12th Fighter Bomber Squadron

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Air Force BBS

Legacy Messages - 1995-1999

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Mike German wrote on February 2, 2023

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City and State: BELLEVUE NE

Unit: 51ST SPS

Service or Relationship: USAF

Comments: I am looking for information on a F-51D Mustang that my father (Lt. James S. German) flew during the Korean War. I have a picture of him standing next to the aircraft but the buzz number is partially blocked. It is either FF-372 or FF-872. On the right side there is the name "Little Jo". I am requesting any information on this aircraft such as the full tail number. I am a scale model builder and would like to do an aircraft with the correct tail and buzz number. Thank you in advance for any information on this aircraft,

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Guy Millington wrote on July 19, 2021

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City and State: SLATINGTON PA

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Comments: I'm looking for any information about my father Robert G Millington Jr he fought in the foxy few Fighter Squadron in Korean conflict he was in the Air Force he was a fighter pilot his plane was shot down. Thank you for any information

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Meredith Harvan wrote on February 13, 2020

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City and State: SACRAMENTO CA

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Comments: My Dad, Frank J Harvan was a pilot in the 12th Fighter Bomber Squadron Flying F-51D's in Korea in 1952. He served 22 years in Air Force retiring a Lt. Col in 1970. I am writing to report his passing on September 18, 2019 at the age of 91, and he was laid to rest in Arlington. His time in the Air Force was the highlight of his life and would tell us many stories of his time in Korea . He spoke fondly of all his fellow pilots. I don't' know how many of his contemporaries are left. If anyone wants any additional information you can contact me at the email above.

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Lewis Gallman wrote on September 15, 2018

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City and State: HIGH POINT NC

Unit: 12TH FTR BOMER SQ

Service or Relationship: usaf (ret)

Comments: I would like to ask about a old pal of mine it speaks of in his comment that I have look for also

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Jesse Gagnon wrote on January 11, 2017

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City and State: FAYETTEVILLE AR

Unit: 12 SQUADRON

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I'm looking to connect with anyone who would have known or has family who would have known my grandfather. He was a P-51 pilot for the 12 Squadron, 18th Group. He was shot down outside Sariwon on December 5, 1950. He survived but sustained serious injuries--which he carried the rest of his life. He was also a P-51 pilot over Europe.

His name was William (Bill) Hydorn. His plane was named Bucephalus. His tail number was 44-72960.

I would appreciate any information. Thank you.

Keywords: P-51 18th Fighter Group

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Ryan Rohrbaugh wrote on December 18, 2014

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City and State: LOS ANGELES CA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I would love any information possible on my grandfather Harold Shelton Forster. I know very little about him. And any information about him would mean the world to my Mother and my family. I know that he flew an F-51D Mustang night fighter and was shot down 20 miles east of Chuncon, Korea in May of 1951.

He never came home, and he is still missed terribly. Thank you to all who served.

Keywords: Harold Shelton Forster foxy few

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Harvey Klinger wrote on November 19, 2014

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City and State: PHILADELPHIA PA

Unit: 12TH FIG.BOM. SQ.

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Anybody out there who was or knows anybody that served with the 12th FBS or any other Sq. at K-46 from Sept 1951 to Aug.1952 I'd love to hear from you! I was in armament. We worked on F-51 Mustangs

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Norris Bettis wrote on March 25, 2014

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City and State: CHATTANOOGA TN

Unit: 12TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQUADRON

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I'm looking for any background information on 1st LT Allen Shields Bettis who was killed when his F-51 was shot down by ground fire in the area of Chongju, NK, from K46 Airbase on 13 April, 1952. I believe the group leader was MAJ Bruce Clark. We would appreciate any information, reminiscences, etc. that you could provide.

Keywords: Al Bettis
KIA
6 mi. SE of Chongju
12th Fighter Bomber Squadron
13 April, 1952
F-51 Mustang

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Elizabeth Brewer wrote on June 5, 2013

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Comments: Hello- I am looking for anyone who might have known or has information about my
grandpa Paul Montgomery Brewer III. He was with the 12th Fighter Bomber Squadron,
and 18th fighter Bomber wing. I know he was flying a F 51 mustang shark mouth that
had No guts, No glory written on the side and he died during a combat mission in a
mid air collision. Thanks so much!!!

Lizzy

Keywords: 12th Fighter Bomber Squadron, 18th Fighter Bomber Wing

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Donald Kopf wrote on June 24, 2012

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City and State: VIRGINIA BEACH VA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am the Nephew of USAF Captain Willis R. Brown, an F-51
Mustang pilot, shot down on March 15, 1951, near Oryong-
Ni, North Korea. He was assigned to the 12th Fighter
Bomber Squadron, 18th Fighter Bomber Group, I believe
based at Chinhae, at the time of his loss. I am
interested in any photos of him and/or his aircraft, 44-
72009, as well as any information that may pertain to
him.

Keywords: Foxy Few, F-51 tail number 44-72009

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Dan Ehman wrote on June 6, 2010

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City and State: NOBLESVILLE IN

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My uncle, Basil Gunning, flew with the 12th squadron in Korea. I am looking for any information regarding his aircraft, missions and fellow pilots.

Please help me find photos, records and any memories that have been recorded about my uncle.

Thank you very much,

Dan Ehman

Keywords: Basil Gunning

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Justin Baker wrote on February 25, 2010

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City and State: VANCOUVER BC

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Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: I am very intrested in the P-51's during the Korean war 1950+ The
pilots where heros and I would love to talk to someone that was there
flying these beautiful planes. Im very intrested in the stories. Please
email me . Thanks Justin

Keywords: F-51 (P-51 Mustang)

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Chad Larson wrote on October 25, 2009

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City and State: PHOENIX AZ

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am named for Chad Smith, who flew both P51 and F86 in Korea. I have a Foxy Few mug.

I would appreciate any information about him, and particularly about his last mission on which he was lost.

Keywords: Foxy Few, F86, F51

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Robert Canterbury wrote on October 6, 2009

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City and State: TX

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My grandfather is my hero and have very little left from but I have 4 coffee mugs the have his name grandmother aunt and my mother 12 fighter bomber squadron Foxy Few. I think he flew P51s at this time any info or photo's woulg be of the greatest help. Thank You

Keywords: Looking for any photos and any info on my grandfather Robert Benire McMurray was in Korea with the Foxy Few I believe 1950 or 1951 Would love to know what he named his plane.

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Ronnie Olsthoorn wrote on July 31, 2009

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Comments: I am looking for photographs of the aircraft in which Lt. James Glessner shot down a North Korean Yak-9 on 2 November 1950, F-51D-30-NT 45-11736 "FF-736". Any details of the air combat are also very welcome.



Also for those looking for personnel of the 18th FBW, here's an alphabetical listing:
http://www.truckbustersfromdogpatch.com/index.php?id=69


Kind regards,

Ronnie Olsthoorn
www.skyraider3d.com

Keywords: FF-736 45-11736 F-51 F-51D P51 P-51 P-51D Mustang 18th FBW 12th FBS James Glessner Yak Yak-9 aerial victory 2 November 1950

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Steven Jacobs wrote on January 3, 2009

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Comments: Hello, I am searching to see if anyone remembered a person by the last name MCLEES. This person would have been in the Foxy Few between 1950 to 1952 or 53. Sorry to say all I have is his last name.

Keywords: Foxy Few

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Robert Bean wrote on December 18, 2008

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City and State: STOCKBRIDGE GA

Unit: 12TH SQUADRON

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My name is Robert E Bean. I am the son of Roger Allen Bean who was a member of the 18th Fighter Bomber Group, 12th Squadron under General Scott in the Azores. He was a mechanic and worked on most of the airplanes back then. I am looking for an image of the Foxy Few that was on a coffee mug he had some time in the past. It was a airplane with the tiger shark teeth coming out of a yellow circle I believe. If you have an image of this you can send me that would be helpful

Thanks in advance for your cooperation,

Robert E Bean, CMAT
vaderpainter@bellsouth.net

Keywords: Roger Bean, Foxy Few, 18th Fighter Bomber Group, 12th Squadron, General Scott, Mechanic, Azores,

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Ken Gohlke JR. wrote on December 16, 2008

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Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: I am looking for anyone that migth of know the pilot of the P-51 named "NO QUATER" anything would help thanks.

Keywords: foxy few, P51 mustang pilots

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Angela Gohlke wrote on December 9, 2008

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City and State: AKRON OH

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for any information on my father Edward M Smith or if anyone remembers him. He flew P-51 mustangs in Korea.

Keywords: Foxy Few. Korean War. P-51 Pilot

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Jason Millington wrote on October 9, 2007

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: Hi, I was looking to put together a little memorial for our father. What little of he spoke about the Korena War is all I know. I know he was with the FOXY FEW and have several pictures of him in front of the planes and the barracks next to the sign. I know he was shot down and was sent to Hawaii in a full body cast. I was wondering if anybody remembers my father or might have some addition pictures that could be shared with me. My father was Robert G. Millington Jr., Air Force, and any info or pictures would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jason Millington

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Laurie Evans wrote on August 4, 2007

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City and State: PASADENA CA

Unit: 12TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQ

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Hello all - my dear father passed last year in March of 2006. He served twenty-two years in the military and served specifically in Korea from Jan 52-Jan 53 in the 12th Fighter Bomber Sq as an aircraft mechanic. He has left behind 45 personal photographs of the sqdn, one is of the full sqdn. sitting on top of and around a plane with the sign stating "12th SQ" with the FOXY FEW signia above. I want to share these photos with all who are interested. My father did not give many descriptions or titles to the photos but some of you may recognize your loved ones OR yourself! I will soon be posting the photos oline. Please e-mail me with your interest to the link to the photos or to discuss anything else in particular. I loved my father dearly and he was a damn great man. I'm quite happy to share/swap stories on his behalf. He was very proud of his service. Thank you.

Keywords: Nickname "Red". Chicago boy. Name: Leonard Markvart.

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Harvey Klinger wrote on June 30, 2007

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City and State: PHILADELPHIA PA

Unit: 12TH F.B.S.

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Looking for anybody that was in the 12th in Korea from Sept.51 to July 52.Especially in armament

Keywords: FOXY FEW

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Lewis (Louie) Gallman wrote on May 18, 2007

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City and State: HIGH POINT NC

Unit: 12TH FIGHTER BOMBER

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

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Keywords: porkey joey rosie f-86 3o7

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Braxton Bradford wrote on October 13, 2006

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City and State: TAMPA FL

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran

Comments: greetings. can anyone remember philip raeder who was
supposed to have flown covert missions while attached
to the 12th? best, braxton

Keywords: covert missions, cia, air america

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Kelly Evans wrote on April 4, 2006

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Comments: I am the daughter of Harry "The Hoss" Evans, and I would very much appreciate any information on his career! He and the Pattillo twins started the "Skyblazers" in 1949, and he was Commanding Officer of the 12th, some time after the USAFE Skyblazer operations were terminated in August of 1952. Anyone that knew him, PLEASE contact me!

Keywords: Harry "The Hoss" Evans, Skyblazers

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Gerard Diesfeld SR. wrote on August 30, 2005

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City and State: ARCADE NY

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

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Keywords: Jerry Stationed at K 15

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David Ebersole wrote on July 2, 2005

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City and State: RICHMOND VA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for any information on my Grandfather, Capt. Howard R. Ebersole. He recently passed away and I have a lot of paper work from WWII and Korea, but stories and memories and things like that will be great as well. Please email me or write me if you know ANYTHING about him. Thank you. -Dave Ebersole

Keywords: flew FF-801 and F-86 sabre jets. Shot down one Mig.

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Arnold Andolsek wrote on January 30, 2005

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: We were with the 336 FDS until it was deactivated to the ZI and the 12 FBS came in to take over. We had the F-100F and F-100D's

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William A. Jones wrote on November 3, 2004

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City and State: BOISE ID

Unit: 12 FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: Any one wanting some info give me a ring at 208-375-0101 Boise Idaho I still have my photo albums also.

Keywords: I was at Osan AFB from May 53 till July 54 Was assigned to the weapons group, after the armistice we flew tow targets and raised hell.

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Praveen Style wrote on June 30, 2004

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City and State: SALAM TN

Unit: JAI

Service or Relationship: United Nations Veteran - Korea

Comments: good

Keywords: aircraft

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Ronald W. (Ron) Blair wrote on February 15, 2004

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City and State: WORDEN IL

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Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: also, who flew "little Beast II" FF-60?

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Bob Iverson wrote on November 27, 2003

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Comments: I am looking for anyone who might have known my uncle, Ralph (Bud) Iverson he flew with the 12th Ftr. Bmr. Sq. between 1952-53. My grandfather, dad, brother, and myself receive mugs from Bud when he returned from Korea. My Uncle Bud was killed in a plane cash by Byron Airforce Base in Texas in October 1954 at age 25. He was an instructor at the base. I was 5 at the time and I have only a few memories of him. My dad died in 1997 and I really never felt comfortable talking to him about his younger brother because Bud's death was very hard on him. I would appreciate hearing about him from anyone who might have known him.

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Steven Arnesen wrote on November 1, 2003

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Comments: I am looking for a picture of a patch my grandfather had on his bomber jacket in korea of the foxy few. It had 12th FTR BMR SQ with a fox in the center and FOXY FEW underneath. If anyone can help me with this or tell me how to obtain a copy of this patch i would greatly appreciate it.
Steven Arnesen
IMSTEVEA@AOL.COM

Keywords: Foxy Few

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Gerard Diesfeld wrote on August 18, 2003

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City and State: ARCADE NY

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: Stationed at K 15 during 1953. Flew B 26s. I am searching for a poem extolling P51s written by Paul Harvey about 2000.

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Lesley Kozola (Swanson) wrote on July 29, 2003

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City and State: VANDENBERG AFB CA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I'm John Swanson's granddaughter. I have been looking for anyone who might have known him or knew his nickname. I'm also seeking information about the cirrcumstances of the Nan mission and his death.

Keywords: Pyongyang, Sandung, K-46 Wonju, Foxy Few, 12th Fighter Sq., Nan Missions, Troop Support

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Gerald Cullumber wrote on June 19, 2003

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City and State: LENEXA KS

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Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: Would like to hear from indidvidual(s) who have information on Col. John R. Murphy with the 12th Fighter-Bomber wing. Would like to obtain photopgraphs or copies of photos of his combat time in WWII and Korea. Especially would like to get a copy of a photo of a F-51 "Shark-Mouth MustanG". Also would like any details of missions. Use in a possible upcoming article.

Many Thanks,
Gerry Cullumber

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Jamie Foster wrote on March 16, 2003

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Comments: found an old photo belonging to my mother of her old boyfriend. He's blonde, dressed in pilot gear?? and standing in front of large shed / building. Left top of bldg says FOXY FEW and other side FITIN - rest is cut off. Small sign above door says 12th ftr. bmr. sqdn, foxy few operations - looks like picture of animal also??? I remember mom talking about old boyfriend that was shot down. She was an airline stewardess for taca / twa in early 50's. Thought someone might really like to have this picture - Thanks!

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Jack Hubble wrote on December 11, 2002

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Comments: WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE KNOWN MY DAD, DL (DELMA) HUBBLE; SERVED IN THE 12TH FBW IN 53-54. WE HAVE A COLLECTION OF MUGS WITH THE SQDN LOGO, EACH PERSONALIZED WITH EACH KIDS NAME. DAD RETIRED IN 68 AFTER 26 YEARS (MARINES AND AIR FORCE), PASSED AWAY IN 91.

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Pietro A. Mazzarella wrote on November 11, 2002

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City and State: NJ

Unit: 51ST MAINT SQDN ATTACHED TO THE 18TH FTR BMR SQUD

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

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Pietro A. Mazzarella wrote on November 11, 2002

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City and State: NJ

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: Looking for anyone with information or pictures from anyone attached to the 12th or 18th FTR BMR WING or 51st Maint Sqdn - Japan.

Keywords: F86D Saber Jet Pusan

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Jim Masterson wrote on November 6, 2002

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City and State: IA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Did anyone know or fly with Capt. R.A. "Bat" Masterson, F-86, and F-51 pilot with the Foxy Few. His son would like to know more about his time in Korea.

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John Vestal wrote on August 19, 2002

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City and State: ST. JOSEPH MO

Unit: 12TH FTR BOMB SQDN

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I flew the F-51 on combat missions out of Chinhae and staged out of Soeul Air Base in Korea.

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Patricia Falck wrote on August 2, 2002

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City and State: AL

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Looking for information on Bruce H Ferguson who I belive served in the 18th FBS as an F86 pilot.

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Robert J. (Bob) McNish SR. wrote on May 24, 2002

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City and State: COLUMBIA SC

Unit: 12TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQUADRON

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

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Glen Heminger wrote on May 20, 2002

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City and State: TIFFIN OH

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

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Richard Borisch wrote on April 13, 2002

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Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: I am an a/c historian looking for info on pilot and crew of 2 Shark -mouth Mustangs. "Was That Too Fast" s# 412843 (FF-943) and s#484870

Keywords: Sharkmouth, Mustang, "Was That Too Fast" Tiger Squadron

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Floyd Lumbattis wrote on January 29, 2002

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City and State: DANA POINT CA

Unit: 18TH BOMB WING; 12TH SQDN

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

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Keith Threlkeld wrote on January 19, 2002

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Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: I have searched high and low for a man named Joseph Shuhocki. I am certain that the spelling I have is incorrect, so I am hoping that someone out there can steer me in the right direction and help me locate this individual.

I have a very good friend that has shared many stories with me about the Korean war and this name keeps coming up. I thought it would be a nice surprise from me to him to find this man and perhaps put the two of them in touch somehow.

Any help would be greatly appreciated
Thank you

Keith

Keywords: 18th Fighter-bomber wing
12th Fighter-bomber squadron

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Steve Williams wrote on December 23, 2001

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Unit: 12 TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQUAD

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Anyone out there know my father? He retired from the New Mexico Air National Guard(Lt. Col.). He was pretty tight-assed about his military duty, so the little I know was from others. I understand that a museum in New Mexico plans to purchase a p-51 he flew, restore it and attach his name to it. He sure was bigger than life to me. He bagged one probably in mig alley June 18, 1952 the day I as born.

Keywords: 12 th fighter bomber squad,Willie,p-51,f-86,100 missions Korea, 100 missions WWII Europe, silver stars, purple heart

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Braxton Bradford wrote on October 20, 2001

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Comments: greetings. looking for info on Philip K Raeder,
who was w/air intel out of tokyo. was part of
some special ops while attached to the 12th during
the korean war. any help greatly appreciated. best
braxton

Keywords: air intelligence, 5th AF, Tokyo

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