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| Current Message 1 - October 1, 2009 |
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Entry: 71810
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Looking for Grandfather Richard O'neill |
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Maria Burks wrote on 2009-10-01 10:23:42.0
Comments: I am searching for this man, I believe him to be my grandfather. He would have been engaged to a woman named Kay. My father believes he was in his early 20s at the time. Also he may remember the story my Grandmother told my father that they were leaving on a train togethor but her family came and pulled her off...they never met again..or so the story goes. If you have any information about this man please contact me. My email is im.mariarose@yahoo.com. I would love to meet this man, and introduce him to my children.
Keywords: This info. may or may not be correct but this is what my father told me. Richard O'neill was in the Marine Corps stationed on Camp Pendleton around 1950? I believe he was in what is called the 1st division, 1st common section...he also served in the Korean War. He was from Chicago. These are all the facts I know.
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| Current Message 2 - November 26, 2008 |
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Entry: 68025
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Anyone Know SGT Richard Kasmarzik (B Co, '50-'51) |
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Jason Coad wrote on 2008-11-26 00:13:27.0
Comments: Please contact me if anyone served with him or knows him.
Keywords: My Grandpa served with B Co 1st Armored Amphib BN from '50-51. He was from O' Fallon, Illinois. I have a picture of him with a group of friends that on the back was written "THE CRAZY EIGHT," which he was part of. He is also a WWII vet. He had a big bushy mustache. His vehicle number was "B2"
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| Current Message 3 - November 11, 2008 |
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Entry: 67827
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Serv Co, 1st Armd Amph Bn 1953 Korea Ben Owen Roberts, Tennessee |
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Brenda Luke wrote on 2008-11-11 16:00:17.0
Comments: In search of stories from my fathers, Ben Owen Roberts, entered from Cincinnati, OH born in Tennessee, military past, he rarely spoke of it except for stories of a beer drinking weekends. Would appreciate any true stories of what my Dad experienced. His record shows he served as follows: Ser Co, 1st Armd Amph Bin 5/4/1953 - 11/4/1953, 1st Repl Bn, Stage Regt MB Camp Pen cal 4/2/1953 - 5/3/1953, H & S C, 2nd Inf Trng Regt, MB Camp Pendleton Cal 3/10/1953 - 4/1/1953, "R" Co 3d bn 24 Inf trng reg, mb camp pendleton, ca 2/23/1953-3/9/1953, "B" Co 7th Eng Bm FMF Camp Pen Cal 5/24/1952-2/9/1953, 3rd Rec Trng Bn, MCRDep, SD Cal 12/7/1951-2/8/1952, First Scol Co, EngrScolBn, MB, Camp Lejeune, NC 2/24/1952-4/30/1952. Thanks.
Keywords: Serv Co, 1st Armd AmphBn, Korea Ben Owen Roberts, PFC Welder/Carpenter born Tennessee Served under Cap WE Barrineau (spelling?) and 1st Lt. JF Mathis, later becaue Capt, USMC
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| Current Message 4 - April 1, 2008 |
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Entry: 65043
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
My Dad was at White's Beach, Sgt Robert B. Gray, from Kentucky |
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Anita O'Neil wrote on 2008-04-01 19:00:30.0
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Keywords: Amphib unit at White's Beach between 1954 - 56, I believe. It was his second tour. Just before he was honorably discharged in the rank of Buck Sgt. He was instructing at Quantico, VA. Would like to know what the buck Sgt. chevrons looked like for that time and what any metal insignia looked like. Also, am looking for his 1/2 brother Charles Gray, stationed at White's beach at the same time. They had housing across from each other, but never acknowledged each other. My dad passed Feb. 18, 2008. I have done my utmost to bring all his US Marine Corps life together for him, my siblings and I. I am making a shadow box of my dad's Marine legacy for my brother. Any info on the above would be so gratefully appreciated. I am a U.S. Capitol Police Officer of 25 years. [ made my dad proud because he did time as an M.P.] I would really like to hear if anyone remembers my dad or his 1/2 brother Charles. Thanks to all that served with my dad and that serve to this day....... SEMPER FI !! hurrah
contact me at nidda629@hotmail.com Thanks for anything you can provide. God Bless you All.
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| Current Message 5 - February 11, 2008 |
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Entry: 64262
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
First Armored Ampphiban Bn. Tank Plt. |
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Arthur Lembo wrote on 2008-02-11 18:07:00.0
Comments: I was assigned to A Co. Eighth Tank Bn. right out of boot camp. I requested assignment to USMC units then fighting in Korea. My request was approved and I arrived in Korea in Nov. 1952. I was assigned to Tank Platoon, Hq. Co. First Armored Amphibian Bn. as a Sergeant and Tank Commander of Tank 5, an M4A3E8 Sherman with a 76 MM Gun. Our mission was to block any Red forces crossing the Han River. I left Korea in Nov, 1953 for discharge. I would be happy to hear from anyone who served with me.
Keywords: Tank Platoon, First Armored Anphibian Bn. Kimpo Peninsula, 1952-1953, Plt. Leaders: Lts. Jones,Lomanto,Morris, Golden.
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| Current Message 6 - November 12, 2007 |
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Entry: 62988
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Honoring Capt. Jack Ward King |
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Abigail Ward King wrote on 2007-11-12 23:30:28.0
Comments: 1st Amphibian Tank Battallion, Okinawa & also fought in Korea
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| Current Message 7 - November 12, 2007 |
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Entry: 62967
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
He was my Dad - Did you know Matt Doetsch? |
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Ida M. Doetsch wrote on 2007-11-12 08:55:10.0
Comments: I would love to hear from anyone that may have served with my dad T/Sgt Matthew A Doetsch, Jr. He was active duty for 26 years and died in 1971. He would have been 88-years old now. Please help me - FYI - my mom is WWII Navy veteran and I am an Army veteran and my son as been active duty Navy since 1999 - I hope to hear from... soon...
Keywords: "Gunney" Matthew Doetsch was with B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn AND fought at Peleliu, South Pacific
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| Current Message 8 - October 21, 2007 |
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Entry: 62685
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
First Armored Amphibs in Korea in 1952 |
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Paul Fellows wrote on 2007-10-21 17:47:03.0
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| Current Message 9 - October 6, 2007 |
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Entry: 62513
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Doc Willy |
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Bill Webster wrote on 2007-10-06 12:12:37.0
Comments: Served with 1st Arm at Kimpo in Jan 53. As Corpsman for around six months. Went back to 1St Arm Hdq. for a while. Worked with Dr. Dravens. Then on to A-Med
Keywords: Doc
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| Current Message 10 - September 25, 2007 |
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Entry: 62416
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Looking for people I knew in Korea |
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Walter (Pinky) Dillon wrote on 2007-09-25 18:01:35.0
Comments: I was a Navy Medical Corpsman attached to the 1st MarDiv,1stArmAmphibs, 1st Med.Bat, in Korea from early 1953 until mid 1954. The only name I remember was a Corpsman by the name of Feingold from the Seattle area. I remember he got in some trouble in Kyoto when we went on R & R. I believe his Dad owned a large salvage company. Our unit was entrenched above the Han River, I believe near the town of Yung Dong Po. If there is anybody out there who remembers me, I would very much like to hear from them. I wish I had thought of doing this years ago but I was'nt to well versed in computers until the last couple of years. I guess we are never to old to learn new things.
Keywords: My nickname was Pinky. I only remember our unit was entrenched above the Han River, I think near a town named Yung Dong Po. I also remember an Airforce base fairly close by called K16 I believe, though it could have been another #.
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| Current Message 11 - July 19, 2007 |
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Entry: 61678
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Adrian L. Herberger |
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Doug Herberger wrote on 2007-07-19 16:27:13.0
Comments: tryin to locate anyone that served with my father Adrain L. Herberger. He was a amphib tank commander hit inchon on sept. 15, 50 prior to that he was in Kobe Jap in aug 50. Dad is still alive and would enjoy speaking with old buddies. He was in the 1st armored amphib, 1st marine div. Hq company. He is originally from Springfield Mo. and did basic in 1948 in Paris Island.
Keywords: Inchon sept 15, 50. Kobe aug 50. Gen. Meigs hq co. 1st armored amphib.
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| Current Message 12 - March 28, 2007 |
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Entry: 60492
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korean war |
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p.a. smith wrote on 2007-03-28 20:31:10.0
Comments: looking for anyone who knows last name Albert from oklahoma. he was an amtrak driver.looking for details to share thank you
Keywords: old baldy injem river amtrack driver traded prisoners
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| Current Message 13 - February 19, 2007 |
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Entry: 60067
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Parris Island - 1951 |
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Lisa Strauss wrote on 2007-02-19 12:51:28.0
Comments: My dad, James Strauss, is a Korean War veteran and i am trying to find anyone who may remember him or was with him, either at Parris Island in April 1951 or over in Korea. thank you all.
Keywords: Parris Island 1951 - Platoon 241.
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| Current Message 14 - October 18, 2006 |
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Entry: 59250
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B co,1st Armoured Amphibian Bn, 1951 Kimpo Peninsula |
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Jack Windsor wrote on 2006-10-18 11:34:58.0
Comments: My Memoirs soon to be posted at "Korean War Educator" Thanks Jack W Windsor PS If anyone wants a few photos, E Mail me.
Keywords: Going-USS Telfair-APA #210, Returning-W W Weigel, served on Tank #B2-LVT-A5, Sgt Patterson-Tank Commander, Pfc Devilla, Kintz-Driver, Zelinski-Gunner And Myself Ammo-Man (Assnt Driver PFC Livich-Killed)
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| Current Message 15 - October 5, 2006 |
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Entry: 59127
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
BakerCoArmdAmTracs |
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Mike Sheehan wrote on 2006-10-05 14:35:14.0
Comments: Helloooooooooooooooooooooooo is there anyone out there from Baker 1stArmdAmTrac from Sept 1950-51
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| Current Message 16 - May 29, 2006 |
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Entry: 57382
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Able Co. 1st Amrored Amphib Bn |
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WILLARD D. (W. DON) Miller wrote on 2006-05-29 13:10:43.0
Comments: I was Able Co's 3rd Platoon (Blue Platoon) Leader in Sept 53 - Feb 54. Major William (Wild Bill) Streeter was Company Commander and Capt George Washington Casso was the Executive Officer. Col. Goodpasture was Bn CO and we were on the Kimpo Penninsula. Our positons were named for States, Washington, Montana, Maine, New Mexico and Florida. We were equipped with LVTA (5) Tractors and the Maint. Platoon Leader was Gunner "Goat" Martin who knew all, and more, there was to know about LVTA's. A typically wonderful Marine and friend. 1st Sgt. was "Mother" Hale and the Company Gunny was Technical Sgt Matthew Doetsch, a tall red headed German with a handle bar mustashe. Gunny Doestch arrived with the Brigade served in Korea during most of the war. He is mentioned in Col. Andrew Geer's 1952 book, "The New Breed". Then Lt. Col Geer was the Regimental Executive Officer during my time there. Sgt McDonald was my Platoon Sgt, a smaller version of Gunny Doetsch and a hell of a Marine.
Keywords: Kimpo Provisional Reg't 1st Marnine Division
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| Current Message 17 - April 29, 2006 |
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Entry: 56908
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Amtracs 1946-1951 |
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Walter Adams wrote on 2006-04-29 19:50:11.0
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Keywords: A5 insturctor at boat basin August 1950 to May 1951.
1st Marine Brigade - Guam l947-1949.
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| Current Message 18 - April 13, 2006 |
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Entry: 56663
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PHOTO OF LVTA5 |
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Jim SMITH wrote on 2006-04-13 23:51:09.0
Comments: Does any one have a photo of a LVTA-5 or a 1st LVTA's patch that they could send via e-mail. I want make up scrap book of all the units I served with Thank you
Keywords: 1 LVTS's
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| Current Message 19 - March 19, 2006 |
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Entry: 56290
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Army Personnel Attached to 1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
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Joel Lashley wrote on 2006-03-19 19:12:03.0
Comments: I am looking for Marines who might remember my father. He was Sgt. Norman Lashley, US ARMY Ordnance Corps attatched to the 1st Marine Maphib during the Korean War around 1951 to 1952. He served with them for 9 months working on their equipment. He was an artillery mechanic. Their commanding officer was Major Foos USMC.
Does anyone rember Sgt Lashley or Sgt First Class Wallace A. Taylor from their time in Korea? Thank all of you.
Keywords: Major Foos, US ARMY Ordnance, Lashley, Taylor
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| Current Message 20 - December 26, 2005 |
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Entry: 54857
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1st ARMORED AMPHIB 1955 |
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Jim SMITH wrote on 2005-12-26 19:14:22.0
Comments: I was transferred from Dog Med to Bn Aid 1st Armored Amphibs right after Christmas 53 and returned to states with them, After return to CONUS we became part of 3rd Amphib (Re-enforced 1st MarDiv (Re-enforced) at Camp Del Mar The Bn Chief was CHAMPION, If I remember right some of the other Corpsmen were, CHERRY, BURKHART,PENNY & HAMM
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| Current Message 21 - December 18, 2005 |
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Entry: 54720
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Grandfather |
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Frank Rota wrote on 2005-12-18 15:50:46.0
Comments: I was looking for anyone that might have some information about my grandfather. He was in casual company Copreral FRANK J. ROTA. He was at camp Pendelton. He was also in WWII. He recieved a purple heart in both wars. I am trying to fiond out what division he was in so that I can get more information about what he did and where he was. I recieved documents from the NPRC but they dont have anything about where he was other than his rolls where casual company, MB, camp pendelton. The MOS code was 0771. I am not sure what that means? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Keywords: Casual Company
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| Current Message 22 - September 16, 2005 |
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Entry: 53164
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18 th draft, 4/8/52 |
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Brian O'Reilly wrote on 2005-09-16 00:00:00.0
Comments: I have recently joined the Marine Corp League in Greenwood, SC. I have met some very interesting Marine Vets. Many WW two vets who went through the Pacific battles that were depicted on all the mess hall walls. One was in Amphibs. He enjoyed talking and I enjoyed listening.
Keywords: Marine Corp League
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| Current Message 23 - August 2, 2005 |
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Entry: 52421
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
A Co, 1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
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John K. Shannahan wrote on 2005-08-02 00:00:00.0
Comments: Hi. I went over on the 9th draft and was in Kobe and then moved to Camp McGill near Yokuso (sp), Japan till November 1951. I was in A Company (in Korea) from November 1951 till about March or April 1952 then the rest of the Bn came over from Japan. I then moved up to BN S3 which was the FDC for the firing Batteries.
A Company FDC and HQ was at Tongjin, Kimpo Penninsula. At one time we had an Army 90 mm gun and two Army Search lights attached to A Company. Plus twice we had a Platoon go over the Island of Kanghwa-DO and fire at North Korea from there.
I was the NCOIC of the FDC of A company. Major David Foos was the CO and I believe a Capt Bennet was XO and a Lt Johnson from Iowa was PLT leader for the FDC.
I want home in May of 1952.
John K. Shannahan, USMC RET Omaha, Ne
Keywords: KOBE, CAMP McGill. Tongjin, Kimpo Penninsula
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| Current Message 24 - May 27, 2005 |
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Entry: 51115
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My Dad |
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Judy allen wrote on 2005-05-27 00:00:00.0
Comments: My Dad, John "Jack" Maher was in the landing at Inchon, I have very few stories to tell, as he did not talk much of Korea. He was a very proud Marine, and thought his children to be as proud. I want him and all other Marines to be remembered on this Memorial Day 2005. In my eyes they are all hero's to be held in the highest regard. My Dad passed away in 1979, no doubt he is one of God's Finest. God Bless the Corps. Semper Fi
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| Current Message 25 - May 23, 2005 |
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Entry: 51064
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Looking for Vaughn Whistler |
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Ted Cole wrote on 2005-05-23 00:00:00.0
Comments: My father Lee Frank Cole was in Korea in the amphip units. He has mentioned very little about the war, but had mentioned a buddy named Vaughn Whistler from Iowa. He was a state swimming champ in Iowa. If anyone knows him and how to contact him it would be a great suprise fro my dad. Please post reply if you have a guy in mind. Thanks on behalf of my dad Ted Cole
Keywords: My father Lee Frank Cole was in Korea in the amphip units. He has mentioned very little about the war, but had mentioned a buddy named Vaughn Whistler from Iowa. He was a state swimming champ in Iowa. If anyone knows him and how to contact him it would be a great suprise fro my dad.
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| Current Message 26 - May 23, 2005 |
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Entry: 51045
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HALL, JOHN, D. USMCR 1STARMOREDAMPHIBIANBATT1STMARDIV |
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Michael Hall wrote on 2005-05-23 00:00:00.0
Comments: My father John Devereaux Hall was proud to have served with his fellow Marines in Korea. He told me about going down the ramp of the LST (in his Armored Amphip)into the water, "feeling like he was gonna keep on going strait down to the bottom!" He's been deseased since 82, and I still miss him very much! I have much more to say; but I'd rather share it with any of his buddies out there, and or their kin. One thing that may sticks out in any of the 250 or so of the men in his Company. On their ship heading to Korea he was working in the Kitchen when a large rat ran the kitchen. He chased it and grabbed a meat cleaver as he ran through the galley. He chased it into a corner next to some gallon cans. The rat raised up fangs and claws showing! My Dad chopped him and the cans up taking care of the "Foe". Well a couple days later the CO (or XO) called a company formation. Then he called for Cpl Hall front and center! My Dad thought,"Oh sh_t what did I do now?" Then the CO preceded to read a homemade citation: It stated about how "Cpl Hall armed with only a meat-cleaver, risking life, and limb threw himself into the jaws of the foe; The common enemy... A Rat!" It ended saying "We the mice and men of 1st Armored Amphib salute you Cpl Hall for a job well done. Then the CO pinned a "Rat Metal" on my fathers chest! The ribbon was made from a flour sack, connected to a star cut out from a post card, and in black felt pen had "Hero # 1" on it. My Dad said that that metal meant more to him than all his other metals put together...
If anyone out there in internet land thinks they knew him please contact me by email, or phone call, or letter.
Thanks,
Michael D. Hall
Semper Fi
Keywords: Many people called him "Johnny". He was on an LVTA-4/5? armored Amphibian Tank with the 1st Armored Amphib Batt. He on Wolmi-Do, the Kempo air field, Inchon. His unit received Presidental Unit Citations. I know his unit came up on (at least) one Russian make T-34 tank and the "75 pack howitzer round bounced off it!" They called in an air strike to take the T-34 out. I have other accounts my father told me many years ago which I would love to share with anyone who has an interest his units history.
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| Current Message 27 - April 2, 2005 |
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Entry: 49920
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Looking for John (Cramer) Kramer? served on USS SAIPAN |
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EMMA FINLEY wrote on 2005-04-02 09:24:10.0
Comments: LOOKING FOR JOHN CRAMER?KRAMER-HE WAS THE BEST MAN AT A FRIENDS WEDDING IN 1955. THEY ARE CELEBRATING THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY AND WE TRYING TO LOCATE HIM TO POSSIBLY HAVE HIM THERE TOO. THANK YOU THEY SERVED TOGETHER ON THE USS SAIPAN PLEASE IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFO CONTACT ME
Keywords: SERVED WITH D. SALISBURY ON USS SAIPAN IN THE FIFTIES.
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| Current Message 28 - March 10, 2005 |
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Entry: 49503
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Need info. on 1956-593rd amtrac bn |
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Harlan Miller wrote on 2005-03-10 19:38:52.0
Comments: Looking for any info about marines vets 1956-59 3rd amtrac bn 1st marine div. semper fi!
Keywords: USMC VET
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| Current Message 29 - December 2, 2004 |
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Entry: 47247
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1st armored amphib. bt. |
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john huffman wrote on 2004-12-02 19:39:30.0
Comments: 10 th draft june 1951
Keywords: huff tonjin khangwan do
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| Current Message 30 - November 5, 2004 |
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Entry: 46684
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Looking for anyone who served with my Grandfather |
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Jason Coad wrote on 2004-11-05 18:06:36.0
Comments: My Grandfather Served with this unit in the Korean War. He was also in HqSq-61, MAG-61, 4th MAW during WWII and was a CPL. as Ground Defense He was from Illinois. I am looking for anyone who served with him or knows anything about him. I am trying to research his units actions during both wars. I am a LT in the The US ARMY and serve with 1CD currently in Iraq.
Keywords: SGT Richard J. Kasmarzik *Capturing and Securing of Seoul, Korea (29SEp50-7Oct50) *Wonsan-Hungnam-Chosin Campaign, North Korea (26Oct50-24Dec50) *Communist China Spring Offensive (22APR50-8July51)
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| Current Message 31 - November 5, 2004 |
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Entry: 46683
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Looking for anyone who served with my Grandfather |
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Jason Coad wrote on 2004-11-05 17:55:41.0
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| Current Message 32 - November 4, 2004 |
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Entry: 46653
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looking for someone who knew Benjamin Scharf |
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susan scharf wrote on 2004-11-04 08:51:49.0
Comments: My father recently passed away on December 10, 2001 and I'm looking for anyone who would remember him and share some stories with me about him. He won six battle stars, served four years with the 1st armored division, 3 were overseas during WWII. The battle stars were most notable of which were Kasserine Pass and the Beachhead of Anzio. He was also a 32nd degree Mason. If anyone remembers him would you please e- mail me? thank you, Susan Scharf ,daughter
Keywords: sergeant ben
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| Current Message 33 - September 9, 2004 |
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Entry: 45722
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COL FRANCIS ' RED' COOPER |
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Lou Walter wrote on 2004-09-09 21:08:09.0
Comments: I am a friend Of Jeanne Cooper. Her late father was Col Francis Cooper USMC who served with the amphibs in WWII and Korea. She is interested in knowing more about his career. Was Col Cooper in the 1st Armored Amphib or did anyone serve with him?
LP Walter Lt Col USAF, Ret
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| Current Message 34 - August 2, 2004 |
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Entry: 44962
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'A' CO |
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Bob Reicker wrote on 2004-08-02 22:03:11.0
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| Current Message 35 - July 31, 2004 |
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Entry: 44919
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Looking for mates |
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Kenneth Shipton wrote on 2004-07-31 21:55:22.0
Comments: Like to hear from any one who remembers me.
Keywords: Serve in Korea Sept 50 to Nov 51 Charlie co 1st amtracs
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| Current Message 36 - July 31, 2004 |
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Entry: 44906
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Supply Clerk, H&S Co. 53-55 |
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George Costas wrote on 2004-07-31 11:38:53.0
Comments: I do not recall much of my adventure with this unit. 1stArmAmphBn (LVTA-5)
Keywords: Kimpo. Tonji. Han/Imjin Rivers
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| Current Message 37 - July 13, 2004 |
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Entry: 44461
1st Armored Amphibian Bn |
Hq 1STRMaMPHN |
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vincent king wrote on 2004-07-13 19:10:55.0
Comments: OLD FRIENDS STILL LOOKING, SWANSON,KELSKEY,NICK CUMMINGS FOR CONNERSVILLE,IN WELSH FOR NC ONEIL FOR MAIN HOBOKE FOR CT SULLIVAN PLAYED THE BUGLE SMITTY THE CORPSMAN BOB SMITH FOR SPATRA,TENN PRUITTHE GUY THE THE GOLD TOOTH.
Keywords: I WOULD LIKE TO GO TO A REUNION
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| Current Message 38 - July 6, 2004 |
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Entry: 44296
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Bco.Ist Arm Amtrak 54-55 |
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Warner Exelby wrote on 2004-07-06 13:14:27.0
Comments: I arrived at B co.as a infintry Cpl.summer of 54. Co. C.O. was Capt.Gordy.I had never even seen a LVTA-5 before.I was sent to new rifle range as range coach Dec,Jan,Feb. than back to B co.as a gunner when we were moved to New Mexico position. The Bn. shipped stateside with Div. but B co. sent T.A.D.to 3 rd.Div. at Camp McGill near Yokosuka,Japan. Promoted to Sgt,I worked as TC in 3rd Plt. [Tk.#32]and as Plt.Sgt. We seemed to have run out of Staff Sgts, there were 4 "buck" sgt.s in the Co.We rejoined 1st. plt in Okanawa to shoot and break in a large bunch of replacements. I was then sent state side to be an instructer [A-5s] at Del Mar. I remember my friend from St Lewis, Sgt Hipphoff was sent to Okanowa with 1 st. Plt. Company CO was Lawrence,a Plt leader Lt.Kirsh, gunny was TSgt Dosh. Of the 4 sgt.s were Lumbra, Smith,Wetterholt, and myself.I remember getting a new 2nd Lt. platoon leader one rainy day while we were doing PM. The turret hatch opened and two muddy boots stepped onto my clean gun. After a few choice words the brass bars came into view and he said "Sgt ,can I have a few words with you out side." He appologised for getting mud on my gun but said he couldn,t have me speak to him like that. We got along fine later. I remember one of the tractors sinking in the bay, the TC was Cpl. Fisher, I don,t recall any big deal being made about it, nor getting it back to shore. I was discharged April 1956 at the school in Del Mar,Ca.
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| Current Message 39 - April 7, 2004 |
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Eric Ownby wrote on 2004-04-07 14:19:00.0
Comments: I have searched for information on my grandfather Jon F. Thole. He served in Korea '51-'52. I know very little about his marine experience and would love to hear about it from someone he served with.
Thanks,
Eric Ownby
Keywords: USMC, Korea, John Thole, Thole
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| Current Message 40 - March 13, 2004 |
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Edwin Farmer wrote on 2004-03-13 20:43:17.0
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| Current Message 41 - March 12, 2004 |
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Brian O'Reilly wrote on 2004-03-12 16:09:20.0
Comments: I am looking to contact Ross Cobb who was riding in the back of a truck I slid off into a rice paddy.
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| Current Message 42 - August 6, 2003 |
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Entry: 36082
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Brian O'Reilly wrote on 2003-08-06 07:49:56.0
Comments: In my first message I put down 14 th draft when I was in the 18th draft, coming over on the General William Wiegel, arriving in Inchon on April 8, 1952. Some of the men I was with were: Keith Perry, Fellows, Hecker, Golden, Lt. Brink, Captasin Harney, Lt. Marhargue, Sgt Dan O'Leary, Sorg, Robert Coakley,( who lost his hands on a mis-fire), Cobe, Hamby, DeLong, (who died in an accidental shooting), Zinn, Zayer, Olman, Corpsman Sabol, Good, Kramer, Crow, Bogerem, and Bob Huttle. I went through some old letters to jog my memory.
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| Current Message 43 - August 3, 2003 |
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Entry: 36030
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Brian O'Reilly wrote on 2003-08-03 18:23:43.0
Comments: Maintenance, 3c retriever. Later, Motor Pool. Delivered mail, water, stuff to platoons. 14th draft Served with: Sgt. D. O'Leary, Hayes, Crabtree, Leathers, Smitty, Sgt Fike, Cobb, Lt. Col. H.W. Lawrence, CO, Maj. Parker, etc.
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| Current Message 44 - July 28, 2003 |
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Entry: 35904
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Kay Krewson wrote on 2003-07-28 19:07:01.0
Comments: I am researching a book about Marilyn Monroe and am hoping to track-down and interview some of the soldiers who attended one or more of the 10 USO shows she did in February 1954. Please contact me at kay.k@comcast.com if you or anyone you know would be willing to be interviewed.
Keywords: Taegu Air Force Base, Munsan-Ni,1st Marine,Army 45th Division, Army 7th Division, possibly others
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| Current Message 45 - June 27, 2003 |
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Entry: 35128
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Dave Spalding wrote on 2003-06-27 22:19:05.0
Comments: Gentlemen, I am trying to piece my Dad's history together, I've sent for his records, but the gov't isn't much help. His name is Harold(Harry) V. Spalding. He was in Korea ca 1951 - ?. I have some pics of him by an LVTA4 and he sometimes talked about sending mortor rounds (Imjin River?) at the N. Koreans. If anyone knows of him - please send info. If not, maybe I can nail down a unit or division. How many different AMTANK units were there? Thanks, Dave Spalding US Army Vet
Keywords: AMTANK, LVTA4
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| Current Message 46 - June 14, 2003 |
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jose vigil wrote on 2003-06-14 20:55:47.0
Comments: Its been a long,long time.
Keywords: "KEY RING ABLE BLUE 2"
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| Current Message 47 - May 22, 2003 |
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Entry: 34335
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Ronald Shankland wrote on 2003-05-22 22:23:10.0
Comments: My first duty was as a forward observer on a hill overlooking the junction of the Han and Imjim rivers. There were four of us at that position. Timeframe was late 1954, probably around December. I remember names like LTC Stoll, MAJ Bray, 1LT Secrest (Fire Direction Control Officer), SGT Glenn Seymour, SGT Ulrich, MSG Weaver, TSG Reynolds, Les Wright, William Piscatelli, and Joe Psycho who used to drum on *everything*. Would love to hear from others that were there at around the same time. I remember we backloaded out of Inchon on 4 LSTs in convoy and it took over 30 days. One of the LSTs kept having steering difficulties and it would leave the formation frequently. We traded the Navy cooks C-Rations for fresh butter and jam and made sandwiches out of a whole loaf of freshly baked bread.
Keywords: clawhammer, forward observer, Kimpo, Imjin, Han
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| Current Message 48 - August 25, 2002 |
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Entry: 27817
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memories |
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albert gonzales wrote on 2002-08-25 00:43:39.0
Comments: served in korea from Aug 51 to Aug 52,12th replac.draft,been back to korea 2 times on military reunions,you wouldnt reconize the country,major turnpike now runs right up to the Han& Imjinn Rivers,would like to hear from anybody who served in the unit.visted the amtrac musuem in camp delmar,they have an A1A model in their,brought memories al gonzales-sgt.
Keywords: Kimpo Penn.Han-Imjinn Rivers Tongjin Kangwa Do Isle.
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| Current Message 49 - July 7, 2002 |
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Entry: 26815
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John (Dutch) De Vries wrote on 2002-07-07 22:56:46.0
Comments: Anyone knowing anything about Dave Kelly (Kelley) from Ft. Dodge, Iowa who had both of his hands blown off near the Inchon river circa 1951-1952, please share that information with me. Thank you.
John (Dutch) De Vries.
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| Current Message 50 - May 29, 2002 |
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Entry: 25866
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Herbert Lelansky wrote on 2002-05-29 08:57:50.0
Comments: Would like to hear from members same time frame
Keywords: 1952-1953
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| Current Message 51 - May 5, 2002 |
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'A' COMPANY AND TANK PLATOON, 1ST ARMOREDAMPHIBBAT KIMPO PENINSULA |
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Marvin Gosseye wrote on 2002-05-05 17:35:09.0
Comments: Served in the U.S. Navy Sept.1949 to Nov. 1954. Transfered to Fleet Marine Force Pacific in April 1952.Went to Korea via Japan in June 1952. Stationed with "A" company 1st Armoredamphibs(HM3) and the Tank Platoon until Feb.1953, then sent to "D" Med until rotated home. Also served with the 2nd Division at Camp Lejune,NC.
Keywords: Camp DelMar, Camp Plendleton,MSTS Gen. M.C. Meiggs, Kimpo Peninsula, " D" Med, MSTS Gen. Nelson Walker, Camp Lejune
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| Current Message 52 - November 30, 2001 |
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Entry: 21115
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Richard (Dick) Muhleck wrote on 2001-11-30 20:35:29.0
Comments: Camp Pendleton,Ca,Camp McGill, Japan,Inchon,Korea,Tongjin,Korea,Soridong Raid,Han River
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| Current Message 53 - October 23, 2001 |
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Entry: 20110
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Marty Bolhower wrote on 2001-10-23 23:54:06.0
Comments: I'm Interested in contacting anyone from my tractor or unit.
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| Current Message 54 - September 6, 2001 |
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Looking for Info. Harry Spalding? |
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Dave Spalding wrote on 2001-09-06 20:20:03.0
Comments: Looking for names/info for Harold V. Spalding. I'm trying to find a little info about my dad's service. I think he was in on the Inchon landing (amphib). He talked alot about LST's and AMTRACKS when I was a kid.He had a model of a LVTA4. I think he made it to SSG or maybe Gunney. Thanks
Keywords: LVTA, AMTANK, AMTRACK, Harry Spalding, AMPHIB
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| Current Message 55 - August 22, 2001 |
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Entry: 18882
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Baker-1st Armored Amph |
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Mike Sheehan wrote on 2001-08-22 17:35:26.0
Comments: Hello to all former Armored Amphibs
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| Current Message 56 - August 5, 2001 |
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Entry: 18476
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HQ Co. 1sr Armd Amphib Bn 52-53 |
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Harold McKinney wrote on 2001-08-05 07:22:49.0
Comments: Was with 1st Armored from May 1952 to June 1953. Fired from Able Red and White and Baker Red, if I remember correctly. Enjoyed the exciting times we all experienced. Would be happy to hear from any who shared those times.
Keywords: Served first as Headquarters platoon leader, filling positons of A and B co platoons rotating out for training---later as Bn S-4 (Logistics) officer. Served with Bobby Dukes, Jack Rowley, Don Navorska, Doc Seibert, Col Hank Lawrence, Col O'Neal, Gunny Ameral, MSgt Doakes, Sgt Workman, PFC Sullivan, Maj Heidrich and many more!
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| Current Message 57 - August 1, 2001 |
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Betsee (Stone) Davis wrote on 2001-08-01 17:05:36.0
Comments: This is about my father. He was in the First Amphibian Tractor Bn., First Marine Division, Fleet Marine Force. I have found a picture that was taken of his batalion in New River, NC. My father died in 1993 and I miss him very much. He was very proud to be a Marine. He did not talk much about the war to us and I know little of my father as a Marine. He retired in 1958. If any one remembers anything about this photo or my father please let me know. I go through is things often and try to understand him more and more. You never really know any one until they are gone.
Thank you,
Betsee Stone Davis
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| Current Message 58 - July 12, 2001 |
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Entry: 17939
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Who knew Harry Nelson |
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NEIL NELSON wrote on 2001-07-12 14:35:30.0
Comments: He never talked about his experiences in Korea. It wasn't until after he passed away that I learned of the engagements he was in. I'd like to hear from anyone who knew my Dad and hear what his shipmates and frriends thought of him, both good and bad. I retired from the USN last year and spent my first 5 years with the FMF and was taught discipline and pride the right way! I enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you for your time.
Keywords: CPL or SGT Harry M. Nelson "Swede", Inchon landing and the relief of Seoul. Was in Japan either prior to or just after Korean conflict. Had a Japanese girlfriend named Michiko. Mentioned a Marine named Thole or "T-hole". He left the USMC in the late 1950's and returned to Provincetown, MA.
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| Current Message 59 - February 24, 2001 |
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Entry: 15186
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elliot chassey wrote on 2001-02-24 10:02:59.0
Comments: fo,kimpo,penns. han and imjin river usmc 1952 hill 816
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| Current Message 60 - February 22, 2001 |
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Entry: 15158
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Walter Grant wrote on 2001-02-22 14:04:28.0
Comments: I was in Able Company from June 1952 to June 1952. Spent most of my time in the Fire Direction Center, but at one time or another was platoon leader of 1st, 2nd and 3rd platoons.
Best wishes to all of you.
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| Current Message 61 - February 20, 2001 |
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Entry: 15116
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scott hovey wrote on 2001-02-20 15:09:25.0
Comments: this is for my dad,he was in korea with that unit,i know in 53.he mentioned some places like poson,han river,kimpo,thats all i remember.his name is del hovey,i think he left there as a sgt.if you remember him e-mail me and i will pass it on.
Keywords: 53-? baker co 1st armored amphibians bn.
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| Current Message 62 - February 11, 2001 |
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Entry: 14915
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I served with the 1st Armored Amphib In Koea in 1951 |
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Harry Thomas wrote on 2001-02-11 11:13:32.0
Comments: 1ST ARMORED AMPHIBIAN 1ST MARINE DIV.
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| Current Message 63 - August 19, 2000 |
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1ST.ARM'D ANPH'D BN. B.CO. 3RD PLT |
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George Scharton wrote on 2000-08-19 02:42:23.0
Comments: Did any one become kia-mia during 51/52
Keywords: Looking for any of the men I served with, in the 3rd plt. Especially when we received about 150 rnds. of 120mm in a hour. That was when that Army 8 incher moved in behind us
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| Current Message 64 - August 16, 2000 |
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Entry: 11068
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Former Member Of First Armored Amtrac Battl. 1950-51 |
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Jim Sullivan wrote on 2000-08-16 20:22:01.0
Comments: Hopefully We Reach Some Former Members of 1AAM 1950-51.
Keywords: Nickname:Sully Battles:Inchon,Seoul,Soredoung Hill Numbers:None Units:First Armored Amtrac Battl. A Cop. 1950-51 Personal Friends:John Callinan, Angel A. Asias Ships:S.S. Miggis, Fort Marion, LSD:22, LST:33,LT. Buoen Aircraft:None
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| Current Message 65 - July 21, 2000 |
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Entry: 10521
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Jim Sullivan wrote on 2000-07-21 19:43:38.0
Comments: 1ST ARMORED AM-TRACK
Keywords: 1950-51 1st AAM
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| Current Message 66 - May 31, 2000 |
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PAUL F. Smith wrote on 2000-05-31 22:57:14.0
Comments: I am looking for information about a buddy PFC Cave from Pueblo Colorado.And any other marines from my unit that were in Baker Co. 1st Amored Amphibian Tractor Battalion from late May 1954 to 1955, From there we went to Yokoska Japan and a platoon of us went to Okinawa then back to Japan to go stateside
Keywords: PFC CAVE (Pueblo Colorado)
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| Current Message 67 - May 29, 2000 |
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NAME OF CITY ON HAHN &IMJIN RIVER . I THINK IT WAS TONJIN. |
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GEORGE COSTAS wrote on 2000-05-29 07:56:13.0
Comments: I WOULD BE INTERESTED IN GETTING A MAP OF THE AREA, IT WAS ON THE KIMPO PENN. 20 MILES NORTH OF K-14
Keywords: KANSAS LINE
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| Current Message 68 - May 7, 2000 |
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Jim (Doc) Wagner wrote on 2000-05-07 11:00:42.0
Comments: I was the Navy Corpsman with the armoured amphib btln B Company on Kimpo Peninsula 53-54 looking for any and all friends I served with, you called Me Doc
Keywords: 1st armored amphib btln fmf Kimpo Peninsula
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| Current Message 69 - April 3, 2000 |
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WILLIAM G. (BILL) Webster wrote on 2000-04-03 13:44:37.0
Comments: I was with the 1st Arm Amphib Bn. serving as a Navy Hospital Corpsman. Was on the Kimpo Peninsula from Dec.52 - Feb 54
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| Current Message 70 - March 11, 2000 |
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Entry: 7425
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george scharton wrote on 2000-03-11 16:04:26.0
Comments: looking for info on a unit diary. also anyone who was the with me.... i was your cook. would loike the date we received thoses 149 rounds in one hour,etc.
Keywords: 1st.armd.amphd.bn. b.co.3rd plt 1951&52 kimpo pininsula. near tong-ji
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| Current Message 71 - January 20, 2000 |
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Entry: 6322
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Jim Douglas wrote on 2000-01-20 10:12:22.0
Comments: B CO 1ST ARMD AMPHIBS, 1S MARINE DIVISION
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| Current Message 72 - November 20, 1998 |
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Entry: 355
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HOSPITALMAN (HM2) 1950 - 1954 |
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MARION W. COLE wrote on 1998-11-20 00:00:00.0
Comments: SERVED WITH 1ST MARINE DIVISION AS NAVY HOSPITALMAN (HM2) 1950 - 1954 LOOKING FOR MEMBERS OF 1ST ARM. AMPHIBS ON KIMPO PENINSULA
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| Current Message 73 - November 20, 1998 |
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LOHRKE ARMSTRONG wrote on 1998-11-20 00:00:00.0
Comments: 1ST PROV. MARINE BRIGADE, 1ST ARMORED AMTRAC BN, A CO 2ND PLT FIRST TRIP. 19 REPLACEMENT 2ND TRIP, RETIRED 1APRIL70 MSGT
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More from Ken Tettleton
On Fri, 19 Mar 1999
Kenneth Tettleton Email address wrote:
We have contacted a lot of guys we were in Korea with. we have a
reunion once a year.
we were with the 1st amphibian tractor battalion...FMF. I was with 'B'
Co. I was in Korea from 1951 - 1953 on the Imjin & Han Rivers.
I help break up the ice at the Spoonbill bridge at the end of 1952. If
this rings a bell with anyone please contact me. Our reunions are very
casual, we organize them ourselves & one of our members host it each yr.
We have contacted over 100 guys since we started about 6 yrs. ago. We
average about 70 people including wives.
You can contact:
Kenneth Tettleton... ktettle242@aol.com or 972-279-4479
Lloyd Bennett.........mocus@i55.com
Bud Nelson............banbud@thestate.infi.net
looking forward to hearing from you,
Kenneth
Contact wanted
On Wed, 04 Feb 1998
robert masterson Email address wrote:
My Brother served as a foreward observer with the 1st Armed Amphib.
Battalion at Kimpo Penninsula. He served during nineteen fifty one and
fifty two.
Can you help me to any information on the web about that outfit during
that time period or any history of The 1ST Armed Amphibious Battalion
in the Korean War?
My Brother is a very proud Veteran and he is becomming active in
preserving the memory of the Marines in Korea. I will greatly appreciate
any help that you can give to me.
I am truly yours,
Jay Robert Masterson jmaster22@worldnet.att.net
Reunions
Date: 3/18/99
From: Rev. John W. Coates Email address
My name is Rev. John W. Coates originally from Norristown, PA, though I
live in Delaware now. I read your info on the Korean War Vets Home
Page.
So decided to try to write. Perhaps this could be on the home page as a
message.
I started with the 1st Armored BTN when it formed on the West Coast at
Camp Delmar. I was in the Service Company the first few months. Then
went to Korea with Service Company and was in the First Amored Amtrak in
1950. The second time, when we went back to relieve B Company in April
1951, I was a gunner with A/5 in A Company. Captain Guy was our Company
Commander. Lieutenent Petty was the Adj. When we were in Korea with the
1st Armored we were FMF 1st Marine Division. When we were in Japan we
were the Pacific Pac.
I served COG 1 year, after serving 3 years before the war started. I
went home in the 7th draft
in 1951.
I have found a book called Across the Reef about the Armored Amphibs in
the different wars which focuses somewhat on the Korean operation as
part of the book. The author's name is Victor Croizat. He published
it in 1989. The original publisher was Blandford Publishers, though it
is distributed by Sterling Publishers, 2 Park Ave, NY, Ny 10002. Mr
Croizat's address, the last time I had contact with him, was 217 - 21st
Street, Santa Monica, CA 90402.
Len Meiners, a Marine from St. Louis Missouri, has tried to do reunions
with the 1st Armored Amphibs. You can contact him, if you wish, and
give him your address. His address is:
8 Sunderland Court
St. Charles, MO 63303
Phone 314 928 0837
Fax 314 821 6530
We are not aware of his having an e-mail address.
As I said, I live in Delaware now. You can reach me at the following
address:
Rev. John W. Coates
31 South Cleveland Avenue
Wilmington, DE. 19805
Phone 302-421-9046
Fax 302-658-3335
E-mail coatesj1@juno.com
A Company and Corpsmen
On Tue, 19 Aug 1997
Marion W. Cole Email address wrote:
6819 glenoak lane
Amarillo, TX 79109
A Company 1st ArmAmphibBn / Corpsmen in 1st ArmAmphib Bn Aid Station.
Served with 1st marine division as navy hospitalman (hm2) 1950 - 1954
looking for members of 1st arm. amphibs on Kimpo Peninsula.
I was origianlly attached to the 1st Armored Amphibian Batt., Kimpo
Pennisula - Kimpo Provisional Regiment, which included a British Unit, a
Turk unit, a Korean Marine Corps Unit, and a bunch of others I just
cannot remember.
I was in Able Company and later went back to Regt. to the Aid Station.
Then on to Dog med for awhile and then back to the states. Spent the
rest of my tour at Camp Pendleton as an FMF Transit Barracks Master at
Arms.
Great final duty. 1 Draft going to Korea overnight once a month and 1
draft coming back from Korea overnight. Had a jeep and driver and a lot
of time to loaf.
More from Marion Jim Douglas
I would like to pass on the name of Jim Douglas, FMF, HM2 who was with
Baker Company 1st ArmAmphibBn and then later, went back to Division to
H&S Company as Division Pharmacist.
His E-mail address is jdoug4@juno.com -
More
Also I have contact with another Former Corpsman who was with 1st
ArmAmphibBn and I relieved him. He does not have an E-Mail address.
Jim Webster
2404 Pin Oak Rd
Muskogee, OK 74401-8243.
F/O
On Wed, 04 Feb 1998
robert masterson Email address wrote:
5412 Wesr Oaks Drive
Fyguay Varina, NC 27523
My Brother served as a foreward observer with the 1st Armed Amphib.
Battalion at Kimpo Penninsula. He served during nineteen fifty one and
fifty two.
Can you help me to any information on the web about that outfit during
that time period or any history of The 1ST Armed Amphibious Battalion in
the Korean War?
My Brother is a very proud Veteran and he is becomming active in pre-
serving the memory of the Marines in Korea. I will greatly appreciate
any help that you can give to me.
I am truly yours,
Jay Robert Masterson
jmaster22@worldnet.att.net
A CO
On Fri, 10 Jul 1998
WhiteHawk Email address wrote:
Sir,
My name is Dennis White and I am the nephew of Adron E. Jenkins,
First Amphibian Tractor Bn., Co. "A" , First Marine Division, F.M.F.
My uncle has ask me to see if I could locate anyone from his old
battalion. You are the first contact I have found that might be able to
assist in this search. If you would be so kind as to supply me with
any information of suggestions on how to locate any surviving members of
my uncle's old battalion we would be very appreciative. If you can
assist in any way, then please send information to the following
E-mail address:
Ayastigi@email.msn.com
OR
DennisW_tsp@email.msn.com
With Great Respect and Honor,
Dennis L. White
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