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Entry: 79548 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	PERSONAL FRIENDS :NICKNAMES
ROBERT L. ABERNATHY JR. wrote on July 6, 2011 CITY AND STATE: CLAYTON DE UNIT: 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Greetings Veterans and family members, my father Tsgt. Robert L. Abernathy, served in the Korean War somewhere between 1951-1953. He passed away back in the early 1990s just thought it would be nice to meet some of the men he served with at Suwon Air base. I was going through an old photo album my mother has and found dozens of pictures taken during his tour in Korea. Keywords:

Entry: 76412 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	SONGS OF THE 8TH FIGHTERS
SHARON OLIVER wrote on October 13, 2010 CITY AND STATE: DENVER CO UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father, Joe Lopez, served as a rear gunner during the late 40's and early 50's in the Korean War. I have his copy of the song book, "Songs of the 8th Fighters." Would anyone like to have it? We lived on Itazuke Air Force Base and I have other pieces of memorabilia from that time for which I would like to find a home. Keywords: Joe Lopez, rear gunner, song book, Itazuke

Entry: 75037 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	VALIANT HOBOS
RICHARD NEER wrote on June 11, 2010 CITY AND STATE: SIDNEY OH UNIT: 8TH FIELD MAINT. SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Anyone who served in 8th FMS from 1950-52.Like to hear from you. Keywords: 8th FMS Engine Shop.Insatlled build up kits on J-33-A35 Engines

Entry: 73029 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	CONTACTS FROM MY KOREA UNIT
ROBERT JENKINS wrote on January 6, 2010 CITY AND STATE: FERNANDINA BEACH FL UNIT: 8TH AIR INSTALLATION SQ SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: none Keywords: none

Entry: 73028 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	CONTACTS FROM MY KOREA UNIT
ROBERT JENKINS wrote on January 6, 2010 CITY AND STATE: FERNANDINA BEACH FL UNIT: 8TH AIR INSTALLATION SQ SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: none Keywords: none

Entry: 70066 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	8TH FBW/TFW-68TH FIS 58'-60' HOBO'S ITAZUKE, OSAN, K-55
MARK ESTES wrote on May 5, 2009 CITY AND STATE: TUCSON AZ UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My Father TSGT William R. (Ted) Estes (ret) USAF 74' is in search of lost buddies he served with at Itazuke AB when he was a supply spec. He is also looking for a patch on a jacket that he won at a base fast pitch softball championship. This patch was silver/black bearing the image of a hobo with a cigar hanging out of his mouth. I am looking to find out where k-55 was. any one know any thing about Reany Force? Keywords: Looking for info on reconnect with lost friends, lost items and info on missions.

Entry: 69605 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	PEOPLE WHO KNEW 1LT WILLIAM WILBUR TOOPS
JAMES ROBBINS wrote on March 23, 2009 CITY AND STATE: MARKLEVILLE IN UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Would like to hear from people who knew and flew with him. We grew up together, went to Purde University together and naturally very good friends. Would appreciate any information about him. Jim Robbins Keywords: 1stLt William Wilbur Toops AO1911692, missing in action june 16, !952.

Entry: 68115 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LT BRUCE FERGUSON
SCOTT FERGUSON wrote on December 1, 2008 CITY AND STATE: HOOVER AL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Looking for any one who served with my father, lt/Capt Bruce Ferguson who flew F-80s and F-86s with the 8th during the war. I have a stack of old photos that some may be interested in. I am going to try and post them somewhere where they can be identified. Keywords:

Entry: 61511 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	SEEKING FOLKS THAT SERVED AT SUWON K-13 DURING THE WAR.
TOM DUNCAN JR. wrote on July 4, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Seeking anyone who served with my Dad S/SGT Tom Duncan during the Korean War at Suwon K-13. He was mentioned the 8th Fighter Bomber Squadron and specifically the name HOBO squadron. Thanks Keywords: K-13, 8th Fighter Bomber, Maintenance, Refuel, Hobo, Suwon, Duncan

Entry: 58929 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	INFORMATION
JIM PITCHFORD wrote on September 17, 2006 CITY AND STATE: BATON ROUGE LA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Keywords: John Pitchford listed on program is Retired AF Col residing in Natchez, MS. During VN War was Wild Weasel Pilot shot down 12/20/65 returned Feb 1973

Entry: 56636 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	ITAZUKE 8TH MAINT SQDN 48-49-50
GLEN HAM wrote on April 12, 2006 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 8TH MAINT SQDN , 8TH FB WING ,ITAZUKE SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Would like to hear from anyone that served with me in the 8th Maint and/or the Parachute Shop Keywords: Jesse Taylor , Charley Edens ,Richard Vining , Bob Johnston

Entry: 56237 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	THANK YOU!
CARL ALSTON wrote on March 14, 2006 CITY AND STATE: COMMERCE CITY CO UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: I just wanted to say thank you for those of you that knew my Father (Capt. Gilbert C. Alston). I know that he is flying with your comrads in arms now. All of you really meant alot to him. Thank you again, Sincerly, Carl B. Alston Keywords:

Entry: 55915 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	1952 PHOTO ALBUM KOREA 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING
KEITH TOWER SR. wrote on February 22, 2006 CITY AND STATE: OAKLAND CA UNIT: NONE SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Dear Veterans One of you may be interested that tonight on Ebay I listed a photo album for the 8th Fighter Bomber Wing in Korea in 1952. Approx 125 black and wing snapshot photographs and two colorful menus listed officers and meals for Christmas and Thanksgiving. You will be able to search for it after 7pm Pacific time todnight, February 22nd and it is a 7 day auction. If you have questions you can email me at tower@ucbears.com. Regards, Keith Tower Keywords:

Entry: 55724 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LOOKING FOR JAMES E BOND FROM CALIF.
LONNY LIVINGSTON wrote on February 13, 2006 CITY AND STATE: TAMPA FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: OTHER Comments: Searching for USAF Lt. Col. James E. Bond from Salinas CA or his son, James E. Bond served in the USMC in Vietnam '65-'68 in 3rd Mar Div, 1st Amtracs. Several of James Bond Jr's brothers searching for James or the Bond family for annual reunions. Keywords: James E. Bond USAF Lt. Col AND his son James E. Bond USMC Vietnam Veteran Quang Tri Provence, Con Thien and mouth of Cua Viet. Semper Fi.

Entry: 53141 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LOOKING FOR MCFARLAND - 1950
CHARLES HAMILTON wrote on September 14, 2005 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I'm looking for any record of my grandfather with the last name McFarland. He was stationed at Ashiya Air Base Japan from mid 1949 to mid 1950. I don't know his first name and my grandmother, a Japanese national is now deceased. Stories are that he worked as a medic or at the pharmacy and that he was partial Cherokee. Any help at all is appreciated, we've been looking for any reference or even a first name for a long time. Thanks much, -Charles Keywords: 8th Fighter Wing, Ashiya, Japan, Korea, Pharmacy

Entry: 52435 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	WILLIAM A. GRUSY
TRACY ROBERTS wrote on August 3, 2005 CITY AND STATE: COLORADO SPRINGS CO UNIT: 21 DS, 21 MDG SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Hello. I am a family member, but also an active duty Air Force member. My grandfather William A. Grusy or Bill (still alive) was in the 80th Fighter Squadron, 8th Fighter Wing in Korea in 1952. I don't know his rank at that time, but if anyone flew with him or knows him from any other station, I would love to hear from you. Email or call, whichever is easier. Thank you very very much!!! Keywords: Bill Grusy, 8th Fighter Wing, 80 Fighter Squadron, Korea, 1952, fighter pilot

Entry: 52266 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING REFUELING
JACK HERZIG wrote on July 26, 2005 CITY AND STATE: LAKE CITY MN UNIT: 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: My Dad is looking for buddies that were stationed in Korea with the 8th Fighter Bomber Wing from July '52 -July '53. He was in refueling; mostly at the south end of the flightline. He said they refueled F80's and F86's. He would love to hear from any of the fellows. Keywords: Refueling

Entry: 51842 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	1ST LT JOHN SOUTHERLAND
RAY DAVIDSON wrote on July 4, 2005 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN Comments: I am looking for the pilots or information on a 4 plane close air support strike on Jun 6, 1953, Southernland was #2 on the flight. He was reported as "alive on the ground", MIA. Keywords: John Edward Southerland

Entry: 50138 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	ANYONE OUT THERE?
HORACE CLARK wrote on April 12, 2005 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 8TH MTR. VEHICLE SQDN. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Keywords: Served in A/C refueling 8/51-7/52, mostly in 35th FBS, later as dispatcher. My best friend from Korea, Ralph W. Jacobs (Jake) passed away several years ago. Wish I had kept up with others. 19 year olds aren't too sharp, sometimes.

Entry: 40081 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	BASE FLIGHT,SUWAN ,KOREA 1952-1953
BRUNO MASDEA wrote on January 19, 2004 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: We would pull all of our major inspections on our aircrafts at Itazuki Air Base,Japan. I was a flight Engineer on the C47s. Thanks, Bruno Masdea Keywords: I was stationed at Suwan,Korea 1952-1953.We were assigned to BASE FLIGHT. WE had 3 C47s and 3 T-6s.WE would fly supplies to and from Japan.

Entry: 39625 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	SEARCH FOR OLD FRIENDS
DAVID BUCK wrote on January 1, 2004 CITY AND STATE: LAKEWOOD WA UNIT: 8TH FBW KOREA MEDICAL GROUP SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 38537 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	F-86 DVD
JONATHAN STRICKLAND wrote on November 21, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I'm putting together a DVD documentary on the Sabre and need to interview pilots and other personnel associated with the 8th FBW in 1953. Please contact me and I will interview you over the phone. Keywords: F-86, Sabre, 8th FBW

Entry: 37780 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	KOREA VETERAN HQ SQDN
JAMES A. HOLLEY wrote on October 25, 2003 CITY AND STATE: LUFKIN TX UNIT: HQ SQ, 8TH FTR BMB WG SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Stationed 8th Fighter Bomber Wing, K-13, Suwon, Korea from October 1951 to October 1952. Most of the time was NCOIC, Labor Office. Boss was Capt John Hill and Major Beatty Keywords:

Entry: 37281 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	ITAZUKE '49-50, KOREA '50-51
JIM FLIEGE wrote on October 1, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Would enjoy hearing from any of you good people who USAF'd with me during those unforgettable days. Keywords: 8th Maint. Squad. Itazuke '49-50. Forward air control unit in Korea Oct'50- Sept.'51.

Entry: 37072 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	8TH TAC FTR SQDN. ITAZUKE AIR BASE JAPAN
LARRY SRNKA wrote on September 21, 2003 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: LOOKING FOR ANYONE THAT WAS AT ITAZUKE AIR BASE FROM 1958 TO 1960 AND WAS WITH THE 6308TH. A and E MAINT. SQDN. I BELIEVE IT WAS 1959 OR 1960 THAT IT WAS CHANGED TO THE 8TH A and E MAINT.SQDN. Keywords:

Entry: 35101 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQUADRON OR 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING REUNIONS
FREDERIC J. (FRED) DE GANNA wrote on June 26, 2003 CITY AND STATE: ROCKLIN CA UNIT: 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Interested in any upcomimg reunions or anybody in the 36th from 1952 through 1953. Keywords: F-80 #866 and F-86 #397

Entry: 32604 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LOOKING FOR FRIENDS FROM KOREA
ROBERT G. HREHA wrote on March 8, 2003 CITY AND STATE: LAKE WALES FL UNIT: 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQD. JAPAN AND KOREA SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: LOOKING FOR FRIENDS STATIONED WITH ME IN ITAZUKE JAPAN 1949 KOREA 1950 TO 1952 Keywords:

Entry: 31773 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	E-MAIL UPDATE
ARPAD OSTHEIMER wrote on February 6, 2003 CITY AND STATE: AVON CT UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 31751 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LOOKING FOR MEN OF KOREA'S 80TH FBS
DARCY WEBBER wrote on February 5, 2003 CITY AND STATE: PALM BAY FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FRIEND OF VETERAN Comments: I am doing research for a thesis on the 80th FBS in the Korean War. If you served during that time and are interested in telling your story, please contact me at kes_janeway@hotmail.com. Keywords:

Entry: 31663 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	INFO. OF 36 FIGHTER SQD. KOREA
ROBERT G. HREHA wrote on February 2, 2003 CITY AND STATE: LAKE WALES FL UNIT: 36 FIGHTER SQD. 1950 1952 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO SERVED WITH ME IN JAPAN AND KOREA DEC.1949 TO MARCH 1952. Keywords:

Entry: 31507 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	HELLO HOBOES
BERNARD BROWN wrote on January 26, 2003 CITY AND STATE: MCKINNEY TX UNIT: 8TH MAINT GROUP SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Capt Byers, CO 8th Maintenance Squadron Keywords:

Entry: 29764 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	HQ 8TH FTR BMR WG
STEVE SCHWARZ wrote on November 21, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: HQ - HQ SQ 8TH FTR BMR WG SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who served in Headquarters 8th Fighter Bomber Wing Feb '52 to Feb '53 I remember papasan who "could not speak English" - worked in headquarters building until ROK's caught up to him. Also remember Ted Williams crash landing. Keywords: hobo hassan day K-13 Suwon

Entry: 29100 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING
GENE GOULD wrote on October 27, 2002 CITY AND STATE: STERLING VA UNIT: 8TH HQ SQDN - 8TH AB GROUP SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: 2nd Lt. Positions: Motor Pool Officer Public Information Officer Education and Information Officer Special Services Officer Ass't Base Supply Officer I have quite a lot of photos, including Photo Lab Hobo Photos from position as PIO. Including the officical public release of 50,000th Sorties photo. Also have a few pics of 319th F-94s, Only F-86 photos are 51st FIS. All of the 8th photos are F-80s. Photo of Officers Club and Dining Hall at Christmas 1952 (color) Keywords: Nov. 1952 - July 1953

Entry: 27157 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	ANYONE REMEMBER
LINDA HORTON wrote on July 27, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Searching for anyone who knew my uncle, 1st. Lt. Kenneth Tallant. 80th. fighter bomber sq. 8th. fighter bomber wing. Suwon, Korea. K-13 from Oct. 52 until his death on 5-18-53. Fighter pilot. Keywords:

Entry: 25408 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	BLACK SHEEP BLACKOUTS
GENNY COULSON wrote on May 12, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: These are names from an old program my mom found of some variety show held at Misawa in July 1954. Perhaps these names may jog some memories. Keywords: 8th Ftr Bmbr Sq Misawa AFB Officers' Club, July 31, 1954; 2030 hours; LtCol John L. Gregory, Jr.; Maj. Finis T. Bates; Maj. Emil Bertza; Capt. Lawrence P. Batcheller; Capt. Daniel E. Caldwell; Capt. Paul Dolly; Capt. John L. Peters; Capt. Chas. B. Stutts; Capt. Billy D. Welch and 1st Lts: John B. Ackley, III; James E. Atkins Jr.; Thomas C. Birkhead; Walter A. Bogumil; Robert W. Bond, Jr.; Robt. E. Fenton; Rbbt. E. Grandon; Lynn B. Harding; Donald R. Hartsfield; Hal H. Haynes, Jr.; Clifford A. Herren, Jr.; Guy F. Hudson; James R. Lawver; Raymond H. Lutz; Philip J. McNally; Miles I. McNaughton; David M. Mullaney; Robt. M. Nelson; Lloyd R. Norris; John J. Pitchford, Jr.; James W. Stanford; Robt. M. Stapleton; Carmine A. Vito; Jerry McKee; 2nd Lts: James E. Brinkman; Ernest H. Dammier; Edmund Falkowski; Donald F. Golonka; Alfred M. Gustafson; Bruce A. Hudson; Wm. C. Moseley; Charles M. Rose; John D. Saunders; Dale R. Summers; John C. Tucker; Wm. L. Weston; Samuel E. Wilcox Jr.; Gilbert C. Alston; and WO Aloysius S. Later

Entry: 25199 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
NADER OSSAILY wrote on May 3, 2002 CITY AND STATE: BIERUT UNIT: 0 UNIT SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: hi how are Keywords: friends

Entry: 24408 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	8TH MOTOR VEHICLE SQUADRON
JOHN CALHOON wrote on March 30, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who was assigned to this outfit from August 1949 to September 1951. Keywords: Former S/Sgt. John T. Calhoon, 8th Motor Vehicle Squadron, Itazuke Air Base, Japan

Entry: 22913 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	JANITOR
HOLLIS WALSH wrote on February 4, 2002 CITY AND STATE: BROKEN BOW OK UNIT: 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER K13 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I SAW TED WILLIAMS BELLY IN WITH NO LANDING GEAR. THE JANITOR FOR HEADQUARTERS BUILDING WAS A NORTH KOREAN SPY . HE COULD NOT SPEAK ENGLISH UNTIL THEY CAUGHT HIM . Keywords: HOLLIS WALSH 319 SQUADRON 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER

Entry: 20894 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LOOKING FOR D.D. OVERTON
JIM NICHOLAS wrote on November 23, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I am looking for information on a Korean war ace named D.D. Overton , he was missing in action in the Vietman War possibly from 1966-1973. Any infor would be appreciated. Thank you, J.Nicholas Keywords:

Entry: 19329 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	DOWNED AIRCRAFT K-23
WILLIAM H. HAYWARD wrote on September 9, 2001 CITY AND STATE: THE VILLAGE OK UNIT: 6147TH TACTICAL CONTROL SQUADRON (ABN) SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I am seeking information about a crashed aircraft, believed to be an F-80 which crashed and burned off the end of the runway at K-23 about Oct 15, 1950. The aircraft was almost completely destroyed. There were no visible identifying numbers. The pilots body was burned, but he had a crewcut. His helmet was there. It was yellow with a red lightning bolt on it. The person who found this crash said it was in a deep ravine covered with foilage and if you did not know it was there you would never see it. After all these years, he asked me to find out if this crash was ever reported. He was in the Army and on the move at the time. Keywords: Crashed aircraft-seeking information for a witness to an event.

Entry: 18352 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	F86 NAMED THE GEORGIA PEACH
JERRY YOUNG wrote on July 30, 2001 CITY AND STATE: SMYRNA GA UNIT: 51ST FIW, 16TH FIS SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was looking at a book, Air War over Korea by Jerry Scutts and found a picture with of a F-86 from the 8th Wing being loaded with bombs in June 1953 at K-13. I was in the 51st FIW across the runway and crewed an F-86 named My Georgia Peach - Ruth untill it crashed at K-14 and then crewed My Georgia Peach II. Looks like the crewchief on The Georgia Peach was Claney. Anybody know the crewchief on The Georgia Peach Jerry Young at JEYOUNG65@aol.com Keywords: F-86 Named The Georgia Peach

Entry: 17195 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	ROBERT C. ATKINS JR 'BOBBY'
DAVINA BOYD wrote on June 8, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Looking for any info on the above, he was killed when the bomber he was in went down coming back from furlow. Would like some info on him or his unit at around this time (1 Feb 53 - 1 June 53) Thank you Keywords: 8th Fighter Bomber wing, 5th Air Force

Entry: 16818 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	OSCODA AFB VETS,63 FTR SQ, FR.3-1-51 TO 10-1-53,
JIM THOMSON wrote on May 27, 2001 CITY AND STATE: TRAVERSE CITY MI UNIT: HQ., 63 FIGHTER SQ SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Looking for guys who owe me money- hope you are all around and healthy. Keywords: Looking for Sgts. Rynex, Meduna.Papas, and Ruhl.All from Michigan , all at Oscods AFB 2 yrs(3-1 to 10-1 1953

Entry: 14156 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	HISTORY INFO
ANGIE CARRUTH wrote on January 8, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Hi, Trying to find exact information on service of S/SGT. Jack B. McCart. This is one of my student's grandfather. We are doing a history project of this semester family members that fought in US conflicts and wars. We are trying to find out information on exactly which area/unit he served and then will built a history of that unit. JB has a plaque that states S/SGT. McCart was a member of the 51st wing and the 20th Air Force. He joined the Air Force Nov. 22, 1940. Any information on how to find out about this would be helpful. Thank You Keywords: J.B. McCart

Entry: 12821 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	TDY FROM 78TH.AAA TO 8TH
MAX WATTS wrote on November 9, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: There were two Army personnel TDY from the 78 AAA gun btn.who were sent to the water point the other man was Mervin Carter part of the musical Carter Family I would like to know where he is. Also Ronald Forestor or Donald Hardy or any one who served in the unit Keywords: 8th.AIO Water point CPL.Max Watts known as ground pounder we served from March 53 until March 54

Entry: 12403 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LOOKING FOR OLD BUDDIESEMAIL VANESSA HOLT KUSAN AFMIL
LOUIS S. BASURA wrote on October 17, 2000 CITY AND STATE: APPLE VALLEY CA UNIT: 80TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQ SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Looking for old friends who I worked on the line with.I came to K-13 which is Suwon Korea in late 1952 to 53.I was in Armorment and I came. from Lowry AFBase Colorado,which I was a gunner turent sys mac.The long cold nights on the line and hoping we would not get shot at.We had a Korean kid who would hang out with us my the name of Chicken who we bought a present for on Christmas day.,had one of the crew from supply pick it up in Japan.Left a lot of buddies behind they will live in spirt and as I am growing old I will never forget that place in time.Hopeto hear from someone out there and I hope the Korean people will not forget us for what we did. Cpl Louis S BASURA Keywords: Frank Mouser F80s and A26s

Entry: 11654 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	LOOKING FOR HEADHUNTER'S
VANESSA HOLT wrote on September 12, 2000 CITY AND STATE: APO AP UNIT: 80TH FIGHTER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Looking for anyone who flew with the 80th Fighter Squadron during or after the war. Keywords:

Entry: 10871 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	HQ AND HQ SQUADRON, 8TH FTR BMR WING
LOU SURRATT wrote on August 6, 2000 CITY AND STATE: HAGERSTOWN MD UNIT: AIR FORCE SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Would like to hear especially from anyone who served in Wing Headquarters personnel office or Wing Headquarters Squadron from April 1952 to April 1953. Would also like to hear from anyone else who served with the 8th Fighter Bomber Wing during this time period. Keywords: Suwon, K13, Hobo, F80

Entry: 10461 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	SEEKING INFO DAVID LYNES
ANDREA LYNES wrote on July 19, 2000 CITY AND STATE: CUMMINGTON MA UNIT: 8TH AIRBASE GROUP SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was stationed at the 8th Airbase Group July to Oct. 1950. Would like to contact anyone else who was there at the time. After that I went to the 22nd crash rescue boat sqd. Keywords: Msgt. Royce J. Riddle, Maj. James T. Beene, Capt. Philip S. Dickey, F-80, Col. Price

Entry: 10231 8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING	ROBERT P SPRUIT
ROBERT P. SPRUIT wrote on July 9, 2000 CITY AND STATE: BREMEN IN UNIT: 36 FBS SUWON KOREA 1952-1953 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: 36 FBS SUWON KOREA 1952-1953 Keywords:

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