Florida Chapter of the Rakkasans
On Tue, 3 Nov 1998
Irving Weinsoff Email address wrote:
The Florida Chapter of the Rakkasans will hold its January 1999, meeting
at New Port Richey, Florida, January 21-23, 1999. It is the first
meeting of the new year and it will be a testimonial in honor of a Past
President of the Chapter.
Entertainment will follow the banquet.
On Friday there will be a BBQ. all registrations will be made through
the site chairmen.
1. Lou Catanzaro 813 938 6725
or
2. Don Clasby 813 920 4983.
Chairmen will give you the Hotel name for your reservations. Act early
as this is a heavily attended event.
Irving Weinsoff, President
Illinois Chapter
On Fri, 19 Mar 1999
Earl Burklund Email address wrote:
Our RAKKASAN ( 187 Airborne ) Illinois "Lester Hammond, Jr." Chapter are
holding quarterly meeting tomorrow, 3/20/99 at the Plaza One Hotel in
Rock Island, ILL,
I am editor of our monthly VFW post newsletter and editor of The
Illinois Louse (the quarterly publication of our Military Order Of The
Cooties for state of Illinois)
Keep up the good work. Earl Burklund, K & L Co. 187 Airborne
(1948 - 1952)
Medical Co.
From: tebu@ix.netcom.com (Shirley M. Burton )
Dear Mr. Barker
I am fairly new at this, (computing) but am interested in finding
some of my Husbands old friends from his Korean war days. He was in
the First Airborne Ranger Co. attached to 2nd Inf. Div. in March of
1951 and then in Aug of 51 went to 187th Airborne RCT Medical C. in
Beppu Japan. Back to Korea in 1952 and home in Nov. of 52. His name
is James Burton.
Thanks
Shirley
Company C
From: PMC pmc1944@servtech.com
Subject: looking for brother
I am trying to locate my brother who served in Korea and Viet Nam.
His name is Michael Fortune Collins - RA12376285. He was a paratrooper.
The only unit I have for him is Company C 187 Abn R.T.C., APO 51 c/o
P.M. San Francisco, Calf. He was born May 7, 1933 in NYC and has a son
named Robert Jerome Collins. I think he might have been stationed at
Fort Campbell, Ky. at one time.
Peter M. Collins
pmc1944@aol.com
2nd BN Med Det
On Mon, 11 Nov 1996
"ROBERT L. DAVIS" rdavis@vvm.com wrote:
I am looking for anyone who may have known my father, MSG Willie M.
Davis, RA 34004069, who was killed at Imje, Korea, 2-6-51, while
serving with the MED DET, HQS 2ND BN, 187 RCT.
MSG (RET) Robert L. Davis
rdavis@vvm.com
B Company
On Fri, 25 Oct 1996
James Glanton mgtw80a@prodigy.com wrote:
183 Shelbourne Rd.
Rochester, NY 14620-4532
(716)244-2211
Comments ...
Would like to hear from anyone who left Fort Campbell to go to Korea
from Co.B 187th Reg.Team.
3rd Bat, L Co
On Sat, 30 Nov 1996
Update: email not good we need new contact - ed
John Ivy jivy2.@aol.com wrote:
42 DeMontfort Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94112
AIRBORNE
Need contact with anyone from 187th. airborne,Beppu,Japan.
I was in the 3rd.Bat. L.co. 1952-53.
Let me hear form you ASAP.
11th Airborne/187 Arty
From: RacingTime@aol.com
Date: Fri, 10 Nov 1995
My father served in Korea, 11th Airborne/187 Artillery. I have found a
wealth of information that will help him find lost buddies.
I don't know how to thank you for providing infomation possible to help.
I will be visiting this site frequently.
Thank you very much for your efforts, from both my father and me.
Frank Perri.
Company C
Date: Mon, 26 Feb 1996
From: PMC pmc1944@servtech.com
I am trying to locate my brother who served in Korea and Viet Nam.
His name is Michael Fortune Collins - RA12376285. He was a paratrooper.
The only unit I have for him is Company C 187 Abn R.T.C., APO 51 c/o P.M.
San Francisco, Calf. He was born May 7, 1933 in NYC and has a son named
Robert Jerome Collins. I think he might have been stationed at Fort
Campbell, Ky. at one time.
Peter M. Collins
pmc1944@aol.com
History data wanted
On Fri, 13 Dec 1996
Updated 16 Nov 1999
Rich Witt need good email - editor wrote:
Comments ...
Looking for information from vets & historians on the 187th RCT,
actions and contacts.
1st Bn, Kimpo Campaign
On Sat, 28 Dec 1996
Boomxtwo@aol.com wrote:
Hello,
My father, Charles Gatian - RA15408978, who died (non-service related)
in 1974, served in Korea, Army Airborne.
I don't have much information about his service, other than a newspaper
article that stated:
He left Fort Campbell on 9/1/1950 and arrived in Moji, Japan, 9/22/50.
He was with the 1st Batt., 187th Regimental Combat Team. He was flown
to the Kimpo Air Base, and was in front line participation in the Kimpo
Penisula Campaign. After seven days, the 187th achieved it's objective.
Can anyone provide information regarding his unit & information
regarding the 187th? Thank you.
David Gatian (boomxtwo@aol.com)
Cleveland, Ohio
WIA
On Thu, 9 Jan 1997
Updated 16 Nov 1999 email address needed - editor
wrote:
I am looking for any and all available information on my father
Henry B. Quigley. He served in the Korean War and he was a paratrooper
with the 187th airborne.
He was not killed in the war but he was wounded. I would greatly
appreciate the help.
Thank you
Diane
George Company
On Sun, 12 Jan 1997
Updated 3/01/99
Jack W. Lewis wrote:
P O BOX 0947
SAPULPA, OK 74067-0947
918-367-5851
Looking for information on Lt. Charles Allison, wounded and sent back
to the State, Nov 1950. George Company, 187th Airborne Regimental
Combat Team.
I think this service is great!!! Best to all that served!!!
SFC Jack W. Lewis
More: On Mon, 15 Feb 1999 JRDCABN@aol.com wrote:
I responded directly to the sender concerning Col Coleman and received a
reply statine he would pass the info (address & phone #) to the
interested Korean.
I am passing the information on Col Allison to you for relay since the
respondent has no Email address. Lt. Allison, G Co, 187 made a career
of the Army and retired as a full colonel. He passed away several years
ago.
John Cleland
(thanks John for your assistance - editors)
300th Armoured Field Artillery Bn - 105's
See Also:
300 Armour FAB
On Sun, 15 Dec 1996 GeorgeRomagno
a300afa@lightspeed.net wrote:
Mr. Barker,
My name is George Romagno and I was a member of the above unit. We were
a Wyoming National Guard unit and were attached to the 2nd Infantry div.
Our unit was a Bn. of self propelled 105MM howitzers mounted on the M7
chassis. In World War 2 they were called "Priests". In the latter part
of may of 1951, "A" Btry was sent with other elements inc. the 187th RCT
on task force "Baker" which rode with us into the hell which was
the battle for Inje.
We recieved our first Presidential Unit citation for this and lost some
good men there, I have since contacted the 2nd Div. Assoc. and we are
eligible for membership in it.
For documentation please contact me. There are a lot of units that
never got the recognition they deserve in this "forgotten war."
Thank you,
George Romagno
7201 Luke Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Kenneth Harvey Johnson
On Mon, 20 Jan 1997
tipi tipi@sihope.com wrote:
My father was killed in the line of duty as a Deputy Sheriff in 1958. I
was three years old at the time so I didn't have much chance to know
him. His gravestone says he served in Co H, 187th RCT during the Korean
War and received the Purple Heart.
I have a letter dated March, 1951, which says he was chosen as one of
the outstanding soldiers of the 82nd Airborne Division. He was active
duty from January, 1947 to August, 1952.
His name is: Kenneth Harvey Johnson
Service Number: 16 243 459
Can anyone tell me about his unit or his units actions during the war?
Thank you,
Gerald Johnson
gerald.johnson@sihope.com
William Tafoya
On Sat, 1 Feb 1997
William F. Tafoya jtafoya@cliff.concentric.net wrote:
5040 Knox Ct.
El Paso ,tx 79904
303-604-0568
I'm Looking For Men Who Were With The 187 Rct Company D, just To See
How They Are Doing.
D Co. 1st Battlion
On Tue, 11 Feb 1997
"David B. Hill" dbhill5247@worldnet.att.net wrote:
Mr. Barker,
My father, 1st lt. Chauncey V. Hill (rank in Korea) was the excutive
officer of D Co. 1st Battlion 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team.
The company commander was Jack Shanahan.
Jack, Robert Coleman and David B. Spellman (all my dad's best friends)
were killed in Korea. I have pulled up the KIA records of those three
fine officers. I was named after David Spellman.
My father went on to command H company of the 188th Regiment of the
11th Airborne Div. back at Fort Campbell.
Sincerely,
David B. Hill
K Co
excerpt-----ed:
He doesn't talk about his experience, and he definately has not entered
the computer age. When I told him about your sight, he was interested
however.
He was specifically interested in getting information about some folks
he hasn't seen since those days. If you could be of any assistance it
would be greatly appreciated.
He was a member of "K" Co. and is interested in the fates of the
following men:
Raymond Norton (Squad Leader), Jim Sexton, and Paul Shaw.
My father is CSM Robert S. Taylor (Retired).
Proud Curious Son
Oct 20 1950
On Fri, 23 May 1997
charles fortner littlenip@webtv.net wrote:
Donald thompsen nick name dimage KIA on 20 Oct 1950 in the first combat
jump.
We were there !
On Sun, 25 May 1997
Harland Hagen walhar@nebula.ispace.com wrote:
4516 Eden Woods Circle
Orlando, Fl 32810
(407)294-6408
My old unit, The 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team. We were there
too.
Harland Hagen
POW
On Fri, 20 Jun 1997
"Harold G. Burnett" Rkj@tscnet.com Wrote:
21475 Hwy Dd
Crocker, Mo 65452
(573) 736-5358
Pow From May 1951 To Sep 1953 In Camps: 1,4,mining Camp And Pines
Raul Moreno
On Mon, 23 Jun 1997
"David A. Moreno" moreno91@webtv.net wrote:
phone: (562) 427-3149
Would like any information about my father, Raul Moreno. He was a sgt.
in the 187 Airborne div., I believe. He passed away on May 18, 1976
(non-service related) when I was 7-years-old.
Any information, photos, etc. would be greatly appreciated, as I never
got a chance to know him.
Thank you.
1950
On Thu, 7 Aug 1997
Ronald Kent wrote:
125 Gondola Rd
Mooresville, NC 28115
I was with the 187 ARCT in Korea in early fifty and the site brings back
memorys for me.
Thanks
1953
On Wed, 13 Aug 1997
Michael Terry wrote:
Personal information:
1319 Annandale Road
New Berlin,IL 62670
217-488-3131
187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team-1953
K Company PFC Robert E. Sullivan
K Company Hill 342- Wonju
Regarding my cousin, PFC Robert E. Sullivan RA 111-761-100, "K" Co
of the famous 187th Airborne RCT, who was KIA on 14 February 1951 on
hill 342 at Wonju, Korea.
I would wholeheartedly welcome hearing from any "Rakkasan" who knew or
remembers him. He (Robert E. Sullivan) was from Boston, Ma and assigned
to "K" Co of the famous 187th ARCT.
Incidentally but related, I am proud to say that I am a long time
proud life member within the ranks of the famous and legendary "187th
Airborne R.C.T. Association." Joining, many years ago, in honor of my
first cousin, who I still remember from our youth, and qualifying to
join because way back to 11 January 1957, during my military years, it
was my good fortune somehow to be temporarily assigned (from my own
unit, A Co., 506th Airborne Combat Group, 101st. Airborne Division) to
Bravo Co. of the 187th Airborne Combat Group, during operation
"Jump-Light" jumping with them (the 187th) from C-119 flying boxcars
onto Normandy drop zone at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, and fate-wise it
proved to be, remained "attached" to the 187th for the next eleven days
(and nights).
I don't remember what the circumstances were that caused that temporary
assignment to occur, I was a PFC not an Officer but it happened and it's
recorded in my jump log.
I'm at your service.
Respectfully with friendship,
Stanley T. Philbin E-mail
57mm Recoiless
On Sat, 30 Aug 1997
Donald Boore wrote:
108 Marydell Drive
Westminster,MD 21157-5823
410-848-4107
Fax:410-751-7536
Served in 187th Abn Regt. Combat team as 57mm recoiless rifle gunner and
machine gunner. Awarded Bronze Star for Valor on Hill 342, Wonju, 15 Feb
1951. WIA at Inje, 28 May 1951
Discharged with rank of CPL 10 April 1952.
2nd Bn S-4
On Tue, 7 Oct 1997 MARVIN JOSEPH CHILES MJC187101@webtv.com wrote:
1055 LOGAN ST APT 1406
DENVER, CO 80203-3044
phone: 303-861-3058
datein: 1951 dateout: 1956
2ND BATTALION BEPPU JAPAN HQ & HQ CO SUPPLY THEN BN S-4 ANTI-TANK &
MINE PLATOON SUPPLY: MILITARY POLICE PLATOON SUPPLY:
TO FORT CAMPBELL KY 101ST ABN DIV--426TH ABN QM CO
FIRST KOREAN ENCOUNTER: Koje DO, COL WESTMORELAND PROMOTED TO GENERAL
ON TO OTHER SITES, CANT REALLY RECALL, EXCEPT TEAGU. TO KOREA TWICE.
THERE LAST DAY OF ARMITISE.
UNIT ASSISTED IN REINFORCING THE MLR..ONLY NAME I RECALL PFC PAUL
GOODWIN (ALABAMA)
Dates: 5-6 Dec 1950
On Sun, 2 Nov 1997
Updated: 6/17/98
Fulton Rivers Email address wrote:
16308 Ave C
Channelview,TX 77530
281-725-2783
Interested in 187 Regimental Combat Team information. Particulary
ground combat of 5-6 Dec 1950.
Glad to see the home page, keep up the good work!
WIA
On Mon, 27 Oct 1997
David H Hamilton mrdave@tci.totcon.com wrote:
phone: 904-775-9317
I am looking for Homer Gene Fenner a 187th Korean war vet.Homer
was from Cinciniati Ohio. He went to work for G.E. Jet Engine Div. and
was transfered to Calif.where I lost track of him.
Homer was wounded in Korea and was discharged because of his wounds.
If you have any information as to his where abouts please contact me
Fenner update 1999
From: David Hamilton Email address
To: Fulton Rivers 187th_abn@army.net
Sent: Sunday, November 14, 1999
I posted the message looking for Homer Gene Fenner and did not have any
luck.Later I was able to lacate him using a phone book search on my
computer.I received one inquiry
and gave the informating as to his where abouts.He is alive and well
living in Arazon with his wife.
He can be contacted at:
Homer Gene Fenner
1760 N. 36th Dr.
Showlow AZ 85901
His telephone number is:
520-537-8058
David Hamilton
Clyde Raymond Pettit
On Wed, 1 Oct 1997
Dante Pettit dante@traveller.com wrote:
phone: (205) 353-0728
I would like any information on PFC Clyde Raymond Pettit. He was KIA on
2-12-51.
I would like to any infomation on location and events about his death.
He is my uncle and I and my father would like to know more about him.
Plese send E- mail to dante@traveller.com. Any infomation will be
appreciated.
Thanks,
Dante Pettit.
In Memorium
On Sun, 2 Nov 1997 "John E. Tyler" jtyler@tusc.net wrote:
4401 Lakeside Cove
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35405-4645
(205) 556-2392
fax: (205) 556-0807
datein: 1950 dateout: 1953
Dear Sir,
I did not serve in the 187 but I have just been informed of the death of
James R. Lusk who commanded B/1/187 in July of 1953. He is to be buried
in Monroe, La on Nov 8, 1997. We his classmates of AOCC No 2 in April
1947 mourn his loss as well as all those "Rakkasans" who knew him.
Co. K
On Wed, 12 Nov 1997
Updated 16 Nov 1999 - need good email - editor
"Birdine L. Remaley" wrote:
datein: Jan. 1951 dateout: Dec. 1953
Looking for troopers who made the return Jump in 1953 back to Japan.
Camp Chicamogua. Pardon my spelling. I was in "K" Co.
G Company
On Tue, 18 Nov 1997
Rex L. Jaco E-mail wrote:
1166 W.Point Rd
lawrenceburg, tn 38464
I enjoyed the site.served in korean war with 187RCT in 51-52-53 Co.G
Interview needed !
On Mon, 1 Dec 1997
Shawn Streator E-mail wrote:
Sir,
My name is 2LT Shawn Streator assigned to C CO 1/187 IN
currently stationed in Saudi Arabia. I am conducting research on the
187 RCT actions specifically the Sukchon and Munsan-ni airborne
operations.
Request any assistance you can provide. I am interested in after-action
comments, operations orders, maps, photos, and personal experiences.
I will present the information brief in Feb 98 at Ft. Campbell, KY.
Would also like to have a guest speaker who participated in one or both
of the operations.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
Shawn Streator
Medic
On Sat, 13 Dec 1997
Lloyd George Collins E-mail wrote:
Lloyd George Collins
P.O. Box 368
Elmore, Al 36025
phone: (334) 567-5841
datein: Oct. 20 ,1948 dateout: Oct. 25, 1952
I would like some information on any of my old unit members of the
187th. and the 1st. Ranger Bn. I was a combat medic and I meet a lot of
guys at a lot of places.
E-Mail you send I will get. Thank You for any help you can give me.
Henry C. Munoz
On Sun, 14 Dec 1997
Vincent Munoz wrote:
Spring, TX (no address or email given)
My father Henry C. Munoz lives in Tucson AZ. and served with the 187th
ARCT. He's always been a very proud paratrooper and verteran.
Growing up, he never really talked about his experences in Korea other
than, things he did during jump school, being a member of the All Far
East boxing team while with the 187th, how cold it was in Korea and just
being a paratrooper in general.
As I got older, my father began telling me a little more on his combat
experiences, but never in great detail. I have always been curious as
to what he had gone through but never wanted to bring things up that my
bother him.
I would love for him to be able to talk to others who have shared the
same experiences and emotions I can only imagine he went threw in Korea.
Thanks again for letting me be able to do this for my Dad.
POW
On Mon, 22 Dec 1997
Updated: 9 Nov 2003
Wayne E. Hubener, Sr. Hway32@aol.com wrote:
Street: 420 Hemenway St #450
City: Marlborough
State: MA
ZIP: 01752-6605
Phone: 508-573-1450
I was in Korea 9/50 thru 4/53 combat 11AB,187RCT & 25Div.
taken POW 4/24/51-4/24/53 Camp 1 was the place of honor
Finding: Ascension Guajardo
On Wed, 14 Jan 1998
"N. Cervantez" whale@rma.edu wrote:
RAKKASSAN Company F
I am searching for information on a soldier who served with my dad.
They were army buddies and my dad would like to contact him. My dad
served in the 187th Regiment, 11th Division, Airborne, Company F.
His friend is Ascension Guajardo last known address was Texas. He was
wounded but still alive the last time they saw each other. We would
appreciated any help in locating him.
Proud to serve
On Mon, 12 Jan 1998
Irving Weinsoff Weinsoff@aol.com wrote:
datein: 52 dateout: 56
It was an honor to serve the USA AFTER ALL IT DID FOR ME AND MY
FAMILY. Freedom, liberty, honor, health posterity, education,
prosperity and the best friends a man could have.
I (Ibu) Co., 2nd Bn
On Sat, 10 Jan 1998
"Grant E. Heppenstall" scrooge@conceptsnet.comwrote:
Mill Creek, WA 98012-6502
Ibu Trooper, 2nd Bn, 1953
Have need of members of I (Ibu) Co., 2nd Bn. at Sniper Ridge/Sugar
Loaf during July 1953. Notes, documents and other memorialbilia
recentaly stolen. Trying to reconstruct.
Only name I can remeber is MSGT Casella. Any help out there ?
Thank you
Love Co, 3rd Bn
On Fri, 23 Jan 1998
Update: email not good, we need new contact info - ed
"Cpl. Edward Bottge RA 12314385" BoopieMD@aol.com wrote:
662 Point Phillips Rd
Bath, PA 18014
phone: 837-8691
Love Co. 3rd Bn 187th RCT
datein: Oct. 1950 dateout: Sept. 1951
Looking to get in touch with an Old Buddy, SFC Charles W. Chernult RA
33532904 Go RAKKASAN. If anybody has any information on him, please
forward it to me. Thanks
Donald N Skean
On Fri, 6 Feb 1998
SGT Robert Skean Email address wrote:
520th Maint Co
Box 240 APO AP 96271-0150
I am looking for anyone who knew PVT Donald N Skean, serial
number 13341644, of the 187th RCT. He was KIA 28 May 1951. I
would be very interested in any information pertaining to
him or the actions of his unit at that time.
3rd Bn, L Co
On Sun, 15 Feb 1998
CW3 Sandy Petrochko Email address wrote:
2375 patterson road
woodlawn, tn 37191
phone: 931-920-2733
datein: 1950 dateout: 1953
I'm trying to locate anyone who served with my father, Nick Petrochko,
in the 187 RCT during the Korean War. I believe he was a member of L
Co, 3rd BN. Any information will be helpful.
Suchon Jump
On Sat, 17 Jan 1998
Donald G. Martin Email address wrote:
2691 Blue Willow Ct.
Clarksville, TN 37042
went to Korea with 187th Abn RCT Sept 1950. Co. I. made first combat
jump at Suchon. had enough points to rotate back to states Nov 51.
Served with Mel Strawser, Ashley(kia) worthington and others. hard
to remember names at my age.
1951-52
On Wed, 28 Jan 1998
John Piersol Email address wrote:
106 Wheeler St
Center, TX 75935
Telephone:409 598-7495
Fax: 409 598-4104
Area of Interest: AIRBORNE
Just checking in. Was in Korea, 1951-52-53. 187th AB and 21st CID
MPs. Interested in your project.
Info on uncle
On Fri, 6 Feb 1998
Robert Skean Email address wrote:
520th Maint Co Box 240
APO AP 96271-0150
I am a US soldier here in Korea right now. I had an uncle I will
never know personally that was KIA here in 1951. I have always been
looking for additional information on the order of battle of the
187th RCT for that time.
He was an infantry PVT assigned to that unit when he was KIA. I kind
of feel that I am fulfilling the mission he never accomplished then.
This is my 5th tour here. I have been with 2nd Engr Bn at CP Castle
85-87, 2nd Bn 72nd Armor at CP Casey 89-90, 61st Maint Co at CP Kyle
90-91, A Co 702nd Main Support Bn at CP Nimble 96-97, and now here
at CP Humphreys near Pyongtaek with the 520th Maint Co since 97.
Dwaine E. Fields - KIA
On Fri, 6 Feb 1998
Cletus Fields Email address wrote:
230 North Drive
Mt. Carme, IL 62863
Brother SFC Dwaine E Fields, 11th Airborn , 187,th Combat Team,
killed in action May 27th. 1951. would like to hear from any one
that may have known him, or was stationed with him
K Company
On Wed, 25 Feb 1998
MARK SHEPLER Email address wrote:
PH: 703-912-8350
I am trying to find out if anyone would know of what type mission my
late Uncle was on or may have some knowledge of what his Unit was
involved with during the Korean War. Here are a few particlars:
His Name; PFC Gerald I. Shepler
RA 154 196 62
Unit; K. Co. 187th RCT
Date of recorded death; Nov. 29, 1950
Any info. would be greatly appreciated.
SGT Mark A. Shepler/Honorably Discharged, Army Signal Corp. Aug 1992
Dave Wilcher
On Fri, 27 Feb 1998
Updated Oct 8 2005
Dave Wilcher Email address wrote:
45 hastings place
jackson, tn 38301
Phone: 731 423-1865
I am a korean war vet. served with the 187th rct airborne.
Easy Co / Mike Co
On Fri, 27 Mar 1998
al levy Email address wrote:
3546 UNIVERSITY DR
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
phone: 954-345-5471
datein: 7-50 dateout: 6-53
SERVED IN EASY & MIKE COMPANIES ON THE ABOVE DATES
G Co
On Sun, 29 Mar 1998
Nick Dramis Email address wrote:
8913 Alderson Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95826
phone: 916-363-0588
fax: 916-363-0588
datein: 10/50 dateout: 9/51
I was member of G Company 1st Platoon w/Sgt "Jumpy" Valent. I have
attended most reunions, missing only a few. I was at the reunion in
Colorado Springs.
I am presently Scty-Tres of our Angels Over Hell Chapter in
Northern California. Would like to hear from some of the guys who
don't regularly attend our reunions, or from someone who resides in
Northern California, was a member of the 187th, and wishes
information on our chapter.
Wilson P. Foster KIA
On Wed, 11 Mar 1998
"Michael J. Collins" Email address wrote:
phone: 910-860-9705
I am looking for more detailed information for my uncle. He was
killed on 6 June 51. His name was Wilson P. Foster, svc number
51018768. I am looking for more detailed unit information and
awards if there are any.
Thank you for your time.
Lupe Contreras KIA
On Tue, 14 Apr 1998
Christopher Henry Contreras Email address wrote:
1090 27rd Ave NE
Isanti, MN 55040
phone: 612-444-4119
My grandfather Lupe Contreras served and died in the Korean War,
I was wondering if anyone knew him and could tell me a little
about him. My father doesn't remember him and I never had the
honor of meeting him. Please contact me at any time.
Christopher Contreras
K Co
On Sat, 25 Apr 1998
Harley Richards Email address wrote:
8050 Edison St. NorthEast
Louisville, OH 44641
datein: Jan 3, 1951 dateout: Jan 29, 1954
Interested in finding others from the K Company
Help needed
On Thu, 9 Apr 1998
"C. J. Magro" Email address wrote:
POB 367
Town Creek, AL 35672
phone: (256) 685 3943
datein: 1954 dateout: 1957
"Paratroopers of the fifties " "http://home.hiwaay.net/~magro/abn.html"
Needs authentic accounts of the "Korean Combat Jumps"
If any of you guys made the jumps and/or know anyone who has
"PLEASE" contact us and give us an account of how the jumps
actually were. The weather, condition of DZ, type planes and
parachutes used. Pictures would be great. Scan or send ;
everything will be returned ; AIRBORNE Honor !
We would also need your name, unit, Time served ,day and
approximate time of jump .
This to keep anyone from giving us a fictional account."
Please review our site And decide if you would like to write
a description of the Korean Jumps for our web page .
We have some pictures of the korean Jumps.
C.J. Magro
11th Airborne 1954 to 1957
Paratroopers of the 50's.
Ps, We sincerely hope you the best. Airborne all the way.
C Company
On Sun, 10 May 1998
Al Lucas Email address wrote:
phone: 516 758-6880
My brother is looking members of 187th Airborne Regt. Combat Team
3rd Bat. C-Company (korea) He was in between 1950 and 1954.
Some of the people he is looking for are:
Gasgill
Fonenberg
John Langdon
The spelling may be a little off.
We appreciate your efforts.
Stay Well
Luke and Al Lucas
Bert Bishop
On Fri, 15 May 1998
Bert Wade Bishop Email address wrote:
Rt 1, Box 32
Wetumka, OK 74883
phone: (405) 452-3700
datein: 1950 dateout: 1953
Am looking for information about my father, Bert Bishop who served in
187th RCT and Airborne Rangers in Korea. Was also at POW uprising at
Koje Do. Would greatly appreciate hearing any info about him, and any
one who served with him.
More on Bishop
On Thu, 29 Apr 1999
Melanie Bishop Email address wrote:
I am a poet and daughter of a Wolfhound who served and was wounded in
Korea, Bertram Joseph "Jack" Bishop. I am building a site for poetry by
and about paratroopers and their families. Could you help me get the
word out that I would like to receive submissions from men who served as
well as their wives and/or their children? They can e-mail me at
melaniebishop@worldnet.att.net. Thanks very much.
William C Fonner KIA
On Sun, 24 May 1998
john fonner Email address wrote:
subject: Request for Info
comments:
how can I get KIA data on Sgt William C Fonner 187 ARCT 12 fEB 51
Kenneth Allen - KIA
On Wed, 27 May 1998
Sharon Email address wrote:
I am looking for anyone who might have been with the 187th Airborne, or
knew of someone. My uncle was killed in 1951. His name was Kenneth
Allen.
I really don't know how to look for information; can you help me? My
father is looking up the exact date my uncle was killed. What other
information do I need to go along with; 187th Airborne U.S. Army and
the date of death?
Basic training info: 10th Infant. Div. Co.E86..Fort Raleigh, Kansas.
In Korea: 187th Airborne Reg. Com. Team APO51..have heard he was killed
while securing a vital hill..Kare-ri, North Korea.
Anyone who was there..anyone knowing of someone there..any information
at all welcomed.
Thank you.
Sharon Kitley Email: TeddyBear76@Prodigy.net
A Company
On Sun, 7 Jun 1998
Updated 16 Nov 1999 - need good email - editor
charles l capps wrote:
subject: Request for Info
phone: 1-205-6314226
comments:
would like info about any persons who served in company a[alpha]
187th regimental combat team during korean War
charles l capps
A Co
On Thu, 18 Jun 1998
Nick Dramis Email address wrote:
8913 Alderson Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95826
phone: 916-363-0588
datein: 10/50 dateout: 9/51
comments:
I am seeking anyone who was with A Company, 187, when they went into
Kojedo prision,to quell the prison riots.
Looking For Buddies
On Wed, 29 Jul 1998
"Tracey L. Mohon" Email addresswrote:
3315 Three Forks Church Road
Taylorsville, NC 28681
phone: 828-632-1697
datein: 1950 dateout: 1953
comments:
Am looking for anyone who knew my father. Information I have is he
served with the 187th paratroopers and the 82nd Engineer (pipeline
company) APO59 from 1950 to 1952. Served on the 38th parallell line.
His name is Elbert (Al) H. Teague PFC SUS51114897.
Any information would be great.
C Co
On Thu, 13 Aug 1998
"Ruby G. Beloz" Email address wrote:
Reseda, CA
phone: 818 604-7426
fax: 818 609-0976
datein: 1948 dateout: 1952
cas: no
comments:
I am looking for any one who knew my father during the Korean War. His
name was Roesndo F. Beloz, but he went by the name of Russ! My father
died 10-12-94 in the VA Hospital in Brentwood Ca. I have a letter that
my father wrote to me about the war and the loss of many of his friends.
In his letter he describes what being under fire meant in fox holes with
cold weather and no food for days and the loss of more the 5000 soldiers
in his unit and only 1,200 of his unit came back. If any one served with
my father please reply to rblk@earthlink.net
Thank You.
PS: He was in Company "C" 187th Airborne!
E Co
On Sun, 9 Aug 1998
Rick Gonzales Email address wrote:
2321 Darwin Street
Hayward, CA 94545
phone: (510)782-0730
EZ Company-2nd Battalion
datein: 1952 dateout: 1955
comments:
Hey you guys from the THUNDERING HERD:
Just looking for buddies of my dad's who served within this time period.
If anyone out there would be interested in "talking" with him online or
for real - pls. contact us. We'll put some pictures online next week.
He was stationed at Camp Chikamowa(sorry if spelled wrong),
Baypu, JAPAN
L Co
On Thu, 6 Aug 1998
JAMES H PRICE Email address wrote:
datein: 1950 dateout: 1951
comments:
LOOKING FOR MEMBERS OF L CO. THAT LEFT STATES 1950
K Co
On Thu, 22 Oct 1998
John Fagg Email address wrote:
John Fagg
3083 E. Morris Ave.
Terre Haute, IN 47805
Phone: 812-466-1756
Comments:
I'm looking for a good friend by the name of 1LT Harold Neal. We served
together in K Co He was my Company Commander. My granddaughter found
this site and I think it is wonderful. Thank you for the great effort.
I was in the 187th 3rd Btn K Co. 52' - 54'. We were there and we will
never forget. God Bless you all.
3rd Bn
On Sun, 27 Sep 1998
Billygoat Email addresswrote:
Ted and Hal,
I am now researching and trying to gather some information on K Co.
3rd Bn 187th RCT, especially their involvement in the Wonju area and the
battles around Hill 342, for a friend of mine who was wounded there. I
will be returning to Wonju in January 1999 and plan to try to find some
of the sites where the various units fought.
I travel all around Korea and try to get around to the various battle
sites and monuments. I have a number of photographs of various monuments
that have been built for the UN units that served in Korea during the
War and hope to gather more when I return. I would be happy to try to
gather photos of some of these sites and send to you if you are
interested.
If so you can contact me at jwilliam@larnet1.ria.army.mil.
Thanks again,
Jerry W. Williams
Kenneth Allen
On Wed, 27 May 1998
Sharon Email address wrote:
I am looking for anyone who might have been with the 187th Airborne, or
knew of someone. My uncle was killed in 1951.
His name was Kenneth Allen.
I really don't know how to look for information; can you help me? My
father is looking up the exact date my uncle was killed. What other
information do I need to go along with; 187th Airborne U.S. Army and the
date of death?
Thank you.
Sharon Kitley Email: TeddyBear76@Prodigy.net
G Co Massacre Valley
On Sun, 20 Dec 1998
darin Email address wrote:
my husband died in korea in feb. 12th 1951. he was a master sargeant in
company g, 187th airborne. i am looking for any information reqarding
his company and to hear from anyone that may have know him.
he left from fort campbell august 1950. some men that i remember are al
green, kirsey. philip was head of the track team at fort campbell.
he was killed in massacre valley and recieved the silver star.
please contact me with any information at all
thank you
marie wilkes
902 timberlane unit d
cda, idaho 93815
(208) 765-9557
you may also e-mail my grandson and he will pass the messages on to me.
Darin@micron.net
Tom Flynn
On Tue, 10 Nov 1998
joe flynn Email address wrote:
my dad was a member of the 187th airborne regimental combat team, his
name is Thomas J. Flynn, RA# 32780554, he served from Sept. 20, 1950 at
Inchon landing up until Sept. 1951.
L Company 3rd Bn
On Fri, 25 Dec 1998
Jim Hart Email address wrote:
Dear Hal:
H.B. Hart Jr. was my father. He served with the 187th in Korea during
the war. I never knew much about his tour there but I do know that he
was a company commander. I do not know the company or the Battalion
number. I am wondering if there are any vets out there who served in
his company and if they can shed some light on my father's service.
I finally received some information on H.B. Hart J. He was company
commander of L. Co. of the Third Battalion. He made the combat jump of
1951. So could you please post this information on the search page.
I would like to here from some of the troops from his company.
Thank you,
James P. Hart (e-mail: jbjtjmjs@idir.net)
AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY1
GUY G. HARDMAN
On Fri, 22 Jan 1999
Guy G. Hardman III, MSG Email addresswrote:
106 Knott Circle
Fort Bragg, NC 28307
TELEPHONE: (910)436-1635
FAX:
YOUR UNIT: HQ, USASOC
Casualty Date: 10/20/50
Home: MADISON COUNTY
tate/Territory: GA
Family:
My father was KIA 4 days before I was born. Do not know his exact unit
in the 187th (possibly K Co), but know he was KIA as result of hostile
action at a bridge shortly after he made the 1st combat jump.
I am currently a Master Sergeant serving with Special Operations Command
at Fort Bragg. My oldest son (Guy G. Hardman IV) is a Sergeant
stationed in Alabama. Would greatly appreciate any other information
on my father.
On Fri, 26 Feb 1999
Daniel J. OGara Email address wrote:
My name is Daniel J OGara, my father served with the 187 in Korea. His
name is Harold OGara but was known as Red Cusak, he was from Brooklyn
NY. If you could provide any info at all it would be appreciated.
My E-Mail is DJO282@aol
C/3/187
Sun, 7 Mar 1999
From: Toby Munger Email address
Subject: 187 Th 3 Bat C Co.
Anybody know my father Thomas munger (Toby)
Camp Campbell
On Thu, 4 Mar 1999
Ada Walker sammyd@bright.net wrote:
20544 St. Rt. 23 S.
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Fax: 740-642-4106
Email: sammyd@bright.net
Comments:
We are looking for anyone who servered with James Henry Walker from
Company "F", 511th Airborne Infantry at Camp Campbell, Ky 1950. He is
from Charleston, WVa.
G Co
On Tue, 27 Jul 1999
Margie J McFadden Email address wrote:
It was suggested by John Clelland I contact this site in hopes of
locating anyone who may have known my Uncle.
PFC Olaf P Pulver 187th Airborne Infantry, Company G 1st Platoon
KIA Feb 19th 1951 I'm told by John and Nick that he was called "OLLIE"
I would like to hear from anyone with a story to tell. I want to know
him as the soldier and the man. Anything brief or long.
Thanks for all the help
Margie McFadden
McFaddens@prodigy.net
Koje Riots
On Fri, 15 Jan 1999
doris Email address wrote:
Mr Barker, My husband served with the 187RCT in korea. There was a
picture published of them entering the POW compound behind a tank.
My husband was the point man behind the tank.It was published in the
Collier's encyclopedia yearbook. I would like to know if you have any
idea how i could get a copy of that photo taken May 1952. My husband
often talks of this and i really would love to surprise him with a copy.
Thank you for your time.
doris@ucnsb.net
Hill 342
On Sun, 11 Jul 1999
Billygoat Email address wrote:
I am now stationed in Wonju, Korea with the US Army. I am in search of
battle maps and information concerning K Co. 187th RCT in an around
Hill 342 and the Wonju area. I want to try to locate the area for a
friend of mine (Frank Bowers of Watertown, NY) who was wounded in
action on Hill 342.
I have searched just about every site I can find and every map I can
find with no success. Any assistance you or any one out there will
be greatly appreciated. My e-mail is seoul1@shinbiro.com I would
appreciate any information.
I found where 3/187 was located during 5-11 Feb. 1951 just East of
Wonju, and a little south east of where the Netherlands Monument
is now located. I think that might be the locality, but the map I have
is very vague.
Thanks for all your effort on this site.
Sincerely,
Jerry W. Williams
SFC US Army Retired
Munsan-ni
On Wed, 14 Apr 1999
Bill Parsons wrote:
Stumbled across this site while looking for 187 ARCT site so I thought I
would drop off a message here and what other places I can find.
I am looking for men who were injured in the drop at Munsan-ni and were
airlifted in the old Bell Bubble to a MASH unit near Seoul. There were
several of us in the same tent or ward and on about the third day, a
Col. and some others came around and were giving the injured shots of
sodium pentathol, I guess to check to see if anybody was faking it.
They could't locate any injured as I recall, but after a hefty shot of
pentathol, most of them could have flown on command. Would like to have
some feedback if anyone out there was there and remembers the picture as
I do.
Thanks for providing a forum for us old heads.
Bill Parsons (D Co. 187 ARCT, 1950-1952)
2124 Joe Street
Ponca City, OK 74601
(580) 762-3113
E-mail: huckink@poncacity.net
CIB question
On Fri, 19 Mar 1999
bernard tomaino Email address wrote:
Like to know if any engineer in 187rct was authorized Combat
Infantrymens badge.
Thank You.
James G. Holder
On Sat, 7 Aug 1999
Brad Holder Email address wrote:
I am writting on behalf of my Father James G. Holder who served with the
187th and made the Suchon combat jump. I would like to know if you have
my father as member as I think he maybe, but again he is active in many
of the assoctations in the Tennessee are and some of the outside areas
too..
I know my father would apperciate this.. He has some photos that I can
send to anyone of the 187th 1st Bn A Co and some that were made while in
Camp Campbell and in Japan with the 11th Airborne Div.
Thanking You in Advance,
Brad Holder
C Co
On Sun, 25 Apr 1999
Gilbert Gregg, Jr. Email address wrote:
Street: 800 Brookside Drive
City: Roswell
State/Prov: GA
ZIP: 30076
Country: USA
Phone: 770-992-4728
Fax: 770-992-9203
Email: rakkasan187@mindspring.com
Your Unit: "C" Co, 187th Abn Inf Reg.
Comments:
Great site. Have e-mailed the address to many members of my regiment
just today.
Thanks for the info.
G. Gregg
HQ & HQ Co
On Sun, 4 Apr 1999
KSV Email address wrote:
Looking for Thomas J. Esterline of HQ & HQ Company, 187th ARCT. Last
known whereabouts were Detroit, MI or vicinity.
Served '51-'52 AT& M Platoon. Anyone with any info please contact me at
oldundine@aol.com.
Rakkasan.
KSV
Red Cusak
On Sun, 14 Mar 1999
Dan OGara Email address wrote:
MY father with the 187 in Korea his name is Harold OGara but was known
as Red Cusak. He was a sniper in the unit, and was from Brooklyn NY.
If you can supply me with any info on the Regiment I would appeciate.
Daniel J, OGara
192 Keiber Ct.
S.I.N.Y 10314
F Co
On Fri, 7 May 1999
Updated: 25 Oct 1999
John R. Flanagan Email address wrote:
JOHN R.(BOB) FLANAGAN
5440 AUDRO,DR.
CINCINNATI,O.45247
PHONE (513) 481-6606
Fax: 513 481 6606
Email: BOBBYFLAN@AOL.COM
Your Unit: 187TH R.C.T.A.&7TH INF.DIV.
Comments:
I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM SOME OF THE GUYS FROM THE 187TH "F" CO,
OR FROM THE 7TH INF.DIV. 32 REG 1948-1950
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
Dad's photo
On Wed, 16 Dec 1998
Maico Garcia Email addresswrote:
Dad in Korea 1951 photo attached.
