72nd Medium Tank Battalion

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David Opfer wrote on June 11, 2023

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City and State: GRANADA HILLS CA

Unit: 2ND BGD 2 INFT

Service or Relationship: Army

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Wendy Ouderkirk wrote on November 12, 2022

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City and State: NY

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Comments: My father served in the Korean war 72nd Tank Battallion on April 24, 1951 he was awarded the silver star. I was wondering if anyone knew where I could get a picture of him.

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Jonathan Burgett wrote on January 23, 2022

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City and State: WESTMORELAND TN

Unit: 2/72ND

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Comments: My father recently passed away, I remember growing up a lot of the items,pictures,yearbook’s,all his memorabilia. It was all lost, several years ago in a mishap. All I have left is a few platoon photos from Fort Knox. A Camp Casey mug, and his DD-214. I would love to know if anyone served with him, remembers him, possibly have photos, additional information. I know for sure he was in Fort Knox. In the mid,to late 70’s as a 1st Sergeant. At some point at Camp Casey unsure if he was Sergeant first class or 1st Sergeant while there, he was with the 2/72nd in Korea. He retired out 1st Sergeant Ralph Barba. I do know that he spent most of his career with Armor in one capacity or another. I would love to learn as much about his service as possible. I only remember so much, and his DD-214 only says so much as for details such as dates,etc.

Keywords: 2nd Infantry Division, 72nd Tank BN, Ft. Knox KY., Camp Casey Korea, SNCO, 1st Sergeant Barba,

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Kevin Mather wrote on November 18, 2021

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City and State: YORK PA

Unit: 436 MAC, DOVER A.F.B.

Service or Relationship: U.S. Air Force

Comments: Looking for info about my father.
John T. Mather Jr. (may have gone by Jack, that's what his sister always called him.)
Served with the 72nd during Korea.
I believe he was admin.

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Thomas Haywood JR wrote on January 4, 2021

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City and State: CONWAY AR

Unit: 1/72 ARMORED 2ND DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Army

Comments: 1982 through 1983 that remembers that terrible accident or anyone that served with the dragons that time I was attacted to HHC S3 SPECIAL OPERATIONS

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Norman Naylor wrote on July 5, 2020

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City and State: HAMPSTEAD MD

Unit: HHC 2D BN 72D ARMOR 2D INF DIV

Service or Relationship: Army

Comments: Looking for anyone who served together in Korea

Keywords: Scout Platoon Recon IMG scouts

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Bruce White wrote on March 7, 2020

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City and State: CONWAY AR

Unit: D 1/72 ARMOR

Service or Relationship: Armor Crewman

Comments: I arrived at the turtle farm in early Jan 1986 and was taken straight to the field since the unit was on an alert at the time. I did escort a prisoner back to the states in Dec of 86. All my records have been lost in a fire and my memory is not good. I would like to hear from others that were there. Also

looking for anyone that can confirm me slipping on an ice-covered fender and fell over the light guard of my tank injuring my back. Hoping for someone that remembers Watson getting killed from 2nd tank.
Frank Turner and Ed Rivera? If you're out there Get in touch with me.

Keywords: Frank Turner. Rivera. Watson.

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David DeVault IV wrote on December 8, 2019

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Comments: My Great Uncle Milton Henry DeVault (BUD) 1LT was kia with the 72nd tank battalion during the defense of the Pusan Perimeter in 1950. Is there any one here who served with him. He was also a WWII Veteran. Oh thank you for your service, especially for the veterans of two wars. The second one is harder.

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Todd Desmarais wrote on May 19, 2019

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Comments: Anyone who's relatives severed in the 72nd tank 2nd ID during the opening of the Korean war I would love to chat. My dad was in MOH winners kouma group

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Kenneth Wiswell wrote on March 5, 2019

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Unit: 1/72D ARMOR D CO. BLACKSHEEP

Service or Relationship: Army

Comments: Looking to correspond with anyone that served in this unit from Oct. 1986 to Oct. 1987. Also lost my yearbook during flood here in Houston, willing to buy one if you have an extra or one you dont want.
I was in 3rd platoon "3rd Herd", we were in the quonset huts down near the motorpool. Sgt Bruning was platoon sgt., Sgt Mcraner was my tank commander. There was also Sgt. Dyer Sgt Riley, Sp4 Cortez, Early, Suder, and Kirwin. Capt Forrester was CO. Also had friends I went to basic with Shawn Slayton and Anthony Harmon I believe they were in Charlie Co. Please contact me would love to catch up. 1st Tank Rise Up!!! ;)

Keywords: 1/72d armor D Co. 1986-1987 Blacksheep

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Trey Vasey wrote on February 18, 2019

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City and State: OH

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Comments: Looking for any information about my Grandfather Donald C Johnson who served in B Company 72nd Tank BN during the Korean War. I do not have a lot to go on except his 214, just looking to see if anyone has more info on him.

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Bruce Beierle wrote on August 14, 2018

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City and State: LITTLETON CO

Unit: 1/72 ARMOR 2ND INF DIV

Service or Relationship: Army

Comments: We have been looking for a picture of Bob for veterans memorial in Florida. Bob was killed in Vietnam in 1968. We served at Camp Rose during 1967-1968. Please help.

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Jack Halpin wrote on April 26, 2017

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City and State: LODAL IL

Unit: 1/72ND TANK BTLN.

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: I am looking for some old friends from the outfit above.
I would like to contact: David L. Long, Earl Fox, Fud Campbell, Lew Wilson, Bob De Fazio a Korean soilder named Pak Hung Nam and any other members who served at Camp Rose from 1967 to 1968.

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Peter Wiggin wrote on December 31, 2016

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City and State: PORTSMOUTH N.

Unit: N/A

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Hal Barker,


I just now read the story about your involvement in the Korean War Memorial.

You, your efforts and this website have been an inspiration to me since I posted my first entry to it many years ago. .

Since March of 2016 I have been involved here in Stratham N.H. with a struggle regarding the POW-MIA Flag. I will be delivering a Citizen Petition to the town clerk, the first of the New Year, in favor of flying the POW-MIA Flag at the Veterans Memorial at Stratham Hill Park.

Know that your reach is great. You continue to inspire and motivate.

God Bless you my friend. And God Bless the 2nd Infantry Division, 72nd Tank Battalion.


All the very best. A. Tankersson

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Theresa Smith-Johnson wrote on December 8, 2016

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City and State: LITTLETON CO

Unit: ARMOR

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My Father was Victor Young Smith

ASN # RA 46-073-656

he was injured on Sept. 15 1950 in Taegu, South Korea when is tank hit a land mine. He was the only survivor.

He spent 2 years in a Japanese hospital and then transferred to Fort Hood. He suffered with long term disability from his injuries, but learned to be a concrete Foreman on base and was eventually honorably discharged to civilian life which broke his heart. We was a soldier through and through. He enlisted at 16 years old with a fake date of birth!

I have a few photos of him and others if interested. He sent them back home to his older sister, and I just recently became aware of them. I also have his purple heart and other metals that I have not identified.
Thank you, this is just wonderful to find you all!

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Dennis Johnson wrote on August 13, 2016

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City and State: MILWAUKEE WI

Unit: 72ND TANK

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Looking for anyone that was in the 72nd from 1952,53.

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Arnold Blech wrote on August 10, 2015

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City and State: EAST MEADOW NY

Unit: B COMPANY, 72ND TANK BATTALION

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: On May 26,1953, I was with the 3rd Platoon when we received a request for medical assistance from the 4th Platoon. Our platoon leader, Lt. McDonald dispatched the company medic, PFC Shelby C. Meadows and me to help them. Unfortunately, it was much worse than we expected. A Chinese artillery bombardment had killed seven and badly wounded most of the remainder of the platoon and was still continuing. We loaded the wounded onto the litter jeep and into and on the back deck of a tank which I mounted and was driven back to the aid station thru the enemy artillery fire......... I would very much like to hear from PFC Meadows or any of the wounded men of the 4th platoon. .

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David Alban wrote on August 1, 2015

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Unit: 1/72 ARMOR

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Was at Camp Casey in 71-73. Looking for Jim Kelly and Bob Reeder. Also 7th Taylor clothing was outside main gate and run by the Kim family, Jim Kelly I believe dated the owners daughter Chung Hee Kim. I had a lot of clothes made there and shipped to states.
Wondering where Jim Kelly, Bob Reeder, And Chung Hee Kim are now.

Keywords: Jim Kelly, 7th Taylor, Bob Reeder, Chung Hee Kim

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Norman Lowe wrote on May 29, 2015

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City and State: TACOMA WA

Unit: ACO & CCO 2/72 ARMOR

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Looking for troops who were in C,co 2/72 1979-1981 also A,co 7/72 1981-1983. I was a tank mechanic and an 88 and 578 operator we had the m48a3s or a5s i don't remember . I would like to find CPT JAMES DISHROOM he was C,co 2/72 commander 1979-1980 and also CPT Daniel Moore A,co 2/72 commander 1982 -1983. Of all my accomplishments in life I look back at Korea with many a mixed emotions, I guess you could say it's where i became a man in more ways than one. I do miss those guys.

Keywords: Camp Casey,Park assassination,agent orange,unit deaths

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John Varellie wrote on April 13, 2015

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City and State: HUDSON FL

Unit: CO A 1/72 ARMOR

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Does anyone remember me? I left the unit in 1968 to go to Vietnam, shot in head there and memory lost. I have some pictures taken in 67-68, I believe I was the TC of A 23. Would love to hear from anyone who remembers me and can help fill in the blanks..... Thanks anf 1stTank is still a memory

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Mindy Swartz wrote on April 3, 2015

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City and State: MOORESVILLE MO

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My grandfather is Sgt. Mann he was in A co. 72nd tank battalion. Anyone serve with him?

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Christopher Farrell wrote on January 29, 2015

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City and State: NEW ORLEANS LA

Unit: 2ND/72ND ARMOR HHC--MORTAR PLATOON

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Looking for an old friend. Sgt. Roderick Williams. We served in Korea at Camp Casey in 1986, and in Ft. Carson, Colorado, and in Germany.

Keywords: Sgt. Johnson, Sgt. Young? You out there?

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Peggy Veeder wrote on January 26, 2015

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City and State: BRADENTON FL

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: 603 63rd Ave West
Lot C8

My cousin, Johnny C. Hughes served in Co. C, 72nd Tank BN...USArmy.
Captured in Korean War...I believe the date might have been 18 May 1951.
He was a P.O.W. in North Korea for approximately two years.

I would love to hear from anyone that knows anything about the fighting of that
day. Where was this? Any information is greatly appreciated.

Peggy Auenson Veeder

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Paul Halcott wrote on March 6, 2014

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Comments: Looking for info on B co 72nd armor battalion. My grandfather (Joe Kenley) was in this
unit during the Korean war. I'm trying to make presentation piece from him and I'm
having trouble find an image of his units crest or an actual one I could acquire. Any
help would be appreciated. ESSAYONS!

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Judy Pearson wrote on November 10, 2013

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Just looking for any information regarding Kenneth Hicks who served
in this division and died while held captive.

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Francine Wolfe-Johnson wrote on August 21, 2013

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City and State: KEYSTONE HEIGHTS FL

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for anyone who might have served with David Alan Wolfe in The
ROK during 1977-1978. My Pa passed away in 1982 while still in the service
and left behind little information for his family. I have only a brass belt buckle with
the name of the battalion and unit and the dates served. It has the medical
cadeusus in the middle of it and he wore the buckle when not in unifoo until he
died. Originally there were also two plaques with medal commendations but
those have been lost. I don't even know his rank, it may have bern sergeant at
the time.

Dave, as he was known, would have been in his mid twenties with dark hair,
amber, eyes, and a somewhat olive complexion ( he looked to be of
Mediterranean stock). He spoke with a well hidden Upstate New York accent
which came out strongly under pressure. He had two small children, Amy and
Francine, and a wife named Judy living in Colorado with her parents.

My Pa died very young; any information or stories or photos anyone can provide
would be treasured. Thank you!

Keywords: Medic, 1st BN 72nd Armor, Dave

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Ted Dannemiller wrote on June 30, 2013

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City and State: DALLAS SE

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: My Dad (LTC E.M. Dannemiller, aka Danne) was CO of 72nd Tank at Ft.
Lewis in the middle 50s. I still have his regimental Armor
insignia with the 72 affixed. Fond memories of the stories he
would tell.

He passed in 1998, but his reminiscences of 72nd were always a
great story.

Crusaders!

Keywords: 72nd Armor, Fort Lewis, M-48

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Richard Shultz SR. wrote on June 17, 2013

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City and State: EL PASO TX

Unit: A COMPANY, 72ND MEDIUM TANK BN, 2ND INF DIV.

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Looking to connect with anyone who served with me in Korea.

Anyone who made it out of Kunu-ri or who knew me personally.

Thank you!







Does anyone know if these guys are still around?...







Donald Desmarais

John DeVore

Albert E. Puckett

Robert L. Lanier

Roland E. Nault

Bruce Fickes





Also, I have a few pictures of Daniel Romeo if any of his family

members are interested in contacting me for copies.







I'm not computer literate at all, but my daughter is helping me

maneuver thru this crazy World Wide Web:)

Keywords: Served in Korea from 50-51, A Company

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Janet Mecca wrote on May 28, 2013

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City and State: SCRANTON PA

Unit: 72 TANK, 2ND DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Looking for anyone who served with my Dad Platoon Sgt Vincent A.
Mecca, drove a tank in the 72nd from 52-53. He had a dog called Dud.

Battle of Porkchop and Whitehorse.

One of his buddies was Mike Kobar.

Doesn't talk much about the war, but would like to know more
about him and the soiders who may have served with him.

Keywords: 72ND TANK BATTILION, 2ND INFANTRY DIVISION, Sargent, Korean War
Battle of Porkchop and Whitehorse.

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Garrie Hutchinson wrote on May 15, 2013

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City and State: MELBOURNE

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Service or Relationship: Other

Comments: I am writing a book about the battle of Kapyong 23-25 April 1951,
and the men who fought in it. While it will have an Australian
perspective, I want to give due weight to the role of 72nd Tank
Battalion, and Lt Koch and A Company.

It would be great to talk to anyone who was there - or have
contact with Lt Koch or his family. Any leads gratefully followed up.



I walked the battlefield in April, and published a story in the
Australian newspapers. You can find it on my blog
Remember Them at
www.garriehutchinson.com

Keywords: Kenneth Koch Kapyong

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Bruce H. Robertson wrote on February 14, 2013

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City and State: AUSTIN TX

Unit: CO. C, 72D TANK BN (HEAVY), 2D DIV, KW

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: The 72d Tank Battalion was equipped with the M4A3E8
Sherman Tank considered to be a medium tank, hence it
is understandable that even veterans of the battalion
call it the 72d MEDIUM Tank Battalion.

Properly, however, it was the 72d Tank Battalion
(Heavy).

The word HEAVY had nothing to do with the tank, but,
rather, described the TO and E of an infantry division's
tank battalion which had three companies of 22 tanks
each. Thus tank companies of the heavy battalion had
four platoons each

The medium tank battalion of the armor divisions, on
the other hand, had four companies of 17 tanks each.

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Marc Meisner wrote on February 12, 2013

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Comments: I would like to contact anyone that knew PFC Charles
F. Meisner, C Co, 72nd Tank Battalion. He was my
father's cousin and was killed on 29 Sept 1951 during
the Battle of Heartbreak Hill. I would like to know
more about him and the circumstances surrounding his
death. Thanks in advance for any help provided.

Marc
Yorktown, VA

Keywords: Heartbreak Ridge, C Co, 72nd Tank Bn, Meisner

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Orvil Mann wrote on January 24, 2013

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City and State: MORRESVILLE MO

Unit: 72ND TANK BN

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Looking for Wallace Mackey last name might be spelt
wrong. I am the grandson of MSGT Orvil J. Mann, 2nd
Infantry Division, 72TNK, C Co. Please if anyone
knows how to contact Mr. Mackey let me know. My
grandfather is still in good health and would like to
make contact with him. Thank you very much

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Gordon Edgin wrote on November 28, 2012

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Am looking for yearbook for 68/68 if anyone has this
yearbook Email it to me.

Keywords: Aco. 2/72 Armor 67/68

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Feo Orlando wrote on November 25, 2012

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City and State: PHILLY PA

Unit: 72ND MEDIUM TANK BN

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Looking for any old friends from Korea. Seeing if I
left any good memories with anyone.

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Matthew Abreu wrote on October 26, 2012

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City and State: STOCKTON CA

Unit: 1-72AR CHARLIE COBRAS

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments:

Keywords: I served on Camp Casey 1st Tank Crusaders Battalion Feb 2003 -
Feb 2004, I was close to SPC John Bullock from Gonzales, LA, Sgt.
Brandon Roberts from GA. Me and John are LSU and Saints fans.
Brandon was Georgia Tech and Falcons fan.

At the time, Anthony R. Wesley was our Company 1SG and I was
2nd platoon...

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Patricia Taylor wrote on October 23, 2012

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City and State: AUSTIN TX

Unit: SECOND UNITED STATES INFANTRY DIVISION IN KOREA

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am Lt. Col. Robert Roy Taylor, Jr.'s daughter,
Patricia Gailah. I am working on a biographical
compilation of my father's experience in Korea. I would
greatly appreciate hearing from any of his comrades.
Thank you most sincerely for your service, and any help
you can give will be greatly appreciated.

Keywords: Kunu-ri, Heartbreak Ridge, General Wallace H. Nutting,
Kuttila, 72nd Tank Battalion

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Chris Himes wrote on September 20, 2012

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Keywords: 2nd Infantry Division, 72nd Tank Battalion

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Dale Morley wrote on August 15, 2012

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Unit: AUSTRALAIN ARMY

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: I am looking for LT Koch or any of the men who were
with him in or around the 23rd April 1951 in Kap Yong,
whilst he was OC of A Company 72 Tank Battalion.

Keywords: LT KOCH, Kap Yong, 3 RAR, MIA, KIA, KOCH, MURPHY,

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Jeremy Miller wrote on August 14, 2012

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for information on my grandfather. He was a
tank commander. Master Sergeant John Shevchenko Jr. I
have heard some stories and I am looking for some fill in
information. He received a silver star in this conflict.
if anyone has any information on him from this conflict
or any others they may have or their family has served
with him it wold be appreciated.

Keywords: France, Korea, Calvary

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Heidi Tennison wrote on May 11, 2012

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City and State: LEESBURG GA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for anyone with information on my
grandpa Leroy Schiro i dont know hardly anything
about him and would love any information that anyone
may have. thank you so much.

Keywords: info

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Benny Morosco wrote on March 10, 2012

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City and State: WHITESBORO NY

Unit: C-COMPANY, 1/72 ARMOR, 2ND INF. DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: I would like to show my Grandchildren the location of Camp Rose but I do
not have any information to the location.
Anyone with that information please contact me

Thanks
Benny

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Mindy Swartz wrote on February 20, 2012

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Keywords: Seeking Billy Martin from Korean War C company.

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Mindy Swartz wrote on February 19, 2012

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City and State: MO

Unit:

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments:

Keywords: My grandpa who is still living is seeking James A
Barton who he fought with in Korea or anyone else who
is still alive that he fought with.He was Seargant
Mann from the 72nd Tank Batallion.

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Clayton Clark wrote on February 1, 2012

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City and State:

Unit: 72NDTTANK BN

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: My dad Clayton Clark is looking for old army buddies
he served with in Korea 53-54. He is also looking for
a friend Lt.Clark who was is Lt. while in Korea. He
was 5th tank.

Keywords: White Horse Pass

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Robert Starkey wrote on January 6, 2012

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City and State: HOT SPRINGS AR

Unit:

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Greetings all,
I am looking for information about my uncle Sgt.
William Robert Starkey who was killed on Sept 19, 1950
during the fighting at the Naktong Bulge. My father,
and his other siblings are now deceased. I was named
after my uncle, but my father never spoke about my
uncle much as he was deeply hurt by his death.
According to my mother, he was like a father to my
father, and were very close. Anyhow, I would
appreciate any information about the battle that took
place that day, or anyone who may have known him. I
have read some information about the second battle of
the Naktong Bulge, but it is vague.

Regards,
Robert Starkey

Keywords: Naktong River, Naktong Bulge, Starkey, 1950

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Chad Powell wrote on December 21, 2011

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City and State: ALMA AR

Unit:

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Looking for people who served with my dad (Paul
Powell) at Camp Beard. He was with HHC 272nd Tank BN
from roughly 1966-68. He's still kicking, but
computer illiterate.

Keywords: Camp Beard, Rec 1 Tanks

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Tracy Taylor wrote on December 11, 2011

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City and State: MISSION VIEJO CA

Unit: 72ND TANK BN COMPANY C PLATOON LEADER

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments:

Keywords: Anyone who knew my father Lt. R. Roy Taylor Jr. who was Platoon
Commander Company C 72nd Tank Bn 1950-51. Battle of Kunu-ri,
Heartbreak Ridge, Worun-ni. He recently passed away and I am looking for
more info on how he received his Bronze Medal with V for Valor on Aug.
15, 1951. He also has lots of pictures. I know he went to one or two
reunions but he didn't get to finish writing details with the photos.

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Phillip Soellner wrote on December 3, 2011

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City and State: COLUMBIA SO

Unit:

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: I would like to be able to find any pictures or anything
about Rudolph Soellner, he was 1 of 4 brothers that all
served in the ARMY. He was my grandfathers brother. I'm a
Veteran myself (USAF 98-03) Any information about this
man would be greatly appreciated

Keywords: rudolph, soellner, personal friends, photos, nicknames,
battles

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Colin Marcum wrote on October 27, 2011

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City and State:

Unit: 1-72ND ARMORED REGIMENT

Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Hello former soldiers and family members of the 72nd
Tank Battalion. I am the Battalion Historian of the
1-72AR BN and I am on a quest for stories. If you
served, or had a family member who served, with the
unit at any point during its history (1943-present) I
request that you visit:

http://firsttank.org/contribute.aspx

And contribute you or your family member's story about
their experiences with the unit.

The website is a project I have been working on, and
hopefully will have completed within the next 12
months. It is being co-developed alongside a book which
will be published and available for download off the
website around the same time. The website only shows
the unit's history during WWII for know, as I am still
in the process of writing up the Korean War sections
currently.

I have information about many aspects of the unit's
history, and its soldiers, and if requested I can dig
into it and may be able to produce the information your
would like to know.

Please share your story, or your soldier's story, and
save that history for posterity. And feel free to ask
me question. I might be able to help.

Thanks,

1LT Colin Marcum
1-72AR BN Historian

Keywords: 72nd Tank Battalion, 717th Tank Battalion, 1st Tank
Battalion 72nd Armored Regiment

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