Entry: 58926
Subject: COMPANY L 7TH INFANTRY 3RD DIVISION
Pam Kruschke wrote on September 17, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: PRIOR LAKE MN
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My dad was in this battle, was wounded and was treated in the field. He recieved the Purple Heart but has misplaced it and his records went up in a fire.
His name is James W. Johnson originally from St. Cloud, Mn. He was also a boxer in the Army-they called him Lefty or Jolting Jim. He was fighting under Capt. William T. Lyons on hill #284 when they came under attack. He needs to find anyone else who was at this battle and observed his injuries so he can get the benefits that he deserves. Any help out there would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Pam Kruschke
Keywords: Sept. 6-7, 1951 Hill 284 Near Chorwon Korea Company L 7th Infantry 3rd division
Entry: 58895
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON DENMAN G. BOOTON 31ST INF. REG, 7TH INF DIV.
Lee Booton wrote on September 14, 2006
City and State: ANKENY IA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Would like any military information of Boot Camp, Duty Stations and service in the military as well as military or other photos of this family member Denman G. Booton to be place in a large volume book of The Brave Boys of The BOOTON/BOOTEN Family and Relation That Fought In The Armed Forces Of The United States Of America Since 1712.
Keywords:
Entry: 58821
Subject: 31ST INFANTRY REGIMENT
Joy Graves wrote on September 9, 2006
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City and State: COTTAGE GROVE OR
Unit: UNSURE
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Am looking for as much information on my fathers military history. I know he was a PFC when taken prisoner in WW2 from the Philippines, served 3.5 years in I believe Osaka camp chikko. Would like detailed info on that. Also what titles of battles he was in during the Korean conflict; he was SFC in 31st and drove a tank he'd named "Betty". His name is Raymond W. Graves Jr., enlisted out of So. California. Was predominantly in Army but also was in the Air Corps a few terms also. Anyone with information Please consider sharing with myself and our family. Thank You and God Bless all you Veterns- you're ALL heros!! Thank you for your sacrafice
Keywords: WW2 Asiatic pacific theatre, corregidor, POW
31st Infantry regiment in Korean Conflict, tank driver
Entry: 58549
Subject: WHAT HAPPENED TO FOX COMPANY 2ND BATTALION 31ST REGIMENT 1949-51 JAPAN AND KOREA
Raul Rudy Reyes SR. wrote on August 18, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: LA PUENTE CA
Unit: FOX COMPANY-31REGIMENT-7 INFANTRY
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: what happen to the fox company members that served in Japan, under captain fife 1949, 1950 and51
Keywords: chosin few, pro-patria
Entry: 58415
Subject: THE LUCKY ONES
John Clifton wrote on August 9, 2006
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City and State: WEST PALM BEACH FL
Unit: CO. B. 31ST. INF. 7TH DIV.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: My friends and I (from South Philadelphia) joined the army in Aug. 1946. there were six of us ,the war was over and there was no work so we all joined for 18 months. We all thought that we could hang by our thombs for that time. We were all sent to Korea after basic training .
There was Joe Dallasandro, Ralph Olivo, Tony Nardello, Valentino Iadanza ,Tony Piccone , And myself John Clifton.
We were lucky that we joined because all of our other friends were drafted in 1950. So we missed the war and glad of that. All of my friends have passed on now , they were all great guys and I am the only one remaining .
It was nice that we were all in the 31st. at the same time. I don't remember the men that I was with in Co.B
The memory is about gone.
Keywords: From Nov. 1946 to Nov. 1947
Entry: 58364
Subject: ANY ONE IN MED CO 31ST 8-25-1950=0CT 27-1951
Jerry Austin wrote on August 3, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: CHILDRESS TX
Unit: MED CO 31ST INF RED 7TH INF DIV.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: this is not a new entry,But I am still seeking someone who served in the medical co from 9-1-1950 to 0ct 1951 I was assigned to g company at koto ri and k company in the kumwa valley and a ranger co near old baldy.
Keywords: inchon iwon hamhung,koto re kuma valley
Entry: 58122
Subject: MASTER SERGEANT JAMES F DUNCAN
Tom Duncan wrote on July 17, 2006
City and State: SALINAS CA
Unit: COMPANY K, 31ST INFANTRY
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I'm MSgt Duncans' son, and looking for anyone who knew and served with him during December of 1950, in particular on that fateful day of December 2nd when Company K came under fire from the enemy entrenched at a strong road block. My father has passed, never spoke of this time, and I'm gathering information for my son, grandson, and nephew.
Keywords: Koto-ri, 2 December 1950, Chosin Reservoir, Company K
Entry: 58043
Subject: SCOUTS OUT
Andres Stewart wrote on July 10, 2006
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords: I was at Camp Casey 1/31 (M) CSC 1976-1977.
If anyone of the "Brothers hood for life are out there lets get in touch
Entry: 57876
Subject: RICHARD (DICK) ERIC MUSSER
Michele Kats wrote on June 28, 2006
City and State: OVERLAND PARK KS
Unit: 31ST INFANTRY MEDICAL OFFICER
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My grandfather was a medical officer whose good friend seems to be a Joe Mallia. I'd would love to hear from anyone who knew my grandfather during these years.
Keywords: Joe Mallia, Kerwin, Nolan
Entry: 57751
Subject: 7TH DIV/31INF REG, L CO.
Chelsey Stahl wrote on June 22, 2006
City and State:
Unit: 7TH DIV/31INF REG, L CO.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords: Im looking for anyone who might know my grandfather. John W. Stahl He was in the 7th Div/31 Inf Reg,L Comapny, in Korea and was injured but not severely following a battle for (I believe) hill 598 on Oct 14,1952. He has been looking for a friend named Carl who was from Sheboygan,WI and I have been having trouble finding him also. If there is anyone with any information or photos PLEASE email me and let me know! Thanks!
Entry: 57693
Subject: FRIENDS OF JOE MACK HARPER..WE NEED YOUR HELP
Laura (Anderson) Way wrote on June 18, 2006
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: The Family of Joseph Mack Harper would like some help from the men who served with the Communications Platoon, Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment who were with the unit when they were stationed in Japan before going to Korea. Joe Harper had about 250 photos from the time he spent in Japan and the identity of most of the men is unknown. There is a boot camp photo of 22 men pictured with their names signed on the front. Many of these men were KIA or MIA in Korea. And there are many other photos of other men not in the main photo.
Joseph Mack Harper died at Chosin and his remains were never recovered. The Harper family has no photos or letters from Joe after he went to Korea. It is their desire to first identify the men in these pictures and then to share with others.
In Joe's Niece's own words.... I would be happy to forward any of the pix (group or otherwise) to anyone
who may use it for ID-ing or helping in any way... I am also willing to
share the pix to other families, which was an original hope of our family's,
sharing the wonderful things we found and sharing information to learn
about his life... we have no photos after he left Japan, so Korea pix would
be precious to us... But no, no one in other families has contacted me...
If you are a Veteran from this Unit, please contact Joyce at celestialprincess@cox.net so we can find out the names of these Heroes.
We remember that Freedom has a Cost.
Keywords: Chosin, MIA, photos, 31st Inf Regiment
Entry: 57503
Subject: 7TH DIV. 31ST INF. REGT. GUNNER 57 RECOILESSMAXDESID
Sidney Singletary SR. wrote on June 4, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: CHESTER PE
Unit: ABLE COMPANY 7TH 31ST DIV.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: The best damned gunner in chosen
Keywords: SS MARINE ADDER FR SEATTLE TO JAPAN PORK CHOP JANE RUSSEL HILLS
Entry: 57462
Subject: COUNTERFIRE PLATOON 31ST INFANTRY 1953-4
Lee Wolfe wrote on June 1, 2006
City and State: FALLS CHURCH VA
Unit: HQ-HQ #1ST INF COUNGTERFIRE PLATOON
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: If you were at Camp Casey 31 August 1953 you might remember me. I won the "Best Individual Soldier" contest and won a trip to Hong Kong.
Keywords: Minnesota Line, Camp Casey (1953), Phillipinos,
Remember how quiet is was on the line the night they signed the truce? Erie wasn't it?
Entry: 56915
Subject: LOOKING FOR VETERANS WHO KNEW MY UNCLE.
Alfonso Mejia wrote on April 30, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: HAWTHORNE CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for Korean War veterans who knew my uncle.
Pfc Gutierrez,Jose Roberto (KIA)2Dec1950
Keywords: Jose Roberto Gutierrez Pfc-E3
L Co. 31st Inf.Rgt. 7th Inf Div.
(KIA)2Dec1950
Entry: 56666
Subject: PORKCHOP HILL MEDIC
James Harvey JR. wrote on April 14, 2006
City and State: BALTIMORE MD
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am one of 2 sons of James N. Harvey, who served as a combat medic in Korea. I am sorry to report that he has passed away on 18 March, 2006, of complications from lung cancer.
At the time James Harvey was stationed at Porkchop Hill, he was a Corporal.
General orders number 564, dated 2 Sep 1953, states the following:
CPL JAMES N. HARVEY, US51171977, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Mecical Company, 31st Infantry, distinguished himself by heroic achievement near Mak Tong, Korea. On 16 June 1953, CPL HARVEY and his comrades proceeded to screen the area for some wounded members of another friendly patrol. As CPL HARVEY and his comrades moved over the crest of a hill, they noticed that two men were moving about the area. Upon advancing further, CPL HARVEY and his comrades were fired upon by the enemy. Seeing two friendly wounded, CPL HARVEY'S comrades laid down a steady stream of fire and enabled the casualties to crawl to safety. CPL HARVEY then administered first aid and assisted in evacuating them to the aid station. Then CPL HARVEY and his comrades made radio contact with four other friendly wounded and they moved through exposed positions, in full view of the enemy, and did not leave the area until they had carried the men to safety. The heroic actions of CPL HARVEY reflect great credit on himself and the military service.
Also listed on the general orders are the actions of three other men: CPL FLOYD L. HAMM, PFC HOWARD L. WINDER, and PVT DANIEL A. FLANAGAN.
My dad never told me any stories about the time he spent in the Korean War, except that he was made a medic in a hurry for this war, and sent right out to the front lines. On the first day there, he witnessed a soldier's foot being blown off; and administered first aid to the soldier. I have a few photos of his buddies out in the field. None of them have names written anywhere, so these men are anonymous to me.
I also joined the regular Army in the 80's as a medic. Luckily for me, I never had to serve in wartime. When I joined, the only thing my dad had to say was, "Good luck".
Now that he's gone, I'd like to hear a little about his friends in the Army. Please contact me with any information that you may have. The "forgotten war" is only a label. There are many of us who will never forget the bravery of our servicemen.
Keywords: Porkchop Hill, medic, Bronze Star, Mak Tong
Entry: 56397
Subject: ANYONE SERVE WITH ROBERT BAXTER 31ST INFANTRY?
Sandy Baxter wrote on March 26, 2006
City and State: BLAINE MN
Unit: 31ST INFANTRY, 7TH DIVISION, 3RD BATTALION
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I'm looking for anyone who served and or knew my father Robert Baxter, from Cambridge, MN. He was in the 31st infantry, 3rd battalion, 7th division. Pioneer Ammunitions Platoon. I know he was on the Main Line of Resistance by Pork Chop Hill, and spent a large amount of time on Triangle Hill and many other hills. I would love to hear from you, and I'm sure he would too! Thanks!
Keywords: 31st infantry, 3rd Battalion, 7th Division, Pioneer Ammunitions Platoon. Hill #'s 1062, 598, 604, Alligator Jaws, White Horse Mountain, Triangle Hill, Kumhwa Valley, The Iron Triangle, Etc...
Entry: 56211
Subject: THE HISTORY OF CO B IN KOREA ARIL 1951 TO JUNE 2 1952
John Suardini wrote on March 13, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: SCOTTSDALE AZ
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords:
Entry: 56060
Subject: HARLAN A. LEOS
Ronald Meade wrote on March 1, 2006
City and State: CONNELLSVILLE PA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Looking for anyone who knew Harlan A. Leos. Black Male age 26-27. Killed on Pork Chop Hill March 23rd 1953. Would like to know how he was killed, time of day or night and any circumstances surrounding his death
Keywords: Battle for Pork Chop Hill 31st Inf Regt 7th Inf Div
Entry: 55972
Subject: DOUGLAS G MITCHELL 31ST INF REG G CO AND I CO
Manny Robles wrote on February 25, 2006
City and State: VISTA CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: Doug is looking for anyone that remembers him at Chosin Resv. He was in G Co. and later transfered to I Co. He would appreciate hearing from someone who there.
Keywords: Inchon, Pusan, Chosin Reservoir, Hung-nam
Entry: 55969
Subject: PRO PATRIA
Doughboy Bellmore wrote on February 25, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: HEBRON IN
Unit: C CO. 1ST 31ST INF. MECH. 3RD PLATOON
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Stopped by to see whats shakin ! Hope all is well with everyone. Pro Patria ! Peace doughboy
Keywords: Pro Patria
Entry: 55773
Subject: SEARCHING FOR INFO ON HEARTBREAK RIDGE POW DELMAR MILLER IN PRISON CAMP 5
Robert Miller wrote on February 16, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: SAN DIEGO CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Delmar was in Company K, 31st Inf Reg, 7th Div. He was on Heartbreak Ridge and pulled Ray Mendoza off the hill before being captured. Everyone else in his company was killed. He was in Camp 5 for 23 months and participated in the "POW Olympics". If you have any info we would appreciate it as he won't talk too much about the war and Camp 5. We have younger neices and nephews who are just now realizing what a hero he is. Thank you for serving and for your information!!
Keywords: Company K, 31st Inf Reg, 7th Division. Prison Camp 5, Heartbreak Ridge, Ray Mendoza of San Diego CA. Jimmy Pinkston Jacksonville, N.C. Ambush Patrol at Pangdangdong-Ni, Korea
Entry: 55595
Subject: JACK SLACK SEARCH CLOSED
Tom Sheehan wrote on February 6, 2006
City and State: SAUGUS MA
Unit: HQ - HQ CO 1ST BN 31ST REGT
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: In closure to the Pro Patria outfit: For those who might have known of my years-long search for John R. Slack, a most memorable comrade who served with me at HQ Co 1st Bn 31st Inf Regiment, Korea 1951-52, I must provide this latest information, all of which came as a result of an on-going assist from former Saugonian and historical artist Jeff Fiovaranti and his pal Tim Perkins, a Viet Nam veteran. John R. Jack Slack, RA12370942, M/Sgt, U.S. Army, born 8 Jun 1931, died 9 Mar 1990 and was buried shortly thereafter at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery in Texas. The only survivor information available is "a sister Helen," married name unknown, address unknown, (who was married at Albany, NY years ago and moved to California; this info was provided by neighbors on Van Schoik Avenue in Albany when Beth and I knocked on every door on that street in 2002 looking for information on Jack, who lived at 17 Van Schoik at the time of his enlistment). Confirmation of the above details was defined by his Army serial number. Jack is buried at Section PG Site 16D, Fort Bliss National Cemetery. I wish that I could advise all the John R. Slacks uncovered in my search and whom I talked to over the years; they all were most gracious and interested, especially the Marine vet in Kansas or Iowa who said, at the end of a sparkling 40 minute telephone conversation, "When you find your pal, Tom, let me know if he's as good looking as me." I am indebted to those who kept up their interest and who often asked about the search, with deepest thanks to Jeff Fiovaranti and his pal Tim Perkins, aware of the unbreakable bonds we are sometimes gifted with. May that sparkler and memorable comrade, Jack Slack, rest in eternal peace.
Keywords: Col. Kim, Bob Breda, Stan Kujawski, Londo Leuter, Capt Ado Commido, Earl Peterson, Bob Walker, Radio Section and Wire Section, Kumbanchero, Pops Bill Podgurski of Ct.
Entry: 55453
Subject: SEARCHING FOR LT. JOHN C CARDEN GA.
Edward Piana wrote on January 28, 2006
City and State: CANTON MA
Unit: MED CO 31ST INFANTRY REGT KOREA
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Would love to hear what has transpired over the past half century and more.
Keywords:
located at/near Sangmago-Ri North Korea
area of Old Baldy and Westview
Entry: 55437
Subject: SEARCHING
Dave Whisnant SR. wrote on January 27, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: MD.HTS. MI
Unit: 31ST.INF. REG.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: would like to hear from anyone who might know me.
Keywords: triangle hill ..jane russel.old baldy.tiger hill outpost.amoust others.
Entry: 55221
Subject: LOOKING FOR ROSTER OF MEDICAL CO.31ST INF REG 7TH DIV.FROM SEPT 1950 TO OCT 1951
Jerry Austin SR. wrote on January 17, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: CHILDRESS TX
Unit: MED CO 31ST INF REG 7TH.DIV
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I would like a roster of the men who served with the medical co 31st inf reg during sept1950 to oct 1951.also anyone who served with co k from april 1951 to oct 1951.
Keywords: first battle inchon suwon hill 113 iwon north korea,koto ri hamhung taegue south korea kumwa valley south korea .served from sept.1950 to oct 1951
Entry: 55185
Subject: KING CO. OCTOBER 1952
Winfred Simpkins wrote on January 15, 2006
City and State: PORT RICHEY FL
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I was on hill 598 october 14 1952 on out post near star hill october 26
Keywords:
Entry: 54836
Subject: 31ST INV. DIV. , COMPANY B
Gary Hammel wrote on December 25, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: Looking for any information about my father Private first class Matthew Hammel. He served in the 31st , company B on Old baldy, and Pork Chop. My father never really spoke of his military past. PLease if anyone can share stories or information it would be appreciated.
Keywords: Pork Chop (Hill 177)May 1952, Old baldy March 1952
Entry: 54819
Subject: UPDATE ON ENTRY
Jerry Austin SR. wrote on December 24, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: CHILDRESS TX
Unit: 31ST INF REG 7TH INF DIV MEDICAL CO.
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: rotated from north korea october 27th 1951 would likw to hear from anyone who served with the medical company 31st or king company from april 1951 to oct 1951.Our company co was kia at chosen a capt wamble.
Keywords: inchon,suwon,osan hill 113,iwon north korea hamhung koto ri,tague south korea and the kumwa valley old baldy and porkchop hill.
Entry: 54777
Subject: 31ST INF. REGT TI AND E UNIT 1955 TO 1957
Bill Sanborn JR. wrote on December 21, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: BRADFORD VT
Unit: 31ST INFANTRY REGT. HQ - HQ CO. TI-E
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: If you served with me and recognize my name, I would like to locate a friend by the name of Al Leibertrou Thanks for your time. Bill Sanborn In Vermont
Keywords: Service Period. 1955-1957 trying to locate Bill Wills or Staff Sgt. Grassi, or any one who served with me. I was editor of the Bear Facts, the Regt. Newspaper.
Entry: 54702
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO
Michael Bailey wrote on December 17, 2005
City and State:
Unit: 225 FSB
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I am looking for anybody who might have any knowlege of Max Bailey. He was declaired KIA at Chosen, which means someone saw him die. If anybody did, i would like to know how.
Keywords: Iraq Vet
Entry: 54693
Subject: K CO. WIA
Roger J. Lueckenhoff wrote on December 16, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: ROLLA MO
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I'm posting this for a friend, John Lynn who was a buddy of mine in the 160th Regt, 40th Div. until he transferred to K Co., 31st Regt. in the fall of 1951.
On or about May 5, 1952, John was wounded when he tripped a land mine.
I would like to hear from anyone who may have served with John and who would have knowledge of his being wounded and/or of the specific location of the 31st Regt. in early May 1952.
Keywords: Personal friend, John Lynn
K Co, 31st Regt., 7th Division
Entry: 53884
Subject: 31ST REGIMENT, 7TH DIVISION - SEPT, 1950 - SEPT, 1951
James Kelly wrote on November 2, 2005
City and State: MILFORD CT
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father, John C. Kelly, of The Bronx, NY, served in Korea with the 31st Regiment in the 7th Division from September, 1950 until he was wounded in September, 1951. As a soldier, he received a Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star, Silver Star, Good Conduct Medal, Markmanship Awards and the Purple Heart. As a person, he is 6-ft-6, and has always been as thin as can be. I am in search of any photos that anyone may have of him, or his unit, as we have not been able to locate any.
I appreciate any info anyone may have.
Keywords:
Entry: 53829
Subject: E CO 31ST REGT 7 INF DIV
Carol Palazzo wrote on October 29, 2005
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for anyone who knew Harry Palazzo from Akron, Ohio 1951-1952. I have several snapshots of he and friends but no names. He would never talk about Korea and now I would like our children to know some of the history. I know he was in E Co. of the 31st Reg. I also know he swam in the Yalu river.
Keywords:
Entry: 53810
Subject: SFC ROY BEDDINGFIELD
Brian Beddingfield wrote on October 28, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: HENDERSONVILLE NC
Unit: 0031ST INF.REG-1ST BGD 7TH INF-GERMANY
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: anyone know my granfather?
Keywords: 31st inf reg/SGT./SSGT./SFC/MSGT./SGT.MAJOR/ Roy E.Beddingfield./Japan/HQ and HQ Co co./CIC/-(WIA)12-2-50 and 1-19-51
Entry: 53740
Subject: SFC ROY BEDDINGFIELD
Brian Beddingfield wrote on October 25, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: HENDERSONVILLE NC
Unit: 31ST INF REGT. 7TH INFANTRY DIV
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: looking for anyone who may have photos or anything that might include/regard my late grandfather.He retired a sgt. major in 66?, 2 P.H.s in Korea. VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE LOOK IN YOUR SCRAPBOOKS
Keywords: beddingfield,sfc,
Entry: 53496
Subject: CPL. PAUL H. GONZALES 7TH DIVISION, 31ST REG HQ I CHOSIN RESERVOIR
Armando Gonzales wrote on October 9, 2005
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: If anyone remembers serving with Paul Gonzales either when he was a private or a corporal it would be appreciated. Since dad, does not comment much on what happened at that time, any information on what happened to the 7th division, 31st regiment hqI would be appreciated. I am very proud of dad and for those who served with him, and I am grateful to the navy medic who pulled him out of the ditch he was lying in. Thanks again, his son, Armando Gonzales
Keywords: dad was known as PG since Paul Gonzales was too long to be pronounced, he was wounded in the Chosin December 1950. He is still living. Dad was with the 7th division, 31st regiment and was wounded by shrapnel of some type, of which he never has wanted to reveal.
Entry: 53467
Subject: A CO 31ST INF
Karl Hall wrote on October 7, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: FAYETTEVILLE NC
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I AM LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE SERVED WITH A CO DURING THE FEB-MAR 1953 TIMEFRAME. MY UNCLE PFC RUSSELL HALL WAS KIA ON MARCH 9, 1953 WHILE ON PATROL. THERE WERE 20 KIA THAT RESULTED FROM THAT PARTICULAR PATROL AND I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR THE DETAILS AND CIRCUMSTANCES, ETC.
Keywords: A CO, HALL, MARCH 9, 1953
Entry: 53458
Subject: CAVES, TUNNELS, BUNKERS AND UNDERGROUNDS
Ron Rider wrote on October 6, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: STAFFORD VA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I am a retired Air Force member conducting research on the tunnels, caves, bunkers, undergrounds, industries, rail lines, etc, that might have been encountered by U.S. Military personnel as they moved through Hamhung, Chongjin, Kapsan, Sachang, Unsan, Wonsan, or any other areas of North Korea. I would like to correspond with any one that might have any information or photographs on the above subjects. I have located some information in books and other publications, but overall very little. Would appreciate any assistance that can be given. Thankyou
Keywords: Hamhung, Chongjin, Kapsan, Sachang, Unsan, Wonsan, tunnels, caves, bunkers, undergrounds, industries, rail lines
Entry: 53108
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFORMATION
Nathan Seabrook wrote on September 12, 2005
City and State: MINNEAPOLIS MN
Unit: 82ND ABN DIV
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I am looking for any soldiers from the 7th CAV that served with my Uncle, Albert Seabrook. My uncle was killed on October 5th 1951. My father and the family have never been able to find outhow he died. The US Army did not provide that information, Just a western union saying he was killed in combat operations.
I am currently in Iraq and I was able to talk with a unit historian from the cav when they were in country. The unit historian was able to find some basic information on my uncle. I would like to help my father find out any information on my uncle.
I look forward to any help that you may be able to provide to me.
Thank You
SFC Nathan A. Seabrook
Keywords: Seabrook North Korean Sector CV DIV REGT INF Unit 0007
Entry: 52876
Subject: LOOKINGFORPEAPLEWHOSERVEDWITHMYFATHER
Tonya Cooper wrote on August 27, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: MITCHELL IN
Unit: UNIT3
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: anyone with any photoes or storys to share about estel burlington also know as pete would really like to hear from you i have a few letters one has 31st inf unit 3 and the other32nd tk .bn.c.c.b.3rd armed division the letters are dated from 1947-1953 your information will be greatly appreciated thank you all so much
Keywords: dusty or whistling pete
Entry: 52870
Subject: SEPT 51 TO AUG 52 31ST,F AND 3RD BAT HDQTR
Arthur Ubry wrote on August 26, 2005
City and State: ROCKLAND ME
Unit: 31ST INF F CO 1951 - 3RD BAT HQTR CO 1952
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: Joined Fox Co, rifleman, rifle squad approx Sept 1951. Ended up in MASH hospital. Sent to Signal school to learn morse code 16 wpm or return to front line. (I learned!) Was transfered to 3rd Bat Hdqrs Co. Became radio repairman (always willing to trade my beer rations for coke). Bell and I hit the ditch when a quad 50 opened up as the jeep passed their position, funny (no). Sgt Strakes bawled out a 2-star General for disturbing his sleep. The Gen made sure he got the Comm supplies he needed!Memory is spotty, I regret knowing so many but can't remember their names.
Keywords: Heartbreak, Mortar Junction, Inje, Hwatchung Rsvr, Chun Chon radio school, Kumwha Valley, Pork Chop Hill, Clarence Bell - Jeep Driver, Sgt Strakes, Commo Sgt 3rd Bat, Gen. L.L. Lemnitzer visit
Entry: 52850
Subject: LOOKINGFORPEAPLEWHOSERVEDWITHMYFATHER
Tonya Cooper wrote on August 26, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: MITCHELL IN
Unit: UNIT3
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: my fathers mame was estel burlington also known as peteihave very few letters that he wrote but they are dated from 1947 to1953 im sure theres more just cant find theme any one with information please contact me oneletter has cod''32nd tk bn .c.c.b3rd armed division thank you for much
Keywords: 31stinfdiv
unit3iknowhewasininchoin
Entry: 52646
Subject: SGT HENRY LEENSTRA
Richard Leenstra SR. wrote on August 15, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: SILVERDALE WA
Unit: HQ CO, 31ST INF, 7TH INF DIV
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Interested in finding out any info concerning my older brother SGT Hank Leenstra's service in Korea 1950-1951. He was KIA October 1951 at Heartbreak Ridge. He was a machine gunner assigned to HQ Company. Army says it has no info on awards, etc., due to records fire. Would like to provide his 9 surviving siblings with any info on his service and/or circumstances of KIA.
Keywords: Leenstra, Hq Co, Heartbreak Ridge, machine gunner, Chosin, Yalu, KIA Heartbreak Ridge Oct 1951
Entry: 52621
Subject: TIMELINE OF 2D BATTALION 31ST INFANTRY SEP 1950
Sandra Miles wrote on August 14, 2005
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Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My uncle, 1st Lt Donald Engh, was killed in battle 27 Sep 1950 in Korea while a member of the 2d Btn, 31st Infantry. I'm interested in learning more about the activity of his unit during the time before and at the time of his death.
Keywords: Donald Engh, 31st Infantry, 2nd Btn, September 1950
Entry: 52490
Subject: KOREAN--COMP.K-31ST INF.-3RD BATT. 7TH DIV.
Linda J. Scherman wrote on August 7, 2005
City and State: RAMONA CA
Unit: 31ST INFANTRY
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: MELVIN EUGENE WOLFE--JUST WANTED TO POST THE INFORMATION I FOUND ON MY UNCLE.ANY INFORMATION ON HIM I WOULD BE GRATEFUL.MIA DEC 12 1950. LIVED IN SAN DIEGO. HAVE A WRITE UP ON RITES OF WAR DEAD HELD AT SAN DIEGO HIGH SCHOOL.BESIDES MELVINS NAME THERE IS GEORGE C. PIERCE--RICHARD D. SCHNEIDER--LOWELL C. SWEET--ROBERT VICALDO.CLIPPING DATE MAY 27 1954.I AM HES NEICE.THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU WHO FOUGHT FOR THIS COUNTRY.LINDA
Keywords: COMP.K--3RD BATTALION--31ST INFANTRY--7TH DIVISION-MIA IN 12-12-1950 MELVIN EUGENE WOLFE
Entry: 52388
Subject: HVY MTR CO 31ST INF REG 7 INF DIV
Nancy Shatara wrote on August 1, 2005
City and State: JOHNSON CITY NY
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Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My uncle was finally brought home thru DNA. All immediate family members are deceased and I am interested to find anyone who knew my uncle, that I never met. He was only 19. I have no info as to the area or what battle he was lost in, what company or
unit he was in. Any info would be a help as I am trying to put together a history on Uncle Steve.All
I do have is his military picture and medals.
God Bless All Who Serve.
Keywords: Steve Lucas MIA 11-50 North Korea
Entry: 52245
Subject: JOHN ROBINSON
Jerry Robinson wrote on July 25, 2005
Email Update Needed
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Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for friends of my dads. 31st I think he was in E or C co.
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Entry: 52195
Subject: MELVIN EUGENE WOLFE
Linda J. Scherman wrote on July 22, 2005
City and State: RAMONA CA
Unit: K CO 31 INF RGT 7 INF DIV
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I WANT TO BRING HIM HOME WHERE IS HE
Keywords: LOOKING FOR HELP TO FIND OUT WHERE MY UNCLE MELVIN WAS MISSING IN KOREA, ON DEC 12 1950.MIA
Entry: 52160
Subject: 31ST REGIMENT, 3RD BATTALION, HDQ COMPANY, CHOSIN, KOREA, 1950
Kathleen Wazny wrote on July 21, 2005
City and State: DENTON TX
Unit: 31ST REGIMENT, 3RD BATTALION, HDQ COMPANY, CHOSIN,
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Dad, William (Bill) Amen, was at the Chosin. I am looking for anyone who knew him. He had served in World War II, in the Pacific, so he was older in Korea (38) than most of the men. He was from Colorado. He got out of Chosin with a group of about 18 men. They passed through a village, at dawn, while the village slept. Once they were in the high ground, looking down on the village, they heard shouts and gunfire. When they looked back, another group of GIs were being gunned down. The village had awakened, by this time, and killed the American soldiers. In my Dad's group, there was also a young GI, who crawled away from the group, when they had stopped to rest, and pulled a pin out of a grenade, killing himself. His feet were frostbitten.
I am looking for anyone who may have known my Dad. He's been gone for almost 20 years.
Keywords: 31st Regiment, 3rd Battalion, Headquarters Company, Chosin, Korea, 1950.
Entry: 51994
Subject: LOOKING FOR THOSE WHO KNEW WINDELL VICKERY
Robert Shackelford wrote on July 12, 2005
Email Update Needed
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Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am looking for anyone who may remember 1st Lt. Windell W. Vickery. He was with K Co., 3 Batt. 31st Inf. Reg. 7th Inf. Div. He was wounded in the head on June 4, 1951. He received the Silver Star along with numerous other awards. We have an article from his hometown newspaper (Bear Creek, AL) copying a press release from the Army stating that Mr. Vickery had been awarded the DSC for his actions in Korea. This is the only info we have on this honor. Mr. Vickery died in 2001, but his widow would like to pursue this if he is indeed eligible. If you knew him, please contact me.
Keywords: Looking for anyone who knew 1st Lt. Windell W. Vickery, K Co. 3rd Batt. 31st Inf. Reg. 7th Inf. Div.