Entry: 53757
Subject: E-2-5 FROM 3 OCT 51 - 3 OCT 52
Billy Jack Potter wrote on October 26, 2005
City and State: ADOLPHUS KY
Unit: E-2-5
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments: My name is Billy Jack Potter, I served in the war in 51 thru 52. My Platoon Sgt Bunch used to call me BJ. I am looking for others who may have served during this time. I remember that one young man was from Arizona was KIA from a sniper but I don't remember his name (possibly William Greer) and I think it happened in the summer of 52, they called the two of us the "Bobsy Twins" and/or the "Kotex Kids". Anyone with ANY information on this time period (3 Oct 51 thru 3 Oct 52) please email my daughter, Jenny.
Keywords: Bobsy Twins, Old Baldie, Kotex Kids, Cpt Schmidt (E Co Commander), Platoon Sgt Bunch, Cpl or Sgt Karrington
Entry: 53671
Subject: HARVEY T. CHADWELL
Heather Reece wrote on October 19, 2005
City and State: NEW TAZEWELL TN
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am trying to find out information on my father Harvey Tipton Chadwell. He was stationed at Camp LeJeuine in N.C. and then to Korea. He was from Virginia, played baseball for the marines and about 17 at the time. Any information would be wonderful. I have several pictures I have found and I will try to post the photos and names in the future. Thank you-
heather chadwell reece
Keywords: I believe my father was in 2nd marine division of the 5th marines f-company
Entry: 52437
Subject: PAUL C MAXWELL
Frank R. Petrowski JR. wrote on August 3, 2005
City and State: JACKSONVILLE NC
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments: I wnat to anounce the death of my brother-inlaw Marine PFC Paul C Maxwell in April of this year. Paul was wounded at BH and retired medically from the Corps. He was a fine Marine, Husband and Father and a great brother-inlaw. What ever street he is guarding on heaven shores, you can bet it is well manned
Keywords: Bunker Hill August 1952
Entry: 51743
Subject: E/2/5 KOREA 1952-1953
Eugene R. Reising wrote on June 28, 2005
City and State: SACRAMENTO CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments: Looking for anyone knowing anything about Grant Johnson who served in E/2/5 from 1952 to 1953
Keywords:
Entry: 51239
Subject: LOOKING FOR A MARINE
William E. Houghton SR. wrote on May 31, 2005
City and State: DENVER CO
Unit: WEAPONS/2/5
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran
Comments: September 23,1950 we jumped off our first assault on Seoul. I was in a heavy machinegun platoon assigned to fire overhead support for the assault. I was a section leader which included two squads. After we set up our guns I spotted about a company sized group of the enemy accross the valley from us. We engaged in a firefight with the group and eventually destroyed them. We burned out the barrels on our guns. I told on of my squad leaders sgt Gold to take over while I went for spare barrels. I ran toward the rear and when I dropped into a gulley Where I was met with a Mortar shell. I was blown back and when I regained my senses I heard the sucking sound and I knew I had a chest wound, Looking down I saw I was bleed from the abdomen as well. I called for help and no one came. The first thing I did was pray, I then took off my gear, keeping my Colt .45. I then clasped my hands over my wounds and set out for the rear. I came upon a froup from the ROK Army and fell in front of them and asked them to help me. The first guy ripped my watch from my armn another was digging for my wallet. I saw a large figure appear. It was a Marine with what I thought was a BAR. He convinced the Koreans to carry me to the aid station. He also got my watch and wallet back. I was immediately given blood in both arms and legs. I was then put in a helicopter and flown to Kimpo for a flight to Japan.
That Marine saved my life and I've never known who he was. I've submitted letter to a couple magazines and haven't found him. My family and I would like to thank him and maybe share a beer with him. I've managed to live a good life with my family. I'm still doing well as far as health goes. I often think of that Marine hoping he survived the war.
Keywords: Pusan Inchon Seoul
Entry: 51154
Subject: THE SEARCH FOR PFC PAUL TIPTON BAKER, KIA. WHERE IS HE LAID TO REST? MISSION ACCOMPLISHED
Sherry Lee Bayer (Schuff) wrote on May 28, 2005
City and State: BRILLION WI
Unit: MY FATHER D-2-5
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Our search was twofold. First, we were looking for family who might still be alive, who were related to Pfc. Baker, and second, find where he was layed to rest.
With our Tennessee friends assistance, we found Pfc. Baker's obithuary in the Chattanooga Newspaper. Our friend Ed tracked down the cemetary where Pfc. Baker was buried. Ed also found Paul's oldest sister, Mrs. Crisp, who resides in Chattanooga.
My Parents were planning a trip to Atlanta, and took a day trip over to Chattanooga. They met with Ed, visited with Mrs. Crisp, who unfortunately is suffering from senility or Alzheimers. She remembered very little and could only find a picture of Paul, when he was six years old.
My parents, then went to Greenwood Cemetary. There, they found the bronze plaque bearing Paul's name, along with his new rank. Cpl. Paul Tipton Baker. My father placed a bronze flag holder with an American Flag and red, white, and blue flower arrangement. He said his prayers to this brave man, thanking him for his life.
The story does not end there. Since my Father's visit to Chattanooga, we have done more searching, including what happened after September 24, 1950.
My Father knows that Paul died, not on Sept. 25,1950, as his records with the military say, but September 24, 1950. My Father said, they were just outside of Seoul, when he awoke, stood beside his foxhole, and reached for his weapon. He was instantly shot, the bullet going through his right leg, shattering bone, before entering into his left leg. He said a Marine he vaguely knew, ran over to his side and pulled him into the foxhole. That Marine was Pfc. Baker. My Father said he heard another shot, and Pfc. Baker did not move.
A Medic came to check on Pfc. Baker, pulled him off from my Father, and assisted my father with dressings for his wounds and pain medication. When my Father asked about Pfc. Baker, the Medic shook his head. They were unable to evac my Father for several hours. When they did, they couldn't remove Pfc. Baker's body until the next day.
Also, since the visit to Chattanooga, my Father has talked more about that day. He is receiving counseling for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Through other information from the military, we also found out that Paul's family did not know the circumstances of his death. He is listed as Killed In Action.
The Journey, my Father and I started last fall does not have a Happy Ending. It never will. There is no such thing as closure. There never will be, especially when it comes to War. There is only a search for inner peace, and that can be accomplished with your loved ones.
We continue to search for more of Paul's family, to let them know of Paul's heroic act. We know he had five sisters, who live around the Chattanooga area.
In the meantime, with our help my Father will continue to heal and put his demons to rest.
Keywords: On 10/26/2004, I wrote a message for my Father. We were searching for the grave of Pfc. Paul Tipton Baker.
Pfc. Paul Tipton Baker saved my Fathers life almost 55 years ago, at the risk of his own. Through new friends, including Sid Shown, TNMOPH and Ed Tankesley, from Chattanooga, TN, we were able to accomplish our mission.
Entry: 50945
Subject: ANYONE KNOW JAMES MEEHAN D/2/5?
Michael (Mike) Meehan wrote on May 18, 2005
City and State: LA MIRADA CA
Unit: D/2/5
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: All I know about my uncle is from my father (his brother). I have a real feel for the way he was in civilian life, but I have no idea what he was like the last few months of his life - as a Marine. All I really know is that he was a machine gunner. I am hungry for any information about his friendships, battles, etc. - his war experiences. He was KIA March 29, 1953 by a mortar shell. I don't know where he died. Please share what you know if you knew him.
Keywords: D CO 2 BN 5 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV, Jim Meehan, D/2/5, Machine Gunner, Pfc. James J. Meehan, KIA 1953/03/29
Entry: 50042
Subject: JOSEPH F. COVELLA
Roxanna Barnes wrote on April 7, 2005
City and State: FL
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: I am his daughter trying to locate information on other service members who may have served with him.
Keywords: Looking for anyone who may have served with GySgt Joseph F. Covella during the Korea War. He was from Brooklyn, NY. Later went on to serve in the Vietnam War.
Entry: 49661
Subject: LOOKING FOR PRIVATE FIRST CLASS PAUL BROWN FOR FOX COMPANY 2ND BATTILION 5TH MARINES FROM NEW YORK
Walt Iverson wrote on March 20, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: DULUTH MN
Unit: FOX COMPANY 2ND BATTILION 5TH MARINES
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: My Father in Law is looking for a fellow soldier named Paul Brown whom he served with in Korea. If anyone knows anything about him please send me a email. Thanks
Keywords: Paul Brown,New York,Brownie,Chosen FEW,
Entry: 48657
Subject: 53-55 H AND S CO
James E. (Jim) Ravencraft wrote on February 2, 2005
Email Update Needed
City and State: ERLANGER KY
Unit: H-S CO 2ND BAT 5TH MAR 1ST MARDIV
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: God Bless the ones that are serving now.02-2005
Keywords: 1953-1955 H and S Co 2Nd Bat 5Th Mar 1St Mar Div
Entry: 47985
Subject: INFORMATION ABOUT RADIO OPERATOR SAMUEL ARTHUR MILES JR.
Steve Miles wrote on January 7, 2005
City and State: MYERSVILLE MD
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: If any one has information about my father, Samuel Arthur Miles Jr, please contact me vial E-mail . Even though it has been 11 years since his death (Jan 8, 1994), I still have questions about his experience in Korea and Viet Nam. My father was never one to talk much about his activities. I do know he was in the 2nd BN 5-Marines. He was deployed from San Diego in 1950. I have such a sad heart not knowing what he went through. I would like to preserve his history for our future generations. Any help would be greatly appreciated.apprecaited.
Keywords: Radio operator, Sam, Battles, landing, units, ships, friends, detailed history.
Entry: 46534
Subject: D/2/5 SPT 1950
Sherry Lee Bayer (Schuff) wrote on October 28, 2004
City and State: BRILLION WI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: I'm writing for my father, LeRoy E. Schuff, who was in D/2/5, in Korea 1950. We are looking for anyone who knew Pfc Paul Tipton Baker, served with him, anything. My father sent a note in 1999 for any family of Pfc Baker with no response. We would like to know more about him and where he is layed to rest. Pfc Baker tended to my fathers wounds, and was mortally wounded in doing so. Pfc Baker is in our thoughts and prayers daily, as I have no doubt, if he did not assist my father that fateful day on September 24, 1950, my father would not be here today, and neither would I.God Bless You
Keywords: Pfc Paul Tipton Baker, KIA
Entry: 46501
Subject: WHERE IS HE LAYED TO REST? PAUL TIPTON BAKER - D/2/5
Sherry Lee Bayer (Schuff) wrote on October 26, 2004
City and State: BRILLION WI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: My family is trying to find anyone who would have known Paul Tipton Baker. On September 24,1950, my father, LeRoy E. Schuff, was wounded, the bullet entering his right leg, going through, then lodging in his left leg. He said they were under heavy enemy fire, when Pfc Paul Tipton Baker came to him and rendered aid. Pfc Baker was then, himself fatally shot. We are also trying to find any of his family and where he is buried. Without his help, my father would not be with us today.
Keywords: D-2-5 KOREAN WAR 1950
Pfc Paul Tipton Baker
Chattanooga, TN
Entry: 46487
Subject: 4 NOV 55+ MARINES
Jennifer Scott wrote on October 26, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State: ROCHELLE IL
Unit: 2ND BN, 5TH MAR, 3RD MAR DIV
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I'm looking for any information about my grandpa and his friends while serving our country. His name is Leland (lee) Isley and I know of a friend of his was named Robert or Bob Leshe. My granpa began his service in the marines on Nov 4 1955. Please contact me if you know anything about my granpa or anything else that might be helpful. Thank you so much. Jennifer
Keywords: Leland Isley, Moutain Leadership school 1958,
Entry: 45845
Subject: LOOKING FOR ANY MARINE WHO MIGHT REMEMBER MY DAD, THOMAS CARL KILDUFF
Theresa Kilduff wrote on September 17, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State: LAGUNA NIGUEL CA
Unit: ?
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: my dad was a marine corp pilot and i know from a picture i have that he was in k-6 korea in 1954. i never knew him and i am looking for anyone who served with him and might be able to tell me something about him. his name was THOMAS CARL KILDUFF. thanks, theresa kilduff
Keywords: k-6 korea 1954 - PILOT THOMAS CARL KILDUFF
Entry: 45755
Subject: E/2/5 YEARS SERVED 1950-51
Ines Hidalgo JR. wrote on September 12, 2004
City and State:
Unit: E/2/5
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: I'm interested for anyone who served in these campaigns. Please email me if you have any info.I'm looking for Boggie, aka "The Black Bearded Terror", of the second bn. Looking for veterans that had come from California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas areas. E/2/5 1950- 1951
Thank you,
Inez Hidalgo
Keywords: Punch Bowl, Heartbreak ridge, sand bag castle
Entry: 45129
Subject: B/2/5 52-55
Robert Baird wrote on August 10, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State: CANFIELD OH
Unit: 5TH MARINE 2ND BATT B COMPANY 52-55
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: My dad was in Korea Mar 52 - Mar 55 give or take. He dosen't have a PC so I am helping out.
He was in the 5th Marine's 2nd Batt B company.
Thanks. Bob Wright
Keywords: 5th Marine's 2nd Batt B company 1952-1955
Entry: 44941
Subject: CHOSIN 1950 OR NORTH CHINA 1945-48
Edmund Bardy wrote on August 1, 2004
City and State: OFALLON MO
Unit: CHINA E/2/5 CHOSIN WPNS CO./7TH MARINES
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Looking to correspond with any buddy's from China or Korea.
Keywords:
Entry: 43470
Subject:
Peter Curcio JR. wrote on June 2, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: MY DAD, PETER CURCIO-E/2/5 MANNED A BAZOOKA AT FROZEN CHOSIN. HE WAS AIRLIFTED FROM HAGARU-RI ON THE SECOND FLIGHT OUT. HE SAID THE FIRST FLIGHT CRASHED INTO A MOUNTAINSIDE. ANYONE KNOW HIM OR CAN ADD ANY INFO. THANK YOU.
Keywords:
Entry: 43469
Subject:
Peter Curcio JR. wrote on June 2, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: -
Comments:
Keywords:
Entry: 42905
Subject: LOOKING FOR DETAILED INFO INCHON LANDING
Brian Knoester wrote on May 8, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State: ZOETERMEER
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: I'm looking for very detailed information about the Inchon landing of 15 sept. 1950. I need it for my history project at school. I'll need info about the preparation, the landing itself, the following days, the mood among the soldiers, tactics, your mission etc. I'll be very thankfull to the person(s) who wishes to tell me about those days. Other stories will also be very welcome because I'm always interested in the experiences you guys had and because I'll be joining the Dutch marines myself in the near future. I hope to hear from you soon.
Yours,
Brian Knoester
Keywords: 1st or 5th Marines Regiment 1st Marine Division, Inchon landing
Entry: 42766
Subject: B-2-5
Frank Dolly wrote on May 2, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State: TRACY CA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: Any one who served in B co 2-5 under Capt Richard Bland in regards to my father;Frank W Dolly who was wia 21 Sept 1950 while crossing the wreckage of Kalchon River bridge. My father
passed away 19 April 2004. He talked about the war only after dementia had set in and he was jumping back and forth from the past and present.
Never complaining and never talking about those days in Sept 1950 I am curious if there were any
of the Marines still around. My father received wounds to his stomach and had his hip and leg shattered. Baker co took heavy casualties that day but I'm hoping somebody is still around to tell the story that my dad couldn't finish. Respectfully, Frank W Dolly Jr
Keywords: 2-5 Baker co. Kalchon River Capt Bland
Entry: 41623
Subject: STILL LOOKING FOR E2-5'S AUG 50-DEC 50
Julee Grace wrote on March 9, 2004
Email Update Needed
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Have new email address, looking for any info on Bobby Dean Lucas ("Bob" or "Luke") an E-25 machine gunner DOW 12-11-1950. Thansk a bunch.
Keywords:
Entry: 41543
Subject: LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW JOHN MCINTOSH GORRIE
Jennifer Gorrie wrote on March 6, 2004
City and State: PEORIA AZ
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father John M Gorrie served in Korea from Aug 1950 thru 1952. I am looking for anybody who served with him while he was in E Company and F Company 2nd Battalion 5th Marines. My father remembers names of buddies Barnett, Shuck, Vasquez, Gomes and a Momo. Please email me any and all info so that I can pass this along to my father. thanks Jennifer
Keywords: E Company and F Company 2nd Battalion 5th Marines, yrs 1950-1952,
Entry: 40265
Subject: F CO 2 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR
Jim Seabloom wrote on January 25, 2004
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: looking for information about our fallen family member. I think he came over with the 5th.
CONRAD JACK SEABLOOM F CO 2 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV Marines Date Of Loss 1951-12-07 00:00:00 (1951-12-07 00:00:00) CPL - E4 SERVICE NUMBER: 1119251 MOS: ----- ST PAUL MN Unknown Location Hostile, Died (KIA)
Keywords: looking for information about our fallen family member. I think he came over with the 5th
CONRAD JACK SEABLOOM F CO 2 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV Marines Date Of Loss 1951-12-07 00:00:00 (1951-12-07 00:00:00) CPL - E4 SERVICE NUMBER: 1119251 MOS: ----- ST PAUL MN Unknown Location Hostile, Died (KIA)
Entry: 40264
Subject: F CO 2 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
Jim Seabloom wrote on January 25, 2004
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: -
Comments: CONRAD JACK SEABLOOM
F CO 2 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
Marines
Date Of Loss 1951-12-07 00:00:00
(1951-12-07 00:00:00)
CPL - E4
SERVICE NUMBER: 1119251 MOS: -----
ST PAUL MN
Unknown Location
Hostile, Died (KIA)
Keywords: looking for information about our fallen family member. I think he came over with the 5th
CONRAD JACK SEABLOOM
F CO 2 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
Marines
Date Of Loss 1951-12-07 00:00:00
(1951-12-07 00:00:00)
CPL - E4
SERVICE NUMBER: 1119251 MOS: -----
ST PAUL MN
Unknown Location
Hostile, Died (KIA)
Entry: 38735
Subject: F-2-5
Ron Keeler wrote on November 26, 2003
City and State: CHARLESTON SC
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea
Comments: Trying to find anyone who remembers Francis (Norbie) Holter from Freeport, NY KIA 25 February,1953. I was on a destroyer operating off the Korean east coast when I learned of his death, but not where it happened.
Also seeking info about Robert McAllister, also from Freeport, KIA 27 March, 1953. Not sure of his company, batt, or reg. but could have been the same.
Keywords:
Entry: 38723
Subject: LOOKING FOR E-2-5
John Nolan wrote on November 26, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: TOANO VA
Unit: !ST MAR DIV, 5TH MARINES, 2ND BAT
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who served with me. Semper Fi
Keywords: Served in Korea April 53 thru 54- Panama Canal 1950-52- Cherry Point 1954-57.
Entry: 38702
Subject: WORKING WITH DPMO AND CHOSIN FEW FOR REMAINS RECOVER
Frank Metersky wrote on November 25, 2003
City and State: NEW YORK NY
Unit: 2ND BN 5TH MARINES
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: directly responsible for U.S. and North Korea talks on pow/mia issue in 1996 this can be confirmed by DPMO. Monitor all negotiations between U,S. and North Korea on all issues ,continually in touch with DOD- NSC- STATE DEPT.
Keywords:
Entry: 38677
Subject: D/2/5
Steve Waltner wrote on November 24, 2003
City and State: NARRAGANSETT RI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Father-in-Law Paul F. Crandall was in Dog Company Second Battalion 5th Marines from Sep-Dec 1950. He landed at Inchon and fought with D/2/5 through the Chosin Reservoir where he was WIA on 7 Dec 1950. He also spent time at the Yokosuka Naval Hospital in 1951 recovering. I am Navy LT. Steve Waltner and Dad would like to hear from any one who remembers him or was in Dog, Fox or Easy Companies during that time.
Keywords: PFC Paul F. Crandall, Dog Company Second Battalion 5th Marines, Sep-Dec 1950, Pusan, Inchon, Chosin, WIA 7 Dec 1950, Yokosuka Naval Hospital
Entry: 37886
Subject: SEAKING INFORMATION AND PHOTOS F CO LOVRA
John Lovra wrote on October 29, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: ALIQUIPPA PA
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for information and any pictues of my Uncle Michael Lovra from anyone that served with him. He was killed in action February 25, 1953 in Korea. I was always told that it was on Pork Chop Hill, but have received information that that was not the location. Any information and help is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Keywords: pFC Michael Lovra, Company F, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, KIA February 25, 1953
Entry: 37811
Subject: D/2/5 52
Melvin Roger Matlock wrote on October 26, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: ATLANTA TX
Unit: DOG COMPANY SECOND BATT. 5TH MARINES
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Looking for buddies who served in DOG company. I am a wounded vet who was involved in an ambush on Aug 7th 1952, north of the 38th par. I am looking for anyone who served at that time or anyone who can help me located buddies. Thank you
Keywords: combat near peace talks
Entry: 36883
Subject: HARVEY E. LUICK, PFC W/2/5
Cory Luick wrote on September 12, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: MONTROSE CA
Unit: USS SHENANDOAH (AD-44)
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am looking for anyone who happened to serve with my uncle during the Korean war, U.S. Marines. I know very little about him and what he did. I would love to learn more!
What I know is, he had died during the war from some sort of illness (disease) that was going through his unit. I do have a few pictures of him with his unit (he appeared to enjoy smoking his pipe). I know before he had enlisted in the "corp" he loved to play the saxophone.
Again, I would like the opportunity to know more about him, so that I maybe able to share it with my children some day. I too served in the military, and would be very interested in finding out about his unit, shipmates, etc.
Thank you.
Keywords: UNIT - WPNS CO 2 BN 5 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
Entry: 36579
Subject: 1951-1952, D/2/5
Robert (Brad) Robinson wrote on August 29, 2003
Email Update Needed
City and State: HAYDEN ID
Unit: 1ST PLT, CO. D, 2/5TH MARINES
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Comments: Semper Fi Marines! I saw these names on the BB and as a former member of D/2/5 in Korea I had to respond. I arrived during Operation Killer, was assigned to lst Sqd, 2d plt, under Sgt. James Renshaw. Red bearded Capt. Smith was the CO Cdr, Gy Sgt Fristock was the Comp. Gunny (KIA-7Jun51; Navy Cross ),( my Plt Sgt was named Bauer (I think).There was also a Sgt Beeson We had several small firefights until 22 April when the brown hit the fan on the 2d Chinese Offensive, then the race out of the trap, the return fight through Hwachon Resv, into Inje and the stand down on the Banks of the lovely Soyang-gang. Followed by the attacks into the Punchbowl, Hill 812, (Lukes Castle) the "first ever" heliocopter lift on #882, and 2nd Korean winter. The unending 6x6 ride shift to the West Coast and for me in Aril of '52, I was outtathere! Hope I have rung some bells? Hope to hear from anyone. My good friend Clifford D. Colby who went to Easy Co. when we got off the ship has told me about some great re-unions in E/2/5 and I am kinda envious we don't seem to have a D/2/5 reunion. Colby and I stayed pretty close after Korea, and spent two yrs at Mare Island, CA together. Both of us stayed in for career Marines. Have alson been in contact with Jack Kindig, (Silver Star) my old sqd ldr, and On my second tour in Vietnam, as Captain, I had the profound privilege of becoming the Co Cdr of Co. D., 5th Marines. The structural changes from three company battalions to four moved Co. D into the 1st Bn, but what the hell, Co. D is still Dog Company to me.
Still trying to Find George Overlock, of Bangor, Maine, Goehle, Lonergan, Fisher
Keywords: Ripper, Killer, 2nd Chinese Offensive, Inje, Punchbowl, Lukes Castle, Guerrilla hunts, Move to West Coast
Entry: 36462
Subject: 'CHAZMAN' ADDITIONAL
Frank J. Agnello wrote on August 24, 2003
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: "Chazman"...Pusan, Masan,Pyontaek,Wonju, Seoul, Hill 812,1st helicoptor drop of 224 marines for combat relief, I believe), Stepted on mine, later returned to unit and on up to Yalu River sector. Rotated to States,12/51
Keywords:
Entry: 36450
Subject: 'CHAZMAN' 'E'CO.2ND BATLN. 5REGMT. 1MARINE DIV.
Frank J. Agnello wrote on August 23, 2003
City and State: TX
Unit: A GOOD FRIEND'S UNIT
Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran
Comments: "Chazman" Sgt. Chavez, 12/50-12/51...Assigned to Unit at Masan. Areas of combat...Pusan,Pyontaek, Seoul, Wonju, up to Yalu river I believe. Louis does not remember(or, may not want to remember. I am writing a book for his children and grandchildren; they know nothing about their father, or the Korean War. He finally agreed to let me interview him, but answers are difficult and vague.(I can only imagine what our young people went thru...I'm 73 now, and things do get a bit hazy. The only name he can remember is a "Sergeant Rufalo" he spoke highly of, and another youngter that was Polish, that prayed before each engagement they were in...Louis never forgot that. If you remember him, drop me a note, thanks, Frank (Louis is my daughter's father-in-law.)
Keywords:
Entry: 35842
Subject: E-CO.2ND BAT. 5TH REG.1ST DIV
Frank J. Agnello wrote on July 27, 2003
City and State:
Unit:
Service or Relationship: -
Comments:
Keywords:
Entry: 35625
Subject: JIMMY HAMILTON
Pat Hamilton wrote on July 20, 2003
City and State: ORLANDO FL
Unit: F CO 2 BN 5 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: I am looking for anyone that has information on:
JAMES THOMAS HAMILTON, F CO 2 BN 5 MAR RGT, 1 MAR DIV
or
KENNETH CARROLL HAMILTON, C CO 1 BN 7 MAR RGT, 1 MAR DIV
My two uncles were KIA on Sept. 12 and Sept 17, 1951.
Jimmy received a Silver Star.
I'm trying to find someone that knew either of my uncles in Korea. I want to pass Family History to my four sons.
Pat Hamilton
phamton@cfl.rr.com
Keywords: Hamilton, Amarillo
JAMES THOMAS HAMILTON, F CO 2 BN 5 MAR RGT, 1 MAR DIV
or
KENNETH CARROLL HAMILTON, C CO 1 BN 7 MAR RGT, 1 MAR DIV
Entry: 35424
Subject: LOOKING FOR INFO
Shelley D. Reeder wrote on July 11, 2003
City and State:
Unit: 155TH ENGR DET
Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: I'm putting together a book of all South Dakota Korean War vets that were MIA/KIA/POW in country and would appreciate ANY information that you could provide. If there are any photos, those would be greatly appreciated, also. Cottier, Darrell was KIA 12/7/50, Frank, Dewayne 4/1/53, Jiricek, Williard 11/4/52, Masters, Lawrence 8/17/50 and Murphy, Ronald 3/26/53. Thanks for everything!!
Keywords: D/2/5: Cottier, Frank, Masters and Murphy - Weapons/2/5: Jiricek
Entry: 35351
Subject: 5/2 51-52
Irvin M. Leatherbury wrote on July 7, 2003
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City and State: PHILADELPHIA PA
Unit: 1ST MARINE DIVISION 2 BAT 5TH MARINES
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: 1951 and 1952
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Entry: 34536
Subject: SSGT. FOWLER
Becky Werner wrote on May 31, 2003
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City and State: WI
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Looking for anyone that knows of SSgt. Fowler. He is my grandfather and I am trying to do reasearch on him and his time in the Marines. Please, if anyone knows him email me! Thank you.
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Entry: 34457
Subject: D-2-5 2ND PLATOON
Richard Kettell wrote on May 27, 2003
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City and State: BROOKLYN NY
Unit: D-2-5
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Looking for buddies I served with.
Keywords: Nevada Cities Campaign, Reno, Vegas, Carson
Entry: 34433
Subject: WERE CAN I FIND INFO. ON FOX2/5 50-51
Timothy Lovell wrote on May 26, 2003
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City and State: SHREVEPORT LA
Unit: FOX2/5
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Any info. or were to get info. would be great. My grandfather (GEORGE LEE BRYANT) fought at chosin res. 50-51 fox2/5 1st marines. Any rosters,maps or friends would be great. Also if any one looking for book breakout (chosin res.camp.) by Martin Russ is a great info book . Thanks to all service men. Timothy Goerge lovell
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Entry: 34128
Subject: LOOKING FOR BUDDIES
Jewell Kee wrote on May 12, 2003
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City and State: CERES CA
Unit: E-2-5
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My husband was in E-2-5 during the Korean War. He always had trouble remembering details of anything which happened there. He has many pictures of friends in the Corps taken while he was in Korea. He remembers few names. After the reunion of E-2-5 in San Antonio, Texas in 1994 (I think that was the year) some memories came back. He would love to hear from anyone who remembers him from their time in Korea.
Thanks for any responses. He still has problems with the memories of Korea.
Keywords: William Loyde Kee, served Korea June 1952 to August 1953
Entry: 33358
Subject: FOX 2-5-1 GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
Deborah Jo Kuhns (Harrison) wrote on April 3, 2003
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Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My Daddy, Alex Harrison, served as an MP with Fox 2-5-1. I was born on 5/14/53 while he was serving his country in Korea. Just wanted to say what a great site...maybe I can find some of Daddy's friends. He's retired now, an avid golfer and gardner and the best Dad around! I was stationed at Osan AB from '75-'76 (SSgt in the USAF)...funny thing...we took photos of some of the same places at the 38th. Mine are in color and Daddy's are black and white. God bless all of you!
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Entry: 33059
Subject: D/2/1
Mac-Noland Mortensen wrote on March 25, 2003
City and State: LITTLETON CO
Unit: D CO. 2ND BN 1ST MARINES
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
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Entry: 32473
Subject: INFORMATION APPRECIATED, LEONARD LITTLE
Bernard Little wrote on March 3, 2003
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City and State: LAS VEGAS NV
Unit:
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: Leonard Leslie Little (DOB 4/29/32), my dad who would never talk about the korean war has disclosed he is one of the "Chosin Few", had been trained in demolitians and that is all he would say. I think I can help him talk if I get more information. Can anyone give more information on the involvement of the 5th Marines during the Korean War?
Keywords: 5th Marines, 2nd Batallion, "Chosin Few" "Leonard Lesie Little"
Entry: 32165
Subject: DAUGHTER OF A MARINE
Stephanie Kerr-Chase wrote on February 18, 2003
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Service or Relationship: Interested Person
Comments: This information was found in a Bible written by my father after his death. There was hardly a day that went by that he did not tell his children and any who would listen of the brave men he fought with including the day he died in 1982. I am seeking anyone who remembers him and requesting stories. We miss him even now 20+ years later.
Enlisted in United States Marine Corps Nov 8, 1945
Boot camp-San Diego, Calif
Camp Matthews-Camp Pendleton Nov, Dec. 1945
2nd Mar., @nd Division Sasabo, Japan-Miyakanojo, Nagasaki, Gita 1946
"B" Co 1st BTN 5th Mar Tangku, China-Tientsin-Pieping, Tangshan 1946-47
1st Provisional Marine Brigade Cpl. Guam, Marianas Islands-Honululu, Hawaii 1947-48
San Francisco-Quantico Virginia 22nd Marines 1948
Quantico-Virginia Officers Basic School 1948 Instructor
Bremerton Navy Yard Bremerton, Wash 1948
Bremerton Reinlisted for 2 years 11-1948 to 1950
Married to Dorothy Norma Grabarkewitz 11/25/48
In Elizabeth, Minnesota by her father G. Grabarkewitz
Back to Bremerton Navy Yard-as BrigWarden
Discharged Jan 13, 1950 Reinlisted for 6 yrs USMCR
Moved to Ocean Park Calif and went to work for PPG.(Pittsburgh Plate Glass Co.) Santa Monica
June 1950-Korean War started
Recalled to active duty Nov 6,1950-Camp Pendelton
Shipped out for Korea Jan 1951
Wounded in action March 3, 1951 near Hongsong
With "George" Co. 3rd Batalion 7th Marines 1st Mar Div
Rifle Platoon Guide, 2nd Platoon Squad Leader
Platoon SGT 3rd Platoon-MachineGun Platoon SGT 6-3-7
Pohang, Korea, Hongsong, Chunchon-Tagu
Hwachon Resevoir 38th Parallet and 40 miles or so North
The Punchbowl under General Macarthur, General Ridgeway
Recieved Purple Heart from General Homer Litzendorf
Recieved three Battle Stars for action against Chinese and No. Koreans
Promoted to Staff Sergeant 1951 in Korea
Left Korea Jan 1952 for San Francisco and San Diego
Released from active duty Feb 1952 at San Diego
Discharged for 3rd time 1954
Keywords: Served in China, Japan and Korea where he was wounded.
Entry: 32049
Subject: HENRY DEMASIS - CORPSMAN
Beth DeMasis wrote on February 15, 2003
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City and State: WEIRTON WV
Unit: E-2-5 1ST MARINE DIVISION 1952-53
Service or Relationship: Family Member
Comments: My father was a corpsman in the Korean War 1952-53, E-2-5 1st Marine Division under Col. Walt. My father is STILL having an extremely hard time dealing with his memories.....nightmares, screaming in his sleep, etc. Does anyone happen to remember him? Or did anyone else serve when he did? My father is president of a local Veterans group who is currenly building a Veterans Memorial. My father has just recently begun to talk about his time in the war, so if anyone would like to get in touch with him, PLEASE email me! Thank you all! And GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!
Keywords: Vegas, Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, 1952-53, Corpsman
Entry: 31875
Subject: WPNS/2/5
William E. (Bill) Houghton wrote on February 9, 2003
City and State: LITTLETON CO
Unit: WEAPONS/2/5 MG PLATOON
Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea
Comments: Joined Bridad late August 1959
Made Inchon
Wounde at Seoul
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