Jim ( James ) Shanahorn

Comments: I am looking for any information that anyone has on my Grandfather. Jim Shanahorn. He was wounded in Korea and passed away in 1987. I have just found out that he was awarded the Purple Heart. If anyone knew my grandfather, please get in contact with me.

Keywords: Jim Shanahorn, James, 3RD Marine Bn, 2nd Tr. Reg. Korea 1952 - 1954

1 ST LT George Guthrie Conyngham

Comments: To the men of the 1St Marine Regt, 2Nd Bn. One of your fine officers passed away on May 10,2008. 1St Lt G. Guthrie Conyngham was 84 years old. He was wounded in central Korea on Sept 14, 1951. His son entered a entry 60426 on 2007-03-22. Anyone from Guthries outfit remembering him would comfort the family with any responses. I have known Guthrie since possibly 1939 also his brother Jack also a Marine officer. Both gentleman of the first line. I was in Korea at the time Guthrie was and learned of his being wounded from my brother a former Marine in the 3Rd Marine Division of Iwo Jima, since passed away. At times in Korea our 3 man 101St Signal Bn radio relay team on some isolated hill would have a squad of Marines as guards--cake walk for them but deep sense of security to us--never enough thanks.

Keywords: United States Marines

RE: Clyde Philip Coates Jr. D/2/1USMC

Comments: Violet: I have from USMC Historical Section Quantico, which after Korea our Col Nihart, BTN CO worked for some time in setting up the section- a CD Rom of the "Historical Diary,September 1951" and other times too, I have copied out parts I wanted to leave my family and antyone who might be interested. I will try to scan and send a copy from my computer, or make an e mailable copy for you of particular pages on Sept 13, 14, 15 mentioning Dog Comapanies push through us to the crest of 749,and counterattacks by NKs on days following.. Would you want that? Not much in details, but may see the terrific fighting he encountered. Hill 749 was end of my 7 years of career Marine- hoping and set to become an Officer!!! I could give you the CD if you wanted?

Keywords: Hill 749 Sept 1951, PunchBowl

Navy Corpsman John McGuire

Comments: Looking for any information on my father-in-law Corpsman John McGuire(from Chicago) who was attached to the 2/1/1. We do not have much information. We do have a newspaper clipping dated 10/9/50 of him and Sgt. Leon Reese in Seoul. The caption states he was wounded shortly after the picture was taken.

Keywords: Seoul, Chosin, 2/1/1, Sgt. Leon Reese

Looking for Landers and Smitty

Comments: My daddy Alvin Earl Landers from Texas is looking for Smitty who served with him in Korea from 50-51. Landers is in Georgia now. Does anyone know my daddy or Smitty? 1st.Marine Div. 2nd. Battalion 7th. 4.2 Mortar Co.

Keywords: 1950-1951; Landers; Smitty

james buddenburg fox co. 2nd platoon 1stmarines 1st division

Comments: seeking anyone who might have known or been friends w/james buddenburg wia 8-19-52 timeframe of battle of bunker hill korea died aboard uss repose 2 weeks later. James dad and all pictures of james in uniform burned up in fire in 1966. james was a machine gunner wounded by morter fire, possibly at the "strongpoint" guarding tank road from north korea. would enjoy hearing from someone who might have known james and will probably never find any pictures but would like to try to find for the family.

Keywords: battle of bunker hill fox co. 2nd plt. 1st marines 1st div.

Corp. William Shurts

Comments: I have a book with the following information on Corporal William Shurts.........

THE SINGING MARINE

Corporal William Shurts, 21 of F. Company, 5th Marine Regiment, was hit by a sniper's bullet on a Korean hill. He died the next day. His inspirational singing brought cheer and courage to the trenches. His comrades described him as the "man who brought God to the front lines!" His favorite song was: "The Old Rugged Cross." How this song enheartened the men in the foxholes! Often, they would join with Corporal Shurts on the chorus. Passing from man to man, William spoke quietly to them of faith in God. "After he talked to us," a comrade wrote, "the dark foiled utterly. But for sinners he has a Gospel.

From the Victorious Life by Charles Trumbull.

Keywords: Corp. William Shurts The singing Marine.

D-2-1 Korea 1952

Comments: Any one serve with me on outpost carson , anyone on raid hill 153 anyone on blocking position Elko or boulder city day armistice was signed.

Keywords: Reno Carson Vegas

weapons plt, E/2/1

Comments: Looking anyone who served with Bob Hartley in Korea, machinegunner attached to 2d plt, E/2/1. Bob is convinced he's the sole survivor of action on unnamed hill. He needs to know he still has buddies out there. I served with E/2/1 in RVN

Keywords: easy Co, weapons

Looking for friends of Leroy Storey-KIA Korea

Comments: Did you know my brother? He loved to play music- he was a "fun guy"-- he was 22 years old when he was killed. He was from Aurora, Indiana.

Keywords: PFC Leroy Storey- 1 Marines- 1Marine Div.-- 1950 KIA at The Chosin Res. Killed Nov. 30 1950

Thanks First Marines

Comments: Thanks First Marines!

You are all heroes!

Keywords: personal

ed moon

Comments: Iam looking for anyone who may have served with my father ed moon he has recently passed away and there are many pictures that he left behind from his days in the marines during the korean war

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Found this photo

Comments: My Father, Sgt Major Edward L. Crippen served in the Marine Corps from November 1941 until 1971. I recently found a number of photos taken in Korea. Possibly in 1953, some at the DMZ. There is one photo of a Sign in front of a tent "The Fighting 1st, Stable Able, included are hill 144, 76,and 82, also the words Cemetary Ridge, Rocket Ridge and Steel's Tunnel Blown up Jan 14, 1953. Can anyone tell me what unit this is? Is there anyone who might remember my late Father? Also found photos of football games, a fuzzy pup and various pics of unidentified Marines, training with various weapons.

Keywords: Fighting First, Stable Able, Football and Pups

Looking for some Marines

Comments: Looking for any Marines that know my grandfather, Raymond Donohue. He was at Outpost Reno March 26/27, 1953. He was in 3rd Platoon. Any information would be appreciated, Thank you.

Keywords: OUTPOST RENO, PURPLE HEART, C/1/5

Looking for fellow marines that served in 2/1 from Apr 1951 to Jan 1962 in D Co, Weapons Do or Hq Co

Comments: I am now retired in a central coastal area of Mexico.

Keywords: I was a Corporal, 0336, assigned first to Weapons Co, and the D Co when they were short, and finally to HqCo as a weapons carrier driver.

Any one that made the Inchon Landing, Sept. 15, 1950

Comments: Looking for any one that enlisted in the Marine Corp. January 23, 1948 - December 1951

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My Dad; George Guthrie

Comments: He was shot through the knee by Chi Com Machine gun while leading an attack on some nameless hill.

His radio man was "Wilson" Jim, crawled out and drug him back under fire... Any other data or memories please share...

PS Dad is still alive and 83 yo now, but very frail...

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Echo Co/2nd bn/1st marines 51-52

Comments: My dad made the landing at blue beach on sept 15th 1950. he was in E/2/1, and was at the chosin reservoir, evacuation of hungnam and other battles. contact me if you want more info.

Aloha

Keywords: Inchon landing, blue beach, chosin, 1st marine division, evacuation of hungnam, operation ripper, operation killer

Widow needs your help

Comments: My Dad was Paul Edward Savage. He's one of the "Chosin Frozen." He passed away a year ago and the VA refuses to continue his benefits for my mom who spent her life taking care of him and is 73. We've got a lawyer who's requested we get some first hand details of what it was like to be in the Chosin, the conditions etc. Also, I have what may seem to be a strange question... Did the marine corp provide cigarettes or anything else to you all as an aid to nervousness or to help keep you alert, etc.? Please contact me at weo2him@yahoo.com with any info you have I'm gathering info for the lawyer in hopes that I can help my mother receive the benefits my dad earned in sacrificing his livelihood in Korea. It may be that this battle with the VA will be of help to other veterans' widows in the future.

Thank you, Susan Savage

Thanks for your help.

Keywords: Paul Edward Savage Sgt. 1st Marine Division Korea

Looking for Marines who served in 1951

Comments: I am looking for Marines who served with 1 Mar Div in September 1951 and fought near the Punchbowl and Soyang River. I am a former Marine who is writing a history of that battle as my Thesis for a Master's degree from the University of North Texas and could use help in the form of interviews or memoirs from veterans who were there. Thanks and Semper Fi

Keywords: Punchbowl, Hill 749, Hill 812, Hill 702, Hill 751, Hill 673, Hill 1052, Hill 980, Hill 854, Hill 602, Hill 680, Yoke Ridge, Kanmubong Ridge, Hill 924, Soyang River, September 1951.

LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNOWS MY GRANDFATHER

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Keywords: Anyone who knows Edward Wysmulek. He is my grandfather. Was on Cape Canso. Also in Korea. Please anyone with info, email me.

Info on Halsey E. Wesley

Comments: I am looking for anyone who knew my father, Halsey E. Wesley (Hike) and (Digger). He was from Canton , MS and served in the Korean War from Aug. 28, 1950 to Sept. 23, 1951. Wounded at Hwachon, Korea on June 2, 1951.

Keywords: Halsey E. (Edward) Wesley "Hike" "Digger" Corresponded after the war with Wm. E. Moore, Jr. and James R. Moore.

Cpl. William Shurts

Comments: I'm looking for anyone who knew my Great Uncle Cpl. William David Shurts sometimes called "The Singing Marine."

He served in Korea and was killed by a sniper on December 14, 1952. I was wondering if anyone had information on his time in Korea and his final days.

Thanks!

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Cpl. William Shurts

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Keywords: I'm looking for anyone who knew my Great Uncle Cpl. William David Shurts sometimes called "The Singing Marine." He served in Korea and was killed by a sniper on December 14, 1952. I was wondering if anyone had information on his time in Korea and his final days. Thanks!

Searching for units Kenneth Corbin served in

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Keywords: I am looking for marines that served with my father in Korean war between 1953-1957. My father is Kenneth Corbin from Phila., PA. My father enlisted in January 1953 and did his basic training at Parris Island. He was in the following divisions: 1st marine division,1st marines,WPNS Co, 2nd Battallion,1st marines, FMF from january 1954 through february 1955.

and Then he joined "G" company, 3rd battallion, 1st marine division, 1st marines in May 1955, designated as a CPL.

My father also was transported on the following ships from San Francisco to Kobe, Japan in January 1955 on the USNS General John Pope T-AP and then onto Inchon, Korea. He also was on the U.S.S. Henrico ( APA-45) in 1954. His last ship was the W.M. Black embarking from Inchon Korea to San Francisco. I would like anyone who knew him to conact me and also if thee are any local chapters or reunions in or around Philadelphia,Pa I would greatly appreciate it. Thank yoy