8th FBW/TFW-68th FIS 58'-60' hobo's Itazuke, Osan, K-55

Comments: My Father TSGT William R. (Ted) Estes (ret) USAF 74' is in search of lost buddies he served with at Itazuke AB when he was a supply spec. He is also looking for a patch on a jacket that he won at a base fast pitch softball championship. This patch was silver/black bearing the image of a hobo with a cigar hanging out of his mouth. I am looking to find out where k-55 was. any one know any thing about Reany Force?

Keywords: Looking for info on reconnect with lost friends, lost items and info on missions.

People who knew 1Lt William Wilbur Toops

Comments: Would like to hear from people who knew and flew with him. We grew up together, went to Purde University together and naturally very good friends.

Would appreciate any information about him. Jim Robbins

Keywords: 1stLt William Wilbur Toops AO1911692, missing in action june 16, !952.

Lt Bruce Ferguson

Comments: Looking for any one who served with my father, lt/Capt Bruce Ferguson who flew F-80s and F-86s with the 8th during the war. I have a stack of old photos that some may be interested in. I am going to try and post them somewhere where they can be identified.

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Seeking Folks that served at Suwon K-13 during the war.

Comments: Seeking anyone who served with my Dad S/SGT Tom Duncan during the Korean War at Suwon K-13. He was mentioned the 8th Fighter Bomber Squadron & specifically the name HOBO squadron. Thanks

Keywords: K-13, 8th Fighter Bomber, Maintenance, Refuel, Hobo, Suwon, Duncan

Information

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Keywords: John Pitchford listed on program is Retired AF Col residing in Natchez, MS. During VN War was Wild Weasel Pilot shot down 12/20/65 returned Feb 1973

ITAZUKE 8TH MAINT SQDN 48-49-50

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone that served with me in the 8th Maint and/or the Parachute Shop

Keywords: Jesse Taylor , Charley Edens ,Richard Vining , Bob Johnston

Thank you!!

Comments: I just wanted to say thank you for those of you that knew my Father (Capt. Gilbert C. Alston). I know that he is flying with your comrads in arms now. All of you really meant alot to him. Thank you again, Sincerly, Carl B. Alston

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1952 photo album Korea 8th Fighter Bomber Wing

Comments: Dear Veterans

One of you may be interested that tonight on Ebay I listed a photo album for the 8th Fighter Bomber Wing in Korea in 1952. Approx 125 black and wing snapshot photographs and two colorful menus listed officers and meals for Christmas and Thanksgiving. You will be able to search for it after 7pm Pacific time todnight, February 22nd and it is a 7 day auction. If you have questions you can email me at tower@ucbears.com.

Regards,

Keith Tower

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Looking for James E Bond from Calif.

Comments: Searching for USAF Lt. Col. James E. Bond from Salinas CA or his son, James E. Bond served in the USMC in Vietnam '65-'68 in 3rd Mar Div, 1st Amtracs. Several of James Bond Jr's brothers searching for James or the Bond family for annual reunions.

Keywords: James E. Bond USAF Lt. Col AND his son James E. Bond USMC Vietnam Veteran Quang Tri Provence, Con Thien and mouth of Cua Viet. Semper Fi.

Looking for McFarland - 1950

Comments: I'm looking for any record of my grandfather with the last name McFarland. He was stationed at Ashiya Air Base Japan from mid 1949 to mid 1950. I don't know his first name and my grandmother, a Japanese national is now deceased. Stories are that he worked as a medic or at the pharmacy and that he was partial Cherokee. Any help at all is appreciated, we've been looking for any reference or even a first name for a long time.

Thanks much,

-Charles

Keywords: 8th Fighter Wing, Ashiya, Japan, Korea, Pharmacy

William A. Grusy

Comments: Hello. I am a family member, but also an active duty Air Force member. My grandfather William A. Grusy or Bill (still alive) was in the 80th Fighter Squadron, 8th Fighter Wing in Korea in 1952. I don't know his rank at that time, but if anyone flew with him or knows him from any other station, I would love to hear from you. Email or call, whichever is easier. Thank you very very much!!!

Keywords: Bill Grusy, 8th Fighter Wing, 80 Fighter Squadron, Korea, 1952, fighter pilot

8th Fighter Bomber Wing Refueling

Comments: My Dad is looking for buddies that were stationed in Korea with the 8th Fighter Bomber Wing from July '52 -July '53. He was in refueling; mostly at the south end of the flightline. He said they refueled F80's and F86's. He would love to hear from any of the fellows.

Keywords: Refueling

1st LT John Southerland

Comments: I am looking for the pilots or information on a 4 plane close air support strike on Jun 6, 1953, Southernland was #2 on the flight. He was reported as "alive on the ground", MIA.

Keywords: John Edward Southerland

Anyone Out There?

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Keywords: Served in A/C refueling 8/51-7/52, mostly in 35th FBS, later as dispatcher. My best friend from Korea, Ralph W. Jacobs (Jake) passed away several years ago. Wish I had kept up with others. 19 year olds aren't too sharp, sometimes.

Base Flight,Suwan ,Korea 1952-1953

Comments: We would pull all of our major inspections on our aircrafts at Itazuki Air Base,Japan. I was a flight Engineer on the C47s. Thanks, Bruno Masdea

Keywords: I was stationed at Suwan,Korea 1952-1953.We were assigned to BASE FLIGHT. WE had 3 C47s and 3 T-6s.WE would fly supplies to and from Japan.

Search for old Friends

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F-86 DVD

Comments: I'm putting together a DVD documentary on the Sabre and need to interview pilots and other personnel associated with the 8th FBW in 1953. Please contact me and I will interview you over the phone.

Keywords: F-86, Sabre, 8th FBW

Korea veteran HQ Sqdn

Comments: Stationed 8th Fighter Bomber Wing, K-13, Suwon, Korea from October 1951 to October 1952. Most of the time was NCOIC, Labor Office. Boss was Capt John Hill and Major Beatty

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Itazuke '49-50, Korea '50-51

Comments: Would enjoy hearing from any of you good people who USAF'd with me during those unforgettable days.

Keywords: 8th Maint. Squad. Itazuke '49-50. Forward air control unit in Korea Oct'50- Sept.'51.

8TH TAC FTR SQDN. ITAZUKE AIR BASE JAPAN

Comments: LOOKING FOR ANYONE THAT WAS AT ITAZUKE AIR BASE FROM 1958 TO 1960 AND WAS WITH THE 6308TH. A&E MAINT. SQDN. I BELIEVE IT WAS 1959 OR 1960 THAT IT WAS CHANGED TO THE 8TH A&E MAINT.SQDN.

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36th Fighter Bomber Squadron or 8th Fighter Bomber Wing Reunions

Comments: Interested in any upcomimg reunions or anybody in the 36th from 1952 through 1953.

Keywords: F-80 #866 and F-86 #397

LOOKING FOR FRIENDS FROM KOREA

Comments: LOOKING FOR FRIENDS STATIONED WITH ME IN ITAZUKE JAPAN 1949 KOREA 1950 TO 1952

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E-Mail update

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Looking for men of Korea's 80th FBS

Comments: I am doing research for a thesis on the 80th FBS in the Korean War. If you served during that time and are interested in telling your story, please contact me at kes_janeway@hotmail.com.

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INFO. OF 36 FIGHTER SQD. KOREA

Comments: LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO SERVED WITH ME IN JAPAN AND KOREA DEC.1949 TO MARCH 1952.

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Hello Hoboes

Comments: Capt Byers, CO 8th Maintenance Squadron

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Hq 8th Ftr Bmr Wg

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who served in Headquarters 8th Fighter Bomber Wing Feb '52 to Feb '53 I remember papasan who "could not speak English" - worked in headquarters building until ROK's caught up to him. Also remember Ted Williams crash landing.

Keywords: hobo hassan day K-13 Suwon

8th Fighter Bomber Wing

Comments: 2nd Lt. Positions: Motor Pool Officer Public Information Officer Education & Information Officer Special Services Officer Ass't Base Supply Officer I have quite a lot of photos, including Photo Lab Hobo Photos from position as PIO. Including the officical public release of 50,000th Sorties photo. Also have a few pics of 319th F-94s, Only F-86 photos are 51st FIS. All of the 8th photos are F-80s. Photo of Officers Club & Dining Hall at Christmas 1952 (color)

Keywords: Nov. 1952 - July 1953

Anyone remember

Comments: Searching for anyone who knew my uncle, 1st. Lt. Kenneth Tallant. 80th. fighter bomber sq. 8th. fighter bomber wing. Suwon, Korea. K-13 from Oct. 52 until his death on 5-18-53. Fighter pilot.

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Black Sheep Blackouts

Comments: These are names from an old program my mom found of some variety show held at Misawa in July 1954. Perhaps these names may jog some memories.

Keywords: 8th Ftr Bmbr Sq Misawa AFB Officers' Club, July 31, 1954; 2030 hours; LtCol John L. Gregory, Jr.; Maj. Finis T. Bates; Maj. Emil Bertza; Capt. Lawrence P. Batcheller; Capt. Daniel E. Caldwell; Capt. Paul Dolly; Capt. John L. Peters; Capt. Chas. B. Stutts; Capt. Billy D. Welch and 1st Lts: John B. Ackley, III; James E. Atkins Jr.; Thomas C. Birkhead; Walter A. Bogumil; Robert W. Bond, Jr.; Robt. E. Fenton; Rbbt. E. Grandon; Lynn B. Harding; Donald R. Hartsfield; Hal H. Haynes, Jr.; Clifford A. Herren, Jr.; Guy F. Hudson; James R. Lawver; Raymond H. Lutz; Philip J. McNally; Miles I. McNaughton; David M. Mullaney; Robt. M. Nelson; Lloyd R. Norris; John J. Pitchford, Jr.; James W. Stanford; Robt. M. Stapleton; Carmine A. Vito; Jerry McKee; 2nd Lts: James E. Brinkman; Ernest H. Dammier; Edmund Falkowski; Donald F. Golonka; Alfred M. Gustafson; Bruce A. Hudson; Wm. C. Moseley; Charles M. Rose; John D. Saunders; Dale R. Summers; John C. Tucker; Wm. L. Weston; Samuel E. Wilcox Jr.; Gilbert C. Alston; and WO Aloysius S. Later

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Comments: hi how are

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8th MOTOR VEHICLE SQUADRON

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who was assigned to this outfit from August 1949 to September 1951.

Keywords: Former S/Sgt. John T. Calhoon, 8th Motor Vehicle Squadron, Itazuke Air Base, Japan

JANITOR

Comments: I SAW TED WILLIAMS BELLY IN WITH NO LANDING GEAR. THE JANITOR FOR HEADQUARTERS BUILDING WAS A NORTH KOREAN SPY . HE COULD NOT SPEAK ENGLISH UNTIL THEY CAUGHT HIM .

Keywords: HOLLIS WALSH 319 SQUADRON 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER

Looking for D.D. OVERTON

Comments: I am looking for information on a Korean war ace named D.D. Overton , he was missing in action in the Vietman War possibly from 1966-1973. Any infor would be appreciated. Thank you, J.Nicholas

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AKERS DONALD W. MIA 10/4/51

Comments: Looking for kin of Capt. Akers, MIA while flying an F 80C on 10/4/51. We understand remains not recovered. Need to put kin in contact with USAF missing persons office. Anyone knowing whether Capt. Akers had spouse, children, siblings, etc. please contact the undersigned. Thank you. kenneth e page, director, neny ch kwva, inc., troy, ny

Keywords: F 80C Hq 8th ftr bomb sq

Downed Aircraft K-23

Comments: I am seeking information about a crashed aircraft, believed to be an F-80 which crashed and burned off the end of the runway at K-23 about Oct 15, 1950. The aircraft was almost completely destroyed. There were no visible identifying numbers. The pilots body was burned, but he had a crewcut. His helmet was there. It was yellow with a red lightning bolt on it. The person who found this crash said it was in a deep ravine covered with foilage and if you did not know it was there you would never see it. After all these years, he asked me to find out if this crash was ever reported. He was in the Army and on the move at the time.

Keywords: Crashed aircraft-seeking information for a witness to an event.

F86 named The Georgia Peach

Comments: Was looking at a book, Air War over Korea by Jerry Scutts and found a picture with of a F-86 from the 8th Wing being loaded with bombs in June 1953 at K-13.

I was in the 51st FIW across the runway and crewed an F-86 named My Georgia Peach - Ruth untill it crashed at K-14 and then crewed My Georgia Peach II.

Looks like the crewchief on The Georgia Peach was Claney.

Anybody know the crewchief on The Georgia Peach Jerry Young at JEYOUNG65@aol.com

Keywords: F-86 Named The Georgia Peach

ROBERT C. ATKINS JR 'BOBBY'

Comments: Looking for any info on the above, he was killed when the bomber he was in went down coming back from furlow. Would like some info on him or his unit at around this time (1 Feb 53 - 1 June 53) Thank you

Keywords: 8th Fighter Bomber wing, 5th Air Force

Oscoda AFB Vets,63 Ftr Sq, fr.3-1-51 to 10-1-53,

Comments: Looking for guys who owe me money- hope you are all around and healthy.

Keywords: Looking for Sgts. Rynex, Meduna.Papas, and Ruhl.All from Michigan , all at Oscods AFB 2 yrs(3-1 to 10-1 1953

History Info

Comments: Hi, Trying to find exact information on service of S/SGT. Jack B. McCart. This is one of my student's grandfather. We are doing a history project of this semester family members that fought in US conflicts and wars. We are trying to find out information on exactly which area/unit he served and then will built a history of that unit. JB has a plaque that states S/SGT. McCart was a member of the 51st wing and the 20th Air Force. He joined the Air Force Nov. 22, 1940. Any information on how to find out about this would be helpful. Thank You

Keywords: J.B. McCart

TDY FROM 78TH.AAA TO 8TH

Comments: There were two Army personnel TDY from the 78 AAA gun btn.who were sent to the water point the other man was Mervin Carter part of the musical Carter Family I would like to know where he is. Also Ronald Forestor or Donald Hardy or any one who served in the unit

Keywords: 8th.AIO Water point CPL.Max Watts known as ground pounder we served from March 53 until March 54

LOOKING FOR OLD BUDDIESEMAIL VANESSA HOLT @ KUSAN AFMIL

Comments: Looking for old friends who I worked on the line with.I came to K-13 which is Suwon Korea in late 1952 to 53.I was in Armorment and I came. from Lowry AFBase Colorado,which I was a gunner turent sys mac.The long cold nights on the line and hoping we would not get shot at.We had a Korean kid who would hang out with us my the name of Chicken who we bought a present for on Christmas day.,had one of the crew from supply pick it up in Japan.Left a lot of buddies behind they will live in spirt and as I am growing old I will never forget that place in time.Hopeto hear from someone out there and I hope the Korean people will not forget us for what we did. Cpl Louis S BASURA

Keywords: Frank Mouser F80s& A26s

Looking For Headhunter's

Comments: Looking for anyone who flew with the 80th Fighter Squadron during or after the war.

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Hq & Hq Squadron, 8th Ftr Bmr Wing

Comments: Would like to hear especially from anyone who served in Wing Headquarters personnel office or Wing Headquarters Squadron from April 1952 to April 1953. Would also like to hear from anyone else who served with the 8th Fighter Bomber Wing during this time period.

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Suwon, K13, Hobo, F80

Seeking info David Lynes

Comments: I was stationed at the 8th Airbase Group July to Oct. 1950. Would like to contact anyone else who was there at the time. After that I went to the 22nd crash rescue boat sqd.

Keywords: Msgt. Royce J. Riddle, Maj. James T. Beene, Capt. Philip S. Dickey, F-80, Col. Price

ROBERT P SPRUIT

Comments: 36 FBS SUWON KOREA 1952-1953

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Robert P Spruit

Comments: Looking for anyone that was there at that time. I also lost a F80 plane #581. Will never forget the pilot.

Keywords: Maintence on F80's and F86F aircraft. 36FBS 8th fighter bomber wing.

8TH FIGHTER BOMBER-8TH SUPPLY SQUADRON

Comments: I am posting this message for my dad, Curtis Austin - he served in the 8th Supply Squadron 1951-1952 in Suwon and would like to contact anyone who served with him. One particular name he mentioned was Cartis (last name and I am unsure of spelling). If you served with him, please e-mail me (I still can't get him on the computer)at furnmfgrep@aol.com - thanks, Debbie Austin

Keywords: 8th Fighter Bomber Wing - 8th Supply Squadron 1951-1952 (HOBOS)Suwon, Korea

Comments: 524TH FTR.SQDN, 27TH FTR.WING.

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RE: PFC FREDDIE E. PADGETT

Comments: if their is anyone out their that knew my brother please e-mail me or call me at 314-849-8480. jut wanted to talk with someone who knew my brother. I was only 12 when he was killed.

Thanks a lot.

Jan Hoelker St. Louis, Mo.

Keywords: Fred was his name, he was called freddie. He was in the 3707, flight 4l3l from lackland afb, he took training for radio operator at kessler afb, was sent to korea, kimpo afb. he was 8th communication squad. part of the 8th Air base Gp.

8TH Supply SQ

Comments: Looking for anyone who served with me in the 8th Supply SQ,1953.,I remember ,Puckett,Johnny Powers,Ladd,from CA.I was a a/2C.

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1949-51

Comments: Member 8th FBW Feb. 1949 through early 1951 then transferred to 1st Shoran Beacon Unit. Was a member of the 36th FBSq,at the start, and final bugout of Suwon.

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Robert L. Rudisel

Comments: Trying to gather information on father's military career. He was in Korea and Japan from Jan. 1950-Jan. 1952. His nickname was "Rudy" and was an avid baseball fan. I know he was at Lowry prior to going to Korea. Have article of Lowry/Ft. Warren ballgames, date of article is May 29th, 1948. The following people are mentioned in the article, SSgt. Marshall Watkins, Sgt. Joe Clements, Lt. George Dent, SSgt. Joe Fleming, Cpt. James Lannon, 1LT Daniel McCarthy, and Msgt. James Meadlock. If you remember my father and can assist me in getting information on his career. Please email me. Thank You.

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Reunion host

Comments: I'm a member of the 80th fighter Squadron Assoc. and the Sabre Pilots Assoc. and the 8th fighter Bomber Wing(Korea) Assoc. I'm hosting the 8th Ftr Bmr Wg reunion in Tacoma Wa 17 Sept to 21 Sept., 2000. Check message in the 8th FBW page.

Keywords: 80th FBS 8th FBW F86F

8th Fighter Bomber Wing

Comments: I would like to contact any one I served with in the 8th fighter bomber wing 8th maintenance squadron, HQ & HQ squadron during the period of Aug 1950 to May 1952.

Keywords: Kempo, K13, K16, K23, F-51, F-80, F-82, F-94, HOBO's

8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING SQUAD

Comments: WOULD LIKE TO LOCATE ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH ME. 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING (HOBO'S). K-13 (SUWON KOREA)1952- 1954

Keywords: 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING (HOBO'S)

M@S Group Hdqs 8th FBW

Comments: Interested in hearing from members of M&S Grp Hdgs 8th FBW who served at Kimpo and Suwon from Jan 51 until Jun 1952. I served as a Career Guidance Tec (73150) during that period. Some names I remember Hamright, Ralph W. Emerson, Elliot

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8th FBG Sabres

Comments: Looking for information on 8th FBW Sabre pilot losses. I have the name of the pilots, and the serial numbers of the F-86Fs lost, but not the connections between the two.

Keywords: Sabres

FEB-NOV 53

Comments: 2ND LT, 36 FBS, 8TH FBW, SUWON AB, FEB-NOV 53.

64 MISSIONS, F-86F. RETIRED LT. COL, USAF. WILL TRY TO VISIT YOU OFTEN.

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