BAKERSFIELD CA UNIT: 527TH-610T-618TH SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Comments: We have a reunion association and large website in being, which includes the 527th AC and W Group, 610th AC and W Sqdn, 618th AC and W Sqdn,ADCC Itazute and 43rdAD (ADCC) Please get in contact with me. Keywords: 527thACW,610thACW,618thACW,43rd AD (Southern Japan Radar Group)

Entry: 57262 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH, DET.19, UNISHIMA, JAPAN
JIM STEEN wrote on May 21, 2006 CITY AND STATE: SACRAMENTO CA UNIT: 527TH, DET. 19, UNISHIMA SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: SERVED ON UNISHIMA, DET. 19 FOR 2 YRS. SEPT 53-SEPT 55 STILL REMEMBER THE UNISHIMA THEME SONG. SUPRISINGLY I AM NOW 71 AND GOING STRONG. Keywords:

Entry: 54802 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	SEBURI YAMA 610TH ACW 52-53
BOB RIEBEL SR. wrote on December 23, 2005 CITY AND STATE: N/A NJ UNIT: DET 3A (SEBURI YAMA) 610TH ACW SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Keywords: was on the mountain from mar 52 until mar 53 at which time I was transfered to det 21 on tsu shima until jul 53, I was a cook along with george shambling and 3 locals, alex,pete and junior. The only person I have contact with is Ross Wicks who lives in new york state. Anybody else out there?

Entry: 53970 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP
JAMES NEAL SR. wrote on November 7, 2005 CITY AND STATE: WINTON NC UNIT: USCG LORAN STATION NOMAIKE(TENANT) SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: COAST GUARD VETERAN Comments: I,with 8 fellow Coastguardsmen,was stationed on the moutain site of 527th AC and W Group. Part of 1953. Commanding Officer was a Lt.JG FLYNN, an ET Chief (myself) and 5 Engineering Petty Officers, 2 Seamen. Got along fine with AF, who called us the CG who don't sail, We call them the AF who don't fly. Best part of my 30 years service.Left with a 600 word vocabulary in NihonGo.I still have beer mug labeled CHIEF. Keywords: Yama, near Nomaike village

Entry: 52110 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	MEMBERSHIP
RICHARD BIEHL wrote on July 19, 2005 CITY AND STATE: MARIETTA OH UNIT: 527TH HQ. - ITAZUKE SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Nothing specific. Just searching to possibly renew buddies. 52 - 54 era. Keywords: ADCC

Entry: 49523 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	AM GLAD TO SEE IM NOT ONLY LEFT.
ARMOR MAIN wrote on March 12, 2005 CITY AND STATE: CAMERON NC UNIT: 4527 AC-W MASHIMA SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: Can we send photos,to this thing. Keywords:

Entry: 47877 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	MISHIMA ISLAND DET. 17 1952-54
JERRY HERRON wrote on January 2, 2005 CITY AND STATE: CRANE HILL AL UNIT: 527TH AC-W DET.17 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was on Mishima from Sept 1952 to July 1954, almost 2 years.I was a radio op and worked in that little tower between the boq and the next barracks. It was a DF tower. If you were there you will remember it.lol Keywords: James Dozier, Bertram Dube, I'll have to think of more.

Entry: 46968 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	HARANOMACHI AFS
ERNIE PEARSON wrote on November 18, 2004 CITY AND STATE: SAN DIMAS CA UNIT: CIVILIAN TECH REP SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FRIEND OF VETERAN Comments: May Day 1952 when the local farmers charged the radar site with pitch forks in protest. Where are you Charlie? It's been awhile, eh? -ernie- Keywords: Charles Levitt radar tech, may day 1952

Entry: 46153 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	LOOKING FOR ANYONE W/ INFORMATION
S. SECORD wrote on October 4, 2004 CITY AND STATE: ~ ~ UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FRIEND OF VETERAN Comments: My grandfather was stationed here during this time. I have come across very beautiful photos of his time here. If anyone has information on him during this time, please contact me. I am trying to put together my grandfathers history. His name is Donald Secord. Thank-you. Keywords: MIHO AIR BASE OCT 1952

Entry: 41248 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	DET. 19, UNISHIMA, 1952-1953
TOM SULICK wrote on February 24, 2004 CITY AND STATE: WASHINGTON NJ UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was a scope dope at Det. 19. Only men I can remember is Austin Johnson,Toms River,NJ and George Kalas of nyc. If they are deceased, may they be blessed. Spent R and R in Fukuoka(?) Itazuke AFB Keywords:

Entry: 38368 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH AC AND W GROUP HEADQUARTERS
DONALD CALHOUN wrote on November 14, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was stationed at Itazuke Base One from early 1952 to late 1953 working in the 527th's headquarters G-4 (Supply) section. Often think of this assignment - was one of my best during my 10 years in the Air Force. Arrived in Japan on the USNS Hase and departed Japan on the USS Menard (APA 201). If you remember me, send an e-mail. Glad to hear fr Keywords:

Entry: 37697 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	DET 17, MISHIMA
FRANK GALLARDO JR. wrote on October 21, 2003 CITY AND STATE: MALAGA UNIT: DET 17, 618TH AC-W SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: Would love to hear from any one who was on Mishima. I was a scope-dope 27350, from Aug 1956 to Aug 1957. Incidentally the 610th AC and W Sqdn is planning a reunion, and some guys from the 618th are expected to attend, if you haven't heard about it drop me a line. Keywords:

Entry: 36280 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	DET 19, UNISHIMA
JERRY MATTHEWS wrote on August 15, 2003 CITY AND STATE: STARKVILLE MS UNIT: 527TH AC-W SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: DET 19 from Sept 52 to Aug 53 Keesler 50-52 Keesler 53-54 Keywords: MATT

Entry: 32145 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	FOLLOWUP...
MICHAEL FELGEN wrote on February 18, 2003 CITY AND STATE: SAN ANSELMO CA UNIT: 527TH, DETACHMENT 7 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: After doing more research I've located the detachment that I was located at(7), identified as Moriyama--not sure why since the mountain was Takaoyama. I was in radar maintenance between Feb 1952 and October 1953. I'm confused that detachment 7 seems also to be a part of the 610th. Anyone know why? Our headquarters was located in Fukuoka, Kyushu island. Also was the 527th part of the 5th Air Force? Long time ago, my memory fades... Keywords: 527th, Moriyama, det. 7, detachment 7

Entry: 32136 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	LOOKING FOR OLD FRIENDS
MICHAEL FELGEN wrote on February 18, 2003 CITY AND STATE: SAN ANSELMO CA UNIT: 527TH DETACHMENT? SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was stationed at the AC and W site on TakaoYama across the peninsula from the town of Sakai Minato from February 1952 to October 1953. I was a Radar Mechanic and also the site movie projectionist. Don't remember the detachment number, unfortunately... Keywords: Sakai, TakaoYama, Okii Islands,

Entry: 27987 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH AC AND W INFO ON FATHER
MARIA (TRUITT) LAMPHIER wrote on September 2, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 527TH AC-W GR, APO 929 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father was stationed in Japan around 1952 thru 1954 as a Radar Operator. He often told stories of Osaka, Japan. I am not sure which detachment he was with. His name was James Truitt, his rank was A/1C. He was from Philadelphia PA. I am wondering if anyone knew him or was stationed with him in Japan. Keywords: 527th AC and W Gp, APO 929, Japan 1952 - 1954, Radar Operator, James Truitt, A/1C

Entry: 25304 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	DET 17 MISHIMA
WALTER WIERTEL wrote on May 8, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was assigned to De1 17 in 54 and was on Mishima for 10 months in charge of supply. left there and was rassigned to Det 7 on the mainland. Keywords:

Entry: 24975 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING SQUADRON # 7
RONALD FROGGE wrote on April 25, 2002 CITY AND STATE: RAYTOWN MO UNIT: 527TH AC - WS DET. 7 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I am looking to find old friends stationed with me at this site. I was assigned to this location the latter part of 1952 and was there until I was re-assigned to Itazuke in the fall of 1953. When my 18 month stay was up I returned to the US and finished out my enlistment at Hamilton AFB, California at the 78th Hospital Gp. as a dental hygienist. Keywords: Hilltop, Joe Talerico

Entry: 24223 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	INFORMATION ON FATHER
TOM CLARK wrote on March 24, 2002 CITY AND STATE: BLOOMINGTON IN UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Hello, I am looking for someone who was stationed with the father, S/Sgt Donald Glen Clark, who was in Japan with the 527th AC and W between September 1952 and September 1954. His most significant duty assignment was 527th AC and W Gp Det 3, APO 963-1. He was originally from Williamsport, PA. If you know of him or of his assignment please contact me by email. Thank you. Keywords: 527th Gp Det 3, APO 963-1

Entry: 24110 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	MISHIMA DET 17
FREDIO (FRED) SAMPLES wrote on March 20, 2002 CITY AND STATE: SNOHOMISH WA UNIT: 623RD AC-W SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: I am searching for information about a book that was written by Howard Singer titled: "WAKE ME WHEN IT'S OVER" It's a funny story that was turned into a movie several years ago. The story is about an Air Force Radar operator that was stationed on a small island located between Korea and Japan in the Sea of Japan. Always wanting to make some extra money he turned the radar site into a R and R site for all troops going and coming between Japan and Korea. Although the story written by Mr. Singer was not true. There is strong belief that he wrote this story using his own experience as a radar operator while he was stationed on a small Island between Japan and Korea. In his book he calls the Island 'SHIMA" and describes this Island as having a mountain where the radars where located and a Dock that is located near a small village. This book was released in 1959. I am wondering if this island that Airman Singer was stationed on was Mishima. Does anyone remember this story, Movie or ever know Howard Singer? Does anyone know if Mishima was the Island that is referred to in his story? Fredio (Fred) Samples Keywords: 623rd AC and W Miyako Jima Island, Japan Okinawa sector

Entry: 23990 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH ACW SQUADRON 1952-53
ROSS WICKS wrote on March 16, 2002 CITY AND STATE: BROCKPORT NY UNIT: 527TH ACW - SEBERIYAMA SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Looking for others serving in squardron or information about. Hood from Texas, Judd Thurston, Raebel, Davis. Keywords:

Entry: 23769 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	LOOKING FRO SOUVENIR PILLOW COVER FROM ITAZUKI AFB
BONNIE MARTIN wrote on March 8, 2002 CITY AND STATE: AUSTIN TX UNIT: 527TH AC - W SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FRIEND OF VETERAN Comments: My father, Richard Parker, was station at Itazuki AFB from Nov. 1954-Feb. 1956. I am looking for a souvenir pillow cover to surprise him with. He and my mom have many fond memories. Thank you! Keywords: Souvenir Pillow Cover

Entry: 23742 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	CHANGE EMAIL ADDRESS AS BELOW
JOHN HELMERSON wrote on March 7, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 527TH AC-W SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 22975 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	ITAZUKI AFB
JOSEPH TALERICO wrote on February 7, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was stationed at Itazuki just prior to returing to the states. My wife was pregnant at the time. We transferred from Det 7 no medical facilities at the site capable of caring for her. Lived off base at 300 Kasugibaru. Have a lot of good memories about Japan and my tour. Keywords:

Entry: 22973 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH AC AND W SQ DET 19 AND 7
JOSEPH TALERICO wrote on February 7, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was stationed at Uni Shima Det 19 Air Police in charge of security we had civilian guards CG'c Later transferred to Det 7. My wife is from Tsu Shima the big island. Have been back many time to visit family and had a few reunions with the Japanese Guards. Keywords: Joe

Entry: 22887 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	DET 19 UNISHIMA
BOB BYRNES wrote on February 3, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: radio repair tech at det 19 from sep 54 to jan 55 then posted to 607 acw sq at k6 air base in korea. any old buddies out there? Keywords: det 19 unishima radar site between japan and korearadio repair tech

Entry: 21901 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH AC AND W GROUP
ROBERT W. MORRISON wrote on December 30, 2001 CITY AND STATE: SARASOTA FL UNIT: 527TH AC-W GROUP SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Made frequent TDY visits to early warning sites at Fukaeshima, Mishima, Tsushima, GCI site at Shikano-Shima, DF sites at Moji, Seburiyama, Nomosaki. Arrive in Japan aboard the USS Windham Bay, an escort carrier Nov. 1951; shipped stateside aboard the Gen. Anderson in Feb. 1954. Spent last 6 months in SAC with 803rd Air Base Group at Hunter AFB, Savannah, Ga. Keywords: Itazuke AB Nov. 1951- Feb. 1954; originally with 850th AC and W Sq; trans. to 527th AC and W Group A2 section about June 1952, under Capt. Alonzo Sloan.527th was commanded by Col John Crawford, then by Col David Terry. When the Japan Air Defense Force was formed in April (?) 1992, 527th became part of the 43rd Air Division under Col. Charles Stark.

Entry: 21346 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	BOBBY RIPPY
JENNIFER RIPPY-MULLIGAN wrote on December 9, 2001 CITY AND STATE: HAMILTON OH UNIT: DET 3 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My dad was a/2c. He was stationed at Fukaka and worked on an island 25 miles from there. It seems Col. David terry and Lt. Olen Taylor were his commanding officers. Dad enlisted in Kessler AFB June '52 and discharged Robins AFB in June '55. He also played ball for the "Robins Flyers". I have many photos to share with anyone interested. Additionally would like to find information about 4 medals he was authorized for, but never received. Keywords: Friends: Whit-Kansas, Judd-Texas, Tank-Alabama, Meyer-St.Louis, Harn-California,Johnson-Ohio, Haldimand-unknown, Fredericks-unknown, Hendren-unknown, Donald-unknown, Woody-unknown, Kolb-unknown Barracks dog-Wabble

Entry: 18400 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH AC AND W
JAMES LIKWARZ wrote on August 1, 2001 CITY AND STATE: TOMAHAWK WI UNIT: 527TH AC-W SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Assigned Det #7 5/52, ADCC 9/52, Det #17 3/53 left for US 12/53. Air Police. Also TDY w/6160thAP's Keywords: ADCC

Entry: 12766 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	527TH AC AND W, DET. 17
JOHN HELMERSON wrote on November 6, 2000 CITY AND STATE: OLYMPIA WA UNIT: 527TH AC-W, DET. 17 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Stationed on Mishima Island, an isolated USAF Radar Site, from 08-52 to 12-53. Keywords: Nickname: Fujio

Entry: 11850 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	DET.3, 527TH AC AND W SHIGONOSHIMA
MARTIN (MARTY) SIMOWITZ wrote on September 19, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was at Det.3 Sept.53 thru may 54. Worked in Tech Supply for a short while. Volunteered for Radar Operator and worked with a crew for about 6 months. Was later transferred to Det.15, Fukushima for about a year and then home. Keywords:

Entry: 8900 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	SAITOZAKI AIR BASE
HERMAN BURNES wrote on May 25, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: DETACHMENT 3 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was stationed at Saitozaki Air Base with Detachment 3 of the 527th AC and W Gp in southern Kyushu, Japan. Our radar site was on a mountain in Shikanoshima. I was there from Oct 52 to Oct 54 Our call sign at one time was nutmeat. Keywords:

Entry: 6820 527TH AIR CONTROL AND WARNING GROUP	ITAZUKE AFB
JAMES R. DOZIER wrote on February 8, 2000 CITY AND STATE: TYLER TX UNIT: 527 AC-W , DET. L7 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I served in the 6160th. Air Base Wing located At Itazuke Air Force Base. I was with the 527 AC and W Group. Stationed with Detachment l7 on a small Island between Japan and Korea in l953-l954. The island was Mishima. Worked as Radio operator, would like to make contact with anyone who served on this det.at any time. Keywords:

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