D-2-5 George F. Fitzpatrick KIA 1-31-53

Comments: I am looking for buddies of my Cousin PFC George Francis Fitzpatrick, KIA 1-31-53, Navy Cross. Georgie was from Brooklyn NY. He died when I was a toddler and I am interested in rememberances of him and his final action.

Keywords: Did you know George Fitzpatrick?

E Co

Comments: E-2-5 FIRST MARINE DIVISION

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E/2/5

Comments: E-2-5 FIRST MARINE DIVISION

Keywords: Served from Feb. 1953 to Sept. 1954 in Korea in E-2-5 Unit

greetings

Comments: Nov 2000 Dear Sirs,

Birthday greetings for your 225th anniversary. I do not know if the occasion will be as elaborate as fireworks at your home, or merely a raised glass, but I hope the day finds you happy and healthy. Please excuse my reliance on a much better writer than myself, but I was thinking of Lincoln’s dedication at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania when he says that the brave men, living and dead, have consecrated the field far above our poor power to add or detract. I too feel inadequate expressing my gratitude and admiration for those engaged above the 38th parallel, this autumn, fifty years ago. And beggar that I am, I am even poor in thanks, but I thank you. I wish my friend, Charlie Durant (F/2/5) and his lovely wife, Barb were still with us but I wanted to remember their generosity and his participation. Although Charlie never said anything to me about Korea; I can’t help but think if I had asked, he would have paused from enjoying his strawberry daiquai and said something like, “It was damn cold”, and probably left it at that. I remain - Your humble servant, Rob Radoslovich P O Box 72 Chadds Ford, Pa 19317

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LOOKINF FOR CPL TOM WEIBE D-2-5 KOREA FEB 51 TO SEPT 1951, FROM AUSTIN TEXAS

Comments: D-2-5, IST MARINE DIVISION

Keywords: Punch Bowl Hill 907

D/2/5

Comments: D-2-5 1ST MARINE DIVITION

Keywords: in korea 1951 1952

e/2/5 1st.mar.div.

Comments: I would like to old buddies who served in korea 7/51-5/52

Keywords: hill812 lukes castale jim lewis lechner,conners,porter j.connett e.day 9-18-51

Dog Co. 2/5

Comments: Semper Fi Marines! I saw these names on the BB and as a former member of D/2/5 in Korea I had to respond. I arrived during Operation Killer, was assigned to lst Sqd, 2d plt, under Sgt. James Renshaw. Red bearded Capt. Smith was the CO Cdr, Gy Sgt Fristock was the Comp. Gunny (KIA-7Jun51; Navy Cross ),( my Plt Sgt was named Bauer (I think).There was also a Sgt Beeson We had several small firefights until 22 April when the brown hit the fan on the 2d Chinese Offensive, then the race out of the trap, the return fight through Hwachon Resv, into Inje and the stand down on the Banks of the lovely Soyang-gang. Followed by the attacks into the Punchbowl, Hill 812, (Lukes Castle) the "first ever" heliocopter lift on #882, and 2nd Korean winter. The unending 6x6 ride shift to the West Coast and for me in Aril of '52, I was outtathere! Hope I have rung some bells? Hope to hear from anyone. My good friend Clifford D. Colby who went to Easy Co. when we got off the ship has told me about some great re-unions in E/2/5 and I am kinda envious we don't seem to have a D/2/5 reunion. Colby and I stayed pretty close after Korea, and spent two yrs at Mare Island, CA together. Both of us stayed in for career Marines. Have alson been in contact with Jack Kindig, (Silver Star) my old sqd ldr, and On my second tour in Vietnam, as Captain, I had the profound privilege of becoming the Co Cdr of Co. D., 5th Marines. The structural changes from three company battalions to four moved Co. D into the ist Bn, but what the hell, Co. D is still Dog Company to me.

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Looking for anybody in Fox Company

Comments: I am looking for anyone who was in F-2-5 1st Marine Division. Additionaly, I am interested in any information about the where abouts of any 3rd section machine gunner's in Fox Co. during the year 1952 during June, July and August. I was a squad leader during those months.

Keywords: The Punch Bowl, Hill 812, Eastern Front, Pan Moon Jom,

Fast Eddie F/2/5 3rd Plattoon

Comments: Looking for any old friends that I served with. I seved in Korea from 1952 to 1954. I was known to some as Fast Eddie. Please E-mail any infomation.

Keywords: Fast Eddie, 1952-1954,

F/2/5

Comments: F 2/5 50-51 I 3/5 52-53 1ST MARDIV

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LOOKING FOR MAS14/K6 BASE

Comments: LOOKING FOR VETERANS WHO SAILED TO KOREA OUT OF SAN DIEGO AND RETURNED ON THE SHIP, GENERAL BLATCHFORD. MY DAD WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANY AND ALL TO SHARE MEMORIES. MAS 14/K6 BASE. PLEASE E-MAIL HIM AT BRAT5703@AOL.COM

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hill 812 the rock

Comments: hill 812 the rock

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Looking for Info Cpl Harold L. Reisman

Comments: Looking for anyone who served with my brother Cpl Harold L. Reisman, E Co. 2nd Batt, 5th Marine Reg. lst Marine Div, in Korea. My brother is deceased. Would like information regarding service in Korea, i.e. Battles etc. Iam a former Marine Corps, Sgt. Served 1958/1964. Thank you. Roger W. Reisman 403 Stowell Dr. Rochester, N.Y. 14616 (716) 225-2152

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D-2-5 May 51 to Jan 52

Comments: While in Korea I was assigned to DSog Co., then to 2nd Battalion Aid Station and finally to C-Medical Hospital. I was in Korea from May 1951 to Jan. 1952. Went to Korea and also returned from Korea on board the USNA Gen. Wm. Weigel.

Keywords: Nickname "MACK", Served first in Dog Co., 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Div.

Cpl. Lloyd F/2/5

Comments: Dad "Woody" from central IL served in Korea in 52-53. 1st Marine Div, 5th Reg, 5th Bn, Fox Company, 1st Plattoon, 1st Section Machine Gun. Would be interested in hearing from anyone who may haved served with him. Dad has pictures including a "Richard" and "Scottie". Thank you. DWood61@aol.com

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LOOKING FOR OLD FRIENDS F/2/5

Comments: I FOUND THIS SITE QUITE INTERESTING. THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE SERVED IN THE WAR (S). GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU WELL.

THIS IS A RESEARCH FOR MY UNCLE MARVIN KADAKE FROM KAKE ALASKA. HE CAN BE CONTACTED AT: MARVIN A. KADAKE P.O.BOX 193 KAKE,ALASKA.99830 PHONE # (907)-785-3404

Keywords: MARVIN A. KADAKE,MY UNCLE IS LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO REMEMBERS HIM. HE IS DOING FINE AND LIVING IN KAKE ALASKA. HE WAS AT PEMENJON (?) I THINK THAT IS HOW YOU SPELL IT. WHEN THEY SIGNED THE TRUCE. HE WAS THE LAST ONE TO GET THREE PRISONERS BEFORE THAT. HE IS LOOKING FOR OLD FRIENDS AND WANTS TO MAE CONTACT WITH ANYONE WHO MIGHT REMEMBER HIM.

Easy Company - Joseph H. Kreuz - Pusan to Chosin

Comments: i was stationed at barbers point,oahu-i made friends with don gordon,james molnar, pete kapesis, capt kirby-smith was in command i played football there for the base met alot of friends there after korea i went to indianhead,md then to parris island as a drill instructor was discharged 11-7-52 if you remember drop me a line i will be glad to correspond with you

Keywords: korea- pusan-kempo airfield-seoul-inchon-chosin-wounded 11-28-50 i was in the long caravan back to saftey capt sam jaskilka was the leader- s/sgt russ bogmainero was the platoon sgt i was a barman in korea wounded at the chosin and i am still cold

Wpns/2/5

Comments: I am trying to find an old foxhole buddy by the name of Eulas Crockett. Originally from Jamestown, TN. I heard he might be in Indiana but have had no luck in finding him. Any help out there would be appreciated.

Keywords: Korea: Jan. 1951, evacuated to Yokuska Naval Hosp. Oct. 1951

D/2/5 H&S KOREA 1950 1ST PROVISIONAL BRIGADE

Comments: My name is Mal Lyons. I was in the U.S. Marine Corps 1948 - 1951 I was in platoon 77 p.I. May 3,1948. Went to China 1948 till 1949 Able Company 3rd Marines Machine Gunner. Left China 1949 to Camp Pendelton California. I was in D/2/5 H&S 2/5 I went to Korea with the 1st Marine Provisional Brigade 1950. I was in Pusan, Inchon, Seoul I was wounded in action September 21, 1950 at Seoul. I was sent back to the States. I would like to hear from anyone I served with or who knew me. Thank You and God Bless. Semper Fi

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D/2/5 Oct 51 - Apr 52

Comments: DOG CO 2ND BAT 5TH REG 1ST MARINE DIVITION

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E/2/5 Sgt. James J. Connett

Comments: My name is George Day. I am intrested in making contact with any one who would have served with my father (Ed) Edgar A.Day Co.E. 2ndBn 5th Mar. 1st Mar. Div. 1950 to 11/51. Any help locating Sgt. James J. Connett would help alot. Any info on assualt on hill 812 "The Rock" in September 18th - 21st, 1951?

Keywords: (Ed Day) Co.E. 2nd Bn 5th Mar. 1st Mar Div., Hill 812, Robert W. Conway,Lewis Lechner, Tiechman and Porter. Sgt. James J. Connett.

FMF Corpsman 1952-1953

Comments: Compiling a history of the battles and looking for Marines and Corpsmen that were in Easy Company or in the attacks and counter-attacks from other units.

I need your memory of the conflict. Please e-mail anything you have regardless of the length or completeness of the account.

Herb Renner, Master Chief, USN, Retired. (This entry made 14 April 2000)

Keywords: In the battles of the Nevada Hills (Reno, Carson and Vegas)about March '53 as a Corpsman with Easy Company.

I'd like to know anything

Comments: I would like to know anything about Robert Stevenson, I am his grand son and I don't really know anything about him and what he was like or did in the war. Thank you.

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an admirer

Comments: hello gentleman, I was looking for information on the Korean War and was directed here, I hope I am not a nuisance. I read a little about the war and all Marines have been taught about the brave men who fought a war that our nation swept under the rug. I would like to send out my thanks and that of all young Marines, to all of you vetrans who set the example for all the rest of us to follow. My uncle was also in Korea, but im afraid I do not know with what unit. I hope to never have to go into combat, but if our Corps is once again called to help the country, I can only hope to answer it half as well as you men did. Again thank you for making all of us proud to wear the eagle, globe and anchor. semper fi

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Jack Williams-Marine-lost at Chosin

Comments: looking for information on my uncle, Jack Williams, who was killed at Chosin. I am doing this for a family history project. Any information or personal stories would be appreciated.

I believe he was in Capt. Sam Jaskilka's Easy/5, in 1st Platoon under Staff Sargent Russ Borgomainero. I got this info from the book Chosin by Eric Hammel, I have not been able to verify if it is correct.

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LOOKING FOR D-2-5 MARINES 1951 &1952

Comments: Dog Company-2nd Battalion,5th Marine Regiment,1st Division Bunkerhill,Punchbowl,Heartbreak Ridge-Machine Gunner-1951&1952

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Charlie Co - C2-5

Comments: My memory of any names of friends is gone due to shock treatments received but if anyone who was there from Aug '50 through Dec '50 remembers the "Skinny Guinny", John Cangemi from Staten Island, Parris Island, Summer of '48, I would love to hear from you.

Keywords: Pusan with brigade - Inchon invasion - Kimpo Air Field - Seoul - to Chosin - ambulance driver

D/2/5

Comments: I am serching, for my father,Charles Beeson, anyone who may remember him and served with him. My father tells many stories of his time in Korea, especially his time around a place he refers to as "Lukes Castle." Must have been one unbelievable time. I am proud that my father served, and was able to come home. I can remember as a young girl seeing a brightly colored red rash on my father's back, and very dry- peeling feet...he used to tell me that he got "the jungle rot while in Korea." Anyway, my point of this letter is to find anyone who may remember him.

My father, Charles R. Beeson, would like for me to try and locate a man by the name Ivan Beeson. Ivan Beeson served with my dad in D/2/5. My father says that Ivan was shipped out of Korea before him. Also, dad says that this Ivan Beeson, he believes, is from Washington State. If you are out there Ivan, please let me know, so that I may let my dad know!

Just email me,then I will be in touch with dad... he still hasnt gotten a computer! Gdabout@aol.com

Keywords: My father was with D/2/5. He began his duty in Korea with the Push out of Pusan. His time in Korea was from Feb. 1951 to Oct. 1951 and Feb.7,1952 until Feb. 18, 1952. He ended his time in Korea with the machine gun unit.

E/2/5 52-53

Comments: Looking for any info of old friends for my father and any info for myself because my father does not like to talk about it. Need to know what he went through while he was over in Korea. So if anyone can point me in the right direction with actual accounts of these particular battles or where to look I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you Brian Skelton

Keywords: Father Donald T.Skelton "Skelly" was in the 1st Marines 5th Regiment Engineers. Fought on Reno,Vegas,Carson and Bunker Hills.

23-1/2 draft that flew to korea

Comments: Would like to hear from anybody that flew to korea in 8-18-52 and was called the 23-1/2 draft.

aepearce@flash.net

Keywords: I was a machine-gunner from 8-52 to 8-53 knew a harris from mo. al from n.o. la. Would like to hear from a C.J. HICKMEN FROM FREEHOLD N.J.

ghant brothers

Comments: i am looking for those who may have served with my father In D/2/5 USMC from 1950-52. Inchon to Chosen or my uncle (Roland Ghant) who was hit at Lukes Castle. My father desire to hear from those who may have been with him at outpost Nellie (?).

He has already responded with a Mr.Nixon whose brother was KIA/MIA 1952. I am the son of a D/2/5 marine and former marine myself and am proud of the sacrifices my father and all marines made in Korea. Semper Fi.

Bill Ghant former Sgt. USMC

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F/2/5 Jan-Spt 51

Comments: Great work, guys!

I hope people are aware of the fact that you have been doing this for a number of years, pretty much at your own expense. Please use my name and association (KWVA DEPT OF FLORIDA) if you need an endorsement. I will send another donation shortly, either personal or from our organization.

Best wishes and SEMPER FI,

Fred Shear, President Dept. of Florida, KWVA

Keywords: I arrived Pohang 15 Jan '51. FTL Joe Covella, Asst BAR to Paul Horton (deceased). "Black Bart" Barton in command of Plt. As BAR took part in assault on Hill 555(?)or 666(?). My Asst. was Ken Gray (AK). Lt Lucian Vestal won Navy Cross, WIA & evac. Artly barrage called in to help hit 1st (?)& 2nd Plt. causing many casualties. Sgt Bill Walling took command for next few months. I fell off a cliff on May 31 and broke bones in both feet; evac to Japan till August. Rejoined plt as BAR in Aug. @ Inje. Lt Bob Roth took over plt. In assault on Hill 812. new replmt FTL Cpl Floyd Goodrich was KIA, my Asst BAR Ken Gray & I were WIA near summit, Gray by bullet (I saw exit his back ) and me by shrapnel apparently by NKPA 76mm piece. We were evacuated that day. Gray went to hospital ship, then home. I went to Charlie Med, then given light duty in 1st Service Bn. In case anyone is wondering, legendary "Sgt. Ski" (TWO Navy Crosses, Silver & Bronze Stars, several Purple Hearts) died in his sleep a couple of years ago. FYI, Fox Company holds annual reunions open to all former Foxes and attached units. CONTACT: Jim Graham, 8326 Hadley St. Overland Park KS 66212-2722. Phone is 913-648-1559. Come and meet "Rags" Ragland, Hugh Pruitt, Lt. Barton, Lt. Vestal, Lt. Ross and many others who were officers, NCOs and just plain "Mud Marines" (before we were "Grunts". The 5X7 B&W photo mentioned is free to anyone who was in the Plt. at that time. Come to the reunions and meet many of the "Old Corps" you served with.

F-2-5

Comments: I'm looking for who may have served with my father during the korean war. He went ashore in August of 1950 and was there till march of 52. He mentioned being at the Pussain Perimeter, Enchion, Souel, and the Chosin Resivior. His career lasted 20 years. He was also with the first marine division that went to Vietnam. He past away in August of 99. I would love to here fram anyone who may have known him.

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Pfc. Paul Tipton Baker

Comments: Looking for info: Pfc. Paul Tipton Baker, USMC, KIA 24 SEPTEMBER 1950

Pfc. Paul T. Baker - entered USMC from Chatanooga TN. Paul was killed tending my wounds on 24 September 1950. I would like to hear from any living relatives.

Keywords: Lee Schuff, Inchon Seoul, Yokosuka Naval Hospital, Camp Otsu Casual Co. Marine Phoenix, USS Cavalier, USS Mitchell

D-2-5 1st Mar Div, Pusan Aug Sep 1950 Inchon Landing Red Beach WIA 24 Sep 1950, Yokosuka Hosp Japan, Camp Otsu Japan, Punch Bowl, Korea

Robert E. Mettler - E/2/5 1952 - 1953

Comments: My father would like to hear from any men he served with in Easy co. between 7/52 and 7/53 E-mail him @ Mettlertx1@webtv.net

Keywords: E/2/5 Mettler, Robert E. 7/52-7/53

D/2/5 - ROBERT R. SYPNIEWSKI - KIA - 24 Sept. 1950

Comments: Trying to locate information on my brother, SGT Robert Raymond Sypniewski, 664090, 1st Marine Div, FMF, D-2-5, who was killed in action on 24 Sep 50. I cannot obtain any information from the Personnel Center other than a copy of a USMC Casualty Report. I would appreciate any info on his unit, the action he may have encountered and any known decoration he received. You help would be gratly appreciated. Sincerely, Carl T. Sypniewski.

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E-2-5 - John Lockard

Comments: keep up the good work

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E/2/5

Comments: I was in Korea 11/52 until 11/53. E/2/5.Anybody rember me? A rifle man and radio man.

== Editors note: see our Bookseller Area for Don's fine book on his experiences. ==

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E/2/5

Comments: Looking for anyone in Unit with J.D. Husley from Biloxi Mississippi

Keywords: 1st. Marines. 5th Regiment, 2nd Batt. 81 mortar attached to E Company at Hedy Hill in Korean Conflict 1952-1953

D/2/5 Chosin Few

Comments: I will always remember the dedication, heroism, hardships and self sacrifice, and, the esprit de corps that held us all together.

Keywords: Battles: 1950-1951, Defense of Pusan Perrimeter, Chosin Resevoir, Operation Killer, Operation Ripper

Looking for anyone knew Gil Keeler

Comments: My father served in Korea as a Sergeant. He died when I was 8. I have his war medals and pictures. I am looking for people who knew him, Gil Keeler. Since he died when I was very young, I didn't get a very good chance to get to know him. Hoping that someone out there knew him and could share any stories with me. Thank you.

Keywords: Pausan, Battle of Blood Ridge, Changjin reservoir, Hamhuag.

H/2/5

Comments: Wouldn't mind hearing from some old buddies who served in Korea. My dates are Feb.1951--Feb.1952

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Donald Ray Harless 2/5

Comments: My father Donald Ray Harless Sr.Some called him Tex was in the 2d brigade,5th Marines.He was wounded in action on Sept.23,1950 also,Harvey b.Owen,George Meyer and Guyten W. Garrett.My father is still alive and well living in P.A.I have the news paper write up from the Washington Star and the Western Union Telegram.I'm sure that dad would like to hear from some of his old buddies.If you want to contact him call or e-mail me.Donald R.Harless Jr.409 826-6996 dharless@swbell.net

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D-2-5

Comments: D-2-5 1ST MAR.DIV.

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Wpns

Comments: WEAPONS 2/5, FIRST MAR DIV

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PAUL ROBINS RHODES uncle D/2/5

Comments: I AM TRYING TO FIND INFORMATION ON MY UNCLE WHO WAS KILLED IN KOREA. HIS NAME IS PAUL ROBINS RHODES, HE WAS IN THE 1ST MARINE DIVISION. THATS ABOUT ALL I KNOW AT THIS TIME. I WENT TO THE NAME SEARCH PAGE AND ADDED A FEW THINGS TO HIS PAGE; LIKE PLACE OF BURIAL AND DECORATIONS, BUT I DONT THINK I DID SOMETHING RIGHT. IT KEPT COMING BACK TO ME.. COULD YOU PLEASE E-MAIL ME AND TELL ME WHAT I AM DOING WRONG. THANK YOU...

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F/2/5

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Reuben Fields

Comments: ENJOYED YOUR EFFORTS - TRAVELOGUE BY BAKER ON N/KOREA

VERY WELL DONE & INTERESTING

Keywords: A/1/5 USMC

F/2/5 Mid 52 - Mid 53 Recon Co

Comments: FIRST MARINE DIV. KOREA MID 52 TO MID 53-FOX 2/5-RECON COMPANY

KNEW MEN WHO DID NOT COME BACK!!!PS I WENT TO WASH.D.C. AND I HAVE A COMPLETE LIST OF EVERY MAN LOST FROM RECON.

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