Entry: 11193
Subject: 65TH INF. REG. SERVICE CO.
Francisco J. (Frank) Aviles SR. wrote on August 21, 2000
City and State: JACKSONVILLE NC
Unit:
Service or Relationship: .........
Comments: I am presently searching for 65th Inf. Reg, 3rd Inf. Div. members who served in the Service Co.
Keywords:
Entry: 11017
Subject: 65TH INFANTERY REGIMENT HOMAGE
Vivian Deliz wrote on August 14, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: For those people who are attending the ceremony in Arlington Cementery on September 20, 2000, please note that the new contact person is Kemp, Peter K MAJ DUSA-IA [Peter.Kemp@HQDA.Army.Mil]. He can be contacted at (703)602-2181.
Keywords: 65th homage
Entry: 10865
Subject: UPCOMING SALUTE TO 65TH INFANTRY REGIMENT
Lisa Hooker wrote on August 6, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: WORCESTER MA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: On September 17th, 2000, in Worcester, Massachusetts, we are holding a salute to Korean War Heroes in which we will be holding a special tribute to the members of the 65th Infantry Regiment. Our special guest will be Carlos Romero-Barcelo, the Puerto Rican Representative in Washington, DC. We hope to have as many members of the 65th in attendance as possible.
If anyone would like more information on the associated events, please call 800-646-0939, x234. You can also send me an e-mail at Lisa803@aol.com. We would love to see as many friends and veterans of the 65th Infantry Regiment as possible.
Lisa Hooker
Keywords: 65th Infantry Regiment, Borinqueneers, veteran tribute, Korea
Entry: 10673
Subject: BORINQUENEER PAINTING
Dionisio Flores wrote on July 29, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: OCEANSIDE CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Hello,
I am the nephew of 2 uncles (Familia Flores) who served with the 65th Infantry (Borinquenners) during the Korean War. Their health prevents them both from attending September and October's ceremonies in Arlington, VA and Puerto Rico (Respectively). I would like to honr them by presenting them with a artist print of the Borinqueneers Heritage Series painted by J. Andrea in 1992 that illustrates the great battle that the Borinqueneers were engaged in against the Chinese in Feb 1951. Does anyone know how I can purchase this painting? Your assistance is appreciated. I can be contacted via email: MUGSYUSMC@aol.com
Keywords: Borinqueneers, J Andrea, 65th Infantry, Painting
Entry: 10422
Subject: FRIENDS OF LUIS R. RAMOS
Jose Ramos wrote on July 18, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: INDIANAPOLIS IN
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father served in the 65th infantry division
in Korea. He also served in Japan, North Africa,
Germany, and France, during WW II. He is now 76,
and as much as I would liked to know about the
wars he served in, he doesn't like to talk about
it. I would like to find out more about my father's experiences in the army. He was in the
communications division and from what I know, he
never was ranked because he was too stubborned.
He liked to gamble with his GI buddies. I would
appreciate if anybody who knows my father could
send me a note. Old pictures or letters would also
be deeply appreciated. Next month is his 50th
wedding anniversary and I would like to do something special for them. He is originally from
Cayey, Puerto Rico. I also remember my father having lots of medals, all of which are lost.
I would like to know what they meant.
Keywords: 65th infantry, Cayey, Puerto Rico, liked to play
cards, was in the communications division
Entry: 10367
Subject: REMEMBER ANDRES FIGUEROA
Carlos Hernandez wrote on July 15, 2000
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: We are trying to find some help on information of the Puerto Rican Medical Unit that PFC Andres Figueroa belonged to. He is from Naranjito, PR. His serial no.is 50107091 and he served an ambulance driver. They are trying to take his VA benefits and retirement due to a fire that burned his records. please Help!!!!65th Infantry Division
Keywords: Pork Chop,White Horse Hill, San Juan Hill
Entry: 10193
Subject: ARTICLE IN SAN JUAN STAR
Francisco Maldonado wrote on July 8, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: HATO REY PR
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Hi. My name is Francisco Maldonado, the same as my grandfather, who fought with the 65th in WWII and Korea. I am currently a student majoring in history at Yale University and I want to do my senior thesis on the 65th infantry. What piqued my interest in this was an article I recall reading in the San Juan Star a year or two ago about some sort of court martial or disciplinary action against certain soldiers in the 65th. If anyone has a copy of this article (or the date and issue in which it was published), any information about this incident, or any ideas for a paper on the 65th, your feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time.
Cordially,
Francisco J. Maldonado
Keywords:
Entry: 10055
Subject: 65TH PUERTORICAN INFANTRY
Alwin Arce wrote on July 3, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: I NEED TO BE IN TOUCH WITH A REPRESENATIVE OF THE 65TH INFANTRY
WE WOULD LIKE TO HONOR THE 65TH AT THE 4 ANNUAL PUERTO RICAN PARADE IN ATLANTIC CITY ON SUNDAY AUG 13 ON THE BROADWALK
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Entry: 10029
Subject: HEAVY TANK CO
Albert Young wrote on July 2, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: CLINTON TN
Unit: 65TH INFANTRY REGIMENT HEAVY TANK 3RD DIVISION
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am writing on behalf of my father,Albert Young,
who served in the Korean War January 1954 to December 1954. He was recently told by David Petree at the National Personnel Record Center, that they have no record of the 65th Infantry Regiment Heavy Tank 3rd Division. They stated that alot of records were destroyed by a fire, and they didn't even have record of my father serving in Korea. I am grieved, because my father was wounded in action, and should have received a purple heart. My father has many pictures of Korea, standing with his buddies in uniform, but they have stated that this isn't proof enough. Could anybody give me some kind of advice on how this issue could be resolved? My father deserves
better treatment than this for the sacrifice he gave for this country. I know there are many of you, who are or have been in this position. How did you resolve this? Your response is very much appreciated. God bless you all!!!
Keywords: 65th Infantry Regiment Heavy Tank 3rd Division
Came to Korea on the ship General N.M. Walker out of Oakland, CA in January of 54. Trained in Fort Hood Texas in 53, 1st Armor Division Company C.
Fought up above the 38th Parallel next to the Iron Triangle in Korea.
Entry: 10026
Subject: TANK CO
Mary Ann Young wrote on July 2, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father was told recently by David Petree at the
National Personnel Record Center in St Louis Missouri, that they have no record of the 65th Infantry Regiment Heavy Tank 3rd Division, that served during the Korean War. Alot of records were destroyed in a fire, and they have no record of my father serving. I am grieved, because my
father was wounded in the war. He should have received a Purple Heart. He also should have received health benefits, but without any "proof"
he has received nothing. My father's serial number was US53170104. He has all kinds of pictures being in Korea, but the officials won't acknowledge these things as proof. Could somebody
give me some advice on what to do? Where could I
get some concrete proof? My father never talked much about the Korean war, but now he is starting
to open up. I want to see my father receive the
honor that is due him. I'm sure there are many more in the same position. I thank you so much for the sacrifice you gave so that I could be where I am today. God bless you all... veterans everywhere. I am truly grateful.
Keywords: 65th Infantry Regiment Heavy Tank 3rd Division
Was on the General N.M. Walker, that took him to
Korea out of Oakland January of 1954.
Fought up above 38th Parallel next to the "Iron
Triangle". He was in the "Heavy Tank" division.
Trained at Fort Hood Texas March of 53.
He was part of the 1st Armor Division Company C.
Entry: 9825
Subject: SCREENWRITER
Alfredo Quinones wrote on June 26, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: WASHINGTONVILLE NY
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: I am doing research and working on a screenplay on
the 65th Infantry Regiment. Anyone who has served
with this company during Korea and would like to
tell their story, please contact me at
alq@frontiernet.net or phone me at 914-496-57
Keywords:
Entry: 9808
Subject: ANTONIO HIDALGO SOTO 'CO B'
Noel Hidalgo Torres wrote on June 26, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: DAYTON OH
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: ANTONIO HIDALGO SOTO
My father, Antonio Hidalgo Soto, Moca, PR,
served in Korea with Company B, 65th Infantry
Regiment, 3rd Division, from 1950 to 1951.
There he earned a Combat Infantry Badge.
During W.W.II he served in Panama in the
Artillery, and spent time training in Camp
Tortuguero, PR. After Korea he went to other
US Army units:
Fort Hamilton, NY, with Anti Aircraft Artillery
Anti Aircraft Artillery sites around Washington
DC,
Fort Knox, KY, for tank training
3rd Armored Division in Fiedburg, Germany.
Back to Fort Knox as a tank instructor
Fort Buchanan, PR. for discharge.
He retired at Ft Buchanan in1962 with 22
years service with the rank of Sergeant First
Class (SFC).
Antonio is now 79. I will be joining him and
my mother, now 80, late this year (2000) in Rio
Piedras, PR. I hope to be able to help them,
with the challenges of life. I have two pictures
of my father taken on April 18 and 20, 1951 on
the 38th Parallel.
He maintains contact with many of his friends,
although many have died.
Are there any old friends out there. Please let
me know.
Noel Hidalgo Torres: nh45@yahoo.com
Keywords: Antonio Hidalgo Soto, Moca, PR, served in
Korea with Company B, 65th Infantry
Regiment, 3rd Division
Entry: 9663
Subject: 65TH INFANTRY 3RD DIVISION L CO.
Patrese Bielinski wrote on June 24, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: Hello I have updates from my father. He served in Korea 65th 3rd div L co. from 3/53 to 6/54.
He has spoken to one of his former buddies but continues to look for more men who served with him. He remembers David A Waller from IA. and Wesley L. Hendricks from NJ. My dad is Joseph J. Valitsky from CT. His company comander was 1st Lt. Albert T. Smith. If anyone remembers the man who was reffered to as "SKI" by the CO please email me so that I may share this with my father.
My fathers birthday is soon and I would love to present him with memories and voices from his days serving this wonderful country. Also my dad tells me that his mess hall received the food service citation for almost 1 whole year. He was awarded his SGT. Stripes by a two star General while in Korea.
Keywords: one whole year, honored with the food service award because of Sgt. Joseph Valitsky******
Entry: 9088
Subject: DOES ANYBODY KNOW THIS MAN
Jose Alejandro Amoros wrote on June 1, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Is there anybody out there whom may have served or knew my father during the war. He was a seargent in the 65th. He was from Guayama, PR, and he was in the infantry but served for a while as a radio man for a Col. because he knew a little more English. He was in Korea between 1951-1952. His name was Alejandro Amoros, but his nickname was Nando. Thank you.
Keywords: Guayama
Entry: 9043
Subject: NEED TO GET INFORMATION
L. Vazquez-Napoleon wrote on May 30, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am a grand-niece of Jose A. Napoleon Escudero (His name was written wrong in his military papers, I guess). I 'm looking for anyone who knew my grand-uncle, someone who fought along side him. I was doing some research for college
when by accident I found this page, and I just started to look for my mom's uncle, till I found his name.But unfortunately, there was not much information written down for him. If anyone knew him, or has maybe a picyure of him, or can get me some info as to where I can get a military picture of him, pleas contact me, Lil Vazquez-Napoleon at my email address LaCacica@yahoo.com May God Bless you all.
Keywords: Jose A. Napoleon Escudero : PV2, Serial # US50114784, Served in the 65th Infantry, 3rd Inf. Div.from 1951 to 1952. Occupation specialty 04745. Declared MIA 0n Sept. 18, 1952, in North Korea.
Entry: 9001
Subject: INFORMATION ON THE 65TH INFANTRY
Francisco Colon wrote on May 29, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father served in the Army during the war. He did not see action in Korea, but was stationed in Puerto Rico. He is part of the 1952 Army ROTC class of the University of Puerto Rico. His ROTC class has a reunion every year and, through him, I have met many of the other "lieutenants" who served at that time.
I am interested in information on the service of the members of his class, or those who served in the Puerto Rican 65th Infantry.
Keywords: 65th Infantry. 1952-53. University of Puerto Rico ROTC class of 1952.
Entry: 8990
Subject: WAS MY SQUAD LEADER IN 1953
James Stuhler wrote on May 29, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: ANCHORAGE
Unit: CO K 65TH INFANTRY REGIEMTN
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: Any family member may contact me.
Keywords: 6 July 1953, on patrol. Was present when he was killed.
Entry: 8778
Subject: C CO
Walter B. (Walt) Clark wrote on May 19, 2000
Deceased
City and State: CHARLESTON SC
Unit: CO C, 65TH INFANTRY, 3RD INF DIVISION;HQ,UNC,66-67
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: WIA July 52 near Imjin River. 65th Inf was Puerto Rican unit- good troops. Am in contact with Van Jenrette, who is now running for Congress. Was Commandant at The Citadel during 1970s. Have written about the 2nd Korean War; have touch with David Benbow who founded DMZ Vets organization. Once knew Gen Freeman who Hal Barker refers to re Chipyong-ni. Knew officers of 5th Cav who moved to relieve 23rd Inf at Chipyong-ni.
Keywords: Rifle Plt Ldr, Co C, 65th Inf, 3rd Inf Div, 1952: Exo/aide to CINC, UNC/USFK/8th US Army, 1966-67 -knowledgeable of "2nd Korean War"
Entry: 8768
Subject: PASCUAL ROSA . KOREAN WAR VETERAN SERVED WITH THE 65TH INFANTRY
Pascual Rosa wrote on May 18, 2000
City and State: AGUADA PR
Unit: 65TH INFANTRY
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: It is with great pleasure thatwe created a webpage for Retired Sargent Pascul Rosa-Feliciano. In this page, created as a tribute to our father and personal heroe , we present pictures and a moving interview about his memories of Korea.
You can visit this webpage at: http://www.geocities.com/smros1/papiwebpage.html
Keywords: 65th Infantry
Entry: 8764
Subject: LOOKING FOR 65TH INFANTRY MEMBERS IN CONNECTICUT
Helen Ubinas wrote on May 18, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: HARTFORD CT
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: Hello,
My name is Helen Ubinas. I am a reporter for The Hartford Courant newspaper, the largest daily in Connecticut. I am doing a story on the 65th Infantry and am looking to locate and talk to any members who are from Connecticut. I'm looking for any and all help. Please call me at 860-241-6542 or e-mail me at ubinas@courant.com.
Thank You.
Keywords: Ouerto Rican Veterans of the 65th Infantry living in Connecticut
Entry: 8689
Subject: THE GALLANT 65TH INFANTRY
Bolivar Almenas wrote on May 15, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am a viet nam veteran, and while stationed in the states I did some reseacrh on the Korea war.
I have a cousin who died in that war, and some of the older fellows from the old neighborhood of wales ave in the Bronx. The 65th infantry was the Pride of Puerto Rico.
The predominantly Puerto Rican 65th Infantry Regiment was honored in a 1992 Army National Guard
heritage painting for its record of valor during the Korean War.
The scene depicts the regimental bayonet charge against a Chinese division near Seoul, South Korea,on Feb. 2, 1951. The 65th had been ordered to seize two hills and climaxed a three-day assault by fixing bayonets and launching straight into the Chinese 149th Division. The enemy soldiers fled.
The 65th was organized in 1899, a year after the United States seized Puerto Rico from Spain. At the time,the Army considered the regiment to be
"colonial troops"for the defense of the island, according to the Army Center for Military History in Washington D.C.. Its nickname,"The Borinqueneers," honors a native
Puerto Rican Taino Indian tribe who called the Island Boriquen.
The regiment served in Panama and France during World War II, but its record was undistinguished
because, some sources say, Army commanders lacked confidence in the Puerto Ricans' willingness to
fight, which smack right into some sense of superiority in the psychic of those commanders.
It took the Korean War to prove the fallacy of that analogy were.
After arriving at Pusan, South Korea, on Sept. 20, 1950, the outfit quickly won respect on the
battlefield. Over the next three years, it participated in nine major campaigns and earning a
Presidential Unit Citation, a Meritorious Unit Commendation and two Republic of Korea Unit
Citations. Individual members earned four Distinguished Service Crosses and 124 Silver Stars. It should be noted that after the silver star come's the medal of honor, and I will venture to say that many of those silver stars should have been medals of honor.
The ground war in Korea was fought on some of the most mountainous terrain in the world and many of the bitterest battles occurred during the winter, when extreme cold, snow and ice dogged troops. The 65th's regimental motto,"Honor and Fidelity," exemplifies its gallant service in that difficult war. It should be further noted that percentage wise more Americans Puerto Ricans fought in Korea than the continental Americans.
General McArthur was interview once concerning the 65th and he stated that if he he to do battle, he who prefer to be leading the 65th.
Keywords: The unity and spirit of the 65th Infantry
Entry: 8685
Subject: TWO COMMEMORATION EVENTS
Baltazar (Bart) Soto wrote on May 15, 2000
City and State: JONESBORO GA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments:
Two Commemoration Ceremonies are planned to honor the Veterans and Family Members of the 65th Infantry Regiment. The first is planned for Arlington National Cemetery, Washington D.C. on 20 September 2000. The second ceremony is planned for the "El Morro Fortress", San Juan, Puerto Rico on 15 October 2000. For information please contact SMSGT Calvin Springfield (703) 602-6828 or email: calvin.springfield@hqda.army.mil
Keywords: Commemoration Events
Entry: 8600
Subject: MY FATHER FOUGHT IN KOREA 1951-52
Angel Luis Fontanez wrote on May 11, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: BRIDGEPORT CT
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am the son of a Korean War Veteran. His name is Ruben Fontanez Torres. He served from 1951 to 1952. His description of the war was,"Not like Viet Nam. Korean war was always boom boom boom boom,sabre jets bombarding Chinese positions while at the same time we saw Soviet Migs in dog fights with them. We respected Chinese artillery. He always mention fire forty fet as the name of this type of artillery". He told me when I was a kid that sometimes he went with 300 soldiers and only 23 returned. "God was protecting me. There is no other explanation. We could do patrols or advance through below zero temperature without food for weeks. Food supplies were sent but fell on enemy territory most of the time. Because of the tension i never thought on food". Then he taught my brother and myself how to run when under artillery fire,"Never run in a straight line,run in zig zag. You have more chances to survive this way. One day he told me that a certain Reyes came running towards him crying,'estoy herido'(I'm wounded). He had to stop to cure him. On another ocassion he saved his comrade as a captured Chinese soldier tried to attack them with his bayonet. He used his M-1
rifle as a stick to block the attack and disarm the enemy. It was easy,he said" He told me he and another soldier went on difficult missions to gun down snipers and that General Van Fleet congratulated them. He was given two medals for bravery. Today he reacts with thunder,"He thinks he is still under artillery fire. It is unfair that these brave soldiers have been forgotten and not compensated appropriately as they deserved. Today he feels bitter of the way he and his comrades are treated by the V.A. in P.R. He got sick while in service but the evidence was witheld by the Appeals Board.He deserves service connected pension. He will pass away with this sadness and I would like to know how to help my dad get a fair play by these people in the V.A.
If you recognize his name please leave a message. I will let him know it. Thanks.
Keywords: Kelly Hill;fire forty fet.
Entry: 8483
Subject: LOOKING FOR
Art Elkington wrote on May 6, 2000
City and State: KALISPELL MT
Unit: HQ.CO.3RD BTN.65TH INF.REGT.3RD ID
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: Looking For a buddy named Salvator DeFranco Nicknamed (Spagetti) from Chicago Ill.
Would like to get in touch with him, its been 43 years!
Keywords: (Spagetti), Looking for Buddy 1953 at Boomerang, Iron Triangle, Papa San, Kumhwa Valley.
Entry: 8474
Subject: CO. M 65TH REGIMENT
James H. (Jim) Mulligan wrote on May 6, 2000
City and State: MARYSVILLE WA
Unit: CO. M 65TH REG, 3RD DIV
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: Anyone out there with long memories and short fuses who remembers me? I haven't taked with anyone in 50 years and the commemorative events coming up might be the appropriate time to renew acquaintance with many very wonderful friends and great guys.
Keywords: Sponsor of the Korean War Project
Entry: 8402
Subject: DID YOU KNOW MY GRANDFATHER?
Eric Flores wrote on May 3, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: GRAND RAPIDS MI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My grandfather, Jose Flores, who died a few years ago, served in the Korean War in the 65th. He never talked much about the war, so after he died no one in my family really knew much about his role. I am taking a class on the Korean War now and am trying to find information on what he did in the war. If anyone knew him please email me. Thank you so much.
Keywords:
Entry: 8051
Subject: SALUTE TO THE 65TH INF REG AND ALL PR MILITARY VETS
Ruben Pabon wrote on April 17, 2000
City and State: PATERSON NJ
Unit: US ARMY RETIRED
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: The Puerto Rican Parade of Paterson (NJ) 2000, Inc. will be hosting a "salute to Puerto Rican Veterans" on May 26, 2000. We are particularly interested in honoring members of the 65th Inf. Regt who served in Korea. For further information contact: Mrs. Onelia Flores, President, PRPofP2K,Inc at: P.O. Box 5451, Paterson, Nj 07509. Ph.(973) 684-3927/523-8740/523-7826, Email: FloresCy@aol.com
Keywords:
Entry: 7654
Subject: DID YOU?
Stephen M. (Steve) Mayfield wrote on March 25, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: THOUSAND OAKS CA
Unit: 15TH RCT
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: Any of you Borinqueeners sail with the regiment in 1950? Please contact me. Thanks -
Did anyone who served with HvTkCo know George Karras - he was from Detroit.
Keywords: Outpost Harry, Jun '53
Kumsong Salient battle Jul '53
Entry: 7486
Subject: 65TH INF BATTLE PATROL
Steve Johnson wrote on March 15, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: Seeking information about the 65th Inf Battle Patrol, 3rd Inf Div, Korean War. Is there anyone out there who served in this elite unit?
Keywords: Battle Patrol
Entry: 7349
Subject: L CO. JUNE 1953
Joseph J. Valitsky wrote on March 6, 2000
City and State: BERLIN CT
Unit: 65THINF 3RD DIV L CO 6/53
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Hello this is an update my father SGT> JOSEPH J. VALITSKY SERVED IN KOREA 65TH 3RD LCO JUNE OF 1953
Hello, I am the daughter of a korean war vet. Sgt Joseph J Valitsky. My dad would love to hear from anyone who served with him Sorry I do not know the exact years he was in. My father often spoke of his days serving our country when I was a child. His stories never scared me so I think he probably tempered them. My dad is suffering physical limitations and would be greatly lifted if he heard from any buddies he served with. He was in the 65th inf. 3rd division L company. He spoke of being in a fox hole with a Jimmy Williams celebrating his 18th birthday in the pouring rain. My dad was born 6/25/32 so perhaps it was 1950 that he was in Korea. Please anyone with fond memories of this mess hall Sgt. Email me at spb4889@gateway.net until 3/11/00. I will post our new Email when this arrives. God Bless all you heroic men and may you enjoy your retirement years with terrific health, love, family and friends. Dads Daughter.
Keywords:
Entry: 6701
Subject: KENNETH DARNELL, FIRST LIEUTENANT
Sarah Knick wrote on February 4, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: SHREVEPORT LA
Unit: 65TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, 3RD DIVISION
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father served in the Korean War from 1952-1953 in the 65th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Division. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who might have known and/or served with him. I have heard many stories of the bravery of the men in this unit. I am sincerely hoping he will attend the memorial service on September 20, 2000 at Arlington National Cemetery.
Thank you and God Bless Each One of You.
Keywords: Kenneth Darnell, Ken Darnell
Entry: 6686
Subject: 65TH HEAVY TANKS CO
Thomas M. Flavin wrote on February 4, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State: DARIEN IL
Unit: 65TH HEAVY TANKS
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: op harry. hill 412
Keywords: op harry. hill 412
Entry: 6452
Subject: SON OF BORINQUENEER
Glenn Maldonado wrote on January 25, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Father, Martin Maldonado served with the 65th Infantry in Korea. He was a career NCO with the rank of, I think, Master Sgt. He was from Cayey PR. I would like to hear from anyone that knew him.
Also, I think it is great that someone is going to write a book about the 65Th. Maybe then people will realize the sacrifices that Puerto Ricans have made for the United States
Keywords:
Entry: 6171
Subject: 65TH INF. REG. 3RD INF. DIV.
Joseph Perdicaro wrote on January 12, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: I am looking for anyone who was in the 65th inf. reg. 3rd inf. div. from October 1951 to October 1952. My name is Carlos Ruiz Gaudin, I was in Company B, and my tag # was U.S.50106364.
I am in desperate need of anyone who knows me or was in my unit to contact me, I need proof of enrollment. The VA has lost all of my files, and I am unable to recieve benefits. If you have any information, I would appreciate it.
Keywords:
Entry: 6057
Subject: CARLOS DIMAS MANSO
Luz Briggs wrote on January 6, 2000
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Does anyone who served with the guys from Puerto Rico remeber a Carlos Dimas Manso?
He was from Loiza Aldea.
Keywords:
Entry: 6043
Subject: DC COMMEMORATION CEREMONY
Baltazar (Bart) Soto wrote on January 6, 2000
City and State: JONESBORO GA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: The US Army will officially commemorate the veterans, family members and
those who lost loved ones who served in the 65th Infantry Regiment during
the Korean War. This event is planned for Wednesday, September 20, 2000,
1:00 p.m. at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington D.C.
Point of Contact is SMSgt Calvin Springfield at (703) 602-6828.
Keywords: DC Commemoration Ceremony
Entry: 5883
Subject: SON OF KOREAN VETERAN
Nelson Gonzalez wrote on December 28, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father, Corporal Juan R. Gonzalez, served in Company "L", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division from 1951-52, as an infantryman. My father seldom speaks about his tour in Korea. I would like to know if anyone out there knows or remembers my father.
Nelson Gonzalez, Texas
2nd Infantry Div. 8-83 to 8-84
Keywords:
Entry: 5691
Subject: TANK COMPANY 65TH INF REGT
Edward Biercewicz wrote on December 17, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: PITTSBURGH PA
Unit: TANK CO 65TH INF REGT
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: TANK CO 65TH INF REGT
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Entry: 5673
Subject: MY BORINQUENEER HEROE
Pilar Santos-Curran wrote on December 16, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: SAN JOSE CA
Unit: 65TH INF. COMPANY C
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: PLEASE VISIT MY WEB PAGE DEDICTED TO MY DAD, ANTONIO SANTOS.
gO TO : http://www.advercomm.com/borinqueneer\\Please sign the guest book and feel free to pass around the webpage.
Pilar(Antonio Santos' daughther)
Keywords: BORINQUENEERS
Entry: 5434
Subject: 65TH INFANTRY REG
Jose Hernandez-Cruz wrote on December 3, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: FARMINGTON MN
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: I Personally know Rafael Pacheco. He served in the Korean War with the 65th Infantry Regiment. His daughter is married to my twin brother MSG Miguel A. Hernandez. Rafael is a lawyer today resident of Bayamon PR. He has very interesting stories about what he experienced in combat duty in the Korean War. You can contact my brother in 787-774-0903 or his office in Ft. Buchanan, PR 787-707-2588. He can lead you to talk to Rafael Pacheco. I hope you are sucessful in gathering the information needed to set the history right about their contribution during the Korean War. Good Luck!
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Entry: 5401
Subject: DAUGHTER OF KOREAN WAR VET
Jacqueline Lee wrote on December 2, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: SAN ANTONIO TX
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am doing my father's family history. I would like to know if any one remembers Roger Fiddermon. He was from Virginia. He was wounded on 10 Jun 53 about six months after I was born. My father passed away this past June 1999 and as a gift to his only living sibling, I would like to have some stories to add to his section of this history. My aunt is the last of the line and she is 80 years old. If anyone know anything, please respond. Thank you.
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Entry: 5361
Subject: SON OF KOREAN WAR VETERAN NEEDS INFORMATION
Jose Ruiz wrote on November 29, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: WEST HAVEN CT
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I would like to know if anyone out there remembers my father. His name was Luis Ruiz Baez and he served in Korea until June 4,1951, when he was wounded in battle. He was then sent to a hospital in San Francisco until he was discharged in March, 1952. He grew up in Trastalleres, Santurce, Puerto Rico and the used to call him "Guicho". When he returned after the war, they nicknamed him "El Héroe de Panmunjom".
He passed away in 1993 and I would like to find anyone out there who could share any memories of him. Thanks.
Keywords: purple heart, er57011029, 65th infantry
Entry: 5312
Subject: JOSE RUIZ - FAMILY MEMBER
Jose Ruiz wrote on November 26, 1999
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City and State: WEST HAVEN CT
Unit: 65TH INFANTRY
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: 65TH INFANTRY
Keywords: Puerto Rico
Entry: 5290
Subject: CO C, 1ST BN, 65TH INF, 3RD INF DIV
Charles D. Cabaniss wrote on November 25, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: DALLAS TX
Unit: CO C, 1ST BN, 65TH INF, 3RD INF DIV
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: Interested in contacting anyone who served in Korea during 1950-1951 in Company C, 1st Battalion, 65th Infantry, 3rd Infantry Division. Please email me.
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Entry: 4885
Subject: SGT. CRUZ GREEN COLON 1952 - 1953
Ivan Colon wrote on November 13, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: BRONX NY NY
Unit: 65TH INFANTRY REGIMENT
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Though I am a veteran myself of the Gulf War, I am doing this for my father who rarely speaks about this Unforgotten War.
I don't have any more information at this time but will update in the near future.
Keywords: SGT Cruz Green Colon
65th Infantry Regiment
Served the last two years of war.
Entry: 4639
Subject: COMMEMORATION CEREMONY PLANNED
Baltazar (Bart) Soto wrote on November 9, 1999
City and State: JONESBORO GA
Unit: 65TH INFANTRY REGIMENT
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: The US Army will formally commemorate the veterans of the 65th Infantry Regiment. Planning has begun on the ceremony and I am part of the planning committee. Once all the details are worked out I will make a new posting to this messageboard and a formal invitation will be provided to the regimental veterans. I request all veterans write or email me and provide their current address.
Keywords: Commemoration Ceremony Planned, Veteran's Wanted
Entry: 4585
Subject: E CO
Patsy J. (Pat) Scarpato wrote on November 8, 1999
Deceased
City and State: STATEN ISLAND NY
Unit: E CO. 65TH INF. REGT, 3RD DIV
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Comments: Although the majority of soldiers in the 65th Inf. Regt were Puerto Rican, there were names like Cavazos,(Mexican-American), Schaefer, Olson, Mitchell, Watkins, Williams, Scarpato, etc.From all areas of the U.S. Cpl. Charles E. Criss, E Company, from Preston, West Virginia, was killed in action on 7/21/53, just before the truce was signed. I served in Korea in Easy Company of the 65th Infantry Regt, from 3/53 to 9/53 and participated in patrols and battles in the Kuhmwa - Chorwan Valleys, and on 6/14/53 was in a raid on hill 412 to block a Chinese offensive. The last major fight E Company was in was the Kumsong Bulge. Is anyone aware of any unit citations given to any units of the 65th ?
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Entry: 4553
Subject: G CO
Edward R. Kundrot wrote on November 8, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: VERO BEACH FL
Unit: GEOGRE COMPANY 65TH INF. REG.
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Comments: In 1952 - 1954 I served with george company, until the war ended. Would enjoy hearing from servisors of outpost Harry and the attack of hill 612. After the war I was incharge of 65th regimental nco club. I am looking for an old buddy of mine Robert Kennedy who served at the same time; would really like to here from him. Also went on RR together to Japan.
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Entry: 4310
Subject: HQ 3RDBN
Gaberial Paul Cabrera wrote on November 7, 1999
City and State: SIERRA VISTA AZ
Unit: HQ,3RDBN,65THIR,RCT,3RDID(PR)
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Comments: The History office at Yongsan gave me your site. My father served with the Hq, 3RD BN, 65th Inf RGT
RGT CBT Team, attached to 3rd ID, Puerto Rican RGT, in DEC 1951 he was evacted to 805th mash unit then on to 382nd Gen Hospital in Osaka Japan.
My father was located at a bunker in the BN REAR area when he was hit with incoming arty. My father retired in 68 and is currently living in Sierra Vista AZ. The e-mail is mine, I will direct all traffic to him. I will mail the current pages on your site to my father this week, he will be very pleased. I expect that he will attempt to contact some of the soldiers who have address listed. ***NOTE****The e-mail addresses donot come up with you click on them*** Thank you.
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Entry: 3784
Subject: I952 OPERATIONS
Silvia Alvarez-Curbelo wrote on October 28, 1999
Email Update Needed
City and State: SAN JUAN PR
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: I am a professor at the University of Puerto Rico currently doing research on the 65th in Korea. I would love to hear from veterans especially those that were in the operations of Kelly Hill and Jackson Heights.
Keywords: Kelly Hill; Jackson Heights