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Entry: 8935

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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JAMES BOBBITT wrote on October 3, 2022

New Boston TX

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i served in Camp Casey Korea from June 1969 to August 30 1970. I was the S4 driver
7th ID. I drove the S4 to all 7th ID units on the DMZ at least once a month
sometimes more depending on enemy activity there. Had to take weapons ammo flak
jackets steel pot . The route to the DMZ was close but very primitive, Dirt roads
surrounded by trees and vegetation that made good enemy concealment. Had numerous
red alerts due to enemy massing on the DMZ. Spent many days in deployed to
designated combat zones in case of enemy attack. Several attempts to kill South
Korean President Park Chung He by North Korean Infiltrators.

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Entry: 8743

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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CHARLES LATIMER wrote on January 20, 2021

Columbia SC

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Camp Long 87-88, Camp Bonifas 92-93

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Entry: 8127

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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JOHN QUELLO wrote on April 23, 2019

Kimberly WI

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I received the Korean Defense Medal for my service in Korea from December of
1962 to January of 1964.

Thank You to all my Korean Brother and Sister Veterans.

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Entry: 7996

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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STEPHAN CRIFASI wrote on March 15, 2019

Sterling hts MI

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I got the KSM for 1962-63,1965-66,1968-69 and 1971-73 on the DMZ some of the
units 1st 25th Arty tan Camp St Barbara, A and C Baty the Hq was at Camp
Jackson exp metal on the DMZ Ret SFC fix a church and a house by Camp St
Barbara. 7th inf div, I Corp and 8th Army, was in France , Germey, Oki , Ft
Knox, Ft Sill, Ft Campbell, Ft Chaffee, Ft Dix and Ft Rucker

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Entry: 7986

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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JOHN HENSON wrote on March 11, 2019

Willits CA

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Point of information...The KDSM is authorized for continuous service of 30
days or more in Korea from the period of 7-27-54 until to be determined. The
KSM is for service b4 7-27-54. Hope this helps. You can contact your branch of
service for the medal or you can purchase the authorised medal on Google for
approx $12.00.

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Entry: 7963

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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PATSY TACKETT wrote on March 8, 2019

JENKINS KY

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Looking for anyone who served in Korea on the DMZ from 1972-1973 .checking
for a friend named Noah Rose Jr. he was with 1/29th infantry and co C 1/31 INF
2ND INF DIV ISION . Needs info bad to prove he was exposed to AO on the
DMZ..Buddy letter would be great if anyone is out there that served with
him..He was from Kentucky.

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Entry: 7810

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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RICHARD JONES wrote on December 14, 2018

Birmingham AL

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I would like to receive this award if possible thank you

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Entry: 7224

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM wrote on May 29, 2017

Goodyear Arizona

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I went from a very warm location to a very cold Korea. It was January, 1968
and was told I was posted along the DMZ. Wow, never felt so cold. I have
no idea how the Korean War combat troops fought in that weather. I really
have the utmost respect for those special warriors.

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Entry: 6931

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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ALLEN ROUSCHER wrote on December 14, 2015

York Pennsylvania

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I served in Korea as an MP from 1977 to 1978, Regular Army, do
I deserve the Korean Defense Medal? I never received one. Is
ther anything I can do to get it?

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Entry: 6861

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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TERRY MICHAELS wrote on July 23, 2015

las vegas nevada

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13th quartermaster TDY BATTERY B 4TH MISSLE 44TH ARTY
TDY COMPANY C 802ND ENGINEER (CONST)

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Entry: 6840

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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TOMMY MASON wrote on June 25, 2015

Charlotte NC

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I was south Korea in 1967-1968 and protrol
with the Rock on the DMZ

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Entry: 6488

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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DAVID KENDALL wrote on August 23, 2013

salem Or.

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Served on the dmz 1977-78.2/9th csc had my but shot at and
sprayed on. would like too know if I can get the c.i.b.
thank you Dave.

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Entry: 6485

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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DAVID BROWN wrote on August 18, 2013

Hays KS

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I served with Co.B 13th Combat Engineers 7th ID on the DMZ
in Korea 1968. We drew combat pay there. Am I eligible
for the CIB?

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Entry: 6426

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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JAKE JEGELEWICZ wrote on May 1, 2013

Sadler Texas

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Anyone having served in Korea since the armistice is
eligibile for the KDSM. You have to fill out the medals and
decorations request form. If you served between 66 and 74
you are also eligiabile for the AFEM.

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Entry: 6416

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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PAUL FREDERICKSEN wrote on April 12, 2013

Kenosha WI

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My squadron (12 TFS F-105s) was sent to Osan Korea from Kadena Okinawa on
Jan 23, 1968 for Operation Combat Fox during the Pueblo Crisis. We stayed for
8 months as the 18 TFW Advon. We weere joined by units from Yakota AB Japan
and the 318th FIS from McChord Wash.

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Entry: 6369

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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HERON SOTO wrote on December 27, 2012

Elsa Texas

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Like everyone else, I am interested to find out what the criteria is for eligibility
for this medal. I was at Camp Howze C Co. 1/32nd from November 76 to
November 77 and spent approximately fifteen days out of every month at the
DMZ conducting patrols. Would appreciate any information.

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Entry: 6284

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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LAURIANO GARCIA wrote on August 31, 2012

Taft Texas

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served in Korea from oct.66-mar.23.1968 assinged HHC
2ND/17TH nech as a medic,atachhed to D co for the last year
as their medic

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Entry: 6270

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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ERNEST ESCARENO wrote on July 22, 2012

Pico Rivera California 90660

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I serve with B company 13 Engineers Bn combat we were in
the DMZ 68 -69 we had many red alerts we were just out of
RC 5 we all got Hostile Fire Pay but no Korean Defense
Medal. nor CIB

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Entry: 6228

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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DONALD BOSSE wrote on April 21, 2012

Sanford Florida

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I did Two Tours of the ROK:
1) 1973-1974: CSC 1/38 Inf. Bn. ( Redeye Plt. )
Camp Hovey 2nd Inf. Div.
2) 1976-1977: CSC 1/9 Inf. Bn. ( Recon Plt. )
Camp Hovey / Korean DMZ 2nd Inf. Div.

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Entry: 6226

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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TED BARKER wrote on April 18, 2012

Dallas TX

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Update on original 2004 posting about KDSM:

The secretary of defense approved the implementing
instructions and criteria for the KDSM on 3 Feb 2004. The
Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) is authorized to members
of the armed forces who have served on active duty in
support of the defense of the republic of Korea from 28
July 1954 to a date to be determined, Note: Your service in
Korea had to start on or after 28 July, 1954, not before
that date as that is KSM time! The area of eligibility
encompasses all land area of the republic of Korea, and the
contiguous water out to 12 nautical miles, and all air
spaces above the land and water areas. Effective 3 Feb
2004, the Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) is no longer
authorized for overseas tours in the republic of Korea.
Service members must have been assigned, attached, or
mobilized to units operating in the area of eligibility for
30 consecutive or for 60 nonconsecutive days, or have been
in combat, wounded in the line of duty, a member of an
aircrew flying within the area of eligibility. Only one
award of the KDSM is authorized for any individual. In
order of precedence the KDSM will be worn below the Global
War On Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) and above the Armed
Forces Service Medal (AFSM).

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Entry: 6225

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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PAUL JORDON wrote on April 15, 2012

Hephzibah Ga.

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1960-1962

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Entry: 5827

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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JOSE JUAN MELENDEZ wrote on November 27, 2010

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Hello, my name in Jose J. Melendez (SP4). I was station in Korea from Jan 1978 to December 1978, first I was in C Co 1/32d Inf 2d Inf Div 01-78 to 05-78 and them I was transferred to Camp Greaves to Co C 2/9th Inf. (Manchu), 2nd Infantry Division. I patrols on the DMZ over 25 missions in the zone, and I have my (DMZ IMJIM SCOUTS) certificate, I was sent back to u.s. to ft.riley KS, Do I qualify for a Korean Defense Medal? If so, how can I obtain one.

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Entry: 5508

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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PALMER R. HAMILTON wrote on April 3, 2008

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I served on the DMZ 1959-60. Tell me what I qualify for.


Palmer R. Hamilton

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Entry: 5504

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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BRUCE BAILEY wrote on April 3, 2008

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WHAT IS THE TIMEFRAME FOR THE KDM? THE CUTOFF DATE...AT LIBERTY BELL IN 1985-1986. THANKS FOR ALL THE EFFORT! KEEP UP THE FIRE.

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Entry: 5453

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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SPECIALIST/4TH CLASS RALPH G. JENKINS wrote on December 7, 2007

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Entry: 5440

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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JOE HARMAN wrote on November 6, 2007

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Go to the website www.kdvamerica.org and go to the veterans support menu. They walk you through the process for getting the KDSM and even the CIB (if you qualify).

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Entry: 5438

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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RICARDO GONZALES wrote on November 5, 2007

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I served with 1st Radio Bn on the DMZ from November 1978 to February 1979 with a Marine Detachment from the 1st Marine Brigade in Hawaii, we were housed in the tent city called Warrior Base. Spent a lot of time with Alpha Manchu at Camp Liberty Bell. I wonder if the Marine detachments will be elgible for this medal?

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Entry: 5332

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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MARK HEATHCO wrote on March 2, 2007

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I served in Korea from 1978 to 1991 had 385 combat patrols on the (Z) served with Eco 38th INF(TOW) company, csc 1st 31st(M)INF, JSA, 1st 17th (M) INF, csc 1st 38th INF, HHC 3rd brigade (TOC), HHC 2nd Division G-3,I had eight tours on the (Z) have awards and Imjin scouts awards and certificates how do I get my KDSM award?
thank you very much.
keep the faith brother.
tip of the spear.

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Entry: 2173

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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TED BARKER wrote on December 8, 2005

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Update for all who have entered inquiries since my Feb 2004 entry - this thread.

Folks, putting out a newsletter with the details.

Here is the official DOD document. Get your DD214 out.

https://www.perscomonline.army.mil/tagd/awards/KDSM_feb04.doc

DD 214 information and supporting documents will need to be forwarded to NPRC, St. Louis. per the document instructions. Veterans, active duty, retiree's all need to read the DOD release.

Time period: Service in Korea from July 28, 1954 to DTD (date to be determined).

The Korean War Project would like to give a tip of the hat to Norm Tredway and the yoeman work of the KDVA- Korea Defense Veterans Alliance (formerly Korea Deployment Respect and Recognition Committee) to getting legislation introduced and passed!

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Entry: 554

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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PATRICK O'DONOVAN wrote on July 17, 2004

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Hi to all
I just received my 215 with the KDSM on there, it was sent to me by St. Louis.

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Entry: 537

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E MYERS wrote on June 18, 2004

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how do i apply for that and any other medal Iwas with b troop 9 cav on d m z apr 1964 mar1965

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Entry: 521

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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EDWIN H. PARPART JR. wrote on May 9, 2004

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I was in Korea from Jan.67 to May 68 when I was medivacked to the states at Fort Riley Kn. for some more surgery. I also graduated from the Imjin Scout school that Major Donlin? ran. He was all shot up in Nam. And they sent him to teach us. He said that the only thing that we needed extra was the ok to go north.Do I qualify for the Korean defense medal? ED

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Entry: 479

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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TED BARKER wrote on February 17, 2004

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Folks, putting out a newsletter with the details.

Here is the official DOD document. Get your DD214 out.

https://www.perscomonline.army.mil/tagd/awards/KDSM_feb04.doc

DD 214 information and supporting documents will need to be forwarded to
NPRC, St. Louis. per the document instructions. Veterans, active duty, retiree's
all need to read the DOD release.

Time period: Service in Korea from July 28, 1954 to DTD (date to be determined).

The Korean War Project would like to give a tip of the hat to Norm Tredway and the yoeman work of the KDVA- Korea Defense Veterans Alliance (formerly Korea Deployment Respect and Recognition Committee) to getting
legislation introduced and passed!

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Entry: 477

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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BARRY ROSS wrote on February 12, 2004

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I served from 1983 - 1984 at Casey, I am I eligible
for KDSM?

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Entry: 404

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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ROBERTO J. RODRIGUEZ wrote on June 22, 2003

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I served in Korea with the 2nd Battalion, 9th Infantry
(MECH), 2nd Infantry Division at Camp McGovern from
July 1965 through August 1966. Do I qualify for a
Korean Defense Medal? If so, how can I obtain one.

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Entry: 340

KOREAN DEFENSE MEDAL

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MARK JOHNSON wrote on December 2, 2002

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President Bush signed the Korean Defense Medal Act into law today!

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