140th Medium Tank Battalion

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Legacy Messages - 1995-1999

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Alex Hanson wrote on September 3, 2025

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City and State: ROCHESTER MN

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Comments: My Great Grandfather was a tank commander for the 140th tank battalion baker company and now that he has passed, I was hoping I could find any pictures of him or any information about his service Please email me if you think you have anything. I'm not sure if it helps but he was wounded by an enemy sniper and treated at the mash hospital

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Kristin Branyon wrote on January 31, 2023

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City and State: ADKINS TX

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Comments: Looking for any information on my grandfather, John William Brasher. He served in Company A. He passed away this weekend and had dementia, so we weren't able to get much information out of him regarding his service. He was drafted and mentioned they called the tank the yankee tankee. Any information is appreciated, we know absoutley nothing. Thank you so much.

Keywords: Company A, yankee, tankee, brasher

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Christopher Perry wrote on January 30, 2021

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City and State: NY

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Comments: My grandfather Thomas Perry was in Korea in Oct 1952 through July 28 1953. Was on the front line from Feb. 26th- April 26th. I have 20 or so photos of other Drivers, medics and some have names or nicknames listed and a lot of unnamed service members. Not sure if there is anywhere i could share these or if anyone is interested in seeing something like this.

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Charles Richardson wrote on July 20, 2020

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City and State: LAKE HAVASU CITY AZ

Unit: NONE

Service or Relationship: None

Comments: My favorite uncle drove a Sherman tank the 140 tank regiment as best as I can piece together. He’s passed n didn’t talk about his service. I want to know mor le about his service. His unit received a bronze star for an attack on a railway gun or gun emplacement from what little I know. I do not know his rank or unit. All I know for sure is he drove a Sherman in the Cal national Guard. And won the bronze star or his “unit” did. Do not know if that’s company or div. or what but I would like to know. He was an amazing man and never spoke about his service. However I would like to relate to my children the roll there uncle tedd. Played in the Korean War. Can anyone help me find out more about him? His kids my cousins don’t know any more than I have related and my mom has passed as well so I have no one to ask.

Keywords: Tedd Elder Sherman Tanker. Bronze star

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Michael Kelly wrote on April 29, 2020

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Comments: FYI.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/babylon-ny/leonard-lucarello-9150143

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Louis Torchia wrote on February 21, 2020

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City and State: PITTSBURGH PA

Unit: 140TH TANK BATTALION. CO.C

Service or Relationship: Army

Comments: Served in Korea from August ,1952 to June,1953

I was a gunner on Tank # 71. Lt. Chet Cline was my tank commander. Herb Abbott was our driver. Could not have been with a better crew. They made it easier to be there.

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James Horton wrote on January 27, 2020

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Comments: My father served with the 140th Tank Bat. In Korea. His name was Bennie W. Horton. I am looking for any that knew him.

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Bob McGuire wrote on February 23, 2019

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City and State: ELK CITY ID

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Service or Relationship: U.S. Army

Comments: I am looking for information concerning my father-in-law, Major Allan Weinfield, USA/Armor. He was Executive Officer, HQ/140th Tank Battalion, FEC; from 2 April - 29 July 1953; and, XO, Combat Material Control Group, Sup Div, G-4 Section/8th Army, FEC. I am researching his Army career for my sister-in-law.

If you have any information, I would appreciate it if you would e-mail me with it. I will follow up with a telephone call to you and e-mails. E-Mail: craftbob1@gmail.com

Thank you. Bob McGuire

Keywords: Actions engaged in
Places stationed
Friends
Duties

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John Monis wrote on November 18, 2018

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City and State: HAMPSTEAD, NC

Unit: 40TH INFANTRY DIVISION/ FORT IRWIN MATES

Service or Relationship: Army National Guard

Comments: For over 22 years I have been compiling the history of the National Guard in the Mojave Desert, California. A vital part of that history was the creation of the 140th Tank Bn in 1949 in the desert communities, its activation/ performance during the Korean War, and post war reorganizations.

This effort has resulted in a book that has reached a point where it is fairly complete. I decided to put the book on a website so as many folks as possible can read it at no cost. Here is a link to my site:
https://www.guardmojavedeserthistory.com

Enjoy,
LTC John T. Monis (Ret)

Keywords: 140th Tank Battalion History

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Jose Garcia JR. wrote on May 9, 2016

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City and State: COTTONWOOD CA

Unit: 140TH TANK BN.

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father, CPL Jose Garcia was a tank crewman with the 140th Tank Battalion in 1952, he was not in Korea in 1953. He is still alive and well. Looking for any other unit members living in California.

V/r,

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Kathy Pauls wrote on November 19, 2015

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City and State: WATKINS MN

Unit: #140TH MEDIUM TANK BATTALIAN, 40TH DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: My uncle, David P. Nistler passed away Sept. 21st, 2015. Born in Minnesota, after war lived in Oklahoma. Our family is looking for any information- we know he drove tank for tank battalian leader in Korean Conflict. Records lost. Please contact me, Kathy Pauls, 38561 672 Ave.Watkins, MN. 55389.

Keywords: David P. Nistler, #140 medium tank battalian, 40th Division, M46-tanks

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Bruce Liscombe wrote on October 1, 2015

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City and State: CRYSTAL MI

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father in law SGT Floyd Austin was in B co, he was drafted in 1950 and went to Japan and then Korea. He was discharged in Sept 1952 at Camp Carson, CO. I am trying to find out some of the action he was involved in in Korea, all he would say was that they drove around shooting at mountains. He died memorial weekend 2013. I got his medals for him just before he died, they were the Occupation of Japan, United Nations and Korean Service with Bronze campaign star

Keywords: Everybody around here called him Stub, he would go to reunions until about five years ago

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Tyrell Pauling wrote on February 25, 2015

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Unit: 140TH TANK BATTALION

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Looking for anyone that knew my Grandfather, Staff Sergeant Howard Alan Pauling or any information that would pertain to the time he spent in Korea during 1952-1953.

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Dan Byas wrote on January 16, 2015

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Unit: 140TH TNK BTN

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Looking for anyone knowing my Father James (Jim) Byas who served from OCT 52 - May 53. He was a medic/corpsman.

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Jean Earls wrote on January 18, 2014

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City and State: AZLE TX

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Comments: Looking for anyone who knew my father Sgt First Class Sam Brodie, Tank Commander, 140th Tank Battalion, 1952-1953. He received the Bronze Star for action on hill 812, June to June 3, 1953. Would love to hear from anyone who knew him. Jean Brodie Earls

Keywords: Hill 812

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Richard Richardson wrote on April 25, 2013

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City and State: LAKE ISABELLA CA

Unit: C COMPANY 140TH.TKBN 40TH INF. DIV

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: I was a Tank commander and am looking for Oscer and Author
Godfrey,Rick Rickets and and Capt.Hamelton.

I left the unit in Apr.1953 before the fire fight in June at
Nojonp-Yong

Keywords: Punch Bowel Bloody ridge and Nojonp-Yong

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Moon Young Yoon wrote on May 5, 2012

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City and State: NESHANIC STATION NJ

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Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: My friend who is ROK Army 9th Div.28th Reg. wounded June 22nd 1952 at
chorwon area north bound 500 hill, Rescue by US Tank (5 Tanks) he think
US 2nd Infantry Div. or at that time evacuation support tank bm.

Keywords: baengma-goji 395 hill June 22,1952 10 am to Noon 5 tanks

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Benjamin Donaldson wrote on November 16, 2011

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City and State: UNION GROVE AL

Unit: 140 TH TANK BATALLION

Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: I am hunting information for a friend of our family,
B F Donaldson. His tank number was 68 or 69. He
received the Bronze Star with Valor for coming to the
rescue of another tank that got behind enemy lines.
He has stories of himself, a man from Ohio whose last
name was Green or Greene, and a man whose last name
was Coots (spelling?). His ranking was E7 when he
left Korea. Would appreciate ANY information that
might help Mr. Donaldson locate anyone he fought with.

Keywords: DONALDSON, BRONZE STAR WITH VALOR, COLD COFFIN, B.F.,

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Mickey Robichaud wrote on September 2, 2011

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Unit: 140THTANK 40TTH INF

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

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Keywords: besides mail call we had a radio proraam called Mail From HomeIt has been driving me nuts trying to remember the name of the them music If anyone out there knows please let me know

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Paul Thomlinson wrote on November 10, 2010

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Comments: I would be very grateful to have contact with anyone who served in Korea with my father, Herbert Jewell Thomlinson, (who was from Missouri). Any information would welcome.

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Keith Seals wrote on June 9, 2010

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City and State: LONGVIEW TX

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Ted Brock wrote on February 4, 2009

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City and State: DESOTO TX

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

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Keywords: 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company, operation on June 13, 1952 in Kumsong area.

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Michael Popek wrote on October 7, 2007

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City and State: RAMSEY NJ

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Anthony M Aiuto contacted me recently regarding Col. Francis X. O'Leary, Ret. Dec. My email is: Mpopek@hotmail.com

Thanks Much,

Michael Popek

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Keith Lawrence wrote on June 6, 2007

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City and State: NORFOLK VA

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Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: Comments: Dear Sir or Madame:

My name is Keith Lawrence and I am looking to contact individuals who plan annual reunions for the 140th Tank Battalion in the East.

I am with the Hilton Norfolk Airport, located 2 minutes from Norfolk International Airport, in Norfolk Virginia.

I am looking to see what is the best way to contact reunion coordinators who would have an interest to plan the next annual reunion.

I do apperciate any assitance that you can provide.

All my best,

Keith Lawrence Sales Manager, Military Reunion Specialist,
Hilton Norfolk Airport
1500 North Military Highway
Norfolk, Va 23502-1813
Tel:800 422 7474 Direct Line:757 466 8000
Fax:757 466 7806
Email: klawrence@norfolkhilton.com
www.norfolkairport.hilton.com

Keywords: reunions, associations, touring, meeting planner

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Julius Bokodi wrote on February 26, 2006

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Would like to look for all the of the 140th Tank Bn who served from 1952.

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Katherine Price wrote on October 15, 2005

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City and State: COLUMBIA SC

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Comments: Dear Sir or Madame:

My name is Katherine Price and I am looking to contact individuals who plan annual reunions for the 140th Tank Battalion in the Southeast.

I am with the Columiba SC, Marriott that is located in the downtown district of Columbia and near Fort Jackson, South Carolina.

I am looking to see what is the best way to contact reunion coordinators whou would have an interest to plan the next annual reunion.

I do apperciate any assitance that you can provide.

All my best,

Katherine Price
Sales Manager, Social Events
Columbia Marriott
1200 Hampton Street
Columiba, SC 29201
803-744-6905
katherine.price@marriott.com

Keywords: Annual Reunions

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Dennis Conklin wrote on September 29, 2005

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Unit: USAF SECURITY SERVICE (USAFSS)

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Reposting because I have a new e-mail address. I have several color slide pictures taken of the 140th Tank Bn. in action in the Korean War, circa 1953, at a location identified as "Luke's Castle." The pix were taken by a Lieutenant (name unknown, race Black) who commanded a half-track company. If anyone is interested, I would be happy to e-mail them.

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Kenneth Wallace wrote on September 18, 2005

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Comments: Searching for information, photo's or veterans who served with my Uncle Don Hunziker. 40th Div, Co.B, 140th Bat. Served 1952-1953. Also served with Bobby D., Fermon B.,H. Hotchkiss, Stew R. Tank #52 Baby Face

Keywords: 40th Div-CompanyB-140th Tank Bat, Luke's Castle, Tank #52 Baby Face

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Dennis Conklin wrote on May 1, 2005

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Unit: USAF SECURITY SERVICE (USAFSS)

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: I have several color slide pictures taken of the 140th Tank Bn. in action in the Korean War, circa 1953, at a location identified as "Luke's Castle." The pix were taken by a Lieutenant (name unknown, race Black) who commanded a half-track company. If anyone is interested, I would be happy to e-mail them.

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Randall Douglas wrote on April 27, 2005

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City and State: OCEANSIDE NY

Unit: 140TH TANK BATTALION

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Looking for anyone who knew or has information about my father, Frederick Douglas, Jr. He received a Silver Star after a 3 day battle on Hill 758, Korea. His tank was hit by a grenade and he saved 3 of the men.

Keywords: 3 day battle on Hill 758, Tank Battalion

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Mark Mason wrote on March 20, 2005

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Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: I'm looking for the guys that served our country with my dad, Sfc. Bill Mason. I'm looking in particular for 1st Lt. Larry Knowles. I've got photos of my dad, Sfc.Bill Mason and some of the guys 1st. Lt. Knowles was looking for in his entry 8408. I'd love to share the photos with you.

Keywords: 140th Tank Batt. 40th Div. C Co. M-46 tanks

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David Kackert SR. wrote on December 8, 2004

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City and State: BURBANK IL

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father has recently passed and I was told stories of some of his experiances only after he had major surgery and had some flash backs. I am looking to speak with someone from his tank of tank group who was in his tank "About August"

Keywords: About August

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Kevin Herink wrote on October 5, 2004

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Comments: I was woundering if anyone Knows a Earl Nichols. He is my
grandpa and all i know is that he was In a tank in the Korea
war. If you can help me please email me. Thanks Kevin E.
Herink

Keywords: Personal friends, or any info

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Dan Farmer wrote on July 30, 2004

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City and State: PAHRUMP NV

Unit: 140TH TANK CO A

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Looking for people who remember me from '52, '53, when I was over there. Please contact! Thank you. Trying to find people who were there when I was injured.

Keywords: Dan Farmer, 140th Tank, People who Know/Knew Dan Farmer

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Harry Moore SR. wrote on July 4, 2004

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City and State: DALLAS OR

Unit: U.S. NAVY, WW-2 / KOREA

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Just rememboring my bro. as a hell of a swell guy and a damned good friend!

Keywords: U.S.S. Bairoko; U.S.S. Essex; U.S.S. Roosevelt; MSTS Gen M.M. Patrick; S.S Ovid Butler; S.S. USSR Victory.

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Jose Garcia JR. wrote on April 27, 2004

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City and State: REDDING CA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father served in the 140th Tank Battalion during the Korean War. He was a crewman on an M46 tank. He tells me it had a large scar on the front of it from a hit it took. He was RA, trained at Ft. Carson, CO. He earned two bronze stars with V device. He is alive and well, living in California. He left the army as a corporal.

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Jack Toon wrote on December 22, 2003

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Does anyone remember him please let me know thanks, Jack

Keywords: My dad was a member of the 140th tank A company capt patton?

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Brian Solinsky wrote on November 5, 2003

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Comments: I have a picture of my grandfather in front of his tank, but I don't know what unit he was in. The numbering on the tank from left to right is

7-40-/\ 2HQ 79

If there is anyone who cn help, I would appreciate it. Thank you.

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Clayton Shelswell SR. wrote on May 11, 2003

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City and State: SAGINAW MI

Unit: C CO. 140TH. TK. BN.

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

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Bill Larsen SR. wrote on April 3, 2003

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City and State: CAGUAS PR

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Bill Larsen SR. wrote on April 3, 2003

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City and State: CAGUAS PR

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Looking for old friends and contacts, feel free to e-mail me or inform me of any reunions.

Keywords: Lukes Castle, Tank Battalion, Korea

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Charles H. (Chuck) Fortner wrote on March 30, 2003

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City and State: SIERRA VISTA AZ

Unit: COA, 140TH TKBN

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: The 140th Tank Battalion this year shall be in San Diego, California during 2 October thru 7 October 2003 at the Holiday Inn, San Diego Bayside.
Please contact me for information about other Battalion actives.

Keywords: 12th 140th Tank Battalion Reunion

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Gus De Bree wrote on February 26, 2003

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City and State: CRESCENT CITY FL

Unit: IST PLT. CO A 140TH TK BTN.

Service or Relationship: -

Comments: LIKE TO HEAR FROM OTJER MEMBERS OF MY COMPANY

Keywords: OCT 52 TO JULY 53

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Steve Lavoie wrote on February 25, 2003

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City and State: RIVER FALLS WI

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Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: I am looking for anyone who remembers Leonard Gruhot. He operated Tank 20 and belonged to the 7th Infantry 140th Tank Division 40th Tank Battalion. He was wounded in a battle at Sniper Ridge in the fall of 1952. The assignment was to support the RKO 2nd Division. Leonard is searching for friends and fellow solders especially those at Sniper Ridge in the fall (Sept or Oct) of 1952. I will see that your messages get to him. Send me a note or call your help is much appreciated. Steve Lavoie N 8311 1015th St River Falls WI 54022 715 426 7563



Thank You







Steve

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Derick Grover wrote on October 9, 2002

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City and State: SALEM NH

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My Father has recently passed away and I am looking for any information on him in the war he spoke very rarely of it and would like to know more about him in those time any help would be great His name was Oliver C. Marshall from Mass and NH area please email me thank you

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Nimrod Frazer wrote on October 9, 2002

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City and State: MONTGOMERY AL

Unit: B. CO., JDQ. CO. AND C COL

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Want to hear from or about Fred K. Fordham of 2nd. Plt., B Co. 140th Tank Battalion. He was wounded at Hill 812 (Luke's Castle)in Feb. or March of 1953.

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Kevin G. Quinn wrote on September 30, 2002

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City and State: QUEENSTOWN MD

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Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: I am writing a book about the Fall, 1952 battles in the Iron Triangle- White Horse Mountain, Triangle Hill and Sniper Ridge. I am interested in interviewing or corresponding with anyone associated with the 140th Tank Battalion who can provide me with information. Thanks, Kevin

Keywords: Sniper Ridge, Operation Showdown, Hill 538, Triangle Hill, 2nd ROK Division

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Michael Popek wrote on August 31, 2002

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City and State: RAMSEY NJ

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Col. O'Leary was my grandfather. Interested to know if any one knew him or served with him during the Korean War.

Keywords: Col. O'Leary

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Paula Carter wrote on August 12, 2002

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Unit: 140TH TANK BAT. 40TH DIVISION BAKER COMPANY

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am the daughter of Bill Carter from Md and I am trying to locate his long lost comrads James Dillard, Bobby Garten(spelling?),Jodie Pender,John Hayes and Capt.Gene Copeland. He served in the Korean War from 1952 to 1953. Dad was the tank commander of 140th Tank Bat.40th division Baker co. The Tank was B14 otherwise known as the "Bonnie Bell". His tour was during White Horse Mt, Cho Yun Valley, Punch Bull Pass,Pork Chop Hill and winding up at the Aloo Rver. If you knew my father or have any information about his friends,we would love to hear from you!

Keywords: 1952/53 tour. James Dillard,Bobby Garten,John Hayes, Jodie Pender and Capt.Gene Copeland.

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Dee Stanton wrote on July 27, 2002

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Comments: I'm the grandaughter of one Lafayette G. Pool with the 3rd and 32nd Armor Division. Now
known by some as the Texas Tanker. He commanded the tank named In The Mood. My husband
knows this guy that comes into the bar that he works at that was with the 140th Tank
Battalion attached to the 2nd Rock Division. I am looking to find more about it. Please
email me any info that can be provided at deejstanton@hotmail.com. Any who knew my
grandfather may also contact me at that email address. Thank you so much for your time.
Dee Jay Stanton

Keywords: Looking for info about 140th tank battalion attached to 2nd Rock Division.

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