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Angelo Castanza JR. wrote on October 18, 2012

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Comments: I am looking for anyone who know my dad. he was in the
729 Bomb Squadron . He was Firtst Lieutenant Angelo
CAstanza from Buffalo NY He was a B26 pilot

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Haley White wrote on February 20, 2012

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City and State: AL

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Hello all,

I am looking for anyone who might have known Capt.
Robert White who served in the 729th BS in Korea.
Unfortunately I don't know any dates. My husband is
his grandson and I don't think they ever knew each
other. It would mean the world to him if he could
learn something about his Grandfather. The thing
that got me started looking is that Robert's son
handed down a box that belonged to Capt. White, and
in it was a Zippo lighter with his Rank, name, serial
number, Bomb Squadron and that he was in Korea. My
husband has tried a few different avenues to find
information on him, but with him being active duty
himself, his time on the computer is limited. Any
help would be greatly appreciated.

The info I DO know:
He won the Distinguished Flying Cross award as a
First Lieutenant on 28MARCH1952.

He was a Kenmore Navigator at the time he won the
award.

His wifes name was Gertrude.

Another article says he was a B-26 Radar navigator.

He was from Buffalo, NY.

Keywords: Robert White

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Richard Cesario wrote on September 5, 2011

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City and State: PRESCOTT AZ

Unit: 730TH BOMB SQD.

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: I finally called after many years of silence and no
contact. I was informed by the Granddaughter that Mr
Therin (TONY)Amoundson had died. He had been ill for
some time and passed away. Then his wife followed a
short tim latter. They were both creameted and thier
ashes scattered in the Newport Harbor,in Southern
California.

Farewell my friend my commrad I tried to keep in
touch. You will be missed by all who knew and loved
you.

Keywords: B-26/A-26 Invader Pusan Korea (K-9)
729th Bomb Squadron. 

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Saundra Carpenter wrote on September 2, 2011

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City and State: LITTLE RIVER SC

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for anyone who may have known Robert Adams service # AO746846 from Downey Calf. Listed MIA on 9-2-1951 I belive this was my father, if so he died before I was born and my mother never spoke of him, any help will be appreciated. Thank you

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Jim Perry wrote on July 12, 2011

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City and State: SUMMERVILLE SC

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: I am a disabled Air Force vet who collects patches from all Air Force units.I am trying to locate orignal patches from all the squadron that were in the Korean War.Hopefully, your members will be able to send me patches for my collection.Thank you.Jim Perry,MSgt,USAF,Ret

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Sheryl Ozuna (Studley) wrote on May 30, 2011

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City and State: SIERRA VISTA AZ

Unit: 729TH

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: My mother, Mary Ann Studley Vosburgh, remembers you and your wife fondly. She would love to hear from you. Dad was unfortunately killed in a car accident back in 78, but she still has all his letters from Korea and a bunch of photographs. If you are still alive, or if you have remaining family members, I would love to hear from you. Before everyone is gone I would like to fill in details of what service was like, missions, etc.

Keywords: Jim Studley, "Big Red", Big Jim, James A. Studley 

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Gordon Birkett wrote on November 9, 2010

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City and State: LANEVIEW VA

Unit: 729 TH BOMB SQDN.

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Stationed at K-9 l951 and 1952 55 Combat Missions Seeking information on my pilot and Squdron Commander Lt.Col. Hagenberger And others . I was in charge of Running Skeet Range when not flying. If you Knew me please respond. It would be a joy to my heart if you would be so kind, Thanks Birkett

Keywords: Gunner A-26 And B-26

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Cecil Smith wrote on March 28, 2010

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City and State: SPRING CITY TN

Unit: 729TH SQUADRON; 452ND BOMB WING

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: I am his daughter, Kim, submitting this on his behalf and I'm sure he'd love to hear from you!

Keywords: Pilot with Al Smith, and Tony Roy as crew. Received citation, Distinguished Flying Cross, for Oct 13, 1951 mission bombed ammo dump and vehicles

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Joseph Conlan wrote on July 8, 2009

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City and State: TAMPA FL

Unit: 729TH BOMB SQUADRON

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Moved from K-9 Pusan, to REMCO unit, MIHO A/B, Japan
I would like to here from anyone based there at the same time as I.

Keywords: B-26 aircraft mechanic.

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Bette Miles-Holleman wrote on August 14, 2007

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City and State: MODESTO CA

Unit: 729TH BS (K-9)

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father was Melvin O. "Mo" Miles, crew chief for the 729th BS from 1950-52. He passed away suddenly from a stroke in 1981, and I am trying to work out some of the mysteries of the boxes of unmarked photos he left behind.

I am doing research for a web site, and would like to hear from anyone who knew my father, has stories about him, or could help me identify some people in his photos. I would also like information about his plane, "Miss Sandy", such as how many missions she flew, when she was decomissioned and what her final fate was.

Please contact me if you have any information.

Many Thanks!

Keywords: Melvin O."Mo" Miles- Crew Chief, Douglas B-26, "Miss Sandy", Pusan, Korea, 1950-52

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Gary L. Watkins wrote on December 10, 2004

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City and State: ATLANTA GA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Jack served as a navagator in the 729th Sqdn. from about June to December 1951, He then rotated back to the states. I am writing a narrative of his efforts in Korea. If anyone knew him at the time or may know of someone who flew combat missions in this Sqdn. during this time, please contact me.

Keywords: B-27 Invader

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Ken Tinkcom wrote on July 10, 2004

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City and State: CHEYENNE WY

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Ken Tinkcom wrote on July 10, 2004

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Ken Tinkcom wrote on July 10, 2004

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Ken Tinkcom wrote on April 9, 2004

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Unit: 452ND WING,729TH SQUADRON

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Ryc (Richard) Lyden wrote on January 7, 2004

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City and State: COTTAGE GROVE MN

Unit: 452ND/728TH (FATHER)

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Tom Armstrong was a friend of my father Bill Lyden, a 26 pilot from the 728th. I'd like to locate him and see if he remembers my dad. 'Tom' was the name he went by but his real first name was different. He may have been from Florida. He had a gunner named Cheston if that helps anyone. Also, looking for any photographs that may have my dad's plane "Vivian Girl". The plane and crew were lost on 7Sep51.

Keywords: B-26, pilot, florida

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Carolynn Bristow wrote on December 31, 2003

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Comments: I am researching for my father Elliott Bristow who was a member of the 729th bomb squadron, 452 Bomb Wing. He is older an his memories are fading but would like a list of the men who served with him. If anyone can help me with this, or you served with my father please email me at the email address provided.
Thank you

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William W. Brine wrote on July 14, 2003

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: Gunner 729th Bomb Squadron

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Batur Avgan wrote on December 1, 2002

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Dear Sirs,

I am doing a research on a Turkish pilot, Lt. Muzaffer Erdonmez who served at 729th BS in early 1951. He was killed on a mission on 21.4.1951.

I would like to get in contact with the below given members of 452nd BW, 729th BSq, who were known to be friends of Lt. Erdonmez during the war.

Russ Barnes
Dick Leebrick
Bill Tonne
Virge Kuns
Robert L.Allred (MIA - 21.4.1951)
Joseph L. Farber (MIA - 21.4.1951)

All served at the 729th in mid 1951.

It is known that Lt. Erdonmez was killed while flying on a B-26C which had a serial number 44-35783. If possible, I would like to have a photo of this glass-nose. I do not know if it can be supplied from the National Archives or USAF. Any Vet may also have a photo of that aircraft in his personal album.

A photo of Virge Kuns and Lt. Erdonmez can be seen at http://www.tayyareci.com/hvtarihi/erdonmez/images/ucussonu200.JPG

Any help regarding Lt. Erdonmez and the above given names or their families are greatly appreciated.

With my best regards,

Batur Avgan

Keywords: 452nd, 729th, b-26, a-26, invader, turkish, erdonmez, vic, 44-35783, Russ Barnes Dick Leebrick Bill Tonne Robert Allred Joseph Farber, Virge Kuns

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Batur Avgan wrote on December 1, 2002

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I would like to ask for some more information in addition to my previous post.

It is known that Lt. Erdonmez was killed while flying on a B-26C which had a serial number 44-35783. If possible, I would like to have a photo of this glass-nose. I do not know if it can be supplied from the National Archives or USAF. Any Vet may also have a photo of that aircraft in his personal album.

I am also looking for any information about Virge Kuns. He made several flights with Lt. Erdonmez. A photo of him and Lt. Erdonmez can be seen at http://www.tayyareci.com/hvtarihi/erdonmez/images/ucussonu200.JPG

With my best regards,

Batur Avgan

Keywords: 452nd, 729th, b-26, a-26, invader, turkish, erdonmez, vic, 44-35783, Russ Barnes Dick Leebrick Bill Tonne Robert Allred Joseph Farber, Virge Kuns

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Batur Avgan wrote on November 30, 2002

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Comments: Dear Sirs,

I am doing a research on a Turkish pilot, Lt. Muzaffer Erdonmez who served at 729th BS in early 1951. He was killed on a mission on 21.4.1951.

I would like to get in contact with the below given members of 452nd BW, 729th BSq, who were known to be friends of Lt. Erdonmez during the war.

Russ Barnes
Dick Leebrick
Bill Tonne
Robert L.Allred (MIA - 21.4.1951)
Joseph L. Farber (MIA - 21.4.1951)

All served at the 729th in mid 1951. Any help regarding Lt. Erdonmez and the contact addresses of those people or their families are greatly appreciated.

Best regards,

Batur Avgan

Keywords: 452nd, 729th, b-26, a-26, invader, turkish, erdonmez, vic

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Bülent Yilmaer wrote on May 26, 2001

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City and State: ANKARA TR

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Comments: I am a Turkish researcher, researching the history of Turkish Military Aviation in collaboration with the History Branch of Turkish Air Forces (TuAF).

According to records find in the archives of the TuAF History Branch, on April 21, 1951, a USAAF A-26 Invader aircraft that was piloted by the Turkish Air Force Lieutenant Muzaffer Erdonmez was shot down over Wonch Ang-ni during a bombing mission carried out by 6 aircraft from the 729th BS. The A-26 usually flew with a crew of three people (at least two people). Since no other TuAF officers are reported as killed or wounded on April 21, 1951, American crew members must have been on board with Lt. Erdonmez. Lt. Erdonmez was awarded The Air Medal for his achievements just few days before he was shot down (I can provide a scanned image for the certificate of The Air Medal to those interested). The details about the bombing mission, the serial numbers of the aircraft involved, other crew members that participated in this mission are missing at the Turkish archives. I would greatly appreciate any assistance you may provide in completing these missing information. I would like to access sources that may provide details about the bombing mission in which Lt. Erdonmez was killed, and especially contact any surviving veterans that participated in this particular mission that took place on April 21, 1951. Thank you in advance for your kind concern.

Keywords: Turkish Air Forces pilot with 729th BS

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Arthur E. (Art) Lajeunesse SR. wrote on July 15, 2000

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City and State: LATHAM NY

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Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea

Comments: I am researching the casualties from Albany county N.Y. and Lt. Strope is one of 41. I am looking for info and a photo of him so our N.E.N.Y. Ch.KWVA can Honor him. I would appreciate any info or photo I could get.

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Dick (James R.) Choquette wrote on May 16, 2000

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City and State: AZTEC NM

Unit: 729TH BOMB SQDN (L)

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: Assigned to armament section Feb. 1951. Graduated from Pusan U. gunnery school July 1951. Assigned to Lt. Allen Hautanen's crew on 547. Flew missions before and after idiotic searchlight strapped on. Also flew with Capt./Maj./Lt.Col. Johnson (he became Group CO) and two missions with Col. Fletcher showing him how to use the lower gunsight guard as a bomb sight. I believe I even flew one mission with the Marzullo of brickyard fame. Our bunch relieved Dave DeHaven's bunch for their return to the Big PX. Who's going to finish the 729th history?

Keywords: 434547-"I Have Returned"

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Thomas Wilkinson wrote on April 12, 2000

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City and State: CHANDLER AZ

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: Looking for any classmates or veterans who may have served with me at K-9 during 7/51-1/52, or members of Aviation Cadet Class 48C at Randolph Field or Barksdale Field in 1947-1948. I flew 55 missions-DFC, AM, 2 Clusters. Joined TWA after USAF Oct. 1953 as pilot, and spent 32 yrs with TWA-flew variety of planes, retired as 747 pilot. Completed 21 yrs with USAF, 10 active, 11 reserve, recalled for Cuban Missile Crisis in C-119 with 89th Troop Carrier at Hanscom Field, MA.

Keywords: Randolph, Barksdale, K-9, 729th BS, Knight Intruder, TWA, 89th Troop Carrier, Hanscom Field.

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