Entry: 102134
Subject: FATHER POW KOREA
Subject: FATHER POW KOREA
Mark Bowditch wrote on January 12, 2025
City and State: EUGENE OR
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My father was Corporal Arthur John Bowditch. He was in the 5th regimental combat team Tripple Nickel .He was a BAR man. He served in the Army infantry from 1949-to 1954. He was captured by North Korean and Chinese troops and spent 2.5 years as a POW. He was awarded the the Korean service medal with 9 bronze service stars ,the United Nation's service medal,the National defense service medal and Purple heart medal. He passed on February 2 2020.
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Entry: 102099
Subject: SEARCHING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH CPL LEON G. PEERS
Subject: SEARCHING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH CPL LEON G. PEERS
Charles Johnson wrote on December 19, 2024
City and State: KY
Unit: HQ AND HQ CO 3D BN 5TH RCT
Service or Relationship:
Comments: I am looking for anyone who may have served with my grandfather, CPL Leon G. Peers. According to his DD-214, he was last assigned to Hq and Hq Co 3d Bn 5th RCT. He was released from service in May 1953 after serving 10 months in the war. With my limited information, as he never really opened up about his service, I would guess his time in country to be between May 1952 and April 1953. That is, again, a guesstimate.
Please feel free to reach out via the email link if you knew my grandfather or may have informatin about the unit's combat experience during that time.
Keywords: Peers
Entry: 101914
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO ON STEVENS' FROM MARYLAND
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO ON STEVENS' FROM MARYLAND
Jen Stevens wrote on June 30, 2024
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: I'm looking for any information anyone has or anyone who who my family members who served in the Korean War. All were from Frederick County, Maryland. Most information below is from newspaper articles and Ancestry.
My grandfather- Sgt. George Norman Stevens Jr. Drafted in November 1951 and sent to Camp Breckinridge, KY. In Jan 1952, he was assigned to the 40th Infantry Division. When he arrived in Korea in June 1952 he was assigned to the 5th RCT, 555th FAB, 72nd Engineer company according to news articles. We believe he may have been a mechanic in Korea, as that was his profession at home and was a certified Chevrolet Mechanic.
He did not talk about his military service at all. Passed in 1996. Information about his service is my highest priority.
His brothers-
Cpl. John Robert "Bob" Stevens. Discharged in October 1954. Believed to have been assigned to 223rd Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division, Company L. May have also been a part of the 101st Airborne Division when in Korea. May have been stationed at Geo. G Meade in 1954.
He passed in 1991 and has a military plaque at his grave.
James A Stevens. Drafted in October 1952. Believed to have been a part of the 5th RCT, 555th FAB and is said to have operated heavy equipment. Was stationed at Fort Richardson, Alaska for a few years.
Passed in 2015 but did not speak much about his time in the military outside of his station in Alaska.
Keywords:
Entry: 101838
Subject: 5RCT
Subject: 5RCT
Connie e Stenberg wrote on May 2, 2024
City and State: MADDOCK ND
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: I'm trying to find out what unit my Dad served in. I know he was in Schofield barracks in Hawaii in April of 1950. Does this mean he was in the 5th Regiment Combat Team?
Thank you
Keywords:
Entry: 101789
Subject: MY FATHER
Subject: MY FATHER
Steven Parks wrote on March 26, 2024
City and State: FL
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My father, Charles Parks served in Korea. He never spoke much of is time but mentioned the Punch bowl. I believe his time was later in the conflict. If anyone has any info or even new him i would be grateful for whatever you can provide.
Thank you, Steven Parks
Keywords:
Entry: 101742
Subject: PVT LEROY GOLDSTEIN
Subject: PVT LEROY GOLDSTEIN
PAUL LICHTENSTEIN wrote on February 24, 2024
City and State: PIKESVILLE MD
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Leroy Lichtenstein was my uncle whom I never met. My mother never discussed his death due to her trauma. If there is anyone who served with or could tell me anything regarding the circumstances of his death, I would be grateful.
Keywords:
Entry: 101252
Subject: SFC AMBROSE J HANEY, CO M, 5TH RCT
Subject: SFC AMBROSE J HANEY, CO M, 5TH RCT
Ambrose J Haney JR wrote on March 10, 2023
City and State: NEWPORT NEWS VA
Unit: 82ND ABN 2/508, 2/505, 25TH INF 5/14, 3/21 INF
Service or Relationship: 1975-1996
Comments: MSG Ambrose J Haney (USA) Retired, Deceased 02/17/2017
My fathered talked of the great soldiers of Co M, 5TH RCT he served with during the Korean War. I always looked up to him as a great father and the way he loved his family and country. If anyone has any pictures of him during his time in Korea or knew him, feel free to contact me.
Keywords:
Entry: 101060
Subject: 5TH RCT - INFORMATION ON MY FATHER- JOHN BRADLEY CRABTREE, JR.
Subject: 5TH RCT - INFORMATION ON MY FATHER- JOHN BRADLEY CRABTREE, JR.
Tina Gregory wrote on November 12, 2022
City and State: CONCORD
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My father, John Bradley Crabtree, Jr. served as a Radio Operator and taught Radio School, with the 5th RCT. He used to speak of "Horrible Hill" and having been overrun, having to hide in pre-dug Chinese graves during the assault. I am trying to find information about his service, this incident and what Hill he had referred to, please. He had all of his photos stolen on the ship home, unfortunately, so I have very few photos now. Any information would be much appreciated. Thank you to these brave folks who served. Thank you for your service. You all remain always in our family's prayers and hearts.
Keywords: 5th RCT, I'll Try Sir, Radio Operator, Horrible Hill
Entry: 100694
Subject: MASTER SARGENT JOHN WILLIAM MULLENAX CO F 5TH RCT
Subject: MASTER SARGENT JOHN WILLIAM MULLENAX CO F 5TH RCT
Julie VanMeter wrote on April 26, 2022
City and State: WV
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: This is about the information about my dad, Master Sargent John W. Mullenax. He served in Korea, January 1951 until August 1951. Looking for information about the Hills and Rivers he protected.
Keywords:
Entry: 100627
Subject: MY BROTHER LUPE CARRASCO
Subject: MY BROTHER LUPE CARRASCO
David Carrasco wrote on March 15, 2022
City and State: PHOENIX AZ
Unit: SECURITY POLICE
Service or Relationship: US AIR FORCE
Comments: Anyone who was stationed with my brother at Out Post Harry. End of 1952
Lupe is in ICU and lives in Mayaquez PR. You can reach me at the above phone number
Keywords: Korea
Entry: 100524
Subject: ROBERT MASON
Subject: ROBERT MASON
Alexandra towne SR wrote on January 1, 2022
City and State: VANDALIA IL
Unit: 5TH REGIMENTAL COMBAT TEAM
Service or Relationship: Korean
Comments:
Keywords: Robert Mason
5rct
Silver star
Purple heart
Entry: 100429
Subject: LOOKING FOR JOSEPH ARNOLD SODERLIND
Subject: LOOKING FOR JOSEPH ARNOLD SODERLIND
Mark Soderlibd wrote on October 28, 2021
City and State: NEEBING
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Looking for any information on Joseph A.Sodetlibd from 5th RCT.
August 1950.
Thank You.
Keywords: August 1950 Soderlind RCT
Entry: 100252
Subject: DAVID H. BANKS, JR. OF 5TH RTC F CO.
Subject: DAVID H. BANKS, JR. OF 5TH RTC F CO.
Martin Banks wrote on July 1, 2021
City and State: CAYCE SC
Unit: 5TH RTC F CO.
Service or Relationship: Army
Comments: I have old slides of the 5th RTC F Co.
Keywords: old slides pictures 5th RTC F Co. 1951 1952
Entry: 100124
Subject: LOOKING FOR A HENRY OR JAMES STIDHAM
Subject: LOOKING FOR A HENRY OR JAMES STIDHAM
Claudia Ballesteros wrote on April 8, 2021
City and State: WAHIAWA HI
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Looking to find out if there was a Henry or James Stidham in the 5th RCT stationed at Schofield Barracks in 1949
Keywords: Stidham / Schofield
Entry: 100096
Subject: LOOKING FOR PICTURES OF MY FATHER
Subject: LOOKING FOR PICTURES OF MY FATHER
Gary Davis wrote on March 23, 2021
City and State: CANTON GA
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Hi
My Father Robert L Davis Served in the 5th Regimental combat team in Korea from 51-53, but due to many moves after leaving the service any pictures of him were lost. I hope someone can help me
Gary
Keywords:
Entry: 100022
Subject: PHOTO
Subject: PHOTO
Steven Albers wrote on February 9, 2021
City and State: RED CLOUD NE
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: I'm looking for a photo of my great uncle name is Billie Dean Albers PfC 5th Regimental Combat Team I CO 3 BN I am unable to find any pictures of him if anyone could help me out itd be great
Keywords:
Entry: 99970
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ABOUT MY GRANDFATHER GEORGE N STEVENS JR
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ABOUT MY GRANDFATHER GEORGE N STEVENS JR
Jen Stevens wrote on January 14, 2021
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Service or Relationship:
Comments: I am searching for anyone who knew my grandfather, George Norman Stevens
Jr from Maryland.
He was drafted into the Army in November 1951 and reported to Camp Breckinbridge,
KY for basic training. He joined the 5th RCT in Korea in June 1952. I know he came
home on leave in the spring of 1953, but I am unsure of his actual discharge date.
I believe he may have done mechanics work since that was his home profession.
If anyone has any information about his/his service, stories, photos, etc I would
love to get in touch! He refused to discuss his time in the service and we do not
have much information. Thanks
Keywords:
Keywords: Stevens
5th Regimental Combat Team
Camp Breckinridge, KY
Entry: 99949
Subject: SEARCHING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW MY GRANDFATHER- GEORGE NORMAN STEVENS JR
Subject: SEARCHING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW MY GRANDFATHER- GEORGE NORMAN STEVENS JR
Jennifer Stevens wrote on January 2, 2021
City and State:
Unit: 5TH RCT
Service or Relationship:
Comments: I am searching for anyone who knew my grandfather, George Norman Stevens Jr from Maryland.
He was drafted into the Army in November 1951 and reported to Camp Breckinbridge, KY for basic training. He joined the 5th RCT in Korea in June 1952. I know he came home on leave in the spring of 1953, but I am unsure of his actual discharge date. I believe he may have done mechanics work since that was his home profession.
If anyone has any information about his/his service, stories, photos, etc I would love to get in touch! He refused to discuss his time in the service and we do not have much information. Thanks
Keywords:
Entry: 99933
Subject: DONALD GLEN SCOTT
Subject: DONALD GLEN SCOTT
Timothy Scott wrote on December 24, 2020
City and State: CHATHAM IL
Unit: 5TH RCT COMPANY K
Service or Relationship: U.S. Army
Comments: Dad served in Korea 1 August 1950 - April 1951.
He was a squad leader Co. K, 1st platoon, 1st squad.
Anyone still around who might have served with him?
Keywords:
Entry: 99909
Subject: DONALD (DON) CARDINAL
Subject: DONALD (DON) CARDINAL
Caryn Cardinal wrote on December 11, 2020
City and State: CASPER WY
Unit: 5 RTC
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My dad, Donald Cardinal, was a tank commander in the Korean War, I am unsure of the exact dates of his enlistment, but he did attend Tank School in Ft. Knox from April of 1951 - Aug. 4th 1951. Tank Co. B 194th Battalion. He has a scrapbook with lots of pictures and names of men that were with him in the Army. He also participated in Project Long Horn. Here is a list of those names:
Charles Donahe, Dahlye Langley, Bick Lee, Danny Hills, Harold majestic, Vernon Jaques, "Smokey" Knight (from Ft. Knox)
Pvt. Welch and Parsons, Jack Settles, M. Sgt Dzluk, Jim Huttle Richard Roufs, Gene Dedic, Al D'andrea, Toby LeBlanc (Louisiana) Elmer Don(?) Maine, Eddy Vaughn, Eddy Trunk, Max Garvey, Hap Majestic, Max Smith, Jim Sok, John Shepherd. (Camp Rucker)
Korea: Sgt Beaudoin, Ray Schmelzer, Collins, Lange, Lt. York, Seagraves, Peck, Oaks, Ferguson, Dickinson, Sheedy, Sgt. Dye, Lt.Gravlee,
My dads tank was named Beetlebaum.
He didn't speak at all about his time in the Army to his family, and has since passed in 2016. We have found the scrapbook filled with pictures of his time in the Army and would love to find anyone that knew my dad or has a story to share. If anyone would like pictures please contact me.
Keywords: Co. B 194th Tank Bt., Camp Rucker, Ft. Knox, Korea, Beetlebaum, 5RTC, Cardinal
Entry: 99861
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO FOR FAMILY OF WILLARD L GATH
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO FOR FAMILY OF WILLARD L GATH
Alecia Gordon wrote on November 15, 2020
City and State: CO
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Here is the number he gave me.
us55267663 draft us number
Thank you!
Keywords:
Entry: 99695
Subject: CPL JOHN JOSEPH TAYLOR
Subject: CPL JOHN JOSEPH TAYLOR
Kevin Hayes wrote on August 27, 2020
City and State: BRISTOL CT
Unit: 636TH ORD CO (EOD)
Service or Relationship: Army
Comments: I am assisting a friend and his elderly mother (the sister of John J Taylor) with attempting to find as much information regarding this Boston, Massachussettes MIA Korean War soldier. His sister would like closure from her broken heart before she passes. He was an army medic. Any one who may have served with him or new him please contact me through email.
CPL John Joseph Taylor
5th Regimental Combat Team
MED CO
Army
Hostile, Died While Captured (POW)
Remains Not Recovered
Date Of Loss: April 23, 1951
Service Number: RA57100291
Born: August 15, 1930
Home Or Place Of Enlistment
Boston, Massachusetts
Town Or Area: Ukkolgye
Keywords: Thank you very much. God bless America.
Entry: 99649
Subject: 5TH RTC -CHRISTMAS HILL
Subject: 5TH RTC -CHRISTMAS HILL
Lauren Hartman wrote on August 7, 2020
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My grandfather, Luther Lunsford, was in the 5th RTC and injured on Christmas Hill. He was drafted and entered through Fort Knox.
Artillery struck the truck he was on while traveling on Christmas Hill. He was thrown and the truck rolled on him. He was found and taken to a hospital in Japan. He talked of a Sergeant Brown and “Tay”, a South Korean young man. The men were being sent to reclaim the Hill.
His letters got lost during the transportation process of the several hospitals he was sent to over the months, before coming home.
I am working on a Gift to him of piecing together as much as I can of his service and the men who were with him. He’s 90.
If anyone remembers him, or the other names, or anything of Christmas Hill, I’d greatly appreciate hearing from you.
Keywords: Christmas Hill, Lunsford, Sergeant Brown, Tay
Entry: 99633
Subject: PUNCH BOWL, NORTH KOREA
Subject: PUNCH BOWL, NORTH KOREA
Philip Caldwell wrote on July 28, 2020
City and State: DAVENPORT IA
Unit: CO. K, 5TH RCT
Service or Relationship: Army
Comments: Looking for anyone from the 5th Regimental Combat Team, attached to the 25th
Division, Korea, 1952.
Keywords: Punch Bowl, North Korea
Entry: 99181
Subject: MY FATHER
Subject: MY FATHER
Craig Sweeney wrote on March 15, 2020
City and State: HENDERSON TX
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My father Bradley Warren Sweeney, deceased in 2019, served in the 5th RCT. I would be interested in information of the 5 RCT the places they were assigned and what dates. The only thing I know he was in the 5th RCT. I regret not talking with him more and writing things down.
Keywords:
Entry: 99048
Subject: GRANDFATHER: JOHN SWICK
Subject: GRANDFATHER: JOHN SWICK
John Swick wrote on February 7, 2020
City and State:
Unit: 5TH R.C.T.
Service or Relationship: Army
Comments: Hello, my name is Gary Swick and I’m seeking out any information or pictures that may be out there of my Grandfather, Sergeant 1st Class John Swick. He was a tank commander and served in the US Army during the Korean War (1950-1953) stationed in Korea the entire time. After the war he was involved in a tank training excercise and was injured pretty badly and was in the hospital in a full body cast for about 8 months. He is currently 88 years old going on 89 and im seeking any pictures or old news articles anything I can show him to cheer him up and reminisce on the old times. Please if you have anything at all I would love to hear from you. Thank you everyone for any help. God bless.
Gary Swick
Swickfb@aol.com
Keywords:
Entry: 98920
Subject: MY FATHER
Subject: MY FATHER
Patrick Bailey wrote on December 21, 2019
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My father was a LT. in the Fifth REG. during the Korean War. He continued to serve till retirement in the U.S. Army. Does any one remember him? Jimmie D. Bailey. He passed 2 Dec. 2008 at age 79.
Keywords:
Entry: 98440
Subject: FOX COMPANY 5TH RCT
Subject: FOX COMPANY 5TH RCT
Jaime Bravo wrote on August 15, 2019
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments:
I hve an uncle, Frank Zamora who served with fox company from April 51- May-52. Would be interested to see any pictures or information anyone may have. He spoke very little English while serving in Korea. Feel free to contact me at jimmypre9@gmail.com
Keywords:
Entry: 98438
Subject: SERGEANT SKI
Subject: SERGEANT SKI
Joseph Piwowarski wrote on August 14, 2019
City and State: MAYFIELD PA
Unit: 5TH RCT
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Looking for anyone who new my dad in Korean War
He was known by Sergeant Ski
From Mayfield Pennsylvania
He arrived in Guam and then went to Okinawa for advanced basic training
From Okinawa right to Korea
He was the platoon sergeant heavy weapons Company.
Also, if anyone has information about Roy Gene Grey from Texas
My dad has talked about him for years
Keywords:
Entry: 98362
Subject: ADAM CHO
Subject: ADAM CHO
Jason Cho wrote on July 30, 2019
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: My father, Adam Cho, passed away on 4 July 2019
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/augusta-ga/adam-cho-8769348?utm_source=obit
Keywords: Adam Cho
Entry: 98048
Subject: MY FATHER FRANK HANSON MADISON WISCONSIN
Subject: MY FATHER FRANK HANSON MADISON WISCONSIN
Jeff Hanson wrote on June 11, 2019
City and State: HERNDON VA
Unit: RATF ANNAPOLIS
Service or Relationship: Navy
Comments: My sister and I are writing a narrative of my dad's time in Korea, any recollections would be a God send, thanks
Keywords:
Entry: 97617
Subject: PURPLE HEART AWARDS.
Subject: PURPLE HEART AWARDS.
Eric Caubarreaux wrote on March 22, 2019
City and State: LA
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: I am looking for information on the late actor James Garner, who served as Private James Scott Bumgarner with Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Regimental Combat Team, 24th Infantry Division in 1951. I would like to update his information in the National Register of Purple Heart Recipients database, located at www.nrophr.org. I have information on his second Purple Heart award which was for wounds on April 23, 1951, but no information on his first wound. If anyone can provide information on him or any other people who were awarded the Purple Heart while serving with the 5th Regimental Combat Team, such as General Orders, it would be a great help.
Keywords: Purple Heart
Entry: 96949
Subject: FINDING BUDDIES
Subject: FINDING BUDDIES
Donald (Don) Feil wrote on December 15, 2018
City and State: SAN ANTONIO FL
Unit: AS ABOVE
Service or Relationship: *82nd Airborne Div. 325 Reg. 2nd Bat. & 5th R.C.T.
Comments: Is there anyone out there who served in the 5th RCT HQ & HQ Co. 2nd Bat P & A
Platoon from mid 51 to mid 53. Hope to hear from you.
Keywords: 5th RCT P&A platoon
Entry: 96584
Subject: WILLIAM H MYER
Subject: WILLIAM H MYER
Donna Lombardi wrote on October 25, 2018
City and State: BEVERLY HILLS FL
Unit:
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Looking for anyone who knew my Uncle William H. Myer. He was killed Aug. 13 1950. would like to here from anyone who remembers him. He grew up in Amityville New York and loved horses.
Keywords: William H Myer
Entry: 96452
Subject: JOHN HEMPEL KOREAN WAR.
Subject: JOHN HEMPEL KOREAN WAR.
Erick Hempel wrote on October 2, 2018
City and State: FLINT MI
Unit: 5TH REGENTMENTAL COMBAT TEAM
Service or Relationship:
Comments: Looking for anyone that served with my father in Korea. He was with the 5Th RCT. John Hempel.
Keywords:
Entry: 95605
Subject: DOG CO. 1951-1952
Subject: DOG CO. 1951-1952
Jack C. Somerlot wrote on April 30, 2018
City and State: MARION OH
Unit: 5TH RCT
Service or Relationship: Army
Comments: Trying to find guys I served with
Keywords: buddies
Entry: 95469
Subject: 5TH RCT KOREA
Subject: 5TH RCT KOREA
Garry Flanary wrote on April 15, 2018
City and State: MI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father, Joseph D Flanary, was in the US Army, Korea 5th RCT. He didn't speak of his time in country often, but, I learned over the years. He enlisted and was at Fort Breckenridge Kentucky, spent time at Fort Knox and then Fort Campbell. He was awarded a Bronze Star with a V. He hailed from Harlan County Kentucky. I'd love to correspond with anyone that may have known him.
Keywords:
Entry: 95344
Subject: ?
Subject: ?
Roger Burgess wrote on February 17, 2018
City and State: RENTON WA
Unit: HEADQUARTERS CO. 5TH RCT
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords:
Entry: 95198
Subject: LOOKING FOR HELP WITH PHOTO IDENTIFICATION
Subject: LOOKING FOR HELP WITH PHOTO IDENTIFICATION
Kayla Andres wrote on December 25, 2017
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My grandpa Richard Hull served as a radio operator with the 5th and has a lot of photos from his time over there. Unfortunately he now has dementia and doesn't remember too many specifics about them anymore. He wants to organize some of them into a book that he can look at and I would love some help identifying some of the people and places in the photos. Please let me know if anyone is able to help me with this. Looking forward to learning more about his time there!
Keywords: Keywords: Richard Hull or Dick Hull
Radio Operator
Entry: 94967
Subject: PFC RUSHING WAS MY GRANDDAD HE PASSED AWAY WHEN I WAS YOUNG I'VE GOT HIS DD214 AND HE WAS WITH 5RTC
Subject: PFC RUSHING WAS MY GRANDDAD HE PASSED AWAY WHEN I WAS YOUNG I'VE GOT HIS DD214 AND HE WAS WITH 5RTC
Clint Cato wrote on September 16, 2017
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments:
Keywords:
Entry: 94965
Subject: SFC HAROLD R. CROSS JR
Subject: SFC HAROLD R. CROSS JR
Anne Cross-Sanchez wrote on September 12, 2017
City and State: GRAND PRAIRIE TX
Unit: K CO 3 BN 5 INF RGT RGT CBT TM
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My cousins, Sisters and I are still looking for some answers if there's is anyone still out there that served with our Uncle Harold. He was the last American Soldier to die in the Korean war. If you have any information or know anyone that was with him can you please contact us.
Keywords: CHRISTMAS HILL AREA WEST OF CHRISTMAS HILL, John McCrimmon, Walter Vosbrink, Donald Farmer
Entry: 94767
Subject: 5TH CALVARY
Subject: 5TH CALVARY
Reuben Harrell wrote on July 4, 2017
City and State: HERTFORD NC
Unit: 5TH CAVALRY
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: My stepfather was in the Korean War from 1950 to 1952. I know that he was at one time stationed at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. He was also at one point stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky. He was at the rank of corporal when he left the military. Any information is directed to my email, which I will check daily. If anyone remembers him, I think he would be thrilled to have a phone conversation, or keep up with others through facebook or email. He does not have computer savvy, but if this search is fruitful, I will create him a facebook account.
Keywords:
Entry: 94695
Subject: FRANCIS (BUD) HEIBERGER
Subject: FRANCIS (BUD) HEIBERGER
Robert Heiberger wrote on June 14, 2017
City and State: CHICAGO IL
Unit: 5TH RCT HEAVY MORTAR COMPANY APO 301
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Father, Francis (Bud) Heiberger completed Basic Training at Camp Chaffee, Arkansas in December 1951. He became a Medical Aidman at the Far East Medical Service Specialist School in March 1952. He was promoted to Corporal in June of 1952. He passed away in Chicago on March 3rd,1985 at the age of 56. He never spoke much about his experiences. If anyone knew him, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you.
Keywords: Richard Walker (friend), Koje-Do Island, Osaka 1952, Hawchon Reservoir, 8076 MASH Hospital, Punchbowl, Inje, Korea 1952, Scoshi (young boy around camp), Camp Drake, Japan
Entry: 94517
Subject: XMAS HILL 7/23/ 1954 SFC.HAROLD CROSS
Subject: XMAS HILL 7/23/ 1954 SFC.HAROLD CROSS
Roger David Cox SENIOR wrote on April 10, 2017
City and State: BOWLING GREEN MO
Unit: 5TH RCT 3 RD K. CO ,KOREA 1952/1954
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: I like to hear from any one that new SFC Harold Cross Wayne Mi. the i cam rember
he 64 year boys or girls, at in of the cease fire i was togo with to meet his
famley on the R&R in japan,i had just went back to head quarters to get him and me
a new supply a uniform to go ,but that did happen, would like to come to town or
where ever i should lf could talk any one will , phone or letter , me it would
please me ,i am 85 but work and drive an do what ever to do ,i was his radio man
,i called him SFC Harold Cross jush Roger Cox
Keywords: Out Post Harry Pork Chop xmas hill
Entry: 94254
Subject: HAROLD E. KEY AKA BILL KEY
Subject: HAROLD E. KEY AKA BILL KEY
Cynthia Trainor wrote on January 31, 2017
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit: 5TH RCT
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father Harold (Bill) Key arrived in Korea in early May 1952 on the transport ship General Nelson M. Walker and was assigned to the 5th RCT at the punch bowl. His letters to my Mother mention patrols to Heartbreak Ridge and No Name Ridge. He spent several months on the front line and in one letter dated Nov. 10, 1952 stated that they moved back about 20 miles behind the front in an area that belonged to the 40th division. I believe they moved back to the front before he left the punch bowl for good. He left the hill on the 20th of February 1953 via truck for Chunchow and then took a antique train to Yong Dong Po and eventually back to the US. He passed away in 1992 and never shared with us details of his time there. I recently acquired the letters that he sent to my Mother. He mentions friends by the name of Richard Rocha and Norman Shulty. I am interested in learning more about the time he spent there and unfortunately there is not much information on the internet. The Korean war truly is the forgotten war.
Thanks for any information that can be provided.
Keywords: Bill Key
5th RCT
Personal friend Richard Rocha and Norman Schulty
Transport ship General Nelson M. Walker
Chunchow
Yong Dong Po
Entry: 93966
Subject: 5TH RCT REGIMENT
Subject: 5TH RCT REGIMENT
Frank B. Villela wrote on November 11, 2016
City and State: WEST HILLS CA
Unit: 5TH RCT REGIMENT
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
Comments: I am Roman M. Armstrong who is a proud grandson of Frank B. Villela. Coronal Villela was station in Halalulu, Hawaii at Fort Derussy in 1952 as a Corporal in the US Army. Frank was sent to the 38th Parallel in Korea to the Punchbowl within one of the post in the iron triangle called Outpost Harry just north above the 38th Paralellel. While in this critical position, he was one of the 250 men who was on specific orders with the 5th RCT Rangers. Only 25 soldiers lived through this combat gore in which these men was to Hold at all Costs. This command was lead by Lt. James Evans who was also a survivor as they fought in this horrific battle between them and 3 Divisions with about 15000 men in each division of aggressive communist soldiers. Frank who was an immigrant from Mexico with no citizenship was drafted to this blood bath, and was among those who held position from the waves of communists driven to push back the 5th DCT south of the 38th Parallel position. This historical event was explained in several notable stories such as A Morning in June, Against All Odds, and The Hills of Sacrifice. Outpost Harry was upon a Hill that was crucial for the advancement of the Northern forces. Mr. Villela resides in West Hills, California with his wife Armida. They have been married for over 60 years with three children Frank Jr., Lydia, and Fred. Mr. Villela was recently awarded an award of Certificate of Ambassador for Peace Medal from the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs. -2016
Keywords: Korean war veterans, outpost harry, hold at all costs, 38th parallel, 5th RTC regiment, iron triangle, punch bowl, a morning in June, against all odds, tom, dick, and harry, Korean war, certificate of ambassador for peace medal
Entry: 93817
Subject: PUNCHBOWL TO WHITE HORSE MT 1953 BUYOUT
Subject: PUNCHBOWL TO WHITE HORSE MT 1953 BUYOUT
Nathan Erstad wrote on October 4, 2016
City and State: FAREGO ND
Unit: C CO 1 BN 5 INF RGT RGT CBT "
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father is Sidney H Erstad. he was inducted into the army on 14 july 1953 and honorably discharged on 23 april 1954 as a cpl. My father is now 87 and in poor health. I recently came across a purple heart medal he received at the hospital in japan, but noticed no documentation on his DD214. In trying to correct his record, the army board of corrections denied the request to add it to his 214 indicating that the wound was not sustained as a result of hostile action.
in july of 1953, his company was one of many the was to secure outpost harry. on the night of 14 july, they were ordered out to move to white horse mountain. during this night movement off a mountain, the convey encountered rain and shelling making their movement difficult. on a couple of occasions while being shelled they had to jump out of the 2 1/2 ton tandem truck and lay down on the ground. as they continued their truck slid off the road and rolled into rocks and trees. there were 23 men in the truck and 10 -1 5 trucks. dad remembers a close friend riding beside him (Ben Bowen - listed in the korean war project remembrance) being significantly injured (head). Dad received a broken leg. he was subsequently sent to Japan where he was in a body cast for 4 months. Mr. Bowen's information from the Korean War project indicated that he died of Non-hostile, causes also.
SIdney indicted in his writings that they were taking hostile fire while coming down the mountain. my stance is that the wounds these 23 soldiers received were a result of hostile action caused by the enemy via shelling.
these men were brought to the 120th medical battalion on July 14, 1953. Can anyone point me in the right direction to help find the right answer?
thank you
Keywords: punch bowl
outpost harry
white horse mountain
120th medical battalion
CPL BEN RAY BOWEN
Entry: 93693
Subject: 5TH R>C.T. MIKE CO MOTOR POOL 1953/4
Subject: 5TH R>C.T. MIKE CO MOTOR POOL 1953/4
Carl Wallace SR. wrote on September 1, 2016
City and State: HUMELSTOWN PA
Unit: 5TH R.C.T. MOTOR POOL M CO 1953/4
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran
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Entry: 93618
Subject: LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW ANTHONY VRTISKA
Subject: LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW ANTHONY VRTISKA
Tanner Hippen wrote on August 18, 2016
City and State:
Unit: 5TH REGIMENTAL COMBAT TEAM
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I'm looking for anyone who knew or served with Anthony Vrtiska who was with the 5th Regimental Combat Team who entered country around December 1952. I'm his grandson and would like to talk to someone who served with him. He died 1976 before I was born. I've served in Iraq as an infantryman and would like to talk to someone who knew him. Thanks
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Entry: 93383
Subject: ROMAN PROUTY, SR.
Subject: ROMAN PROUTY, SR.