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| Current Message 1 - February 10, 2008 |
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Entry: 64245
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Looking for Landers and Smitty |
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Earline Miles wrote on 2008-02-10 15:02:00.0
Comments: My daddy, Landers from Texas, wants very much to find Smitty who served with him in Korea 1950-1951. If you know my daddy or Smitty, please let me know.
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| Current Message 2 - March 24, 2007 |
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Entry: 60455
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
roland brannan |
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michael brannan wrote on 2007-03-24 18:55:44.0
Comments: i am trying to find out more about my father he fought at the chosen resivoir i was in the corps during the end of nam im sick at the way they are treating the iraq war i couldnt help but cry when i read others coments here we need the heroism of the past if we re going to stay a strong free country anyone with info on my dad please contact me @ jjss7775@aol.com
Keywords: roland brannan-chosen resivoir usmc
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| Current Message 3 - September 26, 2006 |
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Entry: 59037
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
pfc joseph benoit |
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barry benoit wrote on 2006-09-26 13:33:59.0
Comments: JOSEPH WAS 18 YRS OLD WHEN HE DIED FROM AN ILLNESS CONTRACTED WHILE IN THE CHOSIN RESEVOIR...HE WAS FLOWN TO A HOSPITAL IN JAPAN WHERE HE PASSED AWAY ON DEC 27TH 1950. HE HAD 4 BROTHERS, 3 OF WHICH WERE IN THE NAVY ABOARD THE USS LUZON DURING THE WAR. ANYONE HAVING ANY MEMORIES OF PIT AS HE WAS CALLED PLEASE CONTACT ME OR LEAVE A MESSAGE HERE. GOD BLESS TO ALL WHO SERVED.................
Keywords: PIT, BUDDY, CHOSIN FEW UPTON MASS
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| Current Message 4 - July 19, 2006 |
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Entry: 58150
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
FORWARD OBSERVER 4.2 MORTAR |
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Sue Foerster wrote on 2006-07-19 18:02:03.0
Comments: My dad PAUL LEON YORTY,of St.Louis, Missouri served with 4.2 Mortar Co., 7th Regiment, 1st Marines from Dec.1950-Sept.1951. Started in Puson, moved into action in North Korea. He never spoke openly of the war or what he did during the war, and very few words when asked about the war. Wounded in action, 3 guys in a fox hole, he had the shrapnel wounds, his 2 buddies died. Sent to the hospital ship Haven for a few days and onto hospital in Yokosuka for 9 weeks. Returned to action in Engineer Battalion Sept. 1951-Dec.1951. Any one know of my father and what he did? Where can I find out about the hospital logs, or where his company was..etc...Thanks alot...
Keywords: 4.2 Mortar, 7th regiment, 1st marines, engineer battalion, hospital ship Haven, sometimes a nickname of "Butzy" or "Butz"
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| Current Message 5 - March 20, 2006 |
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Entry: 56300
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Reno, Vegas, Carson Outposts |
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John Nelmark wrote on 2006-03-20 14:29:16.0
Comments: F/2/5 was involved in trench war, patrols nightly. Mortar support for all patrols including illumination HIExplosive shells was provided by Fox Mike Our CO and the Regimental S3 Officer were KIA while taking cover in a shell crater, one round killed both officers. Our CO had only been with us a short time, having replaced Capt Kurth about one month before. Our CO was part of the 32nd Replacement draft Korea was a bloody war with about 55,000 KIA,s in three years.
Keywords: Fox Mike Mortars Section Leader Veteran of Atomic Test Desert Rock IV 1952
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| Current Message 6 - August 26, 2005 |
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Entry: 52867
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
looking for any information about my dad |
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Debbie Dean wrote on 2005-08-26 00:00:00.0
Comments: hi my name is debbie my daddy was Alfred J. LeBlanc he was a marine and very proud of the fact daddy never told us any stories about what happened in the war but he told us he saved some guys and he got shot he took a picture of the grave stone that saved them and thats all we know we have his medals we don't know what he got them for but we would really like to know my dad pasted away sept 26, 2000 i was with him he was a proud marine that i will never forget i know the smile i saw on his face when i told him his first grandchild was a marine and she married a marine he was very happy and i know he was proud my son-in-law is in bagdad now i know my dad is proud of him and he will come home safe if anyone has any information Please don't hesitate thank you and god bless you all
Keywords: daddy did recieve some medals they were, national defense service medal, korean service medal with one star, the united nations medal we all would like to know why he recieved them everyone called him (ALFIE) his full name was ALFRED J. LeBLANC we don't know what unit or anything
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| Current Message 7 - July 21, 2005 |
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Entry: 52164
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Capt. Edwin Eugene Rives |
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Pam Goode wrote on 2005-07-21 00:00:00.0
Comments: My daddy was killed in Korea on Sept. 29, 1950. My only brother died in Dec. 2004 without ever getting answers that he desperately needed about our daddy. I would like to hear from any of my daddy's friends or Marines that he served with. My mother is alive and would appreciate this information also. I have names and letters, but have been unable to make contact with any of these people yet. Thanks, Pam Goode
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| Current Message 8 - July 21, 2005 |
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Entry: 52162
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Capt. Edwin Eugene Rives |
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Pam Goode wrote on 2005-07-21 00:00:00.0
Comments: My daddy was killed in Korea on Sept. 29, 1950. My only brother died in Dec. 2004 without ever getting answers that he desperately needed about our daddy. I would like to hear from any of my daddy's friends or Marines that he served with. My mother is alive and would appreciate this information also. I have names and letters, but have been unable to make contact with any of these people yet. Thanks, Pam Goode
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| Current Message 9 - July 20, 2005 |
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Entry: 52141
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Wondering |
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Michael Rutz wrote on 2005-07-20 00:00:00.0
Comments: Does anyone know how I can get into contact with the surviving members of the 4 Deuces? They were my Grandfather's unit in Korea. I can't remember the years. I know they were an HE Chemical Mortar unit, but that's about it.
Thanks.
Keywords: 1st Marine, 4 Deuces
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| Current Message 10 - July 10, 2005 |
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Entry: 51947
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
SMITH, John E. |
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J.P. Roe wrote on 2005-07-10 00:00:00.0
Comments: Any friends of my father in law: SMITH, John E. "Jack" of Chicago IL. 7th Mar. 1st Mar Div. (REIN) 4.2 Mort. Co. 1953 to 1956.
Attended Boot camp Marine Corp Depot San Diego. 1953 Platoon # 415 D.I. William Vick
We are gathering info & pictures for our family history. I am especially looking for an individual picture of "Jack" Smith after graduation from boot camp. Any info or pictures would be great.
John "Jack" Smith still resides in the Chicagoland area. Thank you to all of those who have served our country and to those who may have any info about my Father in Law. SEMPER FI
Keywords: My Father in law SMITH, John E. "JACK" from Chicago IL. 7th Mar 1st Mar Div. (REIN) 4.2 Mort. Co. Boot camp USMC recruit depot San Diego Platoon #415 1953 D.I. was a WW. Vick
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| Current Message 11 - May 16, 2005 |
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Entry: 50887
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
George Lawrence |
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Mike Lawrence wrote on 2005-05-16 00:00:00.0
Comments: My father, CPL George Lawrence, served in the 4.2" Mortar Co, 1st Marines Division, FMF. He passed back in August 2003 and I'm looking for his corpsmen so I can learn a bit more about his time in Korea. He was in Korea from 08/10/52 through 11/23/52. Believe he was wounded in Nov '52.
I was curious if any others knew my father. I'm just starting out on this search so any info/links you can provide would be really helpful. Thank you.
Mike
Keywords: George Lawrence
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| Current Message 12 - April 14, 2005 |
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Entry: 50184
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Ralph C. Miller, Chattanooga, TN |
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Laura Craig wrote on 2005-04-14 14:13:10.0
Comments: my grandfather passed away last year, if anyone knew him or can remember anything about his service please let me know
Keywords: Mortar unit, 1st marine division, the frozen resevoir,
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| Current Message 13 - February 16, 2005 |
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Entry: 48977
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
looking for anyone who knew Dale Butler from NY during Korean Conflict |
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Beverly Sue (Butler) Shumack wrote on 2005-02-16 21:26:39.0
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Keywords: I just want to know more about my dad. He was my best friend. Died 12-18-01 from rare bone cancer. Told me a bit of the Conflict, very private man. Father of 5 girls, one son.
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| Current Message 14 - February 26, 2004 |
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Entry: 41275
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Looking for anyone who knew my brother ,CHARLES W. BOYD.KIA on Mt Vegas |
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Jesse Boyd wrote on 2004-02-26 10:56:26.0
Comments: Charlie was wounded (burns) on 26 Mar 53 on Mt Vegas and transported to a hospital ship where he died on 29 Mar 53.
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| Current Message 15 - February 5, 2004 |
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Entry: 40606
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
my grandfather served in Korea |
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Laura Craig wrote on 2004-02-05 23:12:39.0
Comments: I would like to hear from anyone who knew my grandfather. I know very little about his service in the war, and I would love to hear from anyone who Ralph C. Miller. Thank you.
Keywords: 1st marines, 1st division, mortar company
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| Current Message 16 - March 28, 2003 |
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Entry: 33142
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Chesty Polar |
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cathy white wrote on 2003-03-28 19:58:39.0
Comments: I would like to know more about "Chesty Polar" I'm not sure about the spelling of his name but Don tells me this man was the Marine's marine. He was an enlisted man who became an officer and won 5 navy crosses for his amazing service to his country. I think more people should be aware of all the amazing service men and women that the USA has had & has... now that would be a REAL reality show, woth seeing. If anyone has a picture of him or knows were I can get a picture, Please e-mail me at cmalllardw@yahoo.com thanks and God Bless America and everyone who is serving and has served our nation.
Keywords: Donald William Lawrence Kinney MARINE
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| Current Message 17 - November 3, 2002 |
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Entry: 29237
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Commonwealth 4.2" Mortars |
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Ron Orange wrote on 2002-11-03 05:18:57.0
Comments: I had thought 4.2" mortars were just a British Army weapon.My battery supported the 25th.(Canadian) Brigade in Korea. If any U.S. former mortarman wants to exchange info on how our respective units used the old "drainpipe" I would be glad to accomodate him.
Keywords: Prematures, Hills 355 and 166.
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| Current Message 18 - November 3, 2002 |
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Entry: 29236
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
4.2" Mortars(Brits) In Korea |
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Ron Orange wrote on 2002-11-03 04:29:21.0
Comments: I thought the 4.2" "drainpipe" was purely a British artillery weapon until I came across this website.If any U.S. veteran wants to exchange info on how this weapon was used in our respective units in Korea, I would be glad to co-operate.My troop in our battery was less than 100 men and we are all over 70, yet I am in regular contact with four of my old buddies. Gunner Ron.
Keywords: 25th.(Canadian Brigade); The Hook; Hills 355 and 166.Prematures.
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| Current Message 19 - November 2, 2002 |
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Entry: 29214
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Commonwealth 4.2 Mortars |
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Ron Orange wrote on 2002-11-02 05:44:58.0
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| Current Message 20 - September 28, 2002 |
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Entry: 28516
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
R.G.Gilmore |
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Margaret Wells Deggans wrote on 2002-09-28 11:51:54.0
Comments: Does anybody else have this picture? My Dad gave this picture to my oldest sister many years ago and told her to keep it safe! He told her they sent them all but him and all were killed but him out of that company.This is her recollection from the 50's so maybe someone else out there can verify this for me. I am hard at researching my Father's extensive career in the USMC from 1939-1956. This would open the door to so many unanswered questions for me. To those marines who read this let me say to each and every one of you...Please tell your story to someone!!!! Please for the sake of all of the young men to come. It is so important to have the story to keep alive and for the example of how to conduct themselves as men when the country calls. Who else can set such an example with the mark of excellance as each of you? MAY GOD BLESS THE USMC !!!!!!!!!
Keywords: Old Company Photo taken 1950 in Dress Blues Lt.R.G.Gilmore listed on this Military photo. 1st Div,usmc
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| Current Message 21 - July 28, 2002 |
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Entry: 27199
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Thomas Banks |
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THOMAS H. banks wrote on 2002-07-28 18:23:31.0
Comments: The "4-Deuces", 4.2/1/1 are looking for former company members from the combat period. More than 100 still active in our association. Get back in touch with your old buddi
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| Current Message 22 - June 26, 2002 |
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Entry: 26543
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Looking for friends of Sgt. Jimmie E. Howard |
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RONALD D. (RON) McKinney wrote on 2002-06-26 06:17:26.0
Comments: I would like contact with others who knew or served with Jimmie Howard in Korea, Nam, or Stateside.
Keywords: Bunker Hill, 12-13Aug 52. Sgt Jimmie E. Howard was 4.2 Mortar FO attached Item 3/1, awarded Silver Star. Jimmie awarded MOH in Nam 1966. Between wars, Jimmie played football for CJHP, served in 1st Amphib Recon (54-56).
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| Current Message 23 - June 2, 2002 |
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Entry: 25971
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
1954-1955 |
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Dale H. Keller wrote on 2002-06-02 16:41:18.0
Comments: Looking for anyone who served in the Company from mid 1954 thru 1955 and came home with the Division in 1955. I've located Lts John Moughan and George Lacrone as well as Capt Vest, and Sgts Len Myers of the 3rd Plt and John Leadam,FDC director.I was the Plt Leader of the 3rd Plt. Does anyone know where I might find Sgts Silas Blanton, Henry Schwarz or Padillo(not sure of 1st name) Thank you Dale Keller
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| Current Message 24 - April 1, 2002 |
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Entry: 24449
1st Marine Regiment - 4.2 Mortar Co |
Any one know my pop |
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Tammy Frank wrote on 2002-04-01 17:55:04.0
Comments: Just look for some people who know dad he would like to see you guys.
Keywords: 4.2 MORTAR CO/1/1 Norman E Frank Dayton ohio
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4.2 MORTAR CO/1/1
My brother was killed in Korea; not sure where, with Marines on
April 15, 1952. His name Robert Leroy Corbett. Sgt. How do I access
casulty list or find out where he was killed? I'm in process of writing
family history.
---more from KWP----
CORBETT ROBERT LEROY
Svc# 1161301
Brnch Marine Corps Regular
Rank SGT E5
Home ALBANY OR
CasDt 1952 04 15
Killed, hostile
Birth 1931 07 28
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Thanks for responding to my letter. I was beginning to think that the
net was no good.. Now I know that is not true! One of the Marines in
my brother's unit name: Durwood H. Gilbert from
Maine.
I sure would like to talk to him. I have some great pictures from
Korea, one, summer, one in the winter. The name of their unit is not at
hand.
I have some letters but no envelopes. Will there be a reunion in
Oregon? I would like to attend and talk to some veterans. The Marine
that was with my brother when he was killed, visited our family,
shortly after the (conflict) and I have lost track of that person, even
his name.
I believe I blocked it out. Where can I find your book?
Bye for now and thanks again.
Joanne Corbett Emmons bcimfg@teleport.com
4.2 Mortar Company
On Sun, 11 Jan 1998
Jerry Jonas Email address wrote:
Thanks for your assistance and your especially prompt reply.
Apparentlythe spelling you came up with for Joe Leszczynski was correct.
I had obtained the spelling I used from one of Joe's old high school
publications. They left out one of the z's.
John O'Brien was a close friend who served with me in the States and
went to Korea on the same ship in November 1952. We were assigned to
separate units, and I heard months later that he had died on an outpost
called "Vegas" in March 1953.
Before you sent me the details yesterday, I was never able to confirm
this.
You also asked if there was anyone else.
There was an individual in my unit who was killed by a mortar round on
about February 16, 1953. I helped carry his body to the rear and I have
often thought of him over the years. I no longer remember his name, and
I suppose there is no data base that lists casualties by units or
dates.
We were with the 4.2 mortar company, I'st Marine Regiment, and he was
the only KIA in our company during that month. Any advice on finding his
name or any info on him?
Thanks in advance for any help you can offer.
JERRY
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