48th Field Artillery Headquarters Headquarters Battery

Army BBS

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Pauline Canter wrote on January 2, 2025

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City and State: COLUMBIA TN

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Comments: Looking for info on US Army, HQ Btry 48th AAA AW. I believe this gentleman served in this orgnization twice: 15 JUL 1942 - 17 OCT 1945, and 5 May 1948 - 19 Apr 1951. Veteran of Korean War, RA 33 247 900. Orange Lester Cramer or Orange L Cramer.
Thank You
Pauline Canter
Spring Hill, TN

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Joanne Thoryk Harrison wrote on February 21, 2024

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City and State: BLOOMSBURG PA

Unit: 48TH FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION

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Comments: I am looking for information on my Uncle John Thoryk- a member of the 48th Field Artillery Battalion during the Korea War.

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Vance Fulcher JR. wrote on February 27, 2013

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City and State: FIELDALE VI

Unit: 102 INFINTRY AND 48TH BATTALION

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Vance listed on his discharge papers CPL VANCE L
FULCHER,
JR ER13228334 CE USAR who enlisted in 1948 , he was
dischared June, 1952
Vance is 84 years old, very alert, would love to hear
from somebody during this time, that might have known
him. He was a a piple line , He service twice, once
in
Korea, he talks about Sol alot, and then he was in
Japan, He talks about guarding the ammunition, Please
send of any information, concering his time of duty,
My
wife is making me several picture albums and scrap
books,
WOULD LOVE ANYTHING YOU HAVE VANCE ALSO DROVE JEEP
FOR GENERAL WICKES THANKS VANCE L FULCHER, JR

Keywords: Lieutent Colonel Orion Hose , signed his discharge
papers,Hune 11th,1952 He has lots of pictures, one of
Melvin Foley standing beside 48th artillery Battallion
sign, Also he has discharge papers TECHNICIAN 4TH GRADE
REGULAR ARMY,,,SIGNED BY T.A MARTIN---- MAJOR TC, he
was discharged there July 13th 1948, so he served
twice.

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Dustin Davey wrote on October 2, 2010

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City and State: STAFFORD VA

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Served as a liason/translator of sorts between coalition forces during the fighting of Pork Chop Hill. He was a FO and worked with Listening/Observation Posts

Keywords: Ron Davey, Pork Chop Hill. FO.

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Ronald K. (Ron) Freedman wrote on November 11, 2009

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City and State: OXFORD FL

Unit: C BTRY 48TH FA BN

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Trying to locate Bill Keith, Willie Dixon, Gough Thompson and Dave Hudnut, and Jim Holt and Don Trainor

Keywords: Porkchop Hill July 1953

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Scarlett Futch wrote on July 19, 2009

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Comments: Hello, my name is Scarlett Futch. I am currently making a scrapbook for my fathers 80th birthday and would love to get any pictures from his time in Korea, I have a few, but would love to hear from anyone who might have known him, not sure if you knew him, his name is Clyde Futch Jr, known as Tom, he was from Burgaw NC, and was in your battalion.
Any help or knowledge would be helpful, but most importantly, thank you for fighting for out country and allowing me to have the freedom I have today!
Scarlett Futch

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James Surdo SR. wrote on January 7, 2009

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City and State: UNCASVILLE CT

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: In Search of these 2 Guy's, Any Help appreciated, Thankyou..!!

Keywords: Davey Tolbert,Donald Wustrack(Spelling?)

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Michael Conforti wrote on March 31, 2008

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Unit: 48TH FA

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for anyone who knew my grandfather. He died in 2000 and he shared very little about his war experience.

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Fred Fory SR. wrote on April 11, 2007

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City and State: PRINCETON LA

Unit: 48TH FA BN C BTRY AND HQ BTRY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: i have some photos i will submit ,i dont remember a lot of names.i think the bn co was lt col locksley.

Keywords: listening post ,castle rock,temp fo

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William Woods wrote on June 26, 2006

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City and State: WASH DC

Unit: HQ BA 48TH F A BN. COMMO..

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: from mar 51 to mar 52. communication platoon.

Keywords: woody

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Arnie Yarchever wrote on May 30, 2006

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City and State: SUN CITY CA

Unit: HQ. BATERY 48TH FIELD ARTILLERY 7TH INF. DIV

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: WOULD LIKE TO TALK WITH ANYONE HO SERVED IN SAME CAPICITY FOR ANY OF THE OTHER 32ND RCT BATALIONS

Keywords: SERVED AS LIASON DRIVER and RADIO OPERATOR FOR 3RD BATTALION 32ND REGIMENTAL COMBAT TEAM 1950-51

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Carol Roddy wrote on January 25, 2006

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City and State: COLUMBUS OH

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Comments: My father died recently. This is the obituary we published:

MSgt. James A. Sarge Murray USA (ret.) passed away December 22nd at his home in Worthington (Ohio) after a long struggle with cancer. Born May 5, 1919 in Detroit Michigan, he attended Saint Anthony School and public schools before entering the work force at age 15. During the 1930s he was employed in various jobs including work as a bowling pin spotter, in a brewery and at the Chrysler Corporation. During the Depression he participated in the CCC. He joined the Michigan National Guard along with neighborhood friends and fellow softball players in 1938. Their unit, the 182nd Field Artillery Battalion, was called into Federal service in April 1941. Jim married Bernadette (Barney) Bruley March 11, 1944. He departed for Europe on RMS Queen Mary in April of that year. Landing in France at Omaha Beach on June 7, 1944 the 182nd FAB fought through France and Germany with the US Third and Seventh Armies. This included campaigns in Normandy, Alsace, the Rhineland and Germany. Jim was present at the liberation of the Dachau Concentration Camp. Sarge served directing artillery fire as a forward observer during the winter and spring 1945 and as an observer in Piper L-4 Grasshopper aircraft. Following the war he returned to civilian life in Detroit. However, he remained active in the National Guard. In 1948, he reentered active duty with the Army. He was ordered to Japan in June 1950 as a member of the 48th Field Artillery Battalion (32nd Infantry Regiment) which participated in the Inchon landing in September 1950. Seeing heavy action for the next nine months, they received the Naval Presidential Unit Citation during the liberation of the Korean capitol, Seoul. During fighting in Northeast Korea, the battalion endured severe winter weather conditions in mountainous terrain with heavy snow and temperatures dropping to 50 degrees below zero. Jim was very proud to be a member of the Chosin Few veterans organization. This membership was earned during the fighting withdrawal from the Chosin Reservoir in November of 1950 of the 1st Marine Division. Next the 48th FAB covered the evacuation of X Corps and hundreds of thousands of Korean civilians from the port of Hungnam. He was awarded the Soldiers Medal for bravery after the single-handed rescue of four soldiers from a fire on Christmas Day, 1950. Following service in Korea he served in various postings including the army of occupation in Germany 1952-54. He was assigned as an instructor of ROTC at the Ohio State University. During the early sixties he returned to Korea as a military advisory. He retired from the army at Fort Sill Oklahoma after twenty three years service in November, 1963. Jim then spent almost 20 year with the US Postal Service, and retired in 1982. In retirement, he continued to work, first at the Advest brokerage firm on Broad Street, and finally with Annehurst Veterinary Hospital up until October, 2005. His wife, Barney, preceded him in death in 1998. He is survived by his children, Carol and Gregory Roddy, and Tom and Tonya Murray; his grandchildren, Jennifer and Marc Spector, Rachel Roddy, Joel Roddy, Sarah Murray and Gretchen Murray; and his great-grandson, Jacob Spector. He was a member of several veterans and community organizations, including the Chosin Few, the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Moose and the FOE. Visiting hours at Novak Funeral Home, 4476 N. High Street, Columbus, will be on Monday, December 27 from 4-7. The funeral will take place at Immaculate Conception Church, 414 EN Broadway on Tuesday, December 27 at 10 AM with burial at the veterans cemetery in Dayton. Friends who wish to make a memorial donation are urged to donate to Saint Judes Childrens Research Hospital (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105) which Sarge supported for many years, or to the Annehurst Veterinary Hospital Animal Welfare Fund (25 Collegeview Rd, Westerville, OH 43081).

Keywords: 48 FA Oro-Ri, Hungnam, Pusan 1950-51

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Donald E. Alexander wrote on January 21, 2006

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City and State: WEST CHESTER PA

Unit: 48TH FA BN KOREAN WAR

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: I keep in contact with five WWII veterans who served with me in the 79th during WWII. Four years ago there were 12 of us. Now only five remain and I'm the youngest of the group. War is a different experience. Thank God I was spared. I lost many great friends during WWII.

Keywords: Landed D-Day plus 4 in Normandy with the 79th Inf Div. 311th FA Bn. during WWII. 5 battle stars plus other ribbons including Bronze Star. Served as Recon Officer w/C Btry. Left WWII as an Army Capt.

Joined Reserves. Recalled to active duty in Korea. Served with the 48th FA Bn Div.Artillery in Korea in 1952 and part of 1953. Reserve Officer assigned to the 32nd Inf Regiment as Regmental Field Artillery Liason Officer. Later returned to the the 48th FA as Bn S-2. Got out of service in early 1953 when rotated home. Left Service. I'm retired from the working world. I'm 86 years old and still breathing. Was awarded another Bronze Star during the Korean War.

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Carl Gumpert JR. wrote on September 30, 2004

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City and State: LAFAYETTE LA

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Comments: Looking for information and/or photos of my Father-in-Law Tom Bigelow. Tom served as a F.O. with HQ Btry 48th Field Artillery during the battle of Pork Chop Hill 1953. I am trying to gather information for my wife's family history. Any information or stories would be appreciated.

Carl

Keywords: Tom Bigelow, Pork Chop Hill, 48th Field Artillery

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Joseph S. (Stan) Kimmitt wrote on July 7, 2004

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City and State: MCLEAN VA

Unit: 48TH FA BN

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Just found this site. Good to read, and reminisce

Keywords: Bone 6: Triangle; Baldy; Pork Chop; The Nori's; Arsenal; and others

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James Cloud wrote on April 28, 2004

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Unit: 48TH FIELD ARTY. 7TH INF DIV

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Anyone remember who the Batt.commander was of the
48th Field Arty in 1950 and 1951. His name has slipped my mind.All I remember is he was the best
officer I had served under.

Keywords: Names I remember: Capt. Harding Wash. state,
Master Sgt.Meacham,Sgt.Bond,Bollmeier,Wood,
also remember LT.Brown, who was killed in action
early 1951.

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James Cloud wrote on April 28, 2004

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Richard (Dick) Baer wrote on March 3, 2004

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City and State: OMAHA NE

Unit: HQ - HQ 48TH FIELD ARTILLERY BN

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: In Korea Nov 52 to Sep 53.

Keywords: Bone Personnel, Chun Chon, Kumwha, Chorwon, Capt Jennings, Ken Sleight.

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Laura Cote wrote on February 14, 2004

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City and State: EVANSTON WY

Unit: 48TH FIELD ARTILLAERY BATTALION

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Charles was my uncle, killed in action Sept.30,1950. I would love to hear from anyone who knew him then.
winchester@vcn.com or bcoondog1@netscape.net
Thank you

Keywords: Korea,charles kline,killed in action, buddy,buddies

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Leisha Tresnicky wrote on October 29, 2003

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Felicia A. Carruthers wrote on October 14, 2003

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City and State: HENDERSON NV

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Leisha Tresnicky wrote on July 30, 2003

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City and State: JOHNSTOWN PA

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Comments: 7th ID, 48th FA, Dec. 52- Jan. 53 in Korea, I am trying to reunite my grandfather Wayne E. Fisher with some old buddies. If anyone served with him please contact me.

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Ki-Young Sung wrote on July 29, 2003

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City and State: ULSAN

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Comments: The picture attached includes lots of information.
It was taken at Ackol,Kangwon Province (near Cheolwon Triangle Zone ?)on July 26, 1953 in commemoration of Armistice being in force as of the day. The shell held by my father is the last round shell shoot to the North before the Armistice. At the time, he was sergent, 21 years old. The collegues with him in the picture are Sam, Louis, Jaison and Lt. Brown (Remembered so from left). He understands that they are 2 or 3 years older than he.

He has been in an wish to hear about them. The day before yesterday was 50th anniversary of the Armistice. That special day, he was fallen in the memory of the old collogues and requested me to help hear about them.

I would be much obliged if I could hear any news about them from anyone.

My father retired teacher is in health. He may manage to communicate in English (though he has not used English for a long time). I am writing at least because my English is much better than his. Thank you.

PS. Sorry I can not attach the picture. I will send it by e-mail if anybody wish to see the picture

Keywords: My father name is Chul-Kyoung Sung, 71years old who served in 48th field Arti. Bat during Korean War Korean.

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Joseph (Joe) Cappella wrote on July 4, 2002

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City and State: DELRAY BEACH FL

Unit: SERVICE BATTERY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: I was recalled to active duty in 1950 after serving in the army of occupation in Germany 1946 to 1949. Left Sasebo Japan on a Japanese ship. Was first assigned to the Third Div. but this was the time of the withdrawl from Hamhung North Korea. Was re-assigned to the 7th. Div. on ship and landed in Pusan. The 32 RCT and 48th FA was very active and on the move almost constantly. Remember Chunchon,Chip Yong Nee, Hwatcheon Reservoir. Spelling may not be accurate. Most of the time we didn't know were we were and often time were on Tdy to other units and Divisions. Would like to know if there is a history available. Specifically of the 48th. FA Battalion

Keywords: Looking for history 1950 thru 1951.

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Jimmie Dale Hubbard wrote on May 26, 2002

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City and State: BISMARCK AR

Unit: 48TH FIELD ARTILLERY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Soule, Korea 1948-1950

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Ken Sleight wrote on April 21, 2002

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City and State: MOAB UT

Unit: 48TH FIELD ARTILLERY BN, 7TH INF DIV

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: I'm glad to once again be in contact with a number of my old buddies, especially of Bone Personnel of the 48th FA Bn, 7th Inf Div. (1952-1953)

My good friend, Dick Baer of Omaha, Nebraska, has regularly kept me informed as to the goings on. We both attended the reactivation ceremonies of the 7th Inf Div at Fort Carson a few years back.

It is gratifying to learn of the well-being of Col. Joseph (Stan) Kimmitt. He was a fine officer. Though he held up my sergeant stripes for a while, I had (have) tremendous respect for him.

If ever there's a reunion scheduled, I'd like to be notified. Sure want to remain in contact and to locate as many old buddies as I can.

My best to all.

Ken Sleight, P.O. Box 1270, Moab, Utah 84532

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Mark Kimmitt wrote on May 12, 2001

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Comments: Ran across this web site, and saw my father's name mentioned in a couple of keywords. LTC "Stan" Kimmitt is still alive, and active as ever. Continued in the military, commanded the 8th Infantry Division in Germany, 62-64. Retired as a Colonel from the Army in '66, went on to work in the US Senate for 15 years, then on the APACHE (Attack Helicopter) program. 3 sons went into the military, all Field Artillery. If you are interested in passing a note to my father, please send me a note at the e-mail listed and I'll pass it on. He'd enjoy hearing form his old comrades. He still maintains a strong affiliation with the battery he commanded in WWII.

My deepest respect to the veterans of the "Forgotten War".

Colonel Mark T. Kimmitt

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Floyd Belton wrote on April 29, 2001

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City and State: DAVENPORT IA

Unit: 48TH FEILD ARTY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: porkchop hill

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Theodore (Ted) Maupin wrote on January 4, 2001

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City and State: BREVARD NC

Unit: 7TH DIV, 48 FIELD C BATTERY - HQ BATTERY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Arrived Jan 52, left Jan 53. Was FO out of "C" battery assigned to "I" company of 32nd inf and then to Bn Hg as Survey Officer and Liaison Officer.
Battalion Commander was Col Curtin, Would love to hear from anyone who might remember those days.

Keywords: Lt Spears, Capt Stern?, Sgt Connige, Cpl Redipenning, Lt Moffett

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Dolores Lilienthal wrote on October 14, 2000

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City and State: TRACY CA

Unit: 48TH FIELD ARTILLERY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Looking for old friends and so long ago distant faces.

Keywords: RICK- INCHON, ICHON, SPEAR HEAD LANDING, CHOSINRESERVOIR AND MANCHURIAN BORDER. Dates:SEPTEMBER 24,1950 to SEPTEMBER 24,1952.MY # is RA183472330.

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Adam Darm (Darmo) wrote on June 27, 2000

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City and State: ORANGE PARK FL

Unit: 7TH INF. DIV. 48 TH FA BN. HQ -HQ BTRY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Just wanted to know if anyone was around and in Florida. Wanted to find Lt. Gin, Salt Lake City, years ago; too many Gins in the tele. book.

Keywords: "Darmo", other members of unit: Col. Kimmitt, Lts. Jones, Gin, Miller. Sgt. Blanchard, Haemker, Vold, Hernandez.

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Joseph Colomonico wrote on May 10, 2000

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Unit: 48 FIELD ARTILLERY HQ -HQ BT. 7 INF.

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Comments: Hi
I was in the 48th Field Art. HQ Bt. from Jan. 55 to Sept.55, would like to hear from anyone there at same time. Joe Colomonico

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Arnold M. Zeagler wrote on November 22, 1999

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City and State: ALAMOGORDO NM

Unit: HQBTY,48THFABN, 7TH INF DIV

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: Arrived July 52, left Aug 53. Was cannoneer a couple of weeks prior to assignment with Hq Bty.
originally from Louisiana.

Greetings and salutations to all from the unit,and hope all have had good lives!

Zeke

Keywords: Intelligence Sgt,nickname Zeke (or Zig).Some names I remember(many more faces): Hoffa, Goldebloom, Vold, Moynahan, Hoffa, Messick, Compana, McPhail,Campanella,Clements,Slutsky, Blanchard,Col.Kimmitt,Hoemker,Lt.Henley,etc,etc.

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