Entry: 60778
Subject: M. WAYNE REGAN
M. Wayne Regan SR. wrote on April 23, 2007
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments:
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Entry: 60561
Subject: DID YOU KNOW MY UNCLE?
Tom McBride wrote on April 4, 2007
City and State: YORK NE
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am looking for anyone who might have known my uncle Benjamin D. Heskett. Sgt US Marine Corps 1950-51
home town was Broken Bow, NE
Keywords:
Entry: 59724
Subject: LOOKING FOR MARINES WHO SERVED IN 1951
Josh Montandon wrote on January 22, 2007
City and State: DENTON TX
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments: I am looking for Marines who served with 1 Mar Div in September 1951 and fought near the Punchbowl and Soyang River. I am a former Marine who is writing a history of that battle as my Thesis for a Master's degree from the University of North Texas and could use help in the form of interviews or memoirs from veterans who were there.
Thanks and Semper Fi
Keywords: Punchbowl, Hill 749, Hill 812, Hill 702, Hill 751, Hill 673, Hill 1052, Hill 980, Hill 854, Hill 602, Hill 680, Yoke Ridge, Kanmubong Ridge, Hill 924, Soyang River, September 1951.
Entry: 59557
Subject: C CO. 1/5REGT 1MAR 1953/03/26
Kevin Todd wrote on January 11, 2007
Email Update Needed
City and State: SALUDA SC
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: William (Bill) Lewis was in C Company 1/5 Regt 1Mar and declared MIA on 03/26/1953. He was from Bowling Green, OH. Hope to here from anyone who knew him or of what might have happened at Reno. I am try to do some research for my Grand Mother, and help her find out more information about her brother. I have some letters that may help others.
Keywords: Reno Outpost
Entry: 59470
Subject: SGT THEODORE PAUL LANDRY JR
Peter Landry Macfaden wrote on January 4, 2007
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: I CO 3 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
SGT THEODORE PAUL LANDRY JR
Looking for any bits of info about grandfather. I believe this is the right
division. please email @ petermacfaden@yahoo.com
Thank you
Keywords:
Entry: 59469
Subject: SGT THEODORE PAUL LANDRY JR
Peter Landry Macfaden wrote on January 4, 2007
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I CO 3 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
SGT THEODORE PAUL LANDRY JR
Looking for any bits of info about grandfather. I believe this is the right
division. Thank you,
Keywords:
Entry: 59467
Subject: EDWARD WYSMULEK
Daniel Wysmulek wrote on January 4, 2007
City and State: AL
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am looking for anyone that may have been on the Cape Canso. Or in Japan that knew two little Japanese boys nicknamed Gizmo or 8-Ball that were used around camp. There was a theater type show put together in the field, where they would show movies of Judy Garland, ect. My grandfather's name is Edward Wysmulek, he is from Westfield, Mass. And lives in Montgomery, AL
Keywords: Cape Canso. Gizmo and 8-Ball. Saipan. weapons company
Entry: 57425
Subject: CLOSE CALLS IN COMBAT
Bob Simonsen wrote on May 30, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments: CLOSE CALLS IN COMBAT-Former Marine and author is looking for stories about unusual/very unique close call/near death experiences of Marines and Corpsmen during any of our nation's wars, for possible inclusion in a future book. To submit your story or to request additional info/criteria, please contact: Bob Simonsen. 3920 Ramona Dr
Riverside, CA 92506 or Three27bob@aol.com or 951 788-8183
Keywords:
Entry: 56922
Subject: JOHN M
Suzanne Huff wrote on April 30, 2006
City and State: YUCCA VALLEY CA
Unit: HE WAS A GUNNY AND WORKED WITH TELETYPE 1ST BN COM
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments:
Keywords: Mike -- Korea 2x Vietnam 2x Okinawa Dog named chip served 23+ yrs from 1948-1971 went to Teletype school in Georgia, 1954 or so. Married Anice Haslam in 1960.
might have served in or been one of the marines in Chosin.
Entry: 56876
Subject: WHERE AND WHEN WOUNDED
Richard Lennard wrote on April 28, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: RICHMOND VA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Does anyone remember a 17-year old Marine, Corporal ROBERT DEAN
TRAXINGER, severely wounded, probably in 1950, probably at Chosin Res.
He was my half-brother and I would like to know the circumstances of his
wounding. He lost both legs (mine??) and was medically retired at age 18.
Unfortunately he committed suicide at Las Vegas in 1965 and is buried in
the National Cemetery at Fort Snelling, Minnesota. I am a Korean and
Vietnam war vet myself, and believe I am the only living relative. SARGE
Keywords: Marshall High, Half Bro
Entry: 56532
Subject: FATHER AND GRANDFATHER SERVED SGT WILLIAM STAHL
Greg Stahl wrote on April 4, 2006
City and State: KILGORE TX
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Grandfather was a career Marine having served in WWI, China, WWII, and Korea. Served under Chesty Puller. Father served in the Marines from 1947 - 1954. I do know he was at Chosin and I believe at puson, but not sure.
Grandfather Lt Col Claude William Stahl Sr. USMC Ret
Father Sgt Claude William (Bill) Stahl
Keywords: Chosin
Entry: 56306
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFORMATION
Bob Walsh wrote on March 20, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State: ANCHORAGE AK
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: I'm assisting in the process of trying to establish a record for a Mr. Anthony Jurasek to be eligible for a Purple Heart. He served in Weponds Company, Section 1, 2Bn., 1st Marines. Our office is trying to locate any individual that served with Mr. Jurasek, or remembers him being wounded in Korea in 1953-54. He sustained shrapnel wounds in the wrist and forehead. Any information that anyone may have I am greatful for any assistance. I would like to see this Marine receive his proper recognition.
Keywords:
Entry: 55814
Subject: LOOKING FOR MARINES THAT WERE IN KOREA WITH 1/1 MARINES
Andy Hunigan wrote on February 17, 2006
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: I am looking for anyone who remembers Orion Callison, he was a corpsman during the Korean War. He just died and I was trying to find out what he did in korea
Keywords:
Entry: 55667
Subject: BILL J. STEWART
William Stewart wrote on February 8, 2006
City and State: ST. CHARLES MO
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Other
Comments: I am looking for additional information on my father, Bill J. Stewart and his service in Korea . He served in Korea was wounded twice one minor one fairly severe. I beleive he was with the First Marine Division and was at Inchon, Pusan, and the Chosin Resevoir. He passed away in 1992. I should have listened closer. Any info appreciated. The names I remember are MT Dowd, Roady
Keywords: "Thirsty" Third
Entry: 54922
Subject: INFORMASION
Michael Niemczyk wrote on December 31, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: NEW BEDFORD MA
Unit: 2DSIGBN,2DMARDIV. FMF,CAMP LEJEUNE,N.C.
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments:
Keywords: chosin res.korea
Entry: 53705
Subject: ROYAL MARINE COMMANDO
Colleen Currier wrote on October 22, 2005
City and State: PETERBOROUGH ON
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father always gave thanks for a US Marine LT who saved his hands. He was frozen solid as his MO was demolition.
A "Liverpool hotfoot" was what he called it. His name is William Charles Currier. A man who is haunted by what he has seen and done.
Hagaru, Koti Ri and Chosin. He was there. Prior to that, Port en Besin, Malaya.
I wish I knew more.
Keywords:
Entry: 53264
Subject: ORAL HISTORY PROJECT
Anthony Storch wrote on September 21, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: JACKSONVILLE FL
Unit: 1ST MARDIV
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments: Gentlemen,
My name is Anthony Storch. I am currently in post-baccalaureate study at the University of North Florida prior to entering the Masters in History degree program. I intend to concentrate in US Military History and the Veterans’ Memorial Oral History Project is an integral part of my academic program.
I am looking for ANY vets frm the Korean War who live in Florida or S. Georgia who would be interested in telling their stories.
I can send/fax/e-mail an Overview, Script, and Release. AS time passes, veterans depart. I want their stories to be recorded so future generations can learn of their sacrifices. Any assistance you can render will be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much.
Keywords: Oral History Project, Florida
Entry: 53196
Subject: STAR OF KOTO-RI
Eric Otto wrote on September 18, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: CUPERTINO CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: Hello,
Looking for anyone who has a story to share about the Star of Koto-ri.
Thanks,
Eric
Keywords: Chosin, Koto-ri
Entry: 53084
Subject: HEROS OF THE CHOSIN
Erin McCloud wrote on September 10, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: MIDFIELD AL
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Jesse wouldn't talk to me or to our children about Korea. All he would say is that it was frozen Hell!If you knew him, please contact me. Jesse died last year on July 1. He was truely our hero.We were married for 51 years. It wasn't long enough. Thank you.
Keywords: Nickname: Mac
Entry: 51715
Subject: HELLO EVERYONE
Amy Lovaglio wrote on June 27, 2005
City and State:
Unit: USMC 4.2 MORTAR CO. 1ST DIVISION
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: if anyone out there served with my dad nicholas lovaglio 1953-1954 in the usmc 4.2 mortar co., 1st division please contact me. he is not internet savvy but would like to hear about old friends, combat partners. thank you so much. thank all of you for everything. or e mail charro535@aol.com
Keywords: lovaglio, 4.2 mortar co., 1st division, served 1953-1954
Entry: 48498
Subject: LOOKING FOR!
Tony Balliro wrote on January 30, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Army Veteran - Korea
Comments: Looking for William Frances Noonan from Jamaica Plain, Massachusettes...Egleston Square...Any one who know,s William, Bill, Lefty, please reply...Tony
Keywords: Korea 1950-51....
Entry: 47243
Subject: LOOLING FOR MARINES WHO KNEW JAMES BUDDENBURG KIA
Justin Meyer wrote on December 2, 2004
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: would like to here from someone who knew my wifes uncle pfc james buddenburg f co 2 bn 1 mar reg 1 mar div died of wounds sept. 7 1952 on the uss repoes. he was a machine gunner that was overrun by chinese
Keywords:
Entry: 47083
Subject: LOOKING FOR FRIENDS OF KENNETH 'FARMER' LEATH
Angie Worlety wrote on November 25, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I woluld like to surprise him with some information he was in the 1st div. fox co.
Keywords:
Entry: 44756
Subject: 1 OF YOUR CHOSIN FEW HAS FALLEN
Valerie MacKenna wrote on July 25, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father was my hero. He passed away on July 4th 2004. His name is Joseph H. MacKenna, from New York; he was awarded for 2 purple hearts. He is going to be burried in Arlington National Cemtary on August 18,2004 at 1pm edt. For any and all who remembers him please take a moment of silence.
I also would like to hear from anyone who knew my dad who can tell me stories so please write. I will reply. Thank You to all who has served for our country!
Keywords: 1M/1stD....is all i know I remember 1stm/1stD./1st
Entry: 42677
Subject: INFO WANTED ON MY FATHER'S THOMAS HAYWARS JONES USMC TIME IN KOREA
Greg Jones wrote on April 28, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: My father passed away a few months ago and now I regret not having asked him more about his service in Korea. I believe he was a Raider and if you can help me obtain any information or pictures of his time there I would greatly appreciate it. His name is Thomas Hayward Jones. I know he served at Chosin and believe he had parachuted in at some point. I think he was probable a Sgt at the time. Later in Vietnam He became an officer and retired as a Capt.
thanks in advance for any information you may be able to come up with.
Sempre Fi
Keywords: My father passed away a few months ago and now I regret not having asked him more about his service in Korea. I believe he was a Raider and if you can help me obtain any information or pictures of his time there I would greatly appreciate it. His name is Thomas Hayward Jones. I know he served at Chosin and believe he had parachuted in at some point. I think he was probable a Sgt at the time. Later in Vietnam He became an officer and retired as a Capt.
thanks in advance for any information you may be able to come up with.
Sempre Fi
Entry: 42673
Subject: INFORMATION WANTED ON MARINE
Greg Jones wrote on April 28, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I'm looking for any and all information and pictures of or about my father who passed away a few months ago. His name is Capt Thomas Hayward Jones USMC. He served in Korea and I believe he was a Sgt then. From the little I know he was at Chosin and I believe he was a Raider.
He also served in Vietnam.
Keywords: Marine Raider Chosin
Entry: 40377
Subject: MARINE VETERAN-KOREA
Donald Grisham wrote on January 28, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit: H-S BN IST MTR TNSPT 1ST MAR DIV
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments:
Keywords:
Entry: 38030
Subject: 18TH REPLACEMENT DRAFT
Thomas F. Bowman wrote on November 5, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: FALLBROOK CA
Unit: A CO., 1ST BN., 1ST MAR REG., 1ST MAR DIV.
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Can't remember a few details...arrived in Korea on the General Gordon..March 52..went ashore by LST..would like to know exactly where we landed on the East coast of Korea...trucked to the west coast after landing
Keywords: 18th Replacement Draft
Entry: 37488
Subject: GEORGE COMPANY 3/1
Maria Miller wrote on October 11, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: LORAIN OH
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: DAD RECALLS OTHERS LIKE CABRERA-GONZALEZ, ROBERT C. ARLINGTON, AND A PFC BLAKE IN A BUNKER DURING THIS AMBUSH.
Keywords: AMBUSH - 17TH APRIL 1953
Entry: 37023
Subject: ANYONE WHO SERVED IN KOREA AND KNEW CPL FELIX STOCK
Jim Stock wrote on September 20, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: HARRISBURG PA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: 1ft marine div killed in action sept.21
Keywords:
Entry: 32951
Subject: 2 BATT FORWARD AIR CONTROLLERS
Richard L. Buechler wrote on March 20, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: HINCKLEY OH
Unit: 2 BATT 1ST MAR
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Any members of the Forward Air Control group from Aug 52 to Feb 53?
Keywords:
Entry: 31363
Subject: NEED INFO
T. (Sandy) Sandoval wrote on January 18, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: ALBUQUERQUE NM
Unit: 1ST.MARINE REG.1ST MARINE DIVISION
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Landed @ Inchon Sept.15 1950 stayed with the 1st
until July 1951
Keywords:
Entry: 31217
Subject:
Joanie Salotti wrote on January 13, 2003
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for information. My father served in the Korean War- Dog company, company with Pat Roberts too. Just looking for some information . His name is Charles Anthony Salotti, company captain rifleman. I believe this info is correct. Any info. please provide. Thanks.
Keywords:
Entry: 28842
Subject: MY DAD
Mary Beth Mann wrote on October 14, 2002
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: my father was a vet of the korean war. his name is charles herman bauer sr, and he recently lost a long battle of cancer. he was in the 1st marine division, 7th battalion...charlies company. if anyone has ny information on my father or knew him would you please email me. thank you very much!
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Entry: 28627
Subject: ANYONE REMEMBER MY DAD
Richard Carlson wrote on October 3, 2002
Email Update Needed
City and State: SHAWNEE OK
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Would like to receive any information on my
father Richard Carlson while he was in Korea.
He has recently underwent cancer surgery for
the fifth time and they got his vocal cords this
time. He is still tough and independent and I
would know he would like to hear from anyone
who remembers him.
Keywords:
Entry: 28052
Subject: HELP
Donnie Brunswick wrote on September 5, 2002
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: anyone that served inB-1-5 that knew my grandfather charles lyles please email me any information you know or remember he died last year and i would really appreciate any imformation you have
Keywords: help i need to talk to anyone that served in
B-1-5
Entry: 26030
Subject: HELPING MY DAD LOOK
Criseldo Sanchez JR. wrote on June 5, 2002
Email Update Needed
City and State: LATHROP CA
Unit: DOG COMPANY, 2ND BATTALION, 1ST MARINES REGIMENT,
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: My father has no internet access. I'm trying to find anyone who might remember him. He arrived in Korea (Bunker Hill, I believe) August 21, 1952 and stayed in combat until July 2, 1953. He was 19 years old. Originally from Denver, Colo. He was a Cpl. Fire Team Leader with "Dog Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines Regiment, First Marine Division. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who might remember him or being there the same time as him. He remembers bringing his company out of a heavily hit area in the later months of 1952. something about reinforced company, made sure all KIA'S, WIA's and all weapons were brought out of that heavily hit area. Remembers watching many young men die around him. If you remember him please e-mail me. I know dad would be thrilled to hear from someone who was there with him. It would mean alot to the entire family. Dad is now 69 years old. losing his hearing, just got a pace maker, suffers from jungle rot etc. but otherwise is doing okay. Hope there is someone out there who will remember something. Thank you very Much. Christine
Keywords: Arrived in Korea (Bunker Hill) Aug. 21, 1952. "Cpl.C. Sanchez, Fire team leader." Originally from Denver, Colo.
Entry: 25486
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO ON PHIL HOBSON F/2/1, KIA 13 AUG '52 BUNKER HILL
Samuel (Sam) Southworth wrote on May 15, 2002
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for information on my uncle, Cpl. Philip Hobson USMC F/2/1, KIA 13 Aug. 1952 at Bunker Hill. If anyone knew him, please contact me. 50 years later we're proud of him and we miss him. God bless all of you--Semper Fi.
Sam Southworth
SASouth@aol.com
212-818-9361
Keywords: Phil Hobson USMC KIA 13 Aug. '52 Bunker Hill
Entry: 23953
Subject: LOOKING FOR A FRIEND
Helen (Drobnick) Smith wrote on March 15, 2002
Email Update Needed
City and State: AZTEC NM
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: would like to hear from William T. Williams that I had met in CAlifornia when he was stationed at Camp Pendleton in the early 50s. He was form the northern part northen part of California. Helen
Keywords:
Entry: 22703
Subject: CLIFFORD STANLEY PAGE, II FROM BARTOW, FLORIDA
Julie Sutton wrote on January 28, 2002
Email Update Needed
City and State: ATLANTA GA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: If you may have know my father, Clifford Stanley Page, II from Bartow, Florida, I would like to talk to you. I'm his daughter and have only just learned where he fought during the Korean War - Yalu River.
Keywords: I think my father was at Yalu River. He will not talk about it so I would like to talk to someone who may have been there with him.
Entry: 22702
Subject: CLIFFORD STANLEY PAGE, II FROM BARTOW, FLORIDA
Julie Sutton wrote on January 28, 2002
Email Update Needed
City and State: ATLANTA GA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: If you may have know my father, Clifford Stanley Page, II from Bartow, Florida, I would like to talk to you. I'm his daughter and have only just learned where he fought during the Korean War - Yalu River.
Keywords: I think my father was at Yalu River. He will not talk about it so I would like to talk to someone who may have been there with him.
Entry: 21533
Subject: HILL 749
Steve Lacki wrote on December 16, 2001
City and State: LEWISTON NY
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Looking for others who fought for Hill 749 (Korea Sept 1950)in F-2-1.
Keywords:
Entry: 21520
Subject: THOMAS MURPHY
Edward Murphy wrote on December 15, 2001
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My uncle Thomas Murphy was in the 1st Marine division in the Korean war. He was trapped in the Chosin Resevoir, but broke out. I am looking for anyone who might have known him.
Keywords: Chosin Resevoir
Entry: 21391
Subject: LOOKING FOR FELLOW KOREAN WAR MARINES
Edward Kottke wrote on December 11, 2001
City and State: AITKIN MN
Unit: EASY COMPANY, 2ND BATTALION, 5TH MARINE REGIMENT,
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Actually I am Ed's daughter, Cindy, searching on his behalf for the men he fought with. Please send or e-mail any info you have and help me to get you guys in touch!! Thanks a million!! It'll make my dad's day to hear from you!!
Keywords:
Entry: 18979
Subject: CPL ROBERT NELSON OLIVER
Penelope Owen wrote on August 27, 2001
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Am looking for anyone who served with my uncle Bob in Korea. He was KIA September 19,1950.
I am creating a memorial tribute (military) for him and would like to find out more info if I can from someone who knew him then.
The info that I have is:
Robert Nelson Oliver
Norwich NY
Born: November 25,1930
KIA: September 19,1950
Service Number: 1082766
Unit: 1 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
He was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart and Silver Star.
I would appreciate any help I can get.
Thank You,
Penelope Owen
Keywords: Ichon, 1st marine regiment, 1st marine division
Entry: 18884
Subject: 1ST RAIDERS, A COMPANY...KOREA
Michael Scott wrote on August 22, 2001
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: Email me so I may get you both together
Keywords: My neighbor...Thomas "Andy" Anderscavage seeks word from survivors from the 1st Raiders.
Entry: 18366
Subject: LOOKING FOR ROBERT PAUL LEFRANCOIS
Robert LeFrancois wrote on July 31, 2001
City and State: KANEHOE HI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father fought in Korea from Inchon to Northern Korea. All I know was that he was a cook when in bivouac. His St. Louis records were destroyed in the 70s fire. I have checked other records with USMC, but have found nothing. I last saw him at age five (1964) when he was placed into a VA Mental Hospital. He reported losing many friends to Chinese attacks. I'm retired USAF whose torn achilles tendon wouldn't get me in the Marines.
Thanks
Keywords: 1st Marine, cook
Entry: 17076
Subject: M/SGT BILL HAUSCHEN
Christopher Hauschen wrote on June 3, 2001
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am looking for any information on my dad. He never talked about the war, but my aunt said that he was at Chosin and Inchon. Anyone who might remember my dad and tell me anything about him during this time in his life is greatly appreciated. My father died in August of 1995. His son and grandsons (born after his death) would like to know his military history. Thank you in advance and God Bless the past, present and future Marines.
Chris Hauschen
Keywords: Fought At Chosin Resevoir, was at Inchon,in 1954 was part of the taskforce ready to invade Japan.
Possibly others called him Billy. He was from Iowa.
Entry: 15743
Subject: LOOKING FOR VETS INVOLVED IN CHOSIN BREAKOUT
Al Shin wrote on April 1, 2001
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: My name is Albert and I'm looking for folks to share their recollections about the Chosin Reservoir Breakout. I'm compiling individual stories/personal memories of that time to eventually weave into a book/project. Any input will be greatly appreciated...Before I leave, I do want to thank every individual that has served in Korea because, without your honor to duty, I would not be here. Thanxs
Keywords: Chosin reservoir, X Corps, 1st and 7th Marine, Yudam-ni, Toktong Pass, Hagaru, Hellfire Valley, Koto-ri, Funchilin Pass and Hangnum.
Entry: 15426
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO ON FELLOW MARINE LEO L. HAMMOND
James Grady Hill wrote on March 12, 2001
City and State: BRADENTON FL
Unit: 1ST MARINE DIVISION
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Looking for a friend from that time Leo L. Hammond.It has been so many years can't remember my unit #.
Keywords: Inchon Reservoir