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Newsletter - September 28 2003
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1. Update: Korean War Project allows Credit Card's
2. Search: Foster Tallman 73rd Eng Bn, brother of Frank Tallman and Prudy
3. Finding Lost Friends by using the KWP
4. Korea: USMC interpreters/interrogators
5. DMZ - Agent Orange inquiry, Al Friedman
6. Herbert Pilila'au, Hawaiian - Medal of Honor 23rd Inf Rgt
7. Military Pins: The Pin Center
8. Bookstore | Film | In Progress
10. This Mailing List Subscribe | Unsubscribe
11. Missing Man Ceremony
12. New KWVA Chapter website Chptr 270
13. VA Wants to hear from former POW's
14. Morehead City Vets Parade Nov. 8th 2003
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1. Update: Korean War Project allows Credit Card's
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2. Search: Foster Tallman 73rd Eng Bn, brother of Frank Tallman and Prudy
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The KWP receives dozens of
inquires by mail, phone and email each week from folks wishing to find details on vets.
The sister of Frank and Foster Tallman, Prudy has been on such a quest for some time now. We mentioned Prudy in a newsletter some time
ago, but had no detailed information on his unit.
Prudy is creating a book on the family. Much is known, worldwide, about her famous brother, Frank Tallman, the aviator. Frank collected, rebuilt, and flew vintage aircraft.
He was widely known as a movie stunt pilot. His planes are sought after collector pieces.
Now, Prudy wants to find out about Foster and his military service. She finally found that he was with the 73rd Engineer (C) Bn in
Korea 1952-53.
Call Prudy Tallman Wood at: (858) 459-6459 or email Ted Barker at tbarker@kwp.org
Editor Note: the Tallman story is an example of postings to our Guestbook and Looking For areas. We do encourage persons to network by posting inquiries just like Prudy's, on
the site.
Some form of contact point is needed: email, phone, address.
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3. Finding Lost Friends by using the KWP
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There are sections of the KWP which help foster finding friends and information about casualties. The Social Security Death Index is one way to help narrow a search
for someone who may have passed away.
To narrow a search for old friends who may have passed away try this:
Social Security Death Index (Rootsweb.com link)
https://ssdi.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/ssdi.cgi
Our KWP online HELP file gives basics on doing research:
https://www.koreanwar.org/html/help.html
KWP online resources:
Casualties: KIA/MIA Database at: (includes Army Wounded in Action)
https://www.koreanwar.org/html/korean_war_databases.html
Units and Friends:
https://www.koreanwar.org/html/looking_for.html
Site Search: https://koreanwar.org
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4. Korea: USMC interpreters/interrogators
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To All:As part of a historical project, looking for Marines that served as interpreters/interrogators. If
you can put me in contact with any veterans that served in this position during the Korean War, would greatly appreciate it.
Doug Brower
GySgt USMC
patoloco@verizon.net
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5. DMZ - Agent Orange inquiry, Al Friedman
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Many of the postings on the KWP DMZ Vets Looking For and BBS area are about the spraying of herbicides, especially AO
in Korea.
Detailed information has been printed in many journals about Vietnam and Panama spraying. More is unearthed about usage in Korea.
A new KWP contact, Al Friedman writes: ( Al is a National Service Officer)
I am Alvin Friedman bigalf47@lvcm.com
, N.S.O. N.V.O.A.(094) L.V. Chap#02,
I am looking for any court cases used to beat the VA. I am especially looking for vets attached to decon or ranch units who sprayed herbicides.
I need a notarized letter describing, where when how much.
We are very successful so I am offering help to anyone fighting for benefits.
I am also looking for maps that show spraying of herbicides ( we have viet
nam).
phone:702-822-6669/fax: 702-822-1774
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6. Herbert Pilila'au, Hawiian - Medal of Honor 23rd Inf Rgt
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Hal has been studying the history of the 23rd Infantry Rgt since 1979. In 1989 he was able to visit the family of Herbert after a trip to Korea and Hill 931.
Many hours were spent with the family, relating information on his service and death during the war.
John Dunn (23rd IR) sent us this photo of a fitting tribute to Herbert.
From John:
I am sending you a photo of the sign that was erected in honor of Herbert
Pilila'au. This is at Makua Valley and is a military training area. I thought you might like to add it to the site where his family and the Waianae high school photos are displayed.
From sign: The Company Combined Arms Assault Course is dedicated to his honor.
On the KWP:
https://koreanwar.org/html/hawaii.html
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7. Military Pins: The Pin Center
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The Pin Center recently sent examples of their work to the KWP. The quality of the samples is excellent.
So many of you wish to find a source for military crests. This may well be a good shopping point:
Excerpt from email:
My name is Barb & I am with The Pin Center. The Pin Center specializes in
designing and producing custom made logo pins for organizations and associations. We would welcome the opportunity of producing pins for your organization/club. We can duplicate your existing pin exactly with no set up
and save you money OR we can design a new pin too.
Site: www.pincenter.com
The Pin Center
2408 Las Verdes St
Las Vegas, NV 89102
800-553-9490
info@pincenter.com
Note: The KWP will be digging through past communications for other sources.
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8. Bookstore | Film | In Progress
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===a.===
Christmas in July
A group effort per Harris Hollin, co-author and publisher.
This was written, fifty years after the battle,by twenty of us that were there. Is only available from:
Avon Park Press
PO Box 4100
Rydal PA 19046
The price is $15.95 plus $4.00 shipping and handling. Checks or credit cards are acceptable. Any order that indicates it is from one of your members will result in a $2.00 gift per book being made to your organization.
If someone wishes to order on line, they can go to www.cfxf.org and place
an order there.
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440th Signal Battalion
"I am writing an oral history of the 440th Signal Battalion and am looking for men and women who served in the battalion or who are currently serving
with the 440th.
Needed are stories and memories of anything you would care to share with other members and the world.
Please contact: James L Hendricks (Korea 1953-54), 440th Sig. Bat.
Oral History Project
2600 Stone lane
Placerville, CA 95667-4226.
Tel. (530) 622-4027. FAX. (530) 622-6652.
Email lesmagi@jps.net
".
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Stay Safe, Buddy" (A Story of Humor and Horror during the Korean War)
by J. Charles Cheek
My recently published novel is being well received. Last week, it was #11 on the bestselling list of Amazon.com for the 2,452 books from Publish America. Check out me and my novel at www.authorsden.com/jcharescheek.
Best Regards and, Stay Safe, Buddy
ISBN # 159286631X
EMAIL: johncheek1@juno.com
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Battle Stars and Naval Awards
An extensive listing of the battle history of all of America's Naval fighting
ships which earned Battle Stars, Presidential Unit Citations or Navy Unit Commendations during WWII or Korea. Over 20,000 Battle Stars were awarded during those wars, now you can read about each ship or unit, the
engagement dates and battles participated in.
All classes of ships are included, Destroyers, Submarines, Landing Craft, PT
Boats, Merchant Marine, Tugs, Mine sweepers and Coast Guard ships.
Aircraft Carriers (and their fighter aircraft) are included. This single publication makes it as easy to track ships participating in the invasion of
Europe as it is to read the follow-on activities of ships which survived the attack at Pearl Harbor, then went on to fight again.
The book documents three ships that earned two Presidential Unit Citations
during WWII, but the First Marines topped the list by earning six of those prestigious awards during WWII and Korea. Also included in the book are Navy and Marine Corps units that earned Presidential Unit Citations or Navy
Unit Commendations.
Remove the guesswork while viewing war movies or old photographs, if a ship can be identified by hull number, you can look up that ships history to
see if any awards were earned, and when and where it served.
Order from: Jim Perkins - 8975 Wildwood Lane North - Seminole, FL
33776 - E-mail: Tamaroa@aol.com
Price: $29.95 for Book No. 4. Include $3 postage and handling for each book
ordered. https://battlestarsandnavalawards.com/
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We began this newsletter mailing in December of 1998.
This list is a private list for our visitors and members. A person may join or leave the list at will. It is compiled from our Guestbook and is for public service messages of general interest to veterans and families.
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Many of our older newsletters can be found below:
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11. Missing Man Ceremony
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Missing Men Ceremony - Table of Honor
Lest We Forget
As you entered the dining area, you may have noticed a table at the front,
raised to call your attention to its purpose-it is reserved to honor our missing loved comrades.
The empty places represent our men missing from each of the four
services-Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force. This honors ceremony symbolizes that they are with us, here in spirit.
The table is round.....to show our everlasting concern for our men still missing.
The table is set for four.....signifying our service's unity.
The table cloth is white.....symbolizing the purity of their intentions to respond to their countries call to arms.
The single red rose, displayed in a vase.....reminds us of the life of each of the missing, and their loved ones and friends who keep the faith, awaiting answers.
The vase is tied with a red ribbon.....a symbol of our continued determination to account for our missing.
A slice of lemon on the bread plate.....to remind us of the bitter fate of those
captured and missing in a foreign land.
Salt, also on the bread plate.....a symbol of the tears endured by those missing and their families who seek answers.
The glasses are inverted.....for they are not able to toast with us today. Finally, a single candle burning an eternal flame.....as a lighthouse awaiting the return of an overdue ship. As we stare deep into the flame we reflect on
their courage, determination, and sacrifices.
MAY GOD BLESS THEM AND KEEP THEM IN THE HOLLOW OF HIS HAND AS WE REMEMBER THEM IN HONORED GLORY
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12. New KWVA Chapter website Chptr 270
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Update from some of our KWVA pals, in North Texas
I just wanted to let you know that I have designed a new website for the KWVA Sam Johnson Chapter 270 in Richardson, TX.
https://www.kwva270.org
Keith Fannon
www.keithfannon.netfirms.com
Note: please alert Hal and Ted to new or revised Vet Group sites. You can always
post directly to: https://www.koreanwar.org/html/korean_war_project_data.html?data=03
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13. VA Wants to hear from former POW's
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Larry Phillips writes: (excerpt from Yahoo VA Press Release) Sept. 19, 2003
WASHINGTON - Veterans Affairs wants former prisoners of war who are not
getting disability compensation, health care and other benefits to contact the department.
The agency said Friday an estimated 11,000 former POWs are not getting
benefits to which they are entitled. The VA issued the plea in conjunction with National POW-MIA Recognition Day.
VA Secretary Anthony Principi said more ex-POWs are eligible for benefits
as new illnesses are determined to be related to their captivity. In July, VA said it would provide benefits to former POWs with cirrhosis of the liver.
Former POWs are eligible for VA medical care and are exempt from health care co-payments. Free dental treatment is available if their captivity lasted more than 90 days.
"These veterans sacrificed for their country in time of war, and it's the nation's turn to serve them, to help them determine if they are entitled to compensation, health care or other services," Principi said.
The VA said more than 23,000 former POWs receive compensation. The VA sent a letter to another 4,700 to tell them that they were entitled to benefits.
VA said it is hard to find many former POWs because they served during
World War II, before Social Security (news - web sites) numbers were used as military service numbers.
VA is asking anyone who knows of former POWs who are not enrolled for
benefits or who did not receive a letter to call 1-800-827-1000.
On the Net:
VA services for former POWs: https://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Benefits/POW
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14. Morehead City Vets Parade Nov. 8th 2003
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The Morehead City Veterans Day parade is set for Sat. Nov,8 at 11am.
This by reputation is the largest Veterans' parade in NC. Our group is invited.
I would like to see all the Korean Vet Associations. in this parade.
This is also a great time to visit the beach and beautiful Carteret County..
The cost of hotels etc. is dirt cheap at this time of the year and the weather and deep sea fishing is great in November
Peace,
BILL DONNELLY 252 240 4857
P.O. BOX 1773
ATLANTIC BEACH NC 28512
Editor Note: continue to send the KWP your Reunion and Special Events.
You may post directly at: https://www.koreanwar.org/html/korean_war_project_data.html
Thanks to all who have made this possible.
Hal and Ted Barker
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