Entry: 87610
Subject: 7 DIV, 17 REG, HQ ANTI-TANK & MINE PLT.
John B. (John Bill) Robertson wrote on November 9, 2013
City and State: LOUISVILLE KY
Unit: 7/17, HQ PLT
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I thought I would take a chance and see if I could find some old
friends (or even foes... lol)that knew my father. he was in
Korea from January 1951 thru February 1952. Grew up in Paducah,
KY. Red-headed, tall, and carried a picture of his future wife
(my mom) and she looked like Queen Elizabeth II at that young
age. (Thought that might ring a bell).
Keywords:
Entry: 87585
Subject: LOOKING FOR TANKERS
Brandon Gard wrote on November 7, 2013
City and State: TN
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: My wife's grandfather is Hubert Thomas, from Paris (outside
Lexington), KY. We don't know much else other than what the
Bronze Star for Valor citation told us. He was a tanker in the
Heavy Tank Company, 17th Infantry Regt, and on Sept 2 1951 the
infantry unit they were supporting came under heavy artillery
fire near Chu-Dong. He dismounted the tank and began bringing
casualties to the rear for medical assistance. The only other
thing we know is his tank's name was nicknamed Shack Rat.
Keywords: Heavy Tank Company, Chu-Dong, Shack Rat
Entry: 87566
Subject: LOOKING TO SAY THANK YOU TO THE BRAVE MEN WHO SAVED MY GRANDFATHER
Tia Knutson wrote on November 6, 2013
City and State: MINOT ND
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I am the grand-daughter of Gerald LaVern Lawson. He recently passed, although
all of his vitals were stable. My grandfather did suffer from the mental
repercussions of war. He only recently started talking about his experience,
probaly due to his reoccurring night terrors of war. I know his life was saved by
some brave soldiers who brought him to safety, as he was shot several times. I
just would like to learn more about my grandfather..as he is no longer around to
share with me his heroic story. I would like to say thank you to those that saved
him . His name is Gerald LaVern Lawson , he enlisted in the U.S. Army on Jan.
17, 1952 in Fargo ND. He served during the Korean Conflict with the 7th Army
Division, 17th Infantry Regiment, located on the 38th Parallel among noted battle
sites such as Baldy, Old Baldy, Pork Chop Hill, Jane Russell and 200. Most of his
time was spent on Hill 347. He was wounded on a counterattack on Hill 200 on
the night of July 5th, 1953. He was honorably discharged Nov 12, 1953. He was
awarded a Purple Heart, the Combat Infantry Badge, Korean Service Medal with
two battle stars, and the United Nations Service Medal. My Grandfather did not
speak much if his time in the service... Understandably. I just would like to thank
any one of the fellow soldiers that helped to save his life in that line.... I am
forever grateful. I would like to hear any memories of my Grandfather....for in my
heart is is and was a true hero.
Keywords: My grandfather Gerald Lawson enter the army on Jan 17, 1952 in Fargo ND.
Served in the Korean Conflict with 7th Army Division, 17th Infantry Regiment,
located on the 38th Parallel.
Entry: 87560
Subject: T CO, 3D BN, 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT
Scott Walters wrote on November 5, 2013
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: My great uncle, CW5 (retired) David Williams, was a member of T
(Ting?) company, 3d Bn, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry
Division from 1952-1954. Does anyone know how I can find the
unit history or any details on the company's involvement during
the Korean war? I believe David was drafted as an E1 and made
it to E8 after two years.
Thanks,
Scott Walters
LTC, U.S. Army
8th Army, Yongsan Army Garrison, Republic of Korea
scott.walters@us.army.mil
Keywords: Ting, David Williams
Entry: 87526
Subject: ANYONE KNOW CHARLES GINDLESPERGER
Thomas Carroll wrote on November 1, 2013
City and State: JENNERSTOWN PA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for anybody who knew my grandfather PFC Charles
Gindlesperger from somerset county PA. all i know is he was with
the 17TH infantry. any help is greatly appreciated. he passed on 6
years ago and so his millions of stories are lost.
Keywords:
Entry: 87199
Subject: MAJ BILLY E FRITTS
Orville L. Dean wrote on September 13, 2013
City and State: FALLS CITY NE
Unit: HQ CO 1 ST BTN 17 TH REGT 7 TH INF DIV
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: we will surley miss mag fritts he would stop at our commo bunker
an have coffee with once in awhile on his way to the front was a
great officer an friend may he rest in peace
Keywords:
Entry: 87165
Subject: SGT. WILLIAM C. POLTA HQ CO I AND R PLATOON
William Polta wrote on September 6, 2013
City and State:
Unit: I AND R PLATOON KOREA
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords: HQS CO. INTELLIGENCE AND RECON. PLATOON SGT. KOREA
AND IT WAS COLD UP THERE.
Entry: 86598
Subject: LEROY D KOOPER, 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, 7TH INFANTRY DIVISION
Tonia Manriquez wrote on June 28, 2013
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: Hello I am trying to locate more information on Leroy D Kooper, I
have no further information except he was 17th Infantry Regiment,
7th Infantry Division he was killed in action on May 29, 1951. I
would love to hear from anyone that served with him and could share
stories or maybe even pictures of him. I am working on a family
Genealogy project and would love to add more information about him
and Honor him for all that he did, and all the Veterans that he had
served with. Thank-you for your time, I look forward to hearing
back from anyone with information that will help me out.
Keywords:
Entry: 86597
Subject: LEROY D KOOPER, 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, 7TH INFANTRY DIVISION
Tonia Manriquez wrote on June 28, 2013
City and State: ORE CITY TX
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: Hello I am trying to locate more information on Leroy D Kooper, I
have no further information except he was 17th Infantry Regiment,
7th Infantry Division he was killed in action on May 29, 1951. I
would love to hear from anyone that served with him and could share
stories or maybe even pictures of him. I am working on a family
Genealogy project and would love to add more information about him
and Honor him for all that he did, and all the Veterans that he had
served with. Thank-you for your time, I look forward to hearing
back from anyone with information that will help me out.
Keywords:
Entry: 86432
Subject: ANYONE THAT MAY KNOW CHARLES A. PRICE
Johnny Price wrote on June 4, 2013
City and State: NEWBURY OH
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father served in the 17th Regimental Combat Team in Korea. He
participated in the Inchon Invasion, as well as the Chosin
Resevior help to break out the Marines. He spoke of alot of
other engagements while he was there. He was wounded on his 18th
birthday, shot in his right forearm. He was a BAR rifleman in
his squad.
If anyone may know of him, I would appreciate some information
about him.
Thank you in advance.
Sincerely,
His son,
Johnny Price
Keywords: Inchon Invasion, Chosin Resevoir
Entry: 86196
Subject: 7TH INFANTRY DIVISION / 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT / 2ND BATTALION / F COMPANY
Ron Whittaker wrote on May 15, 2013
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My name is Ron Whittaker. My grandfather, Claude Francis
Whittaker, was a platoon Sgt. in F company of the 7th Infantry
Division / 17th Infantry Regiment. I am trying to find out as
much as I can about his service during the war. I have several
photos, including color photos, that i will share with anyone
who wants them. I have pictures of Kumwha Valley, Mundung-Ni,
Heartbreak Ridge, Golden Nugget, Hill 720, and some other
places that I am unable to identify. I have pictures of the
following people: Magnuson, Moore, Stedebaker, Jones, Grim,
McNair, McCall, Johnson, Wismintie, Harson, Posen,
Murphy,Jordainis, Caleo, Willie, Kim and Pete. The spellings
may be off. I have color photos of the mule used to carry ammo
up the hill. He was in Korea from October of 1951 to at least
October of 1952. Any help in identifying people, places,
battles, etc., would be very much appreciated.
Keywords: Iron Triangle, 17th infantry regiment, Buffalos, Mundung-ni, No
Name Hill, Kumwha valley, Hill 720
Entry: 86172
Subject: HOMER LEE CHOATE WIA
John Choate wrote on May 11, 2013
City and State: SEATTLE WA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am looking for more detailed information about
my Grandpa, Homer Lee Choate. He was part of the
17th Regiment of the 7th infantry Division.
All I can find is this info, and that he was
wounded in action on April 4th of 1951.
I would like to know how to find out his Company,
Platoon, the battles he fought in and if possible
anything else I can. He died in 1993, and he is
basically forgotten by all and I owe it to him to
find out anything I can.
All I really need is to be pointed in the right
direction to find out these things. Thank you...
Keywords:
Entry: 86157
Subject: JAMES RUSSELL FLETCHER WIA 12/21/51
Eva Damrill wrote on May 8, 2013
City and State: ANCHORAGE AK
Unit: SEVENTH INFANTRY DIVISION
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Great Grandfather was in the Korean War. I am doing a project for my school and was hoping that somebody had a few stories about James Russell Fletcher, and for those who knew him a little more personaly, Jammy (as a teen).
My Granfather was Squad Leader Staff Sergeant of the 7th Infantry Division.
Some may know him because he lost half of his left arm from trying to get rid of a hand grendade and recieved a silver star from it. Any stories, information, is very helpful for me
personally and my Gatto Project.
This really means a lot to me because I never really new much about him, but love him to
death.
Thanks.
Keywords:
Entry: 85993
Subject: HEAVY MORTAR COMPANY 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT LOTS OF PICTURES
Lori Boyd (Chapman) wrote on April 16, 2013
City and State: MOSES LAKE WA
Unit: HEAVY MORTAR COMPANY 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father, Clinton Edgar Chapman from La Junta, CO and Quincy, WA
was drafted into the army in April 1953. He received training at
Fort Ord CA and was deployed to Korea. He passed away last month
and while writing his obituary I found several rolls of
developed film taken in Korea and Japan. There are several other
soldiers in the pictures and a handful of the same guys often
appear. If you think you may be one of those gentlemen or
related to them, please contact me. I will look for the pictures
of tents with signs by them to see if they say anything other
than 17th Infantry etc. I will also look for any names written
on the pictures, there may be a few (I wasn't really focused the
first time through) but not many.
Keywords: Fort Ord CA, Heavy Mortar Company 17th Infantry Regiment, Korea
1953-55, Corporal Clinton Edgar Chapman
Entry: 85967
Subject: 17TH INFANTRY
Lloyd Moore wrote on April 14, 2013
City and State: CASTLE ROCK WA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My brother, Pvt. Rex Delon Moore, while serving as a Medic,
17th Infantry was killed in action March 17, 1953 near Yonchon,
Korea. He was administering first aid to a wounded comrad
without regard for his own safety when an enemy mortar round
landed near him and took his life. He was awarded a Silver
Star (posthumoulsy) for his gallantry.
If anyone can recall serving with him or has any additional
information about his service, I would appreciate hearing from
them. Thank you.
Keywords: Medical Company, 17th Infantry, Yonchon
Entry: 85828
Subject: WAYNE DOTSON
Thomas W. Dotson wrote on March 29, 2013
City and State: HARDY KY
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Thanks to all who served. My dad was in Korea, K
company 17th Reg., 7th Div. as far as I know. He
carried a BAR and fought in several battles. If
anyone knows anything about him please email me.
Thanks in advance.
Keywords: Seoul, Yalu River, Inchon
Entry: 85737
Subject: 17 INFANTRY REGIMENT
Carla Gotchie wrote on March 20, 2013
City and State: DEER RIVER MN
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Hello, I am looking for information on
my grandpa Edward Ernest Howard. He
served 1951-1954. He passed a while
ago. But if anyone recalls ever meeting
him or being there with please email me.
Id love to hear his story and yours also.
Since most documents were burned its
really hard to track him down through
resources we have.
Keywords:
Entry: 85712
Subject: THE 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT ASSOCIATION NEEDS YOUR HELP
Donald Shook JR. wrote on March 15, 2013
City and State: NEW KENSINGTON PA
Unit: 17TH INFANTRY
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: The Association is trying to document as much as it can
on the Korean War and we've been looking to scan
original color slides, photographs, and or documents
for our historic archives. All originals will be
returned to veteran and or their families. Help us
preserve your history for many generations. You can
reach me through this website, or the Association's
website. which is listed above at the start of this
page. Truth and Courage!
Keywords: 17th Infantry, Porkchop, Pork Chop, pork chop hill,
korea, korean war, 17th RCT, Triangle Hill, Yalu,
Inchon, kojedo, Alligator Jaws, Buffalo, Buffaloes
Entry: 85710
Subject: LOOKING FOR ANYONE FROM 17 INFANTRY I CO
Jose S. Madrid wrote on March 14, 2013
City and State: ALBUERQUE NM
Unit: 17 INFANTRY 7 DIVISION COMPANY I
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: If anyone remembers me please contact me. Would like to talk to
anyone from company I, 7th division , 17 infantry.
Keywords: Edward De Lara
Entry: 85707
Subject: ROY THOMPSON
Donald Shook JR. wrote on March 14, 2013
City and State: NEW KENSINGTON PA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Looking for information of CPT Roy Thompson Jr. who
served with the 17th Infantry Regimental HQs in 1952-
1953 under Colonel William Hardick .. also stared in
the 1953 3-D movie Cease Fire .. I know that he was
in bad shape a few years ago, but would like to make
contact with him or his family. *This is for a
project for the 17th Infantry Regiment Association.
Many thanks ..
Keywords: Cease Fire, 17th Infantry, Pork Chop Hill, Buffaloes
Entry: 85665
Subject: 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, 7TH INFANTRY DIVISION
Javiel (Harvey) Martinez wrote on March 8, 2013
Email Update Needed
City and State: MORGAN HILL CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My uncle was in the Army 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th
Infantry Division his name was Manuel Martinez Jr. was
Killed in action November 22nd.1951 . I would like to
know if there is anyone who maybe able to give me some
information on my uncle. History of the 7th in Korea
battles, pictures, areas of conflict . My uncle was
from Bracketville Tex. Any and all information would
be greatly appriciated. I'm doing this research for
our family history but mostly for my dad who still
thinks often of his younger brother.
God bless ,
Javiel E. Martinez
Keywords: 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division
Manuel Martinez Jr.
Entry: 85595
Subject: 7TH MED BN.
Robert Bowker wrote on February 28, 2013
City and State: HOMER NY
Unit: 7THMED BN
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords: Would like to hear from any one that was in the ambulance co of the
7th med bn in July 1951to April 1952
Entry: 85509
Subject: ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE KNOWN CHARLES DANA BLANKENSHIP
Randy Baker wrote on February 20, 2013
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Uncle Dana had a nickname of Shorty, he was about
5'3 and was from Hazard,Kentucky. He was in country
less than 4-5 months before being killed on September
2,1951. Family has no record of actually where he was
killed when he stepped on mine. Perhaps near Old
Baldy. Any information would be helpful
Keywords: 17th Infantry Reg. Do not know what company or
platoon. He was a rifleman.
Entry: 85496
Subject: CO I 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT
Skip Johnson wrote on February 18, 2013
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Recently passed and we just found out what unit he deployed with he
didn't talk much about the war and I think he was in korea for 3
months but not sure just wondering if anyone remembets him or
heard of him or could point me in the right direction on finding out
about him and his service and he has a korea service metal with one
bronze device just curious what campaign that could have been
Keywords: PV2 Edward G Crawford from New Jersey trenton area
17th infantry regiment I company
Entry: 85444
Subject: AUBREY COLE
Doug Hawes wrote on February 13, 2013
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments:
Keywords: Hi I'm looking for information regarding Aubrey Cole
and his service in the Korean War, esp. in the 7th on
Pork Chop Hill.
God Bless your service!
Doug
Entry: 85030
Subject: 17 RCT 17 TANK .CO/7 TH DIV
Herman Di Claudio wrote on December 23, 2012
City and State: SANDUSKY OH
Unit: 17 TH TANK
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords: korea war 1950 to 1952
Entry: 84831
Subject: 17TH REGIMENT 7TH INFANTRY HEAVY WEAPONS PLATOON KOREA
Salvatore Giunta wrote on November 28, 2012
City and State: SOUTHHAMPTON N.
Unit: 7TH DIV 17TH REGIMENT HEAVY WEAPONS PLATOON
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Looking for survivors of No-Name Hill Battle Where I was wounded, and any of the medical personnel who took care of me, 7th Division, 17th regiment, Heavy Weapon's Division
Keywords: Fought on Punch Bowl Hill,Pork Chop Hill, I was wounded on No-Name Hill, Our Platoon was wiped out and I'm one of the only survivors , I am looking for other survivor's of that battle.
Entry: 84784
Subject: LOOKING FOR MY BUDDIES
Winfred Clark SR. wrote on November 23, 2012
Email Update Needed
City and State: CHESTERFIELD VA
Unit: 7 DIV 17TH IN GEOGRE COMPANY
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Looking for old buddies! Especailly Eugene Brown!!!
Keywords: Pork Chop Hill,Old Baldy
Entry: 84700
Subject: 7TH INF SEPT 1-3,1951 BATTLE FOR OLD BALDY
Stephens Clark wrote on November 15, 2012
City and State: WHITEHALL OH
Unit: 7TH INFANTRY
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am trying to find information of my Father Donald
Eugene Clark rank E-1 DOB 11/18/1928 he served with the
7th INF i do not know the company or battalion name.
Keywords: Father being wounded at the battle of Old Baldy his
records show he was Wounded on Sept 1,1951
Entry: 84645
Subject: KEN RUTHERFORD KIA
Richard (Dick) Zoerb wrote on November 11, 2012
City and State: NASHUA NH
Unit: HDQTRS. CO., 1ST BN., 31ST R.C.T., 7TH DIV.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I am interested in contacting anyone who knew Ken or is a relative of his. He was k.i.a. Oct. 14, 1952. I have letters to give to any relative.
Keywords: Personal friend
Entry: 84309
Subject: SGT. KEN POPDAN
Dan Mathis wrote on October 1, 2012
City and State: IL
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Ken Popdan was my grandfather, he survived the war but
died a civilian before I was born.. Would love to hear
from someone who knew him, I do have several pictures of
him in Korea some with others serving with him which also
may interest anyone who knew him .. thank you .. God
bless
Keywords: 1953, sorg, 17th infantry , apo7
Entry: 84300
Subject: BOB HAMER
Doug Essig wrote on September 30, 2012
Email Update Needed
City and State: BRIDGMAN MI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Anyone serve with Bob Hamer?
Keywords: company D, 17th inf Reg, 1st Bn, 7th division
Entry: 84219
Subject: NORRIS L. PICKENS CO. A, 17TH INFANTRY
Connie Nation wrote on September 22, 2012
Email Update Needed
City and State: DAINGERFIELD TX
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Looking for anyone who knew my father, Norris L.
Pickens. He went to school in San Luis Obisbo to be
a signal man. Arrived in Inchon Korea July 4th 1953.
Assigned to a bunker on Hill 200 to man a water
cooled machine gun from 6-11 July 1953. He remembers
Lt Shea and Col Read, a soldier called Garrett and
another nicknamed Rusty. He was pulled from Hill 200
on the 11th of July and went north to the DMZ area
where he was assigned as the NCO of Operations and
Training at Battalion HQ, 17th Infantry. He stayed
there until he came home to El Paso TX in July 1954.
My father is now 82 years old and would love dearly
to hear from anyone who remembers him.
Keywords: Company A, 17th Infantry. Corporal Norris Pickens,
Hill 200 from 6-11 July 1953
Entry: 84185
Subject: SON OF BERT O. CLARK, 17TH INFANTRY REG
Harvey Clark wrote on September 17, 2012
City and State: LAVERNIA TX
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Just looking to see if anyone was or did deploy with
my father. He apparently joined up with the 17th as
they transitioned through Japan, at Camp Zama around
august of 1951. He is now deceased, but of the three
sons, my being the youngest he has only opened up to
me about WWII, Korea or VietNam due to my limited
ability to understand him as a fellow soldier. It was
always hard for him to speak or open up, but it would
be good for me and to share with my brothers a better
understanding of him.
v/r Harvey Clark, USAF SMSGT (Retired)
Keywords: MSG Bert O. Clark, 17th Inf Regiment
Entry: 83987
Subject: REMEMBERING PHILIP LOUGHMAN
Patricia McDevitt wrote on August 22, 2012
City and State: MIDDLETOWN NJ
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: Philip Loughman was a sergeant in the US Army. He was killed in action in Korea on June 12, 1953.
Philip Loughman's mother, Margaret Reddy Loughman, and my mother immigrated to the United States together from Ireland.
Philip was her only child.
I do not remember Philip because I was too young to
know him, but I knew his mother. She was a lovely and
special person. She died almost thirty years ago.
Whenever I read or hear about the Korean War, I think
of it in terms of the tragedy that took Philip's life
and devastated his mother's life. She was never
bitter or filled with self-pity. She was a person of
great character, strength and grace.
I hope they are at peace.
Keywords:
Entry: 83647
Subject: PVT FIRST CLASS SONNY B SIMPSON
Saundra Butler wrote on July 15, 2012
Email Update Needed
City and State: CARLISLE KY
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I would like to post my father's Citation from
Headquarters 7th Division United States Army - My
father Sonny B Simpson was awarded the Silver Star
Medal. He also received the Purple Heart, The Bronze
Star, and other medals. I had been trying to work
with the Army so that my father could receive his
awards and unfortunately he received them the week
after his death. My father passed away on October
15, 1999.
Private First Class Sonny B. Simpson, US52852011,
Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company K,
17th Infantry, distinguished himself by gallantry in
action near Tang-Wan-Ni, Korea, on 16 June 1952.
Private First Class SIMPSON was an automatic rifleman
in a squad which was in assault of Hill 528 against a
heavily fortified enemy. As his squad advanced, the
enemy laid down a huge amount of fire from the
protection of their bunker. Private First Class
SIMPSON was wounded early in the assault but refused
evacuation and continued delivering accurate fire on
the enemy position. As the friendly squad approached
the enemy bunker, a heavy barrage of mortar and
artillery was fired upon them, producing several
casualities. Upon attempting to withdraw, the
friendly squad was subjected to heavy small arms
fire. In spite of the fact that he himself was
wounded, Private First Class SIMPSON deliberately
exposed himself to the small arms fire to assist in
the evacuation of his wounded comrades. He was the
last man in his squad to leave the hill and then came
down carrying one of the friendly casualties. The
heroic action and fierce determination in the face of
a numerically superior enemy reflects great credit
uon Private First Class SIMPSON and his actions are
in keeping with the highest traditions of the
military service. Entered the Federal service from
the State of Kentucky. L. L. Lemnitzer, Major
General U S Army Commanding
Keywords: June 16, 1952 - Company K, 17th Infantry, Tang-Wan-
Ni, Korea - Hill 528
Entry: 83561
Subject: 2ND BATTALION, 17TH INFANTRY, F COMPANY, THE BUFFALOES
Ron Whittaker JR. wrote on July 6, 2012
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Grandfather, Frank Whittaker, was a platoon sgt.
in the Korean War in the above listed unit. I
recently found a photo album with pictures and names,
some of them overlooking heartbreak ridge. A lot of
the photos list the location as Hill 720. If you knew
anyone in this unit, and would like to have the
pictures, you can e mail me I am looking for anyone who
knew my grandfather or may have information on
battles this unit was involved in.
Keywords: Pork Chop Hill, 17th Infantry, F Company, Buffaloes
Entry: 83411
Subject: JACK LYNN PERRY
Jack Gunter wrote on June 20, 2012
City and State: SULPHUR LA
Unit: 1/17 INFANTRY HHC SCOUT PLATOON
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Just looking for anyone who may have served with jack Lynn Perry.
Not much is know about him in Korea. Just would like to talk to one
veteran to another about him.
Keywords: Grandfather,1/17 infantry, jack Lynn perry, Kia, veteran, Sage
Romeo.
Entry: 83340
Subject: DOES ANYONE KNOW OR REMEMBER MY FATHER
Jean Gebhard wrote on June 13, 2012
City and State: POTTSTOWN PA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: My fathers name was Charles Burtis Cox and he was a
Heavy Vehicle Driver in the 17th Inf. Reg. He may
have gone by the nick name Burt. I am researching my
family history and wanted to know if any of you may
have known him while he was in Korea.
Keywords:
Entry: 83294
Subject: KW60 CERTIFICATE (DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE)
Charles Koppelman wrote on June 9, 2012
Email Update Needed
City and State: MONROE TWP NY
Unit: 17TH MEDICAL CO.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Charles Koppelman
KW60 Ambassador
.
My name is Charles Koppelman from New Jersey and I
have been recently recognized by the Department of
Defense 60th Anniversary of the Korean War (KW60)
Commemoration Committee as your KW60 Ambassador.
The Committee, a three-year program initiated in
2010, seeks to honor the service and sacrifice of
Korean War Veterans, commemorate the key events of
the war, and educate Americans about the Korean Wars
significance.
The Korean War is often referred as The Forgotten
War As a KW60 Ambassador, I hope to propel Korean
War Veterans and their contribution to greater public
awareness. I will focus on establishing a local voice
of sincere appreciation for the selfless service and
sacrifices that Korean War Veterans made on behalf of
all Americans
As part of the program, I plan to thank and honor as
many of our treasured Korean War Veterans (June 25,
1950 July 27, 1953) as possible in a heartfelt and
meaningful way.
If you are a Korean War Veteran (June 25, 1950 July
27, 1953) interested in being recognized with an
official Certificate of Appreciation sent to you by
the Department of Defense and signed by the Secretary
of Defense Leon E. Panetta, you may Email me
The following information is requested: (PLEASE
PRINT)
Service Branch ______________ Rank ________________
First and Last Name
__________________________________________________
Street Address
______________________________________________________
City ________________________ State ________________
Zip Code _________
Email address optional
_______________________________________________
Keywords:
Entry: 83175
Subject: CPL. LUCIEN HALL
Michael Hall SR. wrote on May 28, 2012
City and State: MA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Uncle, Cpl. Lucien Hall, was a member of Co. C
17th Infantry and according to a newspaper article
from Dec. 1953 he was decorated for heroism from
events near Sokkogae, Korea on July 9, 1953. He is
still alive but to this day will not discuss anything
about the war. My cousin told me he had been awarded
the Bronze Star for his actions. I'm trying to find
out how to go about trying to find the story about
what happened. I've searched the internet high and lo
and can only find general stories of the battle that
occured that day at Pork Chop Hill. Any ideas of how
to possibly find out these circumstances would be
greatly appreciated.
Keywords: Pork Chop Hill, Bronze Star
Entry: 83023
Subject: GUARDSMAN IN THE ORDER OF THE BUFFALO
Gerard Koehler wrote on May 15, 2012
Email Update Needed
City and State: KENOSHA WI
Unit: ARMY RETIRED
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I just received a letter or memorandum in bad shape
but can see some of the letterhead (Headquarters 17th
Infantry and APO 7 or maybe 1), my Dad's name (First
Lt. John J. Koehler, alot of the text of the
letter/memo, with the date 4th Day of November
Nineteen Hundred and Fifty - one following 'We have
elected and do appoint him a GUARDSMAN in the ORDER
OF THE BUFFALO, to rank as such from the 4 th day of
November Nineteen Hundred and Fifty one'.
If available, a good copy would be appreciated along
with any information you may have on my Dad. He
graduated from the USMA June 1950 and just seeking
any info on him. My Dad is still alive after 40 year
career in the Army, including USMA, but doesn't seem
to recognize the children anymore.
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Entry: 83012
Subject: MAJ WILLIAM H AKINS
William Akins JR. wrote on May 14, 2012
City and State: SHEFFIELD AL
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father William H Akins was a Major in the 17th. I know
very little about his service. He rarely spoke of the
war. If anyone can tell me about him or stories about his
service it would be greatly appreicated
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Entry: 82551
Subject: 17TH INF REG 7TH INF DIV
Dwayne Emery wrote on March 22, 2012
City and State: PHOENIX AZ
Unit: 1ST BATTALLION 37TH ARMOR DIV
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: my father was wouned on 3-9-1951 shot in head awarded
purple heart I have some pictures but i dont know who
they are no names on back i do remember he talked
about a buddy name Otis Crow if you would like to
talk or anything let me know would welcome any info
you have or i can provide
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Entry: 82494
Subject: CHUPA-RI - ALOHA FROM MAUI, HAWAII
Elaine Kahoohanohano-Schultz wrote on March 17, 2012
Email Update Needed
City and State: WAILUKU HI
Unit: CO. H, 17TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, 7TH INFANTRY DIVISI
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who served with my
brother in the battle in the vicinity of Chupa-ri in 1951.
Thank you,
Elaine Kahoohanohano-Schultz
Keywords: P.F.C. Anthony T. Kahoohanohano
Entry: 82451
Subject: JOHN C. (MOUSIE) CLIFFORD, C CO
Kim Schaffle (Clifford) wrote on March 13, 2012
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father was wounded during battle on Pork Chop Hill
on July 3, 1952. I have some pictures of him with
Army buddies. His nickname was Mousie. I was
wondering if there's any Veterans that may have known
him.
Keywords: C Co., 17th Infantry, 7th Inf Div
Entry: 82365
Subject: LOKING FOR FRIENDS
Lloyd Pirl wrote on March 6, 2012
City and State: HVASSER NA
Unit: HQ CO 1ST BAT 7 DIV 17 TH INF
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I WAS WORKING IN THE HQ AND LATER BECAME THE MAILMAN.
GREAT JOB.
Keywords: A BUDDY FOUND ME. NOW I AM HOPING TO FIND OTHER
MEMBERS OF OUR COMPANY.THE BUDDY IS RICHARD FERRANDS LIVING IN UPSTATE NEW YORK NOW.
Entry: 82350
Subject: LOCATE/BUDDIES
William R. (Duffy) Duffy wrote on March 4, 2012
Deceased
City and State: SIMI VALLEY CA
Unit: 17TH REGT. FOX CO.1ST PLATOON
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Locate/Lt. Minataki,Sgt. Snerd, William H.Akins,
Robert L. Barnes
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Entry: 82334
Subject: ROBERT RENNEMAN
Sharon Hoeh wrote on March 3, 2012
City and State: PERRYVILLE MO
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: My mother was engaged to Robert Renneman keeping his
letters tied in a purple ribbon. Since her passing
we've read the letters. He seemed like a wonderful
man and was wanting to know more about him.
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Entry: 82325
Subject: WIA
William J. Sellers wrote on March 3, 2012
City and State:
Unit: CO M, 17TH INF REGT, 7TH INF DIV
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Omitted from the unit, probably because of another
with the same name. Mine Ser # 5494 (last four)
Keywords: Pork Chop, WIA, Mar 1952