Entry: 101836
Subject: MEMORIES
Subject: MEMORIES
David Sweeney wrote on April 28, 2024
City and State: GOLDEN CO
Unit: N/A
Service or Relationship: N/A
Comments: I'm looking for any information on my father. I believe he was a Major in 1957,he, Was a pilot in Iceland in 1956-57 Major David M Sweeney he flew F-86's in Korea and Iceland, he passed away, and I'm just looking for anything I can find.
Keywords: 1956-1957,F-86 Pilot, Major David M Sweeney, Iceland.
Entry: 101835
Subject: MEMORIES
Subject: MEMORIES
David Sweeney wrote on April 28, 2024
City and State: GOLDEN CO
Unit: N/A
Service or Relationship: N/A
Comments: I'm looking for any information on my father. I believe he was a Major in 1957,he, Was a pilot in Iceland in 1956-57 Major David M Sweeney he flew F-86's in Korea and Iceland, he passed away, and I'm just looking for anything I can find.
Keywords: 1956-1957,F-86 Pilot, Major David M Sweeney, Iceland.
Entry: 93610
Subject: WANT TO HERE ANY MEMORIES AND OR RESPONSES GOOD OR BAD ABOUT MY FATHER IN 1957 AS A FIGHTER PILOT IN
Subject: WANT TO HERE ANY MEMORIES AND OR RESPONSES GOOD OR BAD ABOUT MY FATHER IN 1957 AS A FIGHTER PILOT IN
David Sweeney wrote on August 16, 2016
City and State: GOLDEN CO
Unit: 57TH FIGHTER
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: im david sweeney the son of david m. sweeney .i would be very interested in any history or personal stories about my father that i love and miss so much ...thank you
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Entry: 91545
Subject: 57 TH FIS AUG 61 AUG 62
Subject: 57 TH FIS AUG 61 AUG 62
John Waierski SR wrote on July 13, 2015
City and State: LACEY WA
Unit: 57 TH FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: 8422 wood grove ct se I was an instrument avionics tech on the F-89 my replacement was Ron Yann, I have a picture of our softball team in my den, Smitty from radar,Asslin from radar and the tall electrician,a couple of guys from the tool crib and supply. that I can not remember.Does any one remember the fun nights we had at the civilian club? I enjoyed that tour and got married as soon as I got back,
Keywords: 8422 woodgrove ct se
Entry: 90833
Subject: 57TH FIS
Subject: 57TH FIS
Edward C. Buechele JR. wrote on March 21, 2015
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City and State: MCMURRAY PA
Unit: 57TH FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Looking for Billy D. David AFSN AF18501931
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Entry: 90696
Subject: KEF NAS FUEL SHOP
Subject: KEF NAS FUEL SHOP
Tom Schoenbeck wrote on February 28, 2015
City and State: MILFORD DE
Unit: 57TH FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I was stationed at Keflavik from 1982 to 1985 (if I recall my dates correctly.) I lived in the senior barracks for about 6 months until my spouse joined me, she was stationed with the AWACS unit. I was a Tech at the time and was in charge of the fuel systems shop we shared with the paint shop, and the hangar was a joint fuel and paint hangar. We had F-4's at the time, and not too long before I came back stateside, we were transitioning to the F-15's. I really enjoyed my time there. While I remember the faces and personalities, I have no good recollection of names in the unit. I'd also love to find an old black unit cap with the Black Knights patch on it. That was the most interesting assignment I had, kind of miss it in a way. Tom Schoenbeck, SMSgt, USAF Ret.
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Entry: 77135
Subject: 57TH FIS-1979 TO 1981
Subject: 57TH FIS-1979 TO 1981
James Bickel wrote on December 15, 2010
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City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: Left Scott AFB in Aug of 1979 for Kef. Loved every moment.Cooked for the Primary Alert crews.Remember a lot of great people:Col.Carroll,LTC Mordan,Majors Flanigan and Pease,Capts.Baker,Rowell.And so many ground people,Dan 'Wozap' Garza,Scott Patterson.Just so many great people,and fond memories.
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Entry: 76856
Subject: HERMAN JAY PASKER
Subject: HERMAN JAY PASKER
Herman Pasker wrote on November 19, 2010
City and State: RICHMOND ME
Unit: RETIRED USN SURFACE
Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran
Comments: anyone who can help me lern more about my father (good, bad or otherwise) would be greatly and most appreachieated. Thank you
If you liked him or not...I would like to know more than you could imagine. Your opinion/ comments / would be held in high reguard
His Son
Herman L.
Keywords: Herman, Jay, Pasker
Entry: 76011
Subject: 57TH FIS 1975-77 BAD COMPANY
Subject: 57TH FIS 1975-77 BAD COMPANY
Von Otto Dickey JR. wrote on September 2, 2010
City and State: WACO TX
Unit: 57T FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I WAS A 462XX WEAPONS MECH N WORKED AT BOMB DUMP AS 461XX WORKED ON F-4C PHANTOMS.BARTENDED AT THE ENLISTED CLUB N PAINTED MURALS THERE N USO CLUB
LEON OVERTON,KORK SMITH,TRACI MACDONALD,PAM SMITH,DEON SANCHEZ,DENNIS ADDINGTON,COL FOY,MSGT.JIM RIGHT, KEN MILLER,ALLEN FACKER,MIKE ANDERSON,ROBBY ROBERTS,RON GRIFFITH,MITCH ROSAS,MARIA MERRIWEATHER
Keywords: BAD COMPANY BUNCH AIR FORCES N NAVY TROOPS 1975-77
Entry: 75436
Subject: 57TH FIS 74' - 75'
Subject: 57TH FIS 74' - 75'
Joe Godla wrote on July 12, 2010
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City and State: TAMPA FL
Unit: 57TH FIS HYDRAULIC SHOP
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: anybody that was stationed with me and remembers me please look me up ...I have a son that is up there works for the Kef. Airport.....Colonel Wainwright was the C.O when I was there and I remember we called him the Flyin "W" here's Mudd in your eye ...Hic!
Keywords: Black Knights 74-75 I left Luke A.F.B. Az. to Keflavik....about 6 F-4's Shipped out with me to Kef. It was an awesome experience for a 20 year old I was a Hydraulic Tech Yep a bubblechaser..loved every minute of it Skip Klien ..and Artie Cobb my best drinkin Buddies along with every one else at the TOP of the ROCK ....damn I miss those days
Entry: 74908
Subject: FIND US ON FACEBOOK
Subject: FIND US ON FACEBOOK
Ondray Reno wrote on May 31, 2010
City and State: HOUSTON TX
Unit: 57 FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: 57 Fighter Intercept Squadron is on Facebook....I was in
Iceland in 1983 and 1984. There is now a Facebook page
for the 57 FIS..everyone is welcome to come and post your
comments.....
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Entry: 74501
Subject: 57TH FIS
Subject: 57TH FIS
Kenneth Hibbitt SR. wrote on April 26, 2010
City and State: PICKERINGTON OH
Unit: 57TH FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Was in Keflavik 1965-1966. Ground Equip Repair shop. MD-3 was my special friend on the flight line.
Got to take rides in the "GUPPIE" as we called the 2 seater 102. Have pictures of us over the due line with the BEARS and the BISON. Lots of close up shots to remember them by. Also worked in Cafiteria at night to make enough to stay afloat. By the way never use the Navy's Captians Ladder in the Naval Hanger.
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Entry: 74464
Subject: KEFLAVIK AND AFI
Subject: KEFLAVIK AND AFI
Donald La Marca wrote on April 24, 2010
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City and State: WEST MELBOURNE FL
Unit: AIR FORCES ICELAND
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Spent 3 great years with AFI, 57FIS, the remote sites like Hofn and Rockville . . . and many other great experiences at "Kef". As Chief of Social Actions for AFI I serviced all the units at Kef, not just the Air Force. We had many Navy and a few Marines in our program. Alas, at the time only two Army personnel were stationed at Kef. Flew the station bird any number of times to the UK. Probably one of my most memorable tours of duty in 25 years of Active Duty. Was at Kef from 1973-1976, yes, I extended my 2 year tour to a 3 year tour. AFI commander at that time was Col Wainwright, later to become General Wainwright. Also knew many of the Jolly Green Giants on the Island and spent a lot of hours at the Whiff! Ev every outfit had their own "club" in their barracks. And of course there were the DoD teaching staff. All of them, military and teachers and Icelandics alike were a great bunch of people. I think about the tour often . . . and I have been retired for over 30 years.
Keywords: Narc,
Entry: 73733
Subject: 57TH FIS
Subject: 57TH FIS
John Czyzewicz wrote on February 27, 2010
City and State: RI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I was stationed at Keflavik 4/73 to 4/74. That's where they sent me during the Vietnam War. Worked in PMEL in the old quonsett huts. My barricks were near the USO center building. I miss the earthquakes, 2nd floor bar / blackjack table in the barracks, and the klaxton going off at 5am because the Bears were flying by. :o)
Keywords: 57th Fighter Interceptor, PMEL, Keflavik
Entry: 73424
Subject: 57 FIS - TYPE IV PMEL - F-15'S
Subject: 57 FIS - TYPE IV PMEL - F-15'S
Christopher Cancilla wrote on February 3, 2010
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City and State: WAKE FOREST NC
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: 57FIS PMEL from Aug 1985 through AUG 1987. Live in Lower Commissary Housing with my wife Tammy! Part-time gig at the bowling alley passing out quarters at the video arcade.
I miss Iceland, I really enjoyed my time there and I think about it a lot.
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Entry: 72911
Subject: 57TH FIS 1956-57
Subject: 57TH FIS 1956-57
Sam Shumate wrote on December 26, 2009
City and State: WARRENSVILLE NC
Unit: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR SQUADRON
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I was with the 57th FIS in Iceland from April, 1956 'til April 1957. I was a jet engine mechanic, fresh out of tech school.
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Entry: 72696
Subject: WAITING ON THE ROTATOR FLIGHT
Subject: WAITING ON THE ROTATOR FLIGHT
Ondray Reno wrote on December 9, 2009
City and State: BEAUMONT TX
Unit: 57 FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I remember going on a camping trip one weekend and we had a ball. I enjoyed working at the Top of the Rock club as a cook during the day while I worked graves on the flight line. This was by most one of the best tours I had. We got seprate rations so I made out good cause I ate at the club and we also had a nice kitchen in the dorm across from my room to cook in, cause that Navy chow hall sucked, all the Locals came to eat there when they served Lamb. I remember when Korean FLT 007 got shot down by the Russians and the Base when full alert at 7 pm on a Saturday. They had 20 or more Bears in the sky. Our commander was ( Funkhowser )we called him the Funk.Now I see the country of Iceland is broke. I know they miss the NATO base jobs since it closed. Maybe one day I will get a chance to go back for a visit.
Keywords: Milton Hamm , Sidney Dexter , Robert Brown , were my running buddies. nothing like the card games at work and the food in the refridge. Waiting at the bus stop for the bus to go to work and base taxi. then there was pay taxi's 4141 and 5151
Entry: 70429
Subject: CHASING THE RUSSIAN BEARS
Subject: CHASING THE RUSSIAN BEARS
Ralph Gebes wrote on June 3, 2009
City and State: BATAVIA IL
Unit: 57TH FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I was stationed with the 57th FIS 1962-1963. We just converted from the F89 to the F102. I worked on the MG10 Fire Control System. We went on full alert during the Cuban Crisis. Not knowing what was happening we stayed in the shop for 2 days eating and sleeping there. We thought we were at war because we had been chasing Russian Bears all the time. The aircraft were all loaded and sat ready on the ramp. A very scary time for all of us. I will never forget the cartoon that we had painted on the floor of the shop. Today that would never happen. Also KP in a Navy chow hall sucked.
Keywords: Black Nights, 57th FIS, Keflavik Naval Air Station
Entry: 69810
Subject: LOOKING FOR P-51 PICTURE
Subject: LOOKING FOR P-51 PICTURE
Fred Lumb SR. wrote on April 9, 2009
City and State: LEVITTOWN PA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: I am building a 1/5 scale P-51 and am planing to paint it as one of the 57th planes from the mid 1950s. I have a few color prints but have none that show the complete side of the plane. I am looking for one that shows the numbers under the canopy and the tail numbers. If you can help me please email me.
Thanks
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Entry: 68907
Subject: F-4 FIGHT SIMS
Subject: F-4 FIGHT SIMS
John Spaulding II wrote on January 30, 2009
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for anyone who knew my father at the flight simulators in Kef between 1978-1980, SMSGT John D Spaulding
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Entry: 67061
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR
Hal Eckert wrote on September 1, 2008
City and State:
Unit: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Was an instrument avionics tech on the 102s from 66-67 at Keflavik with the 57th Fighter Interceptor Squadron. Joe Joiner was the Colonel in charge of the squadron, Lots of alerts flying intercepts against the Russians I remember.
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Entry: 67060
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR
Hal Eckert wrote on September 1, 2008
City and State:
Unit: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Was an instrument avionics tech on the 102s from 66-67 at Keflavik with the 57th Fighter Interceptor Squadron. Joe Joiner was the Colonel in charge of the squadron, Lots of alerts flying intercepts against the Russians I remember.
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Entry: 63604
Subject: 57TH JUN 77-JUN 78
Subject: 57TH JUN 77-JUN 78
David Tefft wrote on December 28, 2007
City and State:
Unit: 57TH FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Nav-Aids June 77- June 78. Moved into the avionics building. Was there when 63-589, fresh from PDM with its new ADC paint job, had to punch off its tanks (think it was bad fire warning loop) and the only 370's they had were still camo green with white bottoms. Went on alert that way. Great short tour. Remember the all night fish fry at the USO and the drunks coming in when the "Rock" closed; seeing what color the Marine's rock was on Saturday/Sunday mornings. All of the F-4s on alert during the Russian summer exercises.
Keywords: F-4C, F-4E, Top Of The Rock
Entry: 63033
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR SQDN
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR SQDN
Billy Martin wrote on November 15, 2007
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City and State: HUNTSVILLE AL
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: I was a fire control systems tech on the F89C/D with the 57th FIS from Jul 55 to Jul 56. Was my first assignment out of school at Lowery AFB, CO. Great memories of the Black Knights!!!
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Entry: 62525
Subject:
Subject:
Robert Longan wrote on October 7, 2007
City and State: WHITE STONE VA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Great group of people. Terrific experience for a 21 year old.
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Entry: 62500
Subject: DON'T RUN THRU THE ROCK GARDEN
Subject: DON'T RUN THRU THE ROCK GARDEN
Ondray Reno wrote on October 4, 2007
City and State: HOUSTON TX
Unit: 57 FIS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Remembering all partying at the top of the rock, and the beer machines in the dorms
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Entry: 61987
Subject: 57TH FIS - 76-77
Subject: 57TH FIS - 76-77
Michael Templeton wrote on August 17, 2007
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Stationed at Kef from May 1976 - May 1977. I worked for SMSGT (E-8) J.D. Lloyd. I was a F-4 C/C on the flightline. Anybody know whatever happened to SMSGT Lloyd?
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Entry: 59184
Subject: TRYING TO LOCATE
Subject: TRYING TO LOCATE
Brian Pryor wrote on October 12, 2006
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City and State: CHANDLER AZ
Unit: 57TH FIS
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Contact via email
Keywords: Looking for any info, stories, or pictures on my grandfather SSgt James Pryor, who from family has said he was a mechanic with this squadron, as someone mentioned we have a stein/mug of sorts with the black knights logo on it. Thanks for any info/help!
Entry: 52252
Subject: HELLO TO FORMER FOKES WHO WERE IN THE 57 FIS
Subject: HELLO TO FORMER FOKES WHO WERE IN THE 57 FIS
Tom Welch wrote on July 25, 2005
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City and State: IL
Unit: 57TH FIS 1963,1964 ICELAND
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran
Comments: Good luck to all of you guys
Keywords: Looking for Mojacks, Manny Vasquez, Serigo Koriea, Dan Issacson and any one else who was stationed in Iceland in 1963-1964.
Entry: 47453
Subject: 57TH FIS REUNION
Subject: 57TH FIS REUNION
Don Miller wrote on December 11, 2004
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City and State: HARRISION TOWNSHIP MI
Unit: AIR FORCES ICELAND
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: From Sept 1967 - Sept 1968 I was the Fighter Officer at AFI who was responsible for coordinating squadron activites with the Icelandic Civil Aviation Authorities. I was also attached to the squadron and performed all the usual duties; regular flying training, pulling alert, etc. I was a member in good standing in the Whifferdill Club, and still consider the Whiff a "sissy drink." I hope to hear from some of the guys who were around when Cliff got his DFC for successfully dead-sticking a deuce into Kef through a 3,000 foot overcast - at night. I still have pictures of the celebration that occurred at the Whiff that night.
Keywords: F-102, Col Joe Joiner, Capt. Cliff Loosey
Entry: 40322
Subject: LT. COL. JAMES F. WARD
Subject: LT. COL. JAMES F. WARD
James Ward wrote on January 27, 2004
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City and State: HONOLULU HI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father, Lt. Col. James Ward, was squadron leader of the 57th during the late 50's in Iceland. He died in 1973. I was young at the time and know very little about him. My 15 year old son is extremely interested in the Air Force and is a Cadet Master Sgt. in the Civil Air Patrol. We are both very interested in hearing anything about my father. If anyone has any information or stories, please email me. Thank you.
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Entry: 38398
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR SQDRN, ICELAND, 1954/56
Subject: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR SQDRN, ICELAND, 1954/56
Delanda D. (Del) Oxford wrote on November 15, 2003
City and State: LADSON SC
Unit: 57TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR SQUADRON, ICELAND, 1954/5
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: Looking for former members of the 57th FIS, Iceland, that were there from 1954 thru 1956. Like to hear from anyone else that was ever in the 57th also. We have located 123 former members. I, Del Oxford, held a reunion for the 57th here in Charleston, SC, Sept 2000. I publish a quarterly newsletter for our gang and stay in touch with everyone on a regular basis. I am in the process of writing a book on the 57th (1954/56), and I need everyone's input. If you were assigned to our squadron, or have a deceased family member that was assigned to us, please contact me, as we will have a special section in my book for those that have gone on before us.
Keywords: 57th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, "Black Knights of the Aroostock, Iceland"
Entry: 33336
Subject: LT. COL. JACK E. POPHAM
Subject: LT. COL. JACK E. POPHAM
Luke Popham wrote on April 2, 2003
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City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: My grandfather past away last year. He was once the Squandron leader of the 57th Fighter Interceptor divison. If anyone has any information/stories about him please email me. Thank you.
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Entry: 32817
Subject: CONNECTION
Subject: CONNECTION
Sue Taylor wrote on March 16, 2003
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Interested in locating 1st Sgt. Andrew Perry or Sgt. Roy Prince serving at Fort Richardson, Alaska in 1950. Connection regarding T/Sgt Calvin Stewart.
Keywords: 57th Ftr. Interceptor Gp., 64th Ftr. Interceptor Sqdn. Fort Richardson, Alaska.
Entry: 29914
Subject: TRYING TO LOCATE
Subject: TRYING TO LOCATE
G. Patterson Carelas wrote on November 26, 2002
City and State: PA
Unit: 57TH FIG; 65TH FS
Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea
Comments: Trying to locate pictures/info on Warren S. "Pat"
Patterson between 1945-57. With 56th FG from
Selfridge but may have been with the 57th FIG from
Elmendorf during Korea; returned to Selfridge as CO of
61st during 1952-55; later CO 12th FBS on Okinawa
Keywords: Pat Patterson
Entry: 28233
Subject: BLACK KNIGHTS
Subject: BLACK KNIGHTS
Joe Demko wrote on September 13, 2002
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City and State: WYANDOTTE MI
Unit: 57FIS
Service or Relationship: -
Comments:
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Entry: 7245
Subject: TRYING TO LOCATE
Subject: TRYING TO LOCATE
V. Bronski wrote on February 28, 2000
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: WE HAVE A 57TH FIGHTER-INTERCEPTOR-SQUADRON
BEER STEIN DATED 1954-1955 WITH A PLANE ON THE BACK AND IT SAYS ICELAND IT IS WHITE WITH A PEWTER TOP AND SOME SORT OF HELMET WITH A LIGHTNING BOLT. THE NAME ON IT IS A. R. COOK.
IS THIS ORIGINAL AND DOES THIS PERSON EXIST?
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