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| Current Message 1 - November 4, 2007 |
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Entry: 62847
18th Fighter Bomber Wing |
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Jim McLellan wrote on 2007-11-04 20:47:10.0
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| Current Message 2 - September 23, 2007 |
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Entry: 62391
18th Fighter Bomber Wing |
Fighting Cock insignia |
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Travis Birth wrote on 2007-09-23 14:52:51.0
Comments: Looking for infomation on how to obtain the insignia patch for the 18th fighter bomber wing. The insignia is the Fighting Cock and I am trying to find this to give to my father at Christmas due to the fact he has lost his.
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| Current Message 3 - August 20, 2007 |
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Entry: 62028
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FOUND: So Jong Ri Korea 18th Fighter Bomber Wing Orphanage Brass Bowl |
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Scott Smith wrote on 2007-08-20 18:28:59.0
Comments: While antiquing, I found a brass bowl with a lid. The bottom is stamped with the word KOREA and two Korean symbols, the top lid has 4 Korean symbols, a flower, and the Korean flag. Around the top of the lid reads "SO JONG RI KOREA - 18TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING ORPHAN-AGE"
I was wondering if anyone else had one like it, or if maybe these words were made into the lid during or after the war. Any feedback would be great. You can email me at bluravenstudio@yahoo.com. Thank you!
Keywords: 18th, Fighter Bomber, Wing, Orphanage, Korea, Sojong Ri
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| Current Message 4 - June 20, 2006 |
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Entry: 57729
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KIA MIA CAPT. HOWARD SMITH |
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Robert J. Frasco wrote on 2006-06-20 11:17:33.0
Comments: HOWARD EMMERSON SMITH
Air Force
Hostile, Died While Missing (MIA)
Date Of Loss: July 30, 1950
1LT - O2
Service Number: AO947003 MOS: -----
Home of Record: SPOKANE, WA
Place of Loss: Unknown Location
Born: April 16, 1920 Year of Birth: 1920
Caucasian
Korean War Project Key No: 27989
Date Of Final Status: (December 31, 1953)
Keywords: See below. I'M TRYING TO LOCATE HIS LAST UNIT. AND FURTHER DETAILS ABOUT HIM AND HIS FAMILY MEMBERS. HE WAS MY CO AT A SMALL RADAR STATION IN NORTH JAPAN WHEN THE KW STARTED. THANKS TO ANYONE WHO CAN HELP. Bob Frasco
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| Current Message 5 - March 21, 2006 |
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Entry: 56319
18th Fighter Bomber Wing |
Mess hall fire at K 55 |
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K.D. Hawkins wrote on 2006-03-21 14:44:37.0
Comments: I recall a mess hall fire sometime in 1953 at k55 never did know why.
Keywords: Was a munitions maint.type.Young bomb humper
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| Current Message 6 - March 6, 2006 |
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Entry: 56127
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looking for my father |
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jay levine wrote on 2006-03-06 14:48:14.0
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Keywords: My Father was A Capt, I beleive in the USAF ,He flew P-80s and F-86D aircraft in the Korean War his name was Joseph D. Levine can you help me find information on him he later on flew in Laos flying C-46 Commandos for CAT Civil Air Transport .can you help me, He died last year of Cancer at 72 Years of age ,I would like to know some thing about my father. Thank you
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| Current Message 7 - January 25, 2006 |
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Entry: 55398
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K-10 CHINHAE KOREA-1952 |
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PAUL K. Boord wrote on 2006-01-25 15:55:16.0
Comments: Arrived at K-10 in January 1952 and rotated to the states in December 1952. I had the Supply Unit for Aircraft (theF-51 Mustang), clothing, signal, mainte- nance and others. I can remember trading booze for clothing (especially sweaters and wool jackets) for our guys to keep warm. I guess this was called "Scrounge Supply".. Whatever, it took!!!
Keywords: Supply Sergeant for 18th FBS at K-10.
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| Current Message 8 - January 10, 2006 |
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Entry: 55104
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korea K-46 51-52 |
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Harvey Klinger wrote on 2006-01-10 09:23:27.0
Comments: worked side by side with armorers of the 2nd sq.I remember a Jerry Colman of the 2nd sq.We got alone very well.
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| Current Message 9 - November 22, 2005 |
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Entry: 54240
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look for name of p51 pilot |
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mike johnson wrote on 2005-11-22 22:10:59.0
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Keywords: im looking for the name of the pilot who flew the p51 mustang named the deacon
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| Current Message 10 - August 22, 2005 |
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Entry: 52775
18th Fighter Bomber Wing |
18th FBW Aerobatic Team-F-86F's |
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Michael Fox wrote on 2005-08-22 00:00:00.0
Comments: I am an aviation historian working on a book on F-86 aerobatic teams. I am looking to coorespond with anyone who witnessed a quartet of F-86F's based at K-55, Osan from mid 1953 or so thru 1954. Pilots were from the 12th and 67th FBS and performed many times right over the base. Need experiences, information and photos if available.
Keywords: Aviation Historian
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| Current Message 11 - July 7, 2005 |
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Entry: 51913
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Air Vice Marshal John Howe |
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Bob Cossey wrote on 2005-07-07 00:00:00.0
Comments: I am currently working on the autobiography of John Howe who flew with No 2 Squadron SAAF as part of the 18th FBW. He was in Korea June to October 1951.
I am seeking anybody who may have encouneterd John and am also interested in the American perspective on working alongside the South Africans. I appreciate there was a very healthy respect for them - and they for the Americans - but if anyone can add any personal thoughts to that I would be interested to hear from them.
You may be interested to know that John left the SAAF in 1954 to join the Royal Air Force with whom he completed his career as an Air Vice Marshal. He currently lives in Norwich, England.
I am also seeking Ed Rackham who was on the 18th FBW and who John met up with later at RAF Woodbridge in England when he commanded 74 Squadron RAF flying the Lightning. Between them John and Ed instigated the first Tiger Meet which of course has grown into an annual NATO affair and the organisation still thrives today.
I look forward to hearing from anyone who may be able to help.
Keywords: John Howe
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| Current Message 12 - May 28, 2005 |
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Entry: 51141
18th Fighter Bomber Wing |
email |
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harvey klinger wrote on 2005-05-28 00:00:00.0
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| Current Message 13 - May 2, 2005 |
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Entry: 50568
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1st. Lt. Bert White, P-51 Fighter Pilot, Korean War |
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Joe White wrote on 2005-05-02 00:00:00.0
Comments: Seeking information--if anyone remembers 1st. Lt. Bert White, who completed his 100th combat mission on Aug. 29, 1951. He and other Nat'l Guard pilots from Great Falls, Mt., were sent to Pusan in July or Aug. 1950. Bert also served several months with ground troops of the US Army and ROK; he was a forward observer, calling in artillery and air strikes against Communist forces. He did not speak of the war until 1983, then shared with me that he had served with a "whole bunch of heroes"--every man he served with in Korea. Bert passed away in Nov. 1991, and only shortly before his death revealed that he had earned many decorations, among them the DFC for action near Sinanju on Aug. 22, 1951. We have some small Kodak shots of damaged P-51s and some gun camera film of about half his missions. I served as a USAFSS airborne intercept operator in South Korea in 1963. I'm writing a family history. Any info is appreciated. Thanks to the "whole bunch of heroes" who served during the Korean War--and to the thousands of "peace keepers" who have served since.
Keywords: 1st. Lt. Bert White, P51, Pilot, Pusan
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| Current Message 14 - August 26, 2004 |
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Entry: 45436
18th Fighter Bomber Wing |
List of 18th Wing KW Veterans |
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T.D. (TRACY) Connors wrote on 2004-08-26 07:27:10.0
Comments: Truckbusters From Dogpatch: The Combat History of the 18th Fighter-Bomber Wing in the Korean War, 1950-1953 will be published in early 2005. One of its Appendices will be a listing of 18th Wing Veterans of the Korean War era. The list now exceeds 3,000, but will probably increase significantly prior to publication. Veterans of the 18th or their families are welcome to submit names of veterans for inclusion on the list. An email or a written communication will suffice. Please include full name, rank, unit and period of service, if known.
Keywords: 18th Wing KW Veterans
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| Current Message 15 - June 26, 2004 |
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Entry: 44072
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Mechanic 6/53-6/54 |
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George Fennell wrote on 2004-06-26 19:42:37.0
Comments: My duty was Mechanic in the 3/4 ton, crane, wrecker& M-20 Armored car shop.
Keywords: june- 1953 to june- 54 , 18th Mtr Veh Sqdn ,K-55 Osan .
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| Current Message 16 - March 13, 2004 |
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Entry: 41703
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12th fbs k-46 |
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harvey klinger wrote on 2004-03-13 12:18:47.0
Comments: SERVED WITH THE 12TH. AT K-46 FROM SEPT.51 TO JULY 52.ALSO WAS AT O'HARE FIELD SEPT.52 TO APRIL 53.THEN AT KINROSS FIELD MICH.UNTIL MY DISCHARGE ON JAN.31 55.WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANYBODY THAT WAS AT THESE BASES AT THESE TIMES.
Keywords: armament 12th.fbs.
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| Current Message 17 - March 7, 2004 |
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Entry: 41574
18th Fighter Bomber Wing |
cargo plane |
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leon pangburn wrote on 2004-03-07 20:31:14.0
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Keywords: cargo plane shot down durning the korean warname:dekota
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| Current Message 18 - March 2, 2004 |
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Entry: 41436
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DANIEL 'CHAPPIE' JAMES |
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D. Holt wrote on 2004-03-02 00:15:37.0
Comments: Dear Sir I am doing a project for the Tuskegee Airmen Inc. Bay Area Chapter. I am lookin for the markings: side number and serial number of Daniel "Chappie" James aircraft - both the F-51 and the F-80 he used in the Korean War when he was attached to the 18th FBW / 12 FBS. If anyone has information or pictures of his aircraft or any one he used that shows the markings PLEASE contact me at me by e-mail. Thank you for your time and kind reply.
Sincerly Dwayne
Keywords: Tuskegee Airmen, 18th FBW, 12th FBS, F-51, F-80
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| Current Message 19 - February 19, 2004 |
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Entry: 41092
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e-mail update |
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Benjamin Laws wrote on 2004-02-19 21:28:28.0
Comments: My name is Ben Laws I was at K-46 in 1952.I drove a six by number 1602(duce) the name Stroker painted on the hood I lived in the mechanics tent. one of the mechanics used to ride shot gun with me once in a while out on my run to pick up laborers in the morning, and home at night. His name was Gustafson. We didn't go by first names. If your out there buddy I have tons of pictures. One of you in fact.trucker@icehouse.net
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| Current Message 20 - February 18, 2004 |
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Entry: 41004
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Sgt. Eugene B. Waldron |
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Rob Waldron wrote on 2004-02-18 10:44:41.0
Comments: Looking for anyone who may have known my Father. He was in Korea on the third day of the out break. He didn't talk a whole lot about it but I remember he said he was in armour maintenance and worked on P-51 Mustangs. His pilot was Chappie James,which he had a very deep respect for. He had a picture of himself and Chappie,plus some of his other friends but since his death and my mothers I can't find any of the photos.If anyone remembers him I would appreciate any feed back or photos.
Keywords: Chappie James,Armour maintenance P-51,1950-1952 Korea
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| Current Message 21 - February 2, 2004 |
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Entry: 40500
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18th fightr bomber |
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davd kowalchek wrote on 2004-02-02 15:37:05.0
Comments: Hi, my name is David Kowalchek, my dad is Walter E. Kowalchek, he served in Korea 52-54 active in the 18th fghtr Bmbr group. He now resides in Auburn Mass,originaly from Worcester Mass. Iam writing this for several reasons.1ST does anyone have any info in dealing with the V.A.as to benefits and eligability? 2nd any reunions in this area? 3rd I think he would apreciate to hear from any of his fellow A.F.buddies. He is a very proud vet and has extensive photo journals and many stories from the time he served in Korea. In closeing I can only say we as a people need to stand up and demand our vets get the treatment they deserve, Our government that we belive in needs to take a closer look at the vets and their families that have suffered the aftermath of war related trauma. Just thank a vet everday no matter what part he or she played, without there service we as a nation would not be free. thanks d.j.k.
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| Current Message 22 - July 31, 2003 |
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Entry: 35958
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Dogpatch Jan. 52 - Dec. 52 |
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Harold Diamond wrote on 2003-07-31 13:11:14.0
Comments: Arrived at K-10 in Jan. Freezing Cold. First night was spent in tent (the oil stove blew up during the night, soot covered everyone). Assigned to the 18th AIO as payroll and personnel specialist. Lived in quonset near the hospital and gymnasium. Left about mid Dec. and spent next three years at Eglin AFB, FL. Would like to hear from anyone from the 18th AIO.
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| Current Message 23 - June 23, 2003 |
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Entry: 35057
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LOCATE CAPT JOHN'JACK' MULLIN |
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arthur kleiderer wrote on 2003-06-23 15:20:10.0
Comments: I served as base ops officer of k10 and k46 1952. Capt mullin was flying safety officer during the dame time period
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| Current Message 24 - March 6, 2003 |
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Entry: 32529
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looking for buddies USAF 18th Fighter Bomber Wing/Korea 1953 |
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Diane Farnsworth wrote on 2003-03-06 06:39:11.0
Comments: I am a nurse who is trying to contact anyone who may be interested in communicating with a patient of mine who has advansed MS and has a dream to contact anyone who may have served USAF 18th Fighter Bomber Wing in Korea 1953.. His name is Angelo Caputo and is a very proud vetran...wishing to fullfil a dream to contact anyone connected to this time in his life.. thanks to all of you...Diane
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18th Fighter Bomber Wing - Korea
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Wing Association
On Sat, 09 Nov 1996
D.E. 'Bud' Biteman (now Deceased RIP Bud) wrote:
Jon Bal Bolitho, So. Africa, pointed me in your direction. What can I
contribute to your project. I am presently the founder and President
of the 18th Fighter Wing Association, having 440 registered members,
and 2500 names/addresses of former 18th Wing members dating from WWII
thru to Vietnam.
I have written a brief unofficial history of the 18th, which I'll be
glad to mail to you, and have had a series of articles running in
Military Magazine, Sacramento, CA, for the past couple of years,
having to do with my own personal flying experiences in P-51s during
the Korean War.
Sincerely, Bud Biteman
Please note the following:
Locator Assist for 18th fighter bomber wing
D.E. 'Bud' Biteman (now Deceased RIP Bud)
18th Fighter Wing Assoc. President;
maintains an active database of approx. 2200 names and addresses of
former 18th wing veterans, including deceased. he will try to answer
e-mail inquiries concerning specific individuals as time permits.
please provide as much info as known, and limit queries to maximum of
three names.
From: From Jim Biteman (Bud's son) Email address
Sent: Monday, September 23, 2002 3:28 PM
All,
It is with great sorrow that I inform you of the passing of my father
this morning at his home in Bellevue. He died of natural causes.
Would each of you please by any means that you may have, contact all of
my father's dear friends in the 18th FWA and inform them of this.
His first love was my mom, his second was flying. He had a wonderful
and heroic career in the Air Force and was loved and respected by those
who knew him. As a father he was a loving and gentle man. He will be
missed by all who knew him.
Dad has lived and breathed the 18th FWA for many years and was extremely
happy that there was interest in this great organization from others. I
am happy to know that the work and dedication that he has put into this
group has paid such great dividends to so many.
Bud Biteman has finished his final approach and has landed successfully
at the pearly gates. He now can say he has successfully completed the
most important mission known to man...life.
With warm regards,
Jim Biteman
Combined unit Reunion outcome
We're trying to work up a joint reunion in Capetown for Sept (7-13)
'97 of their SAKWVA and our 18th Fighter Wing
Oct 97 follow up:
Our Sept '97 Reunion with the South African Air Force was beyond our
wildest hopes ... the 29 of us were treated more like visiting royalty
than a bunch of Aging, Ancient Aviators... and we revelled in it!
We knew that the South Africans were a hospitable bunch, but had no
idea that they would take us to their bosoms so quickly... we met as
comparative strangers when we climbed off the airplane, but a week
later we were all life-long friends! (and can hardly wait to
go back.....)
I could go into considerable detail ... for your PERSONAL edification,
but it would be much too lengthy for inclusion on your website... all
about SAAF Generals, Lions, Elephants, Zebras and Giraffes... what an
amazing country, and what amazing, friendly people.
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Target info needed
On Fri, 03 Jan 1997 madel madel@vvm.com wrote:
Dear Sirs:
I am trying to identify targets that my dad hit during the Korean
Conflict, Capt. Elmer N. Dunlap. He flew F-51's and F-86's in the
18th Fighter Bomber Wing of the 5th Air Force and saw action in Korea
between December 1925 to May of 1952.
I would appreciate information to help locate in a general sense the
following targets: K-8, K-55, Line Easy, Chodo, Chong Chong,
Double Bend, Holy Land, Sariwon, Boot Bend, Hak Pang, Talchon-ni,
Door Knob, Kiss, Tang Yang, Hafjuy, Anak, Papasan, Ping pong and
Chulmal.
Any help would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to compose a short
publication in memory of my dad.
Sincerely yours,
Elmer Jr
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DogPatch Logo
On Mon, 10 Mar 1997
VETNET arnevet97@webtv.net wrote:
I have been in touch with Bud Biteman about my Pop who was the
Illustrator/Draftsman that designed and painted the Dogpatch Air
Base sign shown on the South African Air Force page.
My father was Ssgt. Gerald "Jerry" Denson and passed away in 1976.
You might like to know that pictures of that sign and my father
painting it were published in 1952 in the New York Daily News and
New York Daily Mirror.
Just a bit about me, I am a Navy Veteran of the Vietnam Era ffrom
1972-78 and work on legislative issues concerning vets and their
dependents.
All the best!!
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