Background of unit
provided by: Ray Warner, Memberhsip Chairman
Arrived korea 31 july 1950. attached 25th inf.div.all of august until
breakout pusan perimeter in september. attchd 24th inf div. released
24th, attchd 1st cav div for waegwan,hill 303,crossing of naktong,
spearheaded for 1st cav, returned to 24th div as the 3rd regt.remained
with 24th until jan 1952.
Arom there on at different periods of time would be attached to every
other div in korea.
5th rct returned to zi in 1954.was later deactivated. first and second
Bns are now on active duty. 2nd bn at schofield bks hawaiian islands.
other bn at fort lewis wash.
Ray Warner 77 wiser road
port crane n.y. 13833
(607)693-2557
53 Counter Fire Platoon
If anyone knows the address and/or telephone number of any of the
following persons that served in the 53rd Counterfire Platoon, 5th
Regimental Combat Team in Korea in 1951,52, or 53 I would appreciate
getting an e-mail with the information. I have provided as much
information on the names as I know at this time.
Steward, Arthur
Hamlin, Lloyd Duluth, Minn
Burch, Clarence
Wallace, Delmer E.
Johnson, "Red"
Betz, ?????
Kelly, ?????
Mead, ?????
Smith, Albert
Clement, Jack
Doll, Paul
Cordaro, Joe
Marshall, ?????
Krause, Elmer
Ernhardt, ????? Plt. Sgt.
Pinckert, Erwin Plt. Sgt. Montgomery, AL
Panos, George Detroit, Mich
Gordon, ????? Lt. Plt. Leader Tupalo, MS
Arnold, Peter Lt. Plt. Leader
Bebow, ????? Lt. Plt. Leader
--
Philip (Phil) Harbour -
pharbour@mail.freenet.columbus.oh.us
---more---
Thanks very much,Ted, for the suggestion. I was given a good listing of
telephone numbers from another person that had a CD ROM of them. If that
isn't successful, the KWP is another route. The 5th RCT Association has
been searching for all participants of that regiment, not just the 53rd
counterfire platoon, in the Korean War.
Phil,
Philip Harbour, pharbour@freenet.columbus.oh.us
8:36 PM on 4/2/96 more:
Search has gone faily well, Ted. Have located and contacted four members
of our platoon including our platoon leader. The first week in May the
5th RCT is going to have their annual reunion in Louisville, KY on
May 8,9,10, & 11.
Four of us from the 53rd counterfire platoon, again including our
Platoon leader,will be there.
This is the first time anyone of us from the 53rd will attend. Should
have a great time.
Thanks for your help, Phil.
5th Regimental Combat Team - Roster
Sun, 19 Nov 1995
From: OKIEVET@aol.com
Update: 8/17/98 email addrress is not good, need update-ed
Subject: 5th RCT
My uncle, Charles Foster, was a member of the 5th RCT and is
interested in finding members from that unit. He has a formidable
list that is updated each year. He attended the Korean War
Memorial Dedication and found some more members there.
He's at 918-835-2263, 720 N. Irvington, Tulsa,
OK 74115. He may be of help to you and you to him. If there is
anything I can do, please contact me.
Glen Bailey
5th RCT
On Sat, 24 Jan 1998
Updated: Jul 2 1999
Steve Salerno Email addresswrote:
1653 Stowell Dr. Apt # 2
Rochester, NY. 14616.
Phone: 716 225 4399
Comments:
THANKS FOR DOING SUCH A GREAT JOB HELPING NOT ONLY THE MEN WHO SERVED
IN THE KOREAN WAR BUT ESPECIALY THE FAMILIES WHO ARE LEFT WITH
UNANSWERED QUESTIONS ABOUT THEIR MISSING LOVED ONES! KEEP UP THE
GOOD WORK.
I WAS CAPTURED APRIL 23,1951 BY THE NORTH KOREANS AND THE CHINESE
AND I WAS RELEASED AUGUST 15,1953 .IT WAS A VERY BLESSED DAY FOR ME
NOT ONLY BEING RELEASED BUT IT WAS ON THE SAME DATE OUR BLESSED
MOTHER ASSENDED INTO HEAVEN!!!
EX-POW FROM CAMP # 1 NORTH KOREA FROM 4/23/1951 TO 8/15/53
Note: I was also wondering if you could help me with trying to locate
my BIBLE I left in Inchon, Korea. I know it has been many, many years
ago, but it has bothered for so many years that I found it in Korea and
ironically it was left there. I had a diary written in there of alot of
experiences that took place on our march to our prison camp and the
results that took place in the camp. It was in POW camp #1 that i did a
lot of writing in it. The Chinese thought they took all my important
belongings but unknown to them they left me with the most important
belonging of all !!! As we were leaving Inchon for our trip home is
when I noticed it was missing. I'm sure if it is God's Will someone
will send it to me if they still have it.
THANKS AGAIN
STEVE SALERNO
Tank Company July 1950, July 1951
Date: Sun, 13 Aug 1995
Searching for any information regarding 5th Regimental Combat Team:
Korea July 1950 - July 1951.
This Team was sent from Hawaii and arrived in Pusan July 31, 1950 and
went directly to positions on the Masan Front. Have searched the Net,
but have come up empty.
Sincerely,
Leroy Dennis Foster (Sgt. Tank Company, 5th RTC) RA 19 325502
DFLeRoi@aol.com
Leroy D. Foster
12 Greenfield Court
San Anselmo, Calif.
(updated 3/30/97)
Cpl. Desmond Jones
I have a very good friend who's father served in Korea. His name was
Cpl. Desmond Jones, all he has told me is that he was in the 5 th R.C.T.
on or after Aug. 1st 1951.
I am interested in putting together a list of individuals interested in
contacting or being contacted by a fellow vet, to give to Mr. Jones.
I am also interested in getting after action reports on this unit from
Aug 1951 to Aug 1952, for a historical narrative.
I can be contacted at Lwins37953@aol.com
555 Field Artillery
See:
Unit page
5th RCT BBS'r
HI,
Am a Korean War Vet, (5th Regimental Combat Team) but have never met
another one. Have been in the IN_COUNTRY conference for War Vets in
FidoNet for years, but no Korean Vets seem to read the areas.
Am quite interested in this project, but the only access that I have to
the Internet is Email. Have run a BBS for over 18 years in CA, and
have only one computer so dont want to give it up to use on the
Internet.
Bob Johnstone
bob.johnstone@10-25.sasbbs.com
George Company 5th RCT 51-52.
See also:
19th Inf Rgt.
Date: Thu, 23 May 1996
From: Robert Rush
rushr@ix.netcom.com
Subject: looking for William L. Tyler
Hi,
My name is John Rush. I am looking for William L. Tyler of
Mississippi. I believe he was in the 19th Infantry Regiment, but am
sure he was in the 24th Infantry Division in 1951-52.
Any help you can provide would be appreciated. I served with George
Company 5th RCT 51-52.
Thanks
John R. Rush
Louis A Harris- Camp 1 Chungson
See Also:
POW Camps
See Also:
Harris' Diary
From: Benjamin Lynn Richie, Sr. lrichie@netzone.com
Date: Tue, 27 Aug 96
Subject: Looking for fellow POWs
I am looking for any POW who, perhaps was interned with Louis A.
Harris. Louis celebrated his 21st birthday as a POW in 1952.
Louis died in 1991 and I, his only living relative am seeking
information as to inernment location and conditions.
Mrs. G. Richie
----more----recent information
When taken as POW by the North Koreans, PFC Louis A. Harris was a
member of Company A, RTC, 24th Army Division.
Remnants of a recently discovered diary reveal that he was interned
at RED CAMP #1 at Chungson, North Korea.
----from KWP---
Harris, Louis A.
Svc# RA28051568
Brnch Infantry
Rank PV2, E2
Home Arizona
Cas RMC Captured/Interned Returned to Military 8/13/53
CasDt 4/23/51
Unit 5thRCT , attached 24th Inf Div
Bartning
On Fri, 20 Sep 1996
Vincent Bartning vincentb@aol.com wrote:
720 Saratoga Ave #V101
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 246-3701
Comments ...
My cousin, Louis Bartning, died in Korea
HQ 2nd BN
On Sat, 23 Nov 1996
Robert Johnston self-help@juno.com wrote:
1201 W Valencia Ave Ste #68
Fullerton, CA 92633
714-525-1036
Looking for any Veterans of the 5th Regimental Combat Team who
served in Korea. Especially interested in any who may remember me
from Hq 2nd Bn or Easy Co, 2nd Platoon.
My service records in St Louis Record center were destroyed in the
fire there (or so they claim, I've been told some were just damaged, and
they don't want to spend the money to restore them.
D Company
On Thu, 28 Nov 1996
MRS JOYCE A GOGGIN rhqu79b@prodigy.com wrote:
My brother is John M. Ross and served in the war as Sgt. John M. Ross
RA14456185
Co. D, 5th Regimental Combat Team
Korea 1952-53
His current address is
129 Springhollow Road S.W.
Cleveland, TN 37311
423-472-7970
He was awarded medals for the Battle of Outpost Harry where he
fought June 12 &13 1953.
Thank you for him,
Joyce Goggin
1st Bn C Co.
On Tue, 03 Dec 96
I am looking for information on ...or anyone who knows my father...
Joe Frank Bell
5TH RCT attached to 24th division
1st Battalion C company
reply to:jbe153@mail.airmail.net
MIA
On Fri, 20 Dec 96
RAYMOND TRUMAN rptru@worldnet.att.net wrote:
I am looking for information on Gerald P.Pearo service number 16323784 US
Army missing in action in the Korean War. He was from Michigan.
I believe he was listed as missing in action and after the war he was
listed as killed in action. No information was given on where or how he
was killed. No remains were returned.
Thank you for any information you may have to help me find anything.
December 52 - 53
On Sat, 28 Dec 1996
McKinely Smith dec143@crockettnet.com wrote:
132 Pine Grove
Alamo, Tn 38001
901 696 5153
I was in the 5th RCT arrived Korea December 52, served till wars end.
Have all names of people and last known city of people that served
with me. If any of this information is of any use let me know.
Very interested in corresponding with these people.
Harry F. Leathers
On Wed, 29 Jan 1997
dj1@swbell.net wrote:
Would like any information you can find on my uncle. He was KIA on
August 8, 1950. I believe he was in the 5th regiment. Not sure.
I was so glad to find this web site.
Anyone out there that knew my uncle and the circumstances
surrounding his death all information will be greatly appreciated.
He is my father's only brother and he would like some answers
to some long standing questions,thanks
Please send all replies to: dj1@swbell.net
J H Prather
On Wed, 5 Feb 1997 Updated 21 Oct 2010
Email wrote:
Ted
Is there a list of KIA by unit for the Korean War? Would like to
contact anyone with information about KIA from the 5th RTC.
Would appericate any information you might have.
Thank you
J. H. Prather - Korean Veteran (5th RTC)
News wanted
On Sat, 8 Feb 1997 Robert Schmuhl wrote:
P.O. Box 160
Harwood, MD 20776
Telephone: (301) 261-5507
Fax: (301) 261-5522
Interested in any information, news, names from 5th Regimental
Combat Team
Tour Jan - Dec 52
On Fri, 7 Feb 1997
Updated 15 Spt 2000
Curley Kneppcurley.knepp@us.army.mil wrote:
PSC 3 Box 5013
APO 96266
I served with the 5th RCT from Jan through Dec 52.,then came back
for a tour with Co. A, 15th Inf Regt, 3rd Inf Div in 1953 and was on the
front when it all ended.
The last 15 days were every bit as bad as the first 15 but there is
little written about them.
Lt Collette
On Wed, 12 Feb 1997
Roger Collette wrote:
1575 kelly ann drive
west chester, pa 19380
Telephone: (610) 873-7895
J.R. Collette, 2nd Lt, 5th Reg. Comb. Team, kiled in action on 6/7/52.
If anyone has information/details of that day, I would like to hear from
them. Army records are of little help. He was my father, killed prior
to my birth.
To all invloved with the Korean War Memorial: Thank you for your
efforts. The memorial is a great tribute to all who were there.
24 Med TDY
On Tue, 25 Feb 1997
WSSMEAD@aol.com wrote:
Was with Clearing Co.,24th Medical Bt. Went over on TDY with
21st Inf. Rg.
Was also TDY to 5th RCT for a while, also with English Bn.
and then with Clearing Co. supporting 19th and 21st.
Received Combat Medic badge for service with 21st and 5 RCT.
Bill
Clayton Ferroll Creech
On Fri, 14 Mar 97
Tom Creech creech@eugene.convex.com wrote:
I hope you can help me. I've been working on family geneology for
the past few month's and have been very successful in my search.
The only problem I've had is finding out about my uncle that died at
the age of 17 in the korean war. His name is Clayton Feral Creech.
Do you have any idea where I should look to find out some detail's
on his death. And where I might find some of his war buddies?
I found out some detail's on Clayton F. Creech. His tombstone
has his middle name spelled as Friel. He was in the 5th infantry.
He died 14 day's before his 18th birthday on July 12, 1951.
D Company
On Wed, 19 Mar 1997
Updated: 15 May 2001
Floyd Deiwert Email address wrote:
5645N. CR. RD. 500E.
Greensburg, In 47240
(812) 527 2726
OR
1168 E. Meadows Dr.
Greensburg, In 47240
Looking for members of Co.D 5th.R.C.T. in1953.
John S. Westaway
On Tue, 25 Mar 1997
paul westaway hymn43@aol.com wrote:
subject: Request for Info
phone: (603-886-1837)
I am looking for a way to locate some of my fathers buddies that he
was shipped to Korea with.He left out of fort devans in ayer mass.please
let me know how to find them.e-mail me at
Hymn43@ a.o.l .com please
A Company
On Friday, April 4, 1997
Updated: 5/2/98
Bob Phillips m166@deltanet.com
l6551 Tropez
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
phone: 562-592-5190
Looking for family of one of my squad members killed in action, Oct 51.
I have just his surname, CUTTER, he was from Arizona. Four of us were
hit with a mortar shell, he took the worst of it and died at the
battalion aid station a few hours later.
Have been wanting to contact his family for years but have had no
luck. Any help would be appreciated.
1. LOOKING FOR ANYONE IN CO.A, 1ST PLATOON, 5TH REG. COMBAT TEAM.
SUMMER AND FALL OF 1951.
2. Also would like to find a buddy named Sheer. He was from
Philly, like to talk about baseball.
Regards,
Bob Phillips
From KWP:
Fred Cutter from Yuma County, Az.
M Company
On Sun, 06 Apr 1997
The Donald's ajacjdon@mindspring.com wrote:
My father was a Korean War Vet, and extremely proud of it. Unfortunately
he passed away in October 1986. He spoke very little of the specifics
of his service, it wasn't until he passed and wanted to be buried in the
Arneytown Veterans Cemetary in NJ that things came to light,and sparked
my interest. The limited info I have comes from his DD-214.
de Vries, Gerrit L.
Regular Army/Infantry - Specialty Number 3903 - Corporal
Served from Apr 1948 - Apr 1952
"Most Significant Duty assignment" - CO M 5th INF REGT
"Decorations/etc" - Korean Service Medal w/ 3 Bronze Service Stars
CIB SO 175 HQ 5TH INF REGT 24 AUG 50
He was from New Jersey trained etc, in Hawaii went to Korea,returned
to NJ.
I Company 3rd Plt
Jack Murphy Gooal2@aol.com on
Thursday, April 10, 1997
Was a med at the end of Korean war with 5th RCT I company 3rd platoon.
Around the are of Tagu and was later moved to aid station.
F Co 2nd Bn
On Thu, 8 May 1997
Ralph M Foster ttime8102@aol.com wrote:
Boulier Pl #24
Bangor, ME 04401
207-848-0787
datein: May/1952 dateout: April/1953
Would like to hear from members of the 2nd Battalion, F Company, who
served during the winter of 1952-1953. Assigned to the "Iron Triangle",
near the demarcation line.
Was at "Outpost Harry", among others. Involved with the building of the
Maine Korean War Memorial, located at Mt. Hope Cemetary, Bangor, ME.
Laid the paving stones which memorialize some of the local Korean Vets,
including Dick Curless, the "Rice Paddy Ranger", on Armed Forces
Radio.
Dick was laid to rest in this cemetary.
WIA
On Tue, 20 May 1997
William Edwards wrote:
1217 Marlowe Dr.
Macon, GA 31210
Part of 5th regimental combat team. Wounded 2/26/53.
Viet Nam era query
On Fri, 30 May 1997
GLewis5837@aol.com wrote:
Looking for veterans of the 5th Infantry or 5th Regimental Combat Team.
Viet Nam Veterans of the 5th Infantry contact membership chairman:
Gilbert Lewis
50 Cedar Cliff Rd.
Marshall, NC 28753
Phone# (704) 656-8267
E-mail GLewis5837@aol.com
Korean Veterans contact:
E-mail SfcHed@aol.com
2nd BN, Co. F
On Thu, 5 Jun 1997
"John D. Bass" john.d.bass@apc.com wrote:
John D. Bass
2607 Shaddock Road
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205)798-8606
datein: August 51 dateout: June 52
Looking for anyone who may have served with my father,
MSGT William Bass. He died in June 1985, having never really told
his family much about his service in Korea. We also have some
pictures of members of his unit during this period.
Please reply to home address/phone #
HQ Company 1st Bn
On Fri, 13 Jun 1997
Henry Sherman hsherman@cybercomm.net wrote:
47 Linton Close
Freehold, NJ 07728
732-462-3608
Hi: Served from 1952 to 1953 in Hqs company, 1st BN,
5th RCT. Rank of Corporal.I have many slides of company.
Its been many years and I was hoping to find someone
with information about what we did when we were there.
I have forgoten the names but not the faces.
Hank Sherman
hsherman@cybercomm.net
Website
Sgt Leonard A Viscusi
On Sun, 22 Jun 1997
"Louis E. Viscusi" 25993@aol.com wrote:
datein: June 1950 dateout: June 1951
Looking for information about my father,Sgt.Leonard A. Viscusi, #
13198911.
According to letters he gave me he, was in the 5th Regimental Combat
Team on October 19, 1950.
On this date, he sent a letter home from North Korea, Sinaryu area. He
was born in Camden N.J. in 1927. Grew up in Philadelphia. Anyone who
served with him during this time please email me. he never discussed his
time in Korea with his family. We want to know what happened.
Baker Co, 1st Bn
On Tue, 8 Jul 1997
Updated 11 Aug 2001
From the KWP: Tom passed away July 25, 2001
Thomas Radke wrote:
P.O. Box 6996
San Diego, CA 92166
[619] 226-3189
HILL 1234
I would like to hear from anyone who served in the 5th Reg. Combat
Team between late 1951 and early 1953. I served in Baker Co,
1st Bn during this period.
Most of this duty was spent on or about the NE rim of the Punch Bowl.
I would have inquired earlier, but only recently learned of the Korean
War Project.
Ed note: Tom is from Bardoo, Wisc, home of the Ringling Bros. He was
a Corporal and Squad leader, rifleman on the line.
NOTE: also looking for detailed information on WV Barfield, KIA
Sponsor of the Korean War Project
Douglas W. Prestage
On Mon, 28 Jul 1997
Cindy Sherrill wrote:
Visalia, Ca
Looking for anyone who knew Douglas W. Prestage from Tulare County. He
was my uncle and was listed as an MIA, then listed as died while
missing, hostile on 06/20/1952.
C Company
On Tue, 9 Sep 1997
Glenn Wells E-mail wrote:
My Father (George E. Wells) recently passed away (9-1-97) and with him
he took a lot of Korean War history with him. He did not discuss any of
his experiences with our family.
We found out after his death that he had received two bronze stars while
in Korea (Aug 1950 - Aug 1953). He was in Company C, 5th Regiment
Combat Team. He did share with a close friend that he was involved with
some type of prison uprising at Kobe (not sure of the spelling).
I would like to know where I can find more information regarding my
father's service in Korea. Also, our family would like to donate monies
from the funeral memorial to the Korean War Vetrans Memorial. Please
let me know what your status and needs are concerning the memorial.
Thank You,
Glenn Wells
Tank Company
On Thu, 9 Oct 1997
John Albright E-mail wrote:
1299 ponderosa drive
petaluma, ca 94954
707-762-6708
good work. I'm a 5th RCT vet, Tank Co 1951-1952.
Surbeck
On Sat, 18 Oct 1997
Glen Surbeck E-mail wrote:
14 W. Oak
Mascoutah, IL 65528
618-566-7614
Interested in the 5th RCT, mainly becaused my brother served with this
unit from the first days of Korea until wounded.
John Starkey KIA
On Thu, 13 Nov 1997
Randy Jarvis E-mail wrote:
2522 Victoria Dr
Allison Park, PA 15101
Telephone: 412-487-7176
I had a cousin who was killed in Korea, 1950; he received the
Distinguished Service Cross; posthoumously of course.
His name was John "Sonny" Starkey. I'm not sure what outfit he was
with but I know he came into the war from Hawaii.
Just thought you might be interested.
D. L. Mann
On Thu, 20 Nov 1997
D L Mann E-mail wrote:
i am new on line. was with 5th rct , 25th, 1st cav, and 24th on
pusan perimeter on on almost to yalu. wounded several times, once to
japan, aid stations several times, then final time near china.
hospital in tokyo and valley forge pa for two years. dis. retirement
100%.
i was a rifleman, squad leader, platoon sgt. in the 1st platoon, k co.
5th rct. we were near masan on the 'pusan perimeter' in aug and sept
50. then on to n korea. the 5th was attached to the 25th div on the
perimeter...then were days with the 1st cav during the breakout near
teague and weagwam etc. then the 24th div. later, the 5th served with
most major outfits.
the army called the rct's bastard regiments because they were sent all
over when needed. i belong to the 5th rct assn, the 24th div assn, and
were are also eligible for the 25th and 1st. cav.
the 5th came on ship from hawaii....one ship was the gen mann. looking
to find anyone.
D L Mann
1950 to 1951
On Thu, 27 Nov 1997
G. C. "Dick" Ragland E-mail wrote:
1510 E. Marshal Ave.
Longview, TX 75601
Telephone: (903) 753-5261
Fax: (903) 757-8616
Want to hear from someone or hear about George Co., 5th Reg.
Combat Team 1950-51.
Andy Hill
On Fri, 12 Dec 1997
Ambrose "Andy" Hill E-mail wrote:
100 Melick Street
Mt Vernon, Oh 43050
Was station with the 7th Div, 17 & 32 & 31 Regt 1948. The 7th went to
Japan what was left started the 5th R C T.
Departed Korea in 1949 for Aloha, Hawaii with the 5th RCT until the
POLICE ACTION started, returned to Korea July 1950. Departed Korea with
the first group returning to the states in 1951.
Attached 25th Div
On Sat, 22 Nov 1997
Eugene King E-mail wrote:
1472 Southwood Drive
Lima, OH 45805
419-228-3783
When I was looking for a person yesterday I happen to come upon your
page, as it turned out my father was coming up that afternoon and he
went through some of it. He served in Korea from June 1952 till Jan.
1953 in the 5th inf. He was in fox Company at punchbowl.
He has been to varios reunions and has enjoyed them. I am glad you had
this page so my dad and I could go through it togather.
Russell L. McCall
On Tue, 2 Dec 1997
Rick McCall rickm@tfs.net wrote:
phone: 913.651.8165
My name is Rick McCall. I'm a retired Sergeant Major. The reason I'm
sending this is I'm looking for more information on my dad,
Russell L. McCall.
He died on active duty as a Sergeant Major (combat engineers) in 1972.
He shipped out to Korea from Hawaii in June 1950 as a combat engineer,
Sgt 1/C. My mom, brother and I went back to Florida. Dad didn't talk
about his time in Korea at all.
After he died Mom said he had seen a lot of action that had affected him
pretty severely. Before he died Dad had been in World War II, Korea,
and Vietnam. I understand that he received a purple heart from a North
Korean 12.7-mm (.50 cal) wound in his leg and also a Silver Star.
I have not been able to find any documentation on much of anything.
Prior to his death all of his personal files were destroyed in a fire.
If you didn't know my dad, I would appreciate any historical data you
may have about the 5th RCT. I know absolutely nothing about it-how it
was organized or anything. I assume my Dad was in a combat engineer
element.
I appreciate any help you can give me.
Regards,
Rick McCall
(913) 651-8165
M Company
On Wed, 7 Jan 1998
"Gerald (Jerry) Folkman" 49erfan@volcano wrote:
700 Nuner Drive
Ione, CA 95640
phone: 209-274-4045
datein: May l951 dateout: May 1953
75 recoiless rifle platoon, M-co, 3rd, Battalion. arrived
in Korea May of 52. 5th R.C.T. was in a rest area. In june
we went on line at The Punch Bowl. Spent 4 months on line
in one stretch.
G Company
On Thu, 22 Jan 1998
Sandy Smith sandy47@gte.net wrote:
phone: 888-216-9590 ANYTIME
fax: 806-495-4386
I am looking for information on my uncle. He was listed MIA then he
was reported KIA. His name was Billy James Odom, Co. G 2nd Btn 5RCT.
I know that he was at one of the hills on the front lines, my
Grandmother really never knew all of the details, he went missing Jan.
27-52, and his remains was shipped home in Aug. of 52. He was from
Post, Tx. 22 yrs. old, If anyone remembers Uncle Bill Please tell me
some stories about him, and if possible how he died.
I never knew him, but my Grandmother kept his memory alive so I felt as
tho I always knew him and she also shared her love and concern for
many other soldiers. Thank you for any help.
You can call me anytime..
Sandy Smith
KIA Spt 15, 1950
On Tue, 30 Dec 1997
Steve Tordoff Email address wrote:
I have a great uncle who died in the Korean War. His name was Phelis or
Felix Montoya. I'm not sure if Felix Montoya of Minturn, CO is the same
person, but his gravestone indicates that he was killed on 9-17-50 as a
PFC, 5 Infantry Regiment Korea.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Andrea
tordoff@humboldt1.com
Sgt. Bobby Van Combs
From: "JUNE" Email address
Subject: , U.S. army MIA korean war
Date: Tue, 30 Dec 1997
holly combs
1981 S Charleston Rd
Jamestown, OH 45335
dear gentlemen:
my father is bobby van's brother. bobby died when my dad was 7 yrs
old and over the years most of the information about bobby has been lost
and no one seems to know any information about what happened to him over
there.
most of my father's family are deceased and the siblings left can't
enlighten us with any information. my father wants to know what
happened so very badly(where he disappeared, did anyone witness
anything.
I have a letter that was sent to my grandmother after Uncle Jack's death
from a Chaplain H. Hoffman giving names of very close friends that
served with him. They are: Carl C Hunter of Wilmington N.C. and
Robert Scott.
thank you
holly combs
L Company
On Wed, 21 Jan 1998
Alma M Hutslar Email address wrote:
I was a young bride with a child when my then husband was killed in
Korean June 19, 1953. I knew little of the circomstances sorrounding
his death and only recently discovered information that should have been
mine years ago. On his grave marker it is noted "Co.L 5thRTC" I do not
know what this designation stands for.
The suggestion that you have an Association with this same ID moves me to
inquire more about who you are and what you offer. I have much
appreciated the work of Ted Barker who has been most helpful in my much
delayed search. Kindly let me know what your organization might offer.
Thank you for all you and your group is doing to keep us aware of those
who gave so much during the Korean War.
Very sincerely,
A. Marie Hutslar
lvnamh@juno.com
Personnel
On Tue, 17 Feb 1998
Edward G. Rutherford Email address wrote:
539 Clark Street
Toledo, OH 43605-2272
Telephone: 1-419-691-5649
Fax: 1-419-691-5649
I was a member of the 5th Regimental Combat Team from 15Jun52 thru
15 Jul 53. I was a Personnel Office Management Specialist MOS 3290.
My rank: S/Sgt. I earned CWO in the 325th Finance Disbursing Section,
Toledo, Ohio. I am now the Public Relations' Officer for the Korean War
Veterans' Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter #131. Phone anytime for
information. I
Will be attending the 5th RCT reunion in Missouri.
I was proud to serve my country and the world in being the first front
where Communism was stopped.
G Co
On Tue, 3 Mar 1998
"Shana M. Bland"Email address wrote:
George Co.
datein: 1950 dateout: 1953
Warden Miller "Mike" Bland, is my grandfather. He served in the 5th
Regimental Combat Team, George Company. He served from 1950-1953. I am
wanting to surprise him with maybe a contact with an old friend from
Korea.
I don't know any names but if some one remembers him (he's definately
not someone you would forget) please email me at
Shana.Bland@Citadel.edu
Robert Smith
On Sun, 15 Mar 1998
Russell Smith Email address wrote:
2811 W. 235th St. #4
Torrance, CA 90505
phone: 310-325-0845
fax: Same
datein: 1950 dateout: 1953
My father was a member of the 5th RCT. His name is Robert Smith
(Smitty). He served in Korea from 51-53. He is from Baltimore, MD and
currently living in Las Vegas, NV. If you know of him or wish to
contact him, pls call me at
310-325-0845
or
email RSmith30@aol.com.
L Co
On Sat, 28 Mar 1998
William E. Kast Email address wrote:
214 Oliver Street
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
Telephone: 717-398-4559
Fax: 717-398-3049
Area of Interest: RGT CBT TM
Was in Company L, 5th RCT. Sept. '50 - Oct. '51. Just found this site
today, and will be checking it out.
MIA 4/22/51
On Mon, 15 Jun 1998
Douglas County Museum Email address wrote:
We have a family in Tuscola seeking information about a relative killed
in action in Korea. Would you put it in your system? His name is
Herman Jacobs.
Served with the 5th RCT but declared missing April 22, 1951. Serial
number US55029010. Brothers and sisters want to know more about what
happened.
I have given them the form for the Individual Deceased Personnel files,
and will give you more information when they get the material back from
the government. - Lynnita Sommer, Korean War Veterans National Museum
and Library, Tuscola, IL
Lenny Kravitz
On Wed, 3 Jun 1998
Mitch Libman Email address wrote:
datein: l953 dateout: l955
comments:
I am trying to find any information about a very close friend that was
with the 5th RCT. His name is Lenny Kravitz and he was killed in Korea
on March 7, l951.
I understand he was highly decorated but I haven't heard anything about
him at all. His serial # was 12322776. I would certainly appreciate any
information anyone could send me.
I just recently found this project and now have renewed faith that I
might be able learn something about him.
Thank you for your help.
Quiet Vet
On Sat, 30 May 1998
Ted Woodaz Email address wrote:
Hi my name is Ted Woodaz Jr. My father is Theodore Woodaz Sr. nicknamed
Woody, while in the Korean war in 52-53. He was with the 5RCT HQ Co Hq.
We can't find much information on this unit and He doesn't talk about it
much.
He did attend the Reunion in St; Louis Mo. 2 yrs ago. He met up with
Charles Okie Foster, Don Coop Cooper and Bernie Lang who served with
him.
Dad had a heart attack 2 yrs ago and now is recovering from cancer. He
has never spoken much about his time in the service and doesn't say what
he did. I understand that sometimes you have to deal with things
yourself (I am a 12 year Police veteren and know that some things are
best left buried).
Keep up the good work and God bless you all.
Ted Woodaz Jr.
Frank Pennington
On Sun, 12 Jul 1998
"Herbert H. Rowlette" Email addresswrote:
114 Washington Blvd.
Browns Mills, NJ 08015
phone: 609-893-3149
datein: 1950 dateout: 1951
comments:
My name is Herbert Rowlette, I am currently seeking anyone with
Information about a friend i served with; his name is Frank Pennington.
His last Known address is Hopkinsville Ky. Please e-mail me at this
address or feel free to call at anytime 609-893-3149
SGT Henry Grady Winstead
On Wed, 29 Jul 1998
Gene Winstead Email address wrote:
Hello,
My Father , was KIA in Korea in May 1951. I am
his only son, and due to some reason I grew up not knowing his family.
My mother died in 1956 and I was raised by her family. None of them
knew anything about my fathers family. I located his family some years
ago, but they weren't able to tell me much about his military service.
I requested information from the records department in Mo., but due to a
fire there wasn't much, just a death certificate.
On his grave marker it says he was in the 5th Inf. I know he was a
medic.
How can I go about finding someone that served with him that could tell
me something about him?
Thanks. Marshall E. Winstead
Finding vets
On Tue, 25 Aug 1998
Kona Veterans Center Email address wrote:
My name is Alfredo Tobias, I am in Kailua-Kona and am trying to contact
anyone from the 5th RCT in Korea 1950-51. We were assigned to both the
25th and 24th Divisions. I would like to know of any web pages or names
and addresses of guys who served. Especially Thomas Williams, last I
heard he was living in Maine.
M Company
On Fri, 14 Aug 1998
John Mackey Email address wrote:
1322 W. 19th St.
Hastings, MN 55033
M Company
cas: yes
comments:
My mother-in-law is looking for informantion on her brother, Captain
Kenneth Sutherland. He served in Korea from August 1950 until
March 31, 1951, when he was killed in action.
My mother-in-law is putting together a book about Captain Sutherland for
her family. If there is anyone who knew Captain Sutherland, and could
give me some information about him, please contact me at either of the
following:
E-mail - john.mackey@guidant.com
mail - 1322 W. 19th St.
Hastings, MN 55033
Thank you
John Mackey
M Company
On Wed, 30 Sep 1998
Vinnie Martino Email address wrote:
I am looking for some info on a Company from the Korean War. I served
from 1951-1952 in the 5th Regimental Combat Team Company M and am
trying to locate a few of my fellow soldiers. I need a list of names,
if possible, and i am particulary interested in locating a good friend
Frederico Muriara.
I believe that is the correct spelling of his last name but not entirely
sure. Any help would be immensly appriciated. Please email back with
whatever you have or with info on how i could locate some old buddies.
Thanks
Vinnie Martino
Tribute to Alton G. Sterner
On Wed, 14 Jan 1998
Alma M Hutslar Email addresswrote:
Memorium: Alton G. Sterner was killed in Korea 6/19/53.
I was a very young recent bride with a child just a year old. Alton
saw her only once. At the time of his death I was advised and received
some usual benefits, but never got any specific information about his
death and have always felt that there was more that I would have like to
have.
I doubt that at this time, so many years having past, there would be any
such information available. I was told some years ago that the Army
did not have any information
You might like to know that Alton was buried in the local cemetary in
Rockwood, Penna., with an appropriate marker, and family always
remembers on Memorial Day and other holidays.
The grave is attended well.
Sincerely,
Ms. A. Marie Hutslar
LVNAMH@juno.com
Sponsor of the Korean War Project
D Co
On Wed, 11 Nov 1998
john ross Email address wrote:
Is it possible to get a KIA list for Co D, 5th Rct, for the date
of June 13, 1953?
Sincerely,
John Ross 423\472-7970
From KWP there were 13 men listed as kia on that date unit wide.
