187th RCT C CO, CPL Blair Charles J.

Comments: Looking for any info about my uncle, CPL Charles Blair from Wayne, MI. KIA 7/15/1953, I think at Kumsong. CPL Blair was assigned to 187th Airborne RCT C CO. not sure what PLT. Please contact me if you knew him or have info about that date and C CO. history. The oldest relative, my father was less than a year old when he was killed and both grandparents are deceased so have very little info. I am currently a SGT in the Army and want to learn more about him.

Keywords: Battle of Kumsong River Salient, C CO, Michigan

Korea, Wonju

Comments: Looking for information on what my dad, Cpl. Johnny O. Elledge, did to earn Silver Star. Is there a description or story written of battle of Wonju?

This information came to me by way of newspaper article found by my sister Cindy Elledge.

Keywords: 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment, part of the 11th Airborne Division. Awarded Silver Star for gallantry in action against the enemey near Wonju. Also awarded Purple Heart with one cluster. He has five battle stars earned in Korea.

G CO. MAY OF 1952 THROUGH 12/53

Comments: David, Vice President of the SUN CITY CHAPTER. ARE you my friendCHICO of the 1st Platoon,G CO? Always Sharp? Always an Honer Guard Trooper? Friend of SGT. Palmer?

If not, God Bless You and nice seeing you in the Shimbun.

Arthur G. Hickey G Co. 1st platoon.

Keywords: WE ARE FEW THEY ARE MANY

LOOKING FOR JOHN PATERSON

Comments: Trying to locate John Paterson

Keywords: The Lighting Second

LOCATE MEMBERS OF G CO, 187TH ARCT

Comments: HI Gang. How are you doing?

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Kenneth Gander

Comments: My dad, Ken Gander, was in the 187th RCT, C Company, in Korea, September, 1950 to July 1951, a 57 Recoiless gunner and paratrooper. He would get a kick out of hearing from an old buddy. His squad leader was a Ralph Saenz, he thinks from Phoenix. I myself am proud to be the son of a Korean War vet, and thank all the men who fought The Forgotten War.

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Battle of Kumsong River Salient, July 1953

Comments: I am looking for any information regarding the 187th RCT's role in the Kumsong battle in July 1953. Particularly in regards to Co. H, 2nd Bn. My sister's father was KIA on 15 July. His name was SFC Harry H. Knotts. I am interested in knowing that company's location (Hill designation) and circumstances surrounding his death (if any one knows). I know that the unit was attached to the 2nd ID and was defending the left flank of the line against the Chinese offensive. Any additional information is welcome. Thank you.

Don Kent, Saint Cloud, MN emmacrombie@astound.net

Keywords: battle of Kumsong River Salient July 1953.

forgetting your names

Comments: the days in easy co. were some of my great times in the serves with great bunch guys i ever met. but as time gose on i memory is getting bad. thanks guys mike.

Keywords: looking for anyone who remembers name of the CO. or roster of easy company

Thomas J. Lawless

Comments: Trying to find some of my Father's old army buddies. He trained at Fort Cambell, Ky and winter trained in Leadville, CO. I'm sure he would love to talk to you guys.

Thanks Todd Lawless His son.

Keywords: Anyone know Dad? Thomas J. Lawless, from Haverstraw, NY.

SUPPORT CO, 187TH RCT

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187th D Company

Comments: Looking for anyone who knew my father He was in D company 187th in Korea His Name Clyde Holley from Tennessee.

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Someone Special

Comments: After recently visiting my fathers grave in Bushnell National Cemetary in Florida. I was reminded of how being associated with the 187 RCT unit was an important and proud part of my fathers life. His name was Gene McLoughlin and was from New York. Retired U.S. Army out of FT. Bragg N.C. If anyone has any memories they would like to share concerning him and the 187th please e-mail me at imcl@sbcglobal.net.

With admiration to those who served...

Neal McLoughlin

Keywords: 187 RCT

ANYONE KNOW JAMES 'BUDDY' KELLY 187TH CO 'G'

Comments: Did anyone know my father. He served 187th Co G 1950 - 1951. capt072@aol.com

Keywords: James Kelly

seeking Fred Mock 187th ARCT Korea 1952-53

Comments: My father, Richard Morgan, is looking for Fred Mock, a buddy who served with him in 1951-53 in Japan and Korea.

Thanks for any help.

tim

Keywords: airborne rakkasan 187th ARCT DMZ 11th Division

Comments: he is a good strong man i love u bj love your uncle

Keywords: bj vanmeter josh vanmeter

Seeking Info on JW Tyler

Comments: I'm seeking information on my grandfather JW Tyler. He was a member of the Rakkasans (I have the book by Mr Alexander on my desk) but spoke little of his time in Korea. I understand why, but I would like to know more about his service. I am the first of his grandchildren to follow in his steps and join the military, and he was the reason why. I'm working on building a shadow box for his daughters (my mom and aunts). Any information about him would be greatly appreciated. also, does anyone know where I can get period patches to include in the shadow boxes?

Thanks in advance for your help.

David Carpenter Bolling AFB, DC

Keywords: JW Tyler

Memorial for Sgt. William C. Fonner

Comments: Please paste the below listed URL and leave a note.

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GSsp=46618867&GRid=8840574&pt=William%20Charles%20Fonner&

Thank You and God Bless our Troops.

Keywords: 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team

PFC. Ruiz, Rudolph R. D Co. 187th

Comments: I was given a photo from a friend who knew my grandfather named Tom Rivera a good man in Wyoming. This pidture is all the men who didnt make back to the states to celebrate Christmas in 1948. If you know that you might have spent that time in Japan for X-mas or if you might want a copy or have copies of group photos that I may have please let me know.Take Care all of you. My grandfather was Rudy R. Ruiz was part of the 511th PIR then the 11th and branched off to the 187th D Co., thank you once again. Please email me, and take care.

Sgt. Valentine, Ray J. Sr.

Keywords: Mr. Bill Parsons Ok., Mr. Shmitty Az., Mr. Dale Gibler Hawaii, Mr. Rolando Rodriguez Ca., Mr. Tom Rivera Wyoming.

187 airborne rangers/korean war

Comments: Any info on the 187 Airborne Rangers, blackjacks in the Korean war? Uncle told me of flight to Juno, Alaska then to Kodiak. Plane lost engine repaired plane and moved on to Tokyo, Japan then to Kyusu, Japan.Dropped behind enemy lines. Fought North Koreans and Chinese.Became known as the blackjacks.They wore no patches or rank on uniforms. Later became intergrated with the 1/17. His name Frank (Pancho) Morales.

Keywords: black-jacks. Kyusu?, Japan.

A forgotten valor

Comments: My husband was in a major battle June 14th & 15th 1953 with the 3rd infantry on a hill called "Boomerang." He needs your help in obtaining the award he so rightly deserves. Please check his website at www.robertbarfield.com

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Hog Company 187 RCT

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looking for mia/pow

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looking for dad's army companions

Comments: looking for friends of cecil conrad who fought in korea with the 187th.

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My Grandpa and the 187th

Comments: I am currently working on my masters disertation and I was wanting to find a list of the men who served in the 187th with my Grandfater, Thomas Whittington. I would also like to know how I could get his service records. This is the first time that I have tried an research of this kind so I appreciate all help that I can get.

Zach

Keywords: Thomas Whittington