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| Date: May 12, 2013
REQUEST #5536 Name: Bob Craig Email: bcraig@brg-expert.com Subject: Robert Mark Craig, Jr. Please assist us to determine if my father (Infantry Lieutenant Robert Mark Craig, Jr.) from Hennepin County, Minnesota, was assigned to the 3rd Division, and whether or how we can determine when he landed at Utah Beach (we believe June 9), when he was awarded the Purple Heart, his unit and any other information we could learn. We will be at Utah Beach this summer and hope to make the trip as personal as possible. Thank you! Bob Craig | Director of Business Development and Associate General Counsel Berkeley Research Group, LLC 700 Louisiana Street, Suite 1750 | Houston, TX 77002 O 713.824.0329 | M 713.481.9410 | F 713.236.8596 bcraig@brg-expert.com | www.brg-expert.com Webmaster's Note: The 3rd Infantry Division had several Robert Craig's serving with the division. Lt Robert Craig, Company L, 15th Infantry Regiment received the Medal of Honor for action in Favoratta, Sicily on July 11, 1943. He was killed by enemy fire, but his intrepid action so inspired his men that they drove the enemy from the area, inflicting heavy casualties on the hostile force. This information is in the book, "History of the 3rd Division in WWII. This may not be your father as he died before the D-Day action on Utah beach which the 3rd Infantry Division did not participate. The 3rd Division participated in the Cisterna-Rome operation at that time. |
| Date: May 6, 2013
REQUEST #5535 Name: Zack Email: zack.pomerleau@gmail.com Subject: Grandfather in Korea Hello, I know this is a long shot, but my grandfather was in Korea in this infantry as a mortarman. His named was Robert Pomerleau and he was from Maine. Have you ever heard anyone mention him by any chance? Sincerely, Zack. |
| Date: April 24, 2013
REQUEST #5534 Name: David Lassman Email: david_lassman@nps.gov Subject: President John F Kennedy Funeral-50th Annivesary Good Day, I am trying to prepare for the 50th anniversary of President John F.Kennedy's funeral for the National Park Service site of the George Washington Memorial Parkway (GWMP). The funeral procession passed over the Arlington Memorial Bridge and through Memorial Avenue, which are both maintained by the GWMP, before entering Arlington National Cemetery. Since the 3rd Infantry participated, I was hoping that you might have documents and/or images that you can send me electronically that relate to the funeral. I am especially interested in images that feature Arlington Memorial Bridge and Memorial Avenue. Thank you most kindly. Sincerely yours, David Lassman George Washington Memorial Parkway c/o Turkey Run Park 700 George Washington Memorial Parkway McLean, VA 22042 Office: 703-289-2555 Cell: 202-438-6622 |
| Date: March 11, 2013
REQUEST #5533 Name: Richard Springer Email: richard.springer@va.gov Subject: Veterans claim assist I am trying to obtain information verifying an incident for a Veteran, Theodore Crivello, who was a member of HHC 1/7 3rd Infantry Division. The Veteran is claiming residuals of injuries sustained July 4, 1953 when he was with Col. R.A. Miller and two others at the signing of the Truce, the Veteran states that an artillery shell (mortar?) came in under the jeep, blowing the jeep into the air , and then rolled over on top of him. He states that Col. Miller called in for a helicopter to transport him to the hospital, and he was taken to a MASH at Yong Dong Po (spelling?) where he was in the hospital for approx. 3 weeks, and returned to the Unit in the Kumhwa Valley. The Veterans Administration has not been able to obtain all of the Veterans records of this incident, given the passing of time, he may not have the correct date for obtaining the evidence needed, any information would be greatly appreciated. In appreciation! Richard Springer Assistant Department Service Officer Veterans of Foreign Wars VA Veterans Benefit Center, Sacramento (916) 364-6798 Fax: (916) 368-7256 |
| Date: March 11, 2013
REQUEST #5532 Name: Gregor Marvel Email: info@friendlysociety.de Subject: someone who maybe know my grandmother Herta Zimmermann Comments; Hi! i’m looking for someone who maby know my grandmother Herta Zimmermann. i just know that she was running a pub or bar in the beginning of the fifties and that my grandfather was a US Army member. But i don’t know his name. My mother is Karin Elisabeth Zimmermann born 18.09.1952. she saied that she was getting post from her grandmother from america till she was 8 years. then Karin was adopted by a backery family Wyrwich in Bad Kissingen. it would be amazing if someone know something that maby help me finde my roots Gregor :-) |
| Date: March 11, 2013
REQUEST #5531 Name: Richard Springer Assistant Department Service Officer Veterans of Foreign Wars VA Veterans Benefit Center, Sacramento (916) 364-6798 Fax: (916) 368-7256 Email: richard.springer@va.gov Subject : Veterans claim assist Comments: A Salute to the “Rock of the Marne”, I am trying to obtain information verifying an incident for a Veteran, Theodore Crivello, who was a member of HHC 1/7 3rd Infantry Division. The Veteran is claiming residuals of injuries sustained July 4, 1953 when he was with Col. R.A. Miller and two others at the signing of the Truce, the Veteran states that an artillery shell (mortar?) came in under the jeep, blowing the jeep into the air , and then rolled over on top of him. He states that Col. Miller called in for a helicopter to transport him to the hospital, and he was taken to a MASH at Yong Dong Po (spelling?) where he was in the hospital for approx. 3 weeks, and returned to the Unit in the Kumhwa Valley. The Veterans Administration has not been able to obtain all of the Veterans records of this incident, given the passing of time, he may not have the correct date for obtaining the evidence needed, any information would be greatly appreciated. In appreciation! Richard Springer Assistant Department Service Officer Veterans of Foreign Wars VA Veterans Benefit Center, Sacramento (916) 364-6798 Fax: (916) 368-7256 |
| Date: March 1, 2013
REQUEST #5530 Name: Bruce Sunderville Email: bsunderville@metlife.com Subject: 64th Armor Would you have any information on the 3rd Infantry 64th Armor Division from 1972-1975 in Schweinfurt, Germany (Conn Barracks) Bruce Sunderville, LUTCF, CLTC Financial Services Representative Financial Advisor MetLife 400 Meridian Centre - Suite #101 Rochester NY 14618 Tel - 585-241-5218 Fax - 585-427-7478 |
| Date: January 27, 2013
REQUEST #5529 Name: Jean McKenzie nee Shepherd Address: Calle 119 Chiclans La Cala Mijas Costa Southern Spain City, State, ZIP: Malaga Telephone: 95 249 3295 E-mail: brianjean@mac.com Subject: Trace my father Comments: My birth mothers name was Marjorie Wilder and she lived in Essex she was married with two other children, she met an American solder whos name was Dennis Toomey who was in a band/orchestra playing at the Dorchester hotel, I was adopted and had a very happy life, I also traced my birth mother which was when she told me about my father, she has since died and I would dearly love to know more about my father, if he is still alive I do not expect to be bought into his life nor would I wish to cause any upset but it would be very nice to know something about who I am..... Thank you and I will keep my fingers crossed for some good news....Jean McKenzie nee Shepherd |
| Date: January 26, 2013
REQUEST #5528 Name:jason black Email: blizack14@yahoo.com Subject: WW2 3rd ID - Information regarding Wewelsburg April 1945 Request: Hello there! My name is Jason Black I am a military relic collector in San Diego, CA. My brother and I travel all of the world following the path of US soldiers in battle. We hope that by finding and identifying military relics we can preserve history and help us better understand the past. In any event --- we are hoping that you may be able to help put us in contact with any surviving members, or known family members, of the 3rd ID who helped liberate the Wewelsburg, Germany area in April of 1945. I would love the opportunity to interview and record/preserve the recollections of these great soldiers. In addition, we are always buying military items (and paying top dollar) if anyone has something they would be interested in selling. Any information would be helpful. Thanks for you time! |
| Date: January 12, 2013
REQUEST #5527 Name: Edward Beargeon Email:edbeargeon@gmail.com Subject: 2nd world war headquarters company Request:I joined this company in Italy and served in same until Salzburg ,Austria- interested in members still with us? I landed in Cassablanca and then rode the cattle cars across No Africa until Bizerte, from there to Italy aboard an LCI. After Austria I was sent to Lucky Strike being just short of points to go home. From there to Marseille supposedly to go to the Pacific when the war ended. Would be glad to know how many of us are still around. Ed Beargeon |
| Date: January 7, 2013
REQUEST #5526 Name: emilien genet Email:miloug3@hotmail.fr Subject: Search soldier of 3rd ID US dead in France in Septembre 1944 Comments: Hello, is it possible to have a-list of all the death of the third ID US during the month of September 1944 ? Sincerly, Émilien. |
| Date: January 4, 2013
REQUEST #5525 Name: John Ball Email: travelerjb2000@yahoo.com Subject: General Smith Comments: Dear Sir, I have in my possession a uniform which names the original wearer of the uniform as a Brigadier General Smith, with the date 1957. I was looking for a little information upon the General, and was hoping you might be able to help me. The uniform carries the insignia of the Third Infantry. Thank you very much for your time and consideration. Sincerely, John Ball |
| Date: Dec. 27, 2012
REQUEST #5524 Name: Mike Upton Email: downsouthbiker@gmail.com Subject: Grand Father in U.S. Army, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division Request: Hoping you may have some info? William B Upton, Huntsville Alabama MIA marker is Sicily ? Webmaster's Note: Cpl William B. Upton 7th Infantry Regiment, is listed as MIA in the book, "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" on page 475. |
| Date: December 24, 2012
REQUEST #5523 Name: (Sgt) David H. Knowles 2407 Avenida Mastil San Clemente, CA 92673 Email: dhknow@sbcglobal.net Subject: 3rd Div. Korean War Request: As a member of the 3rd Army Division, I was in the Initial amphibious Landing at Wonson Korea in 1950 during the initial phases of the Korean War and remained there one year. I have been unable to find information regarding the landing and subsequent activities of the 3rd Division during that period of the war. Thanks for your help. (Sgt) David H. Knowles 2407 Avenida Mastil San Clemente, CA 92673 |
| Date: Dec. 20, 2012
REQUEST #5522 Name: John Orecchio Radnor, OH Email: jorecchio2@columbus.rr.com Subject: Looking for John Little & Louis or Luis Flecha Comments:Rocko: I am looking for 2 old buddies who were stationed w/ me in Schweinfurt, Germany during 1964 & 1965, with the 1st Battalion 30th Infantry, 3rd Division At Ledward Barracks. There names are John Little & Louis or luis Flecha.. Can you help????? My name is John Orecchio & I live in Radnor, Ohio. My e-mail is jorecchio2@ Columbus.rr.com Would be grateful for any help you can provide.. Thank You |
| Date: December 8, 2012
REQUEST #5521 Name: Christian Schulz Email: schulz-christian87@gmx.de Subject: Search for a Soldier Comments: Hello my name is Christian Schulz and I search a soldat with the name John William Decker. Birthdate is the 23 or 25 April 1967. He stationed in Kitzingen 1985 to 1987 I think. He was kick from the us army but he have a son. ME. but the us consulat didn't can help me. I have no social number or other things I have his old adress was 933 Columbia St. Apt. Hudson N.Y. 12534 USA. He learnd my mom on 13 August 1986.Can u help me? |
| Date: December 7, 2012
REQUEST #5520 Name: Roger R. Grogg Email: rogergrogg@gmail.com Subject: Claude Roger Grogg Jr., buried Lorraine France April 6th 1945 Comments: Searching for additional information pertaining to my Grandfather's service. No family information available other company / Regiment ... 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, supposedly buried in Lorraine France on April 6th 1945. Thanks. Roger R. Grogg Webmaster's Note: Claude R. Grogg 7th Infantry Regiment, is listed as Killed in Action in the book, "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" on page 458. |
| Date: December 5, 2012
REQUEST #5519 Name: Herzig, Jürg St. Laurentiusstrasse 12 CH-4613 Rickenbach SO Switzerland Phone: ++41 62 216 03 86 E-Mail: outlaws@bluewin.ch Subject: Battle of Sigolsheim, France December 1944 - 15th Infantry , 3rd Division 3 Comments: Dear Sirs My name is Juerg Herzig, I am a 44 year old researcher of the Alsace Campaign and the Colmar Pocket from Switzerland. Although Switzerland was not at war with Germany, however my grandpa was defending the Swiss border from 1939 to 1945 in case the Germans would also attack Switzerland. I have been visiting the former Battle site many times. I am the owner/webmaster of the WW2 history website „Stand where they fought“. I am researching the Alsace Campaign next to others and I have a a special interest in the Sigolsheim fighting after the 3rd Diviosn took over from the 36th. I have therefore a question to the Battle of Sigolsheim: During the final days of the Battle of Sigolsheim in December 1944. Specific from December 19 to December 27, 1944. On December 19, 1944 in A. Hugel book, “we have been enemies (Wir waren Feinde)” former German Grenadier Werner Schaller is telling, that in the afternoon there was an allied attack supported by tanks. 5 tanks attacked the south-west part at the Mittelmill and one tank with infantry and half-trucks attacking from the north west coming from Kientzheim Friedhofweg. All 6 tanks have been knocked out. Now I have a friend whose German Grand-Dad was fighting in Sigolsheim and was killed there. In a letter written by his former platoon leader is said, that this Grenadier was promoted to NCO as well as awarded the IC 2nd class after he knocked out two allied tanks coming from Kientzheim as well and were about to overrun the German command post which was in the monastery. I can’t find any after action report where those two tanks are mentioned. Do you have any idea if those two additional tanks belonged to the assault group using the Friedhofweg? Another question is, this Grenadier was wounded on Dec. 27 while attacking a Tank coming from the rue de Bennwihr and he was at the cemetery at Chapelle Ste Anne. Do you know when the US launched the attacked? It was the 15th Infantry who attacked but do you have any idea at what time the attack was launched and to what unit the tanked belonged? Therefore I am looking for veterans who took part in this battle. Any information is highly appreciated. Thanks in advance and I am looking forward to hear from you soon. Cordial Greetings, Juerg Herzig http://standwheretheyfought.jimdo.com/ |
| Date: December 4, 2012
REQUEST #5518 Name: Kara Anderson Kara J. Anderson, c/2LT Alpha 2 Platoon Leader Clemson University Army ROTC Telephone: (239) 898-1754 Fax: (864) 656-2579 Email: Kara@g.clemson.edu Subject: Information request Comments: Sir, I am a Clemson University student working for The Clemson Corps, a constituent group of the Clemson University Alumni Association. We have established a Scroll of Honor through which we honor all Clemson alumni who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country - they died while performing their military duties. We have been blessed to have built a memorial where we honor the current 479 heroes on the Scroll of Honor I am researching material for a Clemson Universitywebsite Scroll of Honor Memorial athttps://cualumni.clemson.edu/scrollofhonor. Specifically I am interested in obtaining more information, pictures, citations, unit operational reports etc, for the web page of the following alumni that were killed in service: 1 LT Forest H Coleman https://cualumni.clemson.edu/sslpage.aspx?pid=1407 1 LT Augustus M Trotter https://cualumni.clemson.edu/sslpage.aspx?pid=1284 SGT Robert B Williams https://cualumni.clemson.edu/sslpage.aspx?pid=1864 CPT Hugh D McPherson https://cualumni.clemson.edu/sslpage.aspx?pid=1837 I hope that that you may be able to assist in providing more information about these Scroll of Honor honorees while they were assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division or discuss the activities and location of their unit at the time of their death. Any assistance will be greatly appreciated and a valuable asset. Respectfully, Kara J. Anderson, c/2LT Alpha 2 Platoon Leader Clemson University Army ROTC |
| Date: November 27, 2012
REQUEST #5517 Name: Kara Anderson Name: Eddie H. Whitt President/Owner E & R Honey Farms, Inc. 4377 Old Buckingham Road Powhatan, VA 23139 (H) 804-598-8082 Email: ehwhitt@verizon.net Subject: Historical Information Comments: I have a Great-Great Uncle who apparently fought with the 3d Infantry Division. I have a photo of him with three other Soldiers and all are wearing 3d Infantry Division patches on their left shoulders. His name is William Skidmore and was from Arkansas. I believe he may have been inducted through Camp Pike near present day Camp Robinson, Arkansas. Where can I go to find more information on my Great-Great Uncle. I learned from a cousin today, he remembered seeing a WWI helmet with a hole in it at our Great-Great Grandmothers house. This would have been William Skidmore’s sister. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Eddie H. Whitt |
| Date: November 26, 2012
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| Date: November 17, 2012
REQUEST #5515 Name: Lauren Orchanian Name : Darren Email: dljoejoe@aol.com Subject: 3rd Recon Troop Comments: To whom it may concern, I am trying to write a book with a character assigned to the 3rd Reconnaissance Troop (Mechanized). I have been trying to find information about the 3rd Recon Troop but cant find very much. I am interested in finding out about the cadre that was used from the 4th Cavalry Regiment and it's creation at Fort Lewis, Washington. I would like to find out about what it did during World War Two. I can't find any information other than what I just listed. I would also like to find out about the Division's occupation of Germany, well what it did at Bad Wildungen, Germany. I would also like to try and find out about how the division came home from the war. All that I can find out is that the Division came back to the United States in November, 1946. Can you give me any information or try to point me in the right direction? Any and all help is greatly appreciated. |
| Date: November 14, 2012
REQUEST #5514 Name: Lauren Orchanian Name: John R. Thomas, SFC USAR RETIRED Email: jrtljt031648@att.net Subject: Army uniform for sale 3RD ID I have a (NEVER WORN?) post WW II wool uniform for sale. Eisenhower jacket (SSG, 3rd Infantry Division) size 38 regular Unhemmed pants W-30 x L-31 Matching soldier's sn S3570 Overseas cap with light blue braid edges Unit pin with 3 vertical bars Asking $100.00 Contact John R. Thomas Waukesha, Wi |
| Date: November 8, 2012
REQUEST #5513 Name: Lauren Orchanian Name: Bowman, John T MAJ MIL USA 316th ESC SPO MOBILITY Email: john.t.bowman@kuwait.swa.army.mil Subject: HRC published official Presidential Unit Citation Order Comments: Sir/Ma'am: I was in 3ID from 2002-2006. I was part of OIF 2003 and 2005 while in the division. I do not have the HRC published official Presidential Unit Citation Order for my permanent records. Any chance that you have it? MAJ Bowman MAJ John T. Bowman Country Container Authority - Kuwait DSN 318-430-6791 316th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) |
| Date: October 10, 2012 Tel: 1-443-527-0503 Email: stephanie.l.carl.mil@mail.mil Subject: Pvt. George Davis Comments:Sir/Ma'am I'm trying to find out the status of former Pvt. George Davis, who served with Co. F, 15th Inf. Rgt., during World War II. I met him during the 3rd ID Association Reunion in 1999. At the time, I was a private myself, only a few months out of AIT. I was assigned to the 3rd ID Public Affairs Office and was supporting the reunion. I spent quite a bit of time interviewing Mr. Davis for an article I wrote for the Frontline newspaper. Today, I'm a SFC (P), still working in public affairs and loving practically every minute of being a Soldier, NCO, and public affairs representative. With the announcement of CSM Plumley's death today, I reflected on how fortunate I was to have the opportunity to speak with Mr. Davis all those years ago. Every day we are losing more of our WW II veterans, and they are an amazing inspiration to those of us who serve today. If possible, I'd like the opportunity to thank Mr. Davis for the impact he had on me and my career so many years ago. I can be reached at 443-527-0503, or by email at stephanie.l.carl.mil@mail.mil. Thank you. V/R SFC Stephanie L. Carl |
| Date: Sept. 26, 2012
REQUEST #5512 Name: Lauren Orchanian Email: hcassistant@realcreek.com Subject: John Bruce (J.B) Lamont Comments: I found your website while doing research for my boss. He was in the 39th Artillery, 3rd Division from years 1960-1962/3. He is in search of a friend that was in his unit by the name of John Bruce (J.B) Lamont (spelling could be LaMont, LaMott, etc.). He believes he was stationed with him in Schweinfurt, Germany. Does that name sound familiar to you? Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thank you kindly, Lauren |
| Date: September 19, 2012
REQUEST #5511 Name: Tom Watson Email: twatson@wildblue.net Subject: 3ID Kitzingen Germany 1968-70 Comments: My name is Tom Watson and I was stationed at Harvey Barracks for three years as HQ COMPANY motor pool.i wood love to hear from some of the guys that were there then. |
| Date: September 15, 2012
REQUEST #5510 Name: Paul Young Email: paul1234@bellsouth.net Subject: Information on Sgt. Leonard Young Comment: I am looking for any information you may have available on Sgt. Leonard Young, my Father. He served from late 1943 until late 1944 in the 3rd Division, 30th Infantry Regiment, Company F. He was awarded a Silver Star for actions on September 10, 1944, in France. Thanks in advance. Paul Young Webmaster's Note: S/Sgt Leonard Young 30th Inf/Co F was awarded the Silver Star for action in France Sept. 10, 1944 as mentioned in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII on page 401 and page 532. |
| Date: September 14, 2012
REQUEST #5509 Name: SSG Eakin, Kevin A Email: kevin.a.eakin@gmail.com > Subject: Kelley Hill, Fort Benning Comment: Hello. I am SSG Eakin, Kevin A. I am trying to do some research on Kelley Hill (where I am stationed) Currently deployed. I am trying to find out the history of Kelley Hill on Fort Benning and who is it named after. I came up with 2 possibilities after 6 hours of searching the internet. I hope you can help me out a little. My first hit was a Yahoo post, with no credible links or help, but it stated SGT James Kelley a Native of Atlanta Georgia is who Kelley Hill is named after. The second is believe is the battle for outpost Kelley in the Korean war to honor all the men that were wounded or that lost their life there. I can not find any information on Kelley Hill, except little pieces. I know there was an Air Assault Unit there sometime about 1968 or so. I know it first started off as a place where Soldiers did Basic Training, before Harmony Church and Sand Hill. But it seems in some way or fashion 3rd BDE, SLEDGEHAMMER has always occupied Kelley Hill, under different names, and different brigades, but always keeping the traditions with them. 2/69 FA was one of the Air Assualt units that was there in 196???? and it is still there today. There is a lot of history and I would really like to know if you can point me in the right direction. I am actually doing a paper for my history class and I would deeply appreciate any assistance you may be able to give me. Thank you for your time. God Bless, SSG Eakin |
| Date: September 11, 2012
REQUEST #5508 Name: Lisa Brown Email: ladyemp@gmail.com Subject: Looking for information on my grandfather Comment: He wouldn’t talk about his time in the service with anyone and nobody knows very much about it. His uniform, awards and all of his paperwork except for one DD-214 were destroyed in a flood. I can tell you that he was a private first class in company M, 22nd infantry. His name is Edward David Walters. I can even send you a copy of his DD-214 if it would help find any information on him. I have tried multiple avenues to try to get information on him and all have come to a screeching halt, I keep getting told that the information is not there. I’ve been told that there’s a DD-214 after the one I have, but the “normal routes” tell me that all of his records were destroyed in a fire. I’ve been told that he has a purple heart, but it’s not listed on the DD-214 that I have. What little information I have been able to get was through my husband doing some research using his contacts as a veteran himself, one of the pieces of information we were told was that his unit is a unit that is only active during wartime and that any other time the information on that unit is sealed for reasons of national security. How accurate this is, I have no idea. My oldest son is very interested in the military and would like to know more about his Great Grandfather’s Military career. Unfortunately what information we have is not much. My son has had 3 heart surgeries and is looking at a 4th, as well as having had 2 strokes. My Grandfather’s serial number is 7-031-860, DOB 19 Mar 1918, Kankakee, Ill. He enlisted 12 Jun 1940 in Chicago. Duty Soldier III (590) Combat Infantryman, Battles and campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, GO 33 WD 45 Rhineland GO 40 WD 45 Any other information I can give you that might help with finding information on him is yours as long as I know it. I would greatly appreciate any information I can get on my grandfather. Lisa Brown Response: Lisa, I am sorry but the 22nd Infantry was not in the 3rd Infantry Division and we wouldn't have any records of him in our files/archives. I doubt unit records would be sealed at this date at the National Archives. The 22nd Infantry has been on active duty since before WWII and has not been completely inactivated at any time since that I am aware of. It participated in Overlord on 6 June 44 and was part of the 4th Infantry Division. My recommendation would be to travel to the National Archives at College Park, Maryland, locate the 22nd Infantry Records, and look for the S-1 papers (Administration). they may contain any orders published authorizing the Purple Heart or any other medals he may have been awarded. It is a sad fact that many DD 214s for WWII veterans are incomplete and incorrect, as there was such a big rush to demobilize soldiers and send them home. Hope this helps. Rock of the Marne! Tim |
| Date: September 11, 2012
REQUEST #5507 Name: Vicki L Hockaday (Wright) Email: hockadayv@aol.com Subject: Sergeant Calvin F Wright HC 1st Battalion 30th Infantry Comments: I have been looking for so long on info regarding my fathers time in the service during WWII. He is no longer with us but I know that he was very proud of his time in the Service and National Guard and my son has followed that with his own time in the National Guard serving 3 Tours in Iraq. I have my Dad Calvin F (Frank) Wrights Discharge papers from the Army Headquarters Company 1st Battalion 30th Infantry in which he served in Central Europe Departing the US on March 23, 1945 arriving in EAME April 4, 1945 and then returned departure March 8, 1946 arriving back in the US March 20, 1946. He was a Special Vehicle Operator 932 and Combat Infantryman but this is all I know. Anything else you can help me with would be greatful. His Army Serial No. was 38 430 271. Date Entered Active Service 8 Feb 1943 Date of Seperation 27 Mar 1946 Separation Center was Camp Chaffee, Arkansas. Additional info Served with 506th Base Headquarters and Air Base Squadron in the US and spent 12 months with Headquarters Company 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry in the European Theater of Operations. National Guard Separation Report shows that his service # was 38430271 and was a Master Sgt, Armor Co D 156th Tk BN date of discharge 9 September 54, it also shows his prior service Army Air Force 8 Feb 43 - 2 Jan 45, US Army 3 Jan 45 - 27 Mar 46, Texas National Guard 12 Feb 47 - 11 Feb 53. National Guard was part of the 49th Armored now the 36th ID. My son is a member of the 36th ID. Any help you could give would be greatfully appreaciate as stated I have been searching in circles for a long time now. Regards, Vicki L Hockaday (Wright) hockadayv@aol.com |
| Date: September 5, 2012
REQUEST #5506 Name: John Rossi Email: jr1928@verizon.net Subject: Military records of PFC Francesco Russe or Rossi Comments: I am trying to find out details of his receiving the Silver Star medal. Pfc Francesco Russe or Rossi, was inducted or enlisted in the US Army on October 5, 1917, sailed on April 2, 1918, and returned on October 5, 1918. He participated in every major campaign of World War 1. He suffered gas on July 15-18, 1918. My sons and families would like to know the particulars of his receiving the Silver Star Medal. There is some confusion about the spelling of the last name...Russe or Rossi. He left for his service from Hancock County,New Cumberland, Wv. He served our country and was not yet a citizen. He became an American citizen in 1922. I am grateful and thankful for any information that you might find on this matter. Please do not share any of my personal data with any search engines. Respectfully, John R. Rossi |
| Date: September 5, 2012
REQUEST #5505 Name: Juerg Herzig Email: Juerg.Herzig@sisclear.com, outlaws@bluewin.ch Subject: Information request - Battle of Sigolsheim 15th Infantry Rgt Comments: My name is Juerg Herzig from Switzerland, and I have a website Stand where they foughtI have a question to the Battle of Sigolsheim in specific what happened on December 28, 1944 after the 15th Infantry has taken the town for good. Can anyone tell me what happened with the approx 70 dead German soldiers lying in front of the schoolhouse? Where have they being buried as I am researching a German Grenadier who was killed there on Dec. 27 1944. I was told that the killed Germans have been buried in a mass grave near the soccer field. Grenadier Walter Laich, knocked out two tanks using Panzerfaust on December 19, 1944 near the monatery. Has anyone knowledge that the Americans lost two tanks on December 19 near the monastery? I know that on this day 5 tanks from Kientzheim where attacking Sigolsheim but all have been knocked out – 4 by a German officer and one by a German anti tank gun so it cant be Walter Laich. On December 27, 1944 he was near the cemetery attacking another tank with a Panzerfaust but was severely wounded during the firefight. Cordial Greetings, Juerg Herzig |
| Date: 8/20/2012
REQUEST #5504 Name: Joe Vitale Email: Joette741@aol.com Subj: ROME JUNE 4th 1944 movies and photos 3rd Infantry enters Rome Comments: On June 4th 1944 we entered Rome and searched every street for booby traps and undetinated German grenades-- Movies were taken as we approached Rome running with fixed bayonettes I'd love to see the movies taken on that momentus day, Are they available? Thanks for your assistance, Joe Vitale |
| Date: August 9, 2012
REQUEST #5503 Name: Johnny Williams Email: johncwilliams57@gmail.com Subject: THIRD I D Comments: I was in HHQ third i d in 1972-1976. how can i get a company pic at lawson post kitzingen germany |
| Date: 8-9-12
REQUEST #5502 Name: Bill Henry Address: 89 Bunn Rd. City, State, ZIP: Dyersburg, Tenn 38024 Telephone: 731 676 5656 E-mail: byhenry@bellsouth.net Subject: Looking For Roland Nadeau Comments: Looking for our mail clerk, Roland Nadeau. HHb 3rd inf div arty, larson barracks, Kizingen Germany 1970 - 1971 contact byhenry@bellsouth.net |
| Date: August 6, 2012
REQUEST #5501 Name: Connie Wallukait Email: conjo@mchsi.com Subject: 3rd U.S. Infantry - Peter Behanish Comments: I need some help in locating the military records for Peter Behanish b: 1900 Austria d: 1938 Iowa. I have searched all online databases with various spellings and I'm not finding anything. What I do know is that the cemetery records for Peter say he served in World War I - Ohio Pvt. 1st Class, 3rd U.S. Infantry. The family has a photo of him with his military horse so I'm assuming he was with a calvary division. I have no records for Peter before the 1925 census of Iowa where he is listed as immigrating in 1903-1904 and had lived in Iowa 3 years (abt 1922). Any help in locating his military records or anything referring to him in any records which be much appreciated. Thank you for your time, Connie Wallukait Des Moines, Iowa |
| Date: August 3, 2012 3:15 PM
REQUEST #5500 Name: Derek_Hilts Name: John Morello, Ph.D. DeVry University Addison, Il 60101 630-652-8273 916-930-5628 Email: JMorello@devry.edu Subject: Tracking down a member of the 3rd. Good Afternoon, My name is John Morello, and I am researching the life of a friend and colleague, Edward W. Venckus, Cpt., US Army OF102383, who served his country in Germany and later Vietnam. It's his service in Germany I'm trying to document right now. After Ed left university, he was commissioned a 2LT and sent to Fort Benning for Basic Infantry and Airborne Inftantry training. In December, of 1964 he was sent to Germany for 2 1/2 years. I'm trying to determine if he went as a member of the 3rd ID. Is there any way to check those records? Thank you. John Morello, Ph.D. Senior Professor of History DeVry University Addison, Il 60101 630-652-8273 916-930-5628 |
| Date: August 3, 2012
REQUEST #5499 Name: Derek_Hilts Tel: 916-930-5628 Email: Derek_Hilts@fws.gov Subject: Anzio soldier search Hi Guys, First off, thank you very much for all you're doing - WWW.WARFOTO.COM is really something. I was wondering if you could help me discover living comrades of my deceased father, Sgt. Richard B. Hilts. He was in Company I of the 30th Infantry Regiment of the 3rd Infantry Division that landed in Anzio in January 1944. Any info about his unit would be much appreciated. Thanks. Derek Hilts Proud Son of a WWII vet |
| Date: July 14, 2012
REQUEST #5498 Name: Claude Damewood Email: cdamewood@att.net Subject: Looking for a fellow soldier Comments: Looking for Sgt Gallestine of 4th Armored Div Hq CO 46th AMB served in Korea...Lived in Dayton Ohio. Claude Damewood |
| Date: July 11, 2012
REQUEST #5497 Name: Dale Lockling Email: dlockling@gmail.com Subject: Looking for ww2 info - Robert W Lockling Comments: Hey, I was wondering if anyone has info on my Grandfather? His name was Robert W Lockling he was in E Company, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Division. He was taken pow on Anzio beach around February 1944, I'm not sure when he was released.. I cant find any info because of the Fire in 1973 his file was lost. Any info is greatly appreciated. Dale Lockling Webmaster's Note. Pvt Robert W. Lockling is listed as a POW in the 7th Infantry Regiment in the roster section of the book, "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" on page 464. |
| Date: July 8, 2012
REQUEST #5496 Name: Barry Email: thecustodian52@gmail.com Subject: 760th Comments:My father in law was in 760th. He is 94 and can't remember what company he was in. His name is Rueben Talbot. I have been reading the trilogy by Rick Atikinson. If there any help I would appreciate it. He said he landed around the island of Capri. Thank you |
| Date: June 30, 2012
REQUEST #5495 Name: Ann V. Klotz Email: aklotz@laurelschool.org Subject: My Uncle, Jimmy Vauclain Comments:Sir, My Uncle, Jimmy Vauclain, was in K Co. of the 30th division of the 3rd Company. I hope I have this terminology right. He died on May 24, 1944, having been on the beach head for many weeks. Is it possible anyone is still alive who knew him? Thank you for any direction you can give me. Ann V. Klotz Head, Laurel School 1 Lyman Circle Shaker Heights, OH 44122 www.laurelschool.org To inspire each girl to fulfill her promise and to better the world. Webmaster's Note: SSgt James L. Vauclain is listed in the roster section of the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" on page 531, as a member of the 30th Infantry Regiment and killed in action. |
| Date: June 30, 2012
REQUEST #5494 Name: Bill Sarring Email: wsarring@wi.rr.com Subject: VA benifit need for widow Enlisted - Robert Lee Sanders or Robert Lee Zielinski - April 18, 1948 - July 14, 1953 Was is Korea. Can not find service number, DD214, or SS number during this time. Have checked home town, VFW, National Personnel Records Center. Last unit may be been USArmy Military District of Washington(MDW) Any info will be appreciated. Bill Sarring 773 N. Holden St. Port Washington, WI 53074 262-880-1859 wsarring@wi.rr.com |
| Date: June 29, 2012
REQUEST #5493 Name: Deanna Young Telephone: 1-760/832-2883 Email: okmrsyoung@gmail.com Subject: Information Please 1 Comments: Hello… I got your name from an historical reenactor friend of ours. My husband was stationed in Giebelstadt Germany with the 3rd Infantry Division as a weather officer with the Air Force. Retired, we now do a veterans expo each year in association with The Salvation Army. The Program is called VEAP (Veterans Easy Access Program) and we have vendors from many military, government, local and national agencies who come together one day each year all in one place to give information and services to veterans and active duty. We also honor two active duty from our local 29 Palms Marine Base, and two distinguished veterans from our local area. I have attached a picture taken the first year of our Expo at the Indio Armory. We have been growing. This year we have, as our key note speaker, Secretary Peter Gravett, California Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Joining him on the stage will be Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack, Assemblymen Brian Nestande and Manuel Perez, and County Supervisor John Benoit. Mike Moore will be portraying FDR. He is a member of CHG 2nd Armored Division, Military Vehicle Owners of Orange County and The Flying Tigers AVG Living History Group. Mike was with us last year. Now the information I need. What is the procedure to be considered for an appearance by some of your folks? We will be at the Riverside County Fair Grounds this year on Saturday, October 27. It is a short day. The expo opens at 9 and runs through 1:30. It is a free event and includes free hot dogs, snacks, beverages, etc. If you could help by making an appearance, it would be a blessing. We will have an outside display with a Half-Track provided by the Patton Museum, and we are expecting a display, as yet undetermined to be provided by the Palm Springs Air Museum. We would love for you to join us. Thanks for your help and consideration. Blessings, Deanna Young Co-chair VEAP EXPO Member, Advisory Board The Salvation Army Cathedral City Corps 760/832-2883 okmrsyoung@gmail.com |
| Date: June 24, 2012
REQUEST #5492 Name: Billy Loden Email: billycloden@yahoo.com Subject: Pvt. B.F. Loden Comments: My brother, Pvt. B.F. Loden, was in the 1139th Engineer Combat Group, when he left the USA, out of New York to England. He was in Company B 206th Engineer. He had a "A" patch on his arm. I cannot get any information on the date he went across the channel. But a letter of his, dated July2, 1944, tells us he is in France, but not where. He was killed instantly killed, when a friends rifle accidently discharged near Chambley, France & buried at Andilly. He was killed on 9.18.1944, his 21st birthday. I have not been able to get any additional..information because of the fire at St Louis. I was only 10 when he was killed and would love to get any information on his unit's combat record from anybody. Sincerely, Billy Charles Loden, Sr. |
| Date: June 24, 2012
REQUEST #5491 Email: truybal@att.net Subject: Theodore S. Ruybal Comment: I am researching my father's time with the 15th regiment of the 3rd. His name is Theodore S. Ruybal. He was an infantryman and a paratrooper. He was in Africa, Sicily and Italy. He was wounded at the battle of San Fratello, in Sicily and again in Italy, but I don't know which battle. Something to do with Naples/Foggia. Upon recuperating from his wounds, he finished his time in the army as a MP guarding prisoners of war in Texas at Mineral springs and at Maxia Texas. I would like to know which company and squad he was attached to. Attached is a photo of him and his friends. He is the thin short one front right. You can contact me at truybal@att.net.  Webmaster's Note: PFC Theodore S. Ruybal is listed as a member of the 15th Infantry Regiment in the roster section of the book History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII on page 500. |
| Date: June 17, 2012
REQUEST #5490 From: Gizmo Email: gizmo6970@ymail.com Subject: SGT. Haynes Abney & PFC. Alvie Abney Comments: Hello, I'm trying to find all the info on my great uncle who served with the 7th infantry 3rd division. His name and # is PFC. Alvie Abney # 35728916. Only thing I have found is he was KIA/Mia on January 31st 1944. Monument: Sicily & Rome, Italy. Would also like info on his brother. Would like info on his brother SGT. Haynes Abney. All I know is Haynes inlisted in the army in may 1942 went overseas in dec.1943. Any info would be greatly appreaciated. Contact me at Gizmo6970@ymail.com |
| Date: June 16, 2012
REQUEST #5489 Name: Cathy Stewart Email: cathyand2@warpdriveonline.com Subject: Private Dalton O. Langley Comments: hello, my name is cathy stewart i am looking for information on my great uncle dalton langley he was 30th infantry 3rd division and was killed in action november 1 1943. I am curious to know if theres anybody out there who may have fought next to him at war. I would love to get in contact with them if so. my family knows very little of dalton other than the stories my grandmother (daltons sister) tells and a few photographs (would love to find some of him at war). dalton never was married and never had any kids and most of his siblings are gone now and the few that remain are not computer savvy, therefore i am really the only one searching...please if you can help me i would very much appreciate the opportunity to learn more of him and pass his story on to my children. thank you! Webmaster's Note: Pvt Dalton O. Langley is listed a KIA in the 30th Infantry Regiment roster section of the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII on page 521. |
| Date: June 11, 2012
REQUEST #5488 Name: Rick Rolak Email: tempcomechanical@gmail.com Subject: Joseph John Rolak 36003938 1 Comments: Dear Sir: My dad was in the 3rd Infantry Div 30th Regiment Co I during WWII. He was awarded the Silver Star on 8 November 1942, the first day of ground combat in the ETO (see attached). There were no DSCs or Medals of Honor awarded that day, which makes it possible that he was the first American soldier decorated for bravery in the ETO. Does the Division have an historian or any other way to prove or disprove this? Thanks, Rick Rolak  |
| Date: June 8, 2012
REQUEST #5487 Name: Paul Martin Telephone: 1-651-260-1733 Email: gbny@baldwin-telecom.net Subject: Name/Unit search Comments: I have recently picked up a small grouping from John A. Monfrino SN# 32 564 035 who served with the 3rd Div. in WW2. He received the CIB and a bronze star. I have been trying to find out which Comments: I have recently picked up a small grouping from John A. Monfrino SN# 32 564 035 who served with the 3rd Div. in WW2. He received the CIB and a bronze star. I have been trying to find out which unit he was in and where he saw action. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Paul Martin Webmaster's Note: PFC Joun A Monfrino is listed as a member of the 7th Infantry Regiment in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" on page 466. |
| Date: June 4, 2012
REQUEST #5486 Name: Angela McPherson E-mail: acbarkhouse@gmail.com Subject: Robert Nelson Garnett Comments: Looking for information on Robert Nelson Garnett. Born May 1, 1945 in Middleton Nova Scotia. Passed away March 10, 1977. Buried in Massachusetts. Was in the US Army. Father was Norman Garnett. Looking for medical history. Hr is listed as my father in my baby book. Need to confirm. Please contact me at acbarkhouse@gmail.com with any information. Thank you! |
| Date: June 2, 2012
REQUEST #5485 Name: Jill Johnson Email: jillj@arvig.net Subject: SSgt. Robert Harju Comments: I am researching SSgt. Robert Harju, 30th Infantry Regiment, Company “I” who died 8-4-44 during Operation Shingle. Do you know what Battalion Company “I” is in? Thanks so much for your help. Sincerely, Jill Johnson Park Rapids, Minnesota |
| Date: 5-31-2012
REQUEST #5484 Name: Lisa Preston E-mail: lisapreston@optonline.net Subject: William J. McLee Comments: Hello, My great-uncle died before I met him, and months before my mom was born. My grandad (William McLee's baby Brother) did not ever talk about him, not even to his 8 children. Following the recent deaths of grand parents and great aunts and uncles, I am doing a lot of family tree research (so my young nieces and nephews don't lose the trail) and cannot find much on my uncle other than that he is buried at the Sicily-Rome American cemetery, received a Purple Heart, and died 2-25-1944 (probably) at Anzio. He enlisted (or was drafted?) in NYC. Their mom died at my grandad's birth, and he lost touch with his other brother as well as his dad. It is possible his death was something that impacted them all so much they stopped talking but I will never know the reason now. Both my grandparents and a 2nd uncle who was named for William J are now deceased. None of us has info about what happened to Uncle William other than that he died and was buried in military plot. I think it important to be informed so the younger members of the family can recognize the honor of his service as well. The notation for my uncle on the abm overseas grave website notes that he is listed as CPL William McLee. It also says he was with the 4065th unit. I cannot find 4065 as a listed unit on any docs I find for the 5th Army but one does reference 4065 Quartermaster Service Company as being attached to a 263 or 249 QM battalion. I'm confused because I cannot think how QM service company member would normally be getting a Purple Heart. Did Anzio get so bad that service company was fighting? I have tried reading online excerpts of Anzio vet diaries and the period from 2/16 or 2/19 thru to 2/25 seems to always be not fully noted, if at all. Often the 2/26 notes say some relief came in for the fighting. Can we find out what could have happened? He also would probably have been listed as colored although my understanding also is that their mom was Native Amaerican. The closest I have come to finding out what (I think) happened is finding PVT Paul G.Brown's diary page but the version I found from some years back did not cover the dates in February. And I don't even know if William was 3rd or 7th or 45th. The numbering is SO confusing. Hope someone can help & thanks! Lisa Preston |
| Date: May 28, 2012
REQUEST #5483 Name: Reindel, Jim Email: jreindel@amgen.com Subject: Osfort Story Comments: I enjoyed visiting the website to follow a bit of history of the 3rd Division. My father was in the 3rd Division and was wounded at Anzio with grenade schrapnel entering the nose and coming into the top of his mouth. He was patched up in Naples and sent back to the invasion of southern France. I had been with him on several trips to Germany but he didn’t talk much about the war except a few small stories particularly around the occupation days in Salzburg. He kept in touch with the family that owned the Gasthaus that was the battalion headquarters (Gasthaus John) near the banhoff in Salzburg. One story he briefly alluded to was about a half track they loaded up with explosives and drove it into a fort wall. He said it didn’t explode so they used mortar rounds to set it off. He spoke German fluently and he talked the Germans inside into giving up in the German language and the number of prisoners were around 84. It was covered in our local news paper clippings. He received the bronze star for his activities. He never remembered the name of the site but he said it was around Strassburg and my visit to Colmar and the Alsace area brought back some of his memories. Nice to see some more history on the website. He passed away some 12 years ago. I still have many of his photos and some are from his tour through Kassle, Obersalzburg, Nuremburg, and Salzburg. Jim Reindel |
| Date: May 27, 2012
REQUEST #5482 Name: Scott Bender Email: scott.bender@kellercert.org Subject: 1262 Engineer Combat Bn, Co. B, Frederick Bender Comments: Hello, I am trying to reseach my grandfathers WWII history(Frederick Bender,T-5). He was with the 1262 Engineer Combat Battalion,Co.B from 1944 to 1946 when he was discharged. I am trying to locate any personnel and unit records(especially the unit rosters)and photos. I am not sure which platoon he was assigned to. I have some unit history reports of actions in Belgium and Germany from 1945-1946. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Scott Bender smbender@1scom.net |
| Date: May 22, 2012
REQUEST #5481 Name: John Morici Email: johnmorici@gmail.com Subject: Melvin James Dalby Army stationed in Germany 1946 Comments: Maybe you can point me to where I have to look. The soldier Melvin James Dalby also knon as Jimmy Dalby. Hated the first name Melvin. Is my bio.father. Was stationed near Asslar Germany or Frankfort. I am 65 yrs young and was told this recently by my mother. Believe he may be from Minn.I know Army records were destroyed in St Louis in 1959. Need help trying to find info on him. He was sick and sent back home in 1946. He did try to contact my mother later because he knew she was pregnant by him. Her mother never gave her the letters because she married another soldier who became my so called father and i was brought to Chicago where I grew up. I can be reached by phone or email at 847 417 3194. I now live in Kentucky. Thankyou for any help you may have John Morici |
| Date: May 20, 2012
REQUEST #5480 Name: Mike Hancy Email: mikehancy@gmail.com Subject: Fifth Army Pontelatone / Liberi / Caserta / Dragoni Comments: I came across a reference to Pontelatone on one of the WebPages here. I know during the WWII (circa 1945 I think) there was quite a bit of activity there. My mother is from this Italian village; I may be grasping at straws but I’ve been trying to track down some photos of the village at it may have been in those days. Nobody in the village has any photos of that time as none of them had cameras. I’m assuming that many of the American forces personnel had camera and may have taken photos at that time; especially as I believe some of the German forces may have surrendered to the Allies in or around Pontelatone. Does anyone have any idea how I may go about contacting any American ex-forces member or their current families who may have any photos? Kind Regards, Mike |
| Date: May 19, 2012
REQUEST #5479 Name: Mike Orr Email: Mike.Orr@Daimler.com Subject; 3rd Infantry Div. Seventh Infantry Regiment Company "F" Sept '44 2 Dear Sir / Madame, I will be going to Europe for a month soon on business and I would like to possibly follow in my fathers footsteps on my free time so to speak. My father never spoke of the war so I don't have a lot of info to go on. But I do have a citation for the Silver Star he was awarded. He did not actually receive it until sometime in the early 60s due to being wounded. My father died back in 87. I have a few pictures of him in uniform and these letters. Any information you could give me would be greatly appreciated. (See attached photos: silver star 4march45.JPG)(See attached file: silver star26feb45.JPG) With Best Regards / Mit freundlichem Gruß Mike Orr Maintenance Engineer Body Engineering Mike.Orr@Daimler.com 1 Mercedes Drive Vance, Al. 35490 Desk (205) 462- 5529   |
| Date: May 18, 2012
REQUEST #5478 Name: Penny Curtin Email: pcurt@grantsburg.k12.wi.us Subject: soldier Comments: Hello, I am looking for information on my father, Robert W. Olson. He was a captain in the army and I think he belonged to the 3rd division, but I am not sure. He enlisted in the Army National Guard and then entered the army. He was from Fairmont, MN Thank you, Penny His daughter |
| Date: May 17, 2012
REQUEST #5477 Name: Rainer Peter Email: rainerpeter@gmx.de Subject: August 1968 Comments: Gentlemen! I will closed my study "August 1968 - diary of a crisis - operations of the german border police and the NATO in the cssr-crisis". Have you in your archive any informations? Or can you give my adresse to witnesses to history of these days in August 1968? Thank you very much for your help. With a lot of regards. Rainer Peter Tholeyer Str 18 66620 Primstal Germany |
| Date: May 17, 2012
REQUEST #5476 Name: Kevin Carolan Email: kcarolan@cox.net Subject: Looking for 3d MI Bn personnal Comments: Hi, My name is Kevin Carolan and I am interested in finding personnal from the 3d Military Intelligence Detachment during the period Sept. 1969- Oct. 1971. At the time I was a WO1 (Order of Battle Technician) and was the first OB Tech ever assigned to the 3d MI Detachment, 3d Infantry Division. The 3d MI Det. was located in downtown Wurzburg, while the HQ's of the 3d Infantry Division was at Leighton Barracks in Wurzburg. Any Information pertaining to the 3d MI Det. or G2 Section of the 3d Infantry Division during this time framd would be appreciated. My e-mail address is kcarolan@cox.net Thank you Kevin J. Carolan CW3, Retired |
| Date: May 17, 2012
REQUEST #5475 Name: Kristi Email: patch@thepalmers.net Subject; Invitation to Blog on the Loganville Patch Comments: Hi, this is Kristi from the Fort Stewart Patch. If you aren’t familiar with your area’s Patch check us out at http://fortstewart.patch.com/ Currently we are inviting organizations and members of the community to share their knowledge or thoughts on our site and we would like to invite you and your organization to blog for free on the Fort Stewart Patch. There are no requirements to blog, no deadlines and no minimum postings. You can make a post once or month or twice a week and you can write to educate the community, share thoughts and ideas or promote events and happenings. Please consider blogging on our site and let me know if you are interested. Here’s a link to the blog sign-up page. It’s fast and easy… http://fortstewart.patch.com/blog/apply If you need any assistance getting set up or you decide to try it please let me know! Thanks so much and hope to read your posts soon! Kristi Fort Stewart Patch |
| Date: Mon 5/14/2012
REQUEST #5474 Name: Kristian Pierce Email: xhitmanx@gmail.com Subject: Co. M of the 7th Infantry -WWI Comments: Let me start off by apolgizing for any bother. I'm sure you get "bugged" by many for information. I am trying to gather some information on a great uncle on my dad's side of the family. He was a member of Company M, 7th infantry WW I. His full name was Marvin "Bud" Cecil Robinson. Tennessee. I have one photo of him in uniform (my father is having problems finding it, but I know that we have that photo) His grave marker lists: Marvin C Robinson Tennessee Co.M of the 7th Infantry WWI I am trying to get some information for my father and any lead would be helpful. Below is what i have found on google. Bud lived in Carroll Co., TN (no town or city state) according to his WWI Draft Registration Card and says he was tall, medium build, with blue eyes and black hair. He served in WW I as a Private in Co.M of the 7th Infantry. Thank you for any help you give. Kristian Pierce |
| Date: May 9, 2012
REQUEST #5473 Name: ava herron Email: leftie1945@yahoo.com Subject: Phillip Herron Army Air Corps Comments: Hello, I am looking for information on my Uncle Philip Herron, who was in the US Army Air Corps in WWII. He was attached to the RAF, and his squadron went down off the coast of England in the 1940s. I have heard from a relative who said he is buried in one of the VA cemetaries in England, but I have lost the specifics and would like to share with a cousin who just contacted. (Our gene pool is pretty small). My Uncle was born in Arkansas, his parents were Philip and Irma Temple Herron. Thank you |
| Date: May 8, 2012
REQUEST #5472 Name: Tim Joseph Email: timjoseph@timjoseph.com Subject: Fathers WWII History Research Comments: Dear sir/madam, Kindly, Steve Dixon of the 70th Infantry Division Association directed me towards your site after resolving a mystery for me on my fathers, Arthur James Joseph, service in WWII. His discharge papers show him a member of the 70th (then only papers I have as the rest appear to have been lost in the records fire) but Steve, looking at his service record, believes he was transferred to the 70th after hostilities ended to transfer home and believes he was a 3rd Division Veteran. Battles and Campaigns: Naples Foggia Southern France GO 33 ED 45 Rome Arno Rhineland GO 40 WD 45 Central Europe GO 48 WD 45 I was hoping that you might be able to direct me to any information resources about his service during the war. His discharge papers are attached in the CCE00000.PDF file. Thanks in advance for any direction you may be able to provide. My 13 year old daughter is traveling to the WWII Memorial this weekend with her student counsel class and this has driven me to try and find some information about where dad fought. He spoke little about it as I grew up. Regards, Tim Joseph - timjoseph@timjoseph.com 1- 281-802-3412 Cell |
| Date: April 27, 2012
REQUEST #5471 Name: Ann Wiggins Email: tchsclassof82@gmail.com Subject; Looking for contact information for Joseph Daniel Altman,TCHS Class of '82 Comments: Hi, My name is Ann Wiggins and I am chairing the Tift County High School Class of 1982 reunion committee. We are trying to locate all of our class members and need your help in locating CSM Joseph Daniel Altman, 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry. I can find articles about him on the internet, but no address. Can you please supply me with an email address or a mailing address, so that I can send him an invitation? Thanks Ann Wiggins |
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| Date: April 26, 2012
REQUEST #5470 Name: Helen Snyder Location: Muscatine, Iowa 52761 Email: helen0608@machink.com Subject: Old cap 3 Comments: My mother passed away and we are cleaning out years worth of stuff. Among the items we found was a Korean War soldiers cap worn by my uncle when he was in the war. We wondered if this had any value and what we should do with it Please send response to: helen0608@machink.com Helen Snyder-Moore Muscatine, Iowa 52761 PS - this is not the army helmet, but the dress uniform cap. |
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| Date: April 24, 2012
REQUEST #5469 Name: Domenic Pastore Jr. Address: 65 Leuba Road City,State, ZIP: Coventry, RI 02816 Email: dpast32@aol.com Subject: Company E (2nd Bn) 15th Inf. / 3rd Inf. Div. Comments: Hello, I am currently attempting to document the circumstances surrounding the death of SGT. Ernest F. MATHIAS, asn 31148036 of Providence, Rhode Island. Sgt. Mathias was assigned to the 3rd Division's Company E (2nd Battalion) 15th Infantry Regt. As far as I can discern, he was initially listed as an MIA, during E Co.'s assault on enemy positions during the "Anzio Breakout", on May 23, 1944. (Re: Operation Buffalo) Sometime later, on or about 17 July 1944, his body was located by GRS personnel in the vicinity of the May 23rd attack. His official status was now changed from MIA to KIA. As I'm sure your'e well aware, the events of 23 May 1944 were extremely hectic, & tend to resist any attempt at compiling into a usable timeline. From my brief look into the day's action(s), I found that E/15 initiated one of the few documented bayonet charges to have occuted during WW2 !! That charge may have been when & where Sgt Mathias became KIA ? If your organization has ANY information that may be of use to me in my research, I would DEEPLY APPRECIATE your assistance. I am especially interested in any data related to E/15 during May & June 1944, if you happen to have such data available. I THANK YOU in advance for your kind assistance, & will eagerly await your reply. Best Regards, Dom Pastore Jr. |
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| Date: April 21, 2012
REQUEST #5468 Name: Dwi Rochfort Email: duwi@bigpond.com Subject: Patrick David Richards Comments: Hi, I had a friend whose name is Patrick David Richards, and said to be in Iraq joined 3rd infantry division. We've lost contact. I wonder if you can help me allocate where he is about or is it true that he served in this division. Your help will be greatfully appreciated. Thank you. Regards, Dwi Rochfort |
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| Date: April 20, 2012
REQUEST #5467 Name: Mario Mandolesi Ferrini Email: info@thefactory1944.org Subject: the Factory Assotiation info Comments: I am Mario Mandolesi Ferrini, and I'm the president of the onlus Association "The Factory 1944". Our mission is to conserve the History of our territory during the WWII and comunicate to the young generations of Aprilia, Italy. Could we ask you to use your webmail in our web site(www.thefactory1944.org)? And could we contact you if we need some information about the battle of Anzio/Aprilia? Thank you very much Regards, Mario Mandolesi Ferrini |
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| Date: April 20, 2012
REQUEST #5466 Name: WENDY CANNING Email: wendycanning@fsmail.net Subject: Long shot!! Comments: Hi, I was just looking at your website for people trying to find out about ancestors who have a military background, and Im not sure if anyone can help, but it's worth a try!. I am trying to find my mother's father, all I know is that he was based in Maindy Barracks in Cardiff, Wales around 1937, my mum was born in 1938. My nan would never talk about it, and there is no father's name on my mother's birth certificate, we think he was an American Soldier, I don't know what regiment he would have been in, my only hope is that someone may have had a relative who served there during that time, so at least I could find out which units were based there then. My mum's mum was called Iris Whitcombe, and I would really love to help my mum find out something. Any help at all would be great!! |
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| Date: April 12, 2012
REQUEST #5465 Name: Larry Fitzgerald Email: ljf501@msn.com Subject: Dog Face Statue Years ago I was a member of the 3rd MP Company, 3rd Infantry Division, and was stationed at Leighton Barracks in Wurzburg Germany. At that time on post there was a Marne Garden and in it was a large bronze statue of the 3rd Division’s Dogface Soldier as shown on page 29 of the most recent edition of The Watch on the Rhine. What became of that statue. It was quite large and I’m sure expensive to move. Is it at Fort Stewart? I know the post has been returned to the Germans and I know the 1st Division was there for some time before that. Could you let me know? Thanks. Larry Fitzgerald Webmaster's Note: I believe the statue was moved to Fort Stewart in Georgia.  |
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| Date: April 10, 2012
REQUEST #5464 Name: Shirley Rebouté Email: shirley.reb@wanadoo.fr Subject: Dean Harvey Comments: Hello ! I'm looking for the exact name of the company who was in Champagnole (Jura) in September 1944. My mother and my father met in this city. My father Dean b. Harvey was Metis afro American. He had landed in Provence summer 1944. I think it was Sergeant-major. He then left the Champagnole to Nancy where my mother joined him, and then the Germany and the Austria where "he died" in an accident. I lost my mother very young and I don't have much information on my father. I contacted St. Louis, but part of the archives were burned. Can you give me some information. I have 672ème LCRA or 612ème LCRA, but I do not to overlap for more details. Thank you very much. Shirley Rebouté |
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| Date: April 7, 2012
REQUEST #5463 Name: Jeffrey Freeman Email: JFree99877@aol.com Subject: My Grandfather in the 76th Dear Sir, Comments: My grandfather Samuel Zerbe served in the 76th field artillery (Bat A) 3rd Division and served through the war, and right through the post war occupation in Coblenz Germany. He was president of Society of the 3rd Division 1967 at the reunion city of Tacoma Washington. I am looking for any information of the 3rd's post armistice period as an occupation force in Coblenz. I have found very little, and would like to compile a more complete account of that time for him. After the fraternization ban was lifted, my grandfather met my grandmother (a German national) at a local dance held by the German Red Cross. They ended up marrying in 1920 and she emigrated with my grandfather in 1921 to United States. I am also looking for any information about the 1967 Society reunion where there were quite a few members from the 76th present as I remember as a child him talking about it. Any information you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Jeffrey Freeman I have attached several photos, and have more if you are interested. I also have a hard back book of the 3rd divisions service record from 1917 through 1919 which was printed in Germany and offered to all veterans of the 3rd back in 1922.
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| Date: April 7, 2012
REQUEST #5462 Name: JOHN CRESPI Telephone: 1-913-397-6318 Email: Ekkdog@sbcglobal.net Subject: Troop C 2nd Squardon 7th Cavalry Dear Sirs, Do you have a point of contact listing for Troop C 2/7th Cavalry which served in Bamberg Germany . If you cannot give out the contact info can you pass mine contact on to them. Thank you for any you can give me. John Crespi |
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| Date: April 2, 2012
REQUEST #5461 Name: Cathy Cole Email: catcole99@yahoo.com Subject: Information on Harold Norman Cole Comments: Hello, I am looking for information on Harold Norman Cole, he was in 7th army 3rd division. we think he received a metal, I am his daughter in law, and I have some old photos that he left us. any information you could give would be greatly appreciated. |
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| Date: April 1, 2012
REQUEST #5460 Name: Mario Mandolesi Ferrini Email: info@thefactory1944.org Subject: RE:the factory 1944 Good morning, I am Mario Mandolesi Ferrini, and I'm the president of the onlus Association "The Factory 1944". Our mission is to conserve the History of our territory during the WWII and comunicate to the young generations. Could we ask you to use your webmail in our web site(www.thefactory1944.org)? And could we contact you if we need some information about the battle of Anzio/Aprilia? Thank you very much Regards, Mario Mandolesi Ferrini |
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| Date: March 25, 2012
REQUEST #5459 Name: Tom & Conny Fachet City, State: Central Point OR Email: tfachet@charter.net Subject: 504th - E Company -- Lonnie L Varner Comments: Good Afternoon, My father, Pvt. Lonnie L Varner - 504th Paratrooper Infantry, E Company was WIA in the Battle of the Bulge at Cologne on 7 February 1945 and Anzio 23 April 1944. Do you know where the actual battle location of the 504th was during the Battle of the Bulge and Anzio on the date of his WIA’s? My dad is now deceased and we have been researching some of his military service based on his DD214. He received a European African Eastern Theatre Ribbon with 5 Bronze Service Stars – Victory Medal , Good Conduct Medal , Purple Heart with one Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, Silver Star Medal, a Bronze Star medal, Distinguished Service Cross, Presidential Unit Award with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, Croix De Guerre. Is there any way you would know what action caused him to receive the various medals? Thanks for your time and information. Sincerely, Thomas Fachet & Conny Varner Fachet Central Point OR |
| Date: March 24, 2012
REQUEST #5458 Name: Douglas Patry Email: vietnamman1971@gmail.com Subject: PFC Jean A Patry Comments: I am trying to locate a picture of my uncle Jean If someone has a group picture or a graduation from basic training picture please let me know. Jean was KIA 23 May 1944 i think on Anzio. Webmaster's Note: PFC Jean A. Patry (KIA) was listed as a member of the 30th Infantry Regiment on page 526 in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII". |
| Date: March 22, 2012
REQUEST #5457 Name: Robert Gaddy Telephone: (919)560-3906 Email: Robert.Gaddy@dpsnc.net Subject: Rufus Tucker Boylan Comments: Sergeant Machine Gun Company 30th ID . Camp Sevier SC 1917. Ardennes 1918. machine gunner. Died in Virginia sanitarium early 1940s . 44 years of age. Was not well after return from war. Can you give me details of his service? Battles? Likely experiences? Robert Boylan Gaddy Assistant Principal, 7th Grade Brogden Middle School (919)560-3906 505th PIR 82nd Abn Division 18th Abn Corps LRS |
| Date: March 22, 2012
REQUEST #5456 Name: Rawlins, Randy Email: Randy.Rawlins@luzernecounty.org Subject: Searching for info on my uncle, Major John L Foster Comments: My uncle served in the US Army during WWII and again in the Korean Conflict. I have been told that he was one of the few black officers involved in both conflicts. I have been told that he may have had something to do with transportation deployment while stationed in England. He passed away in 1995 and I never really talked to him about what he did during the war. Any info that you can find would be welcomed. He was born in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania not sure of his date of birth, if that would help your search let me know. |
| Date: March 21, 2012
REQUEST #5455 Name: Steve Conroy Conroy Public Relations Inc. 101 Huntington Avenue 20th Fl Boston MA 02199 617.587.8087 Office / 617.331.7245 Cell Email: seconroy@hotmail.com Inquiry- Raimond Conroy Comments: Rock, I have finally began a search for my uncle who, I believe served with the Third Division, as I have a handmade wrist bracelet that has his name: Raimond Conroy and "Africa, Sicily, Italy" on it. As I think the 3rd was the only division to participate in all three, I hope I can find out more about him and where he fought. Thank you, Steve Conroy |
| Date: March 19, 2012
REQUEST #5454 Name: marcy taber Cell: 405.623.0737 (Cell) Email: mgwes@cox.net Subject Would appreciate help or direction! Comments: Dear Sir---I apologize for the intrusion but I'm in need of help or direction. My husband, John H. Westerhoff, III. was a WWII veteran serving as an Infantry Officer in the Fifth Division of General George S. Patton's Third Army. He was taken prisoner in the latter stages of the war and was the recipient of the Silver and Bronze Stars, Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, Combat Infantry Badge, European Theatre of Operation Medal with four battle stars and the Presidential Unit Citation. John passed away 29th March 1998. I found out a year ago that I might be entitled to spouse benefits. My problem however I have no "hard copy" support for the above and unless I find someway for documentation the VFW is saying it doesn't exist. I am appealing their decision. I have printed off the information of The Fifth Infantry Division WWII and it exactly as John told me...we even retraced his steps in 1989 starting in France all the way to the end of his duty. John was 22 years older than me and obviously both his parents are deceased and I have a feeling that is where his history was kept. If you have any suggestion, ideas, web sites that I'm missing to help me in this process it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for your attention to the above. I look forward to hearing from you. Marcy G. Westerhoff 405.623.0737 (Cell) mgwes@cox.net |
| Date: March 5, 2012
REQUEST #5453 Name: Darrell State: Minnesota Email: dsm400@aol.com Subject: Company photo Comments: Hello. My dad, TSgt. Martin Miller, was in the army during WWII and was at Camp Jackson, SC for training. I have a very old company photograph with all the members but it has become very faded and worn and I can't see him in the picture any longer. On the front of the photo it says Company A, 3rd Infantry, Camp Jackson SC, Feb. 10 1940. I am trying to locate another photograph of this company with my dad in it. Thank you for any help. Darrell Minnesota |
| Date: 03/03/2012
REQUEST #5452 Name: Richard Bergeron E-Mail: Richbergeronpet@att.net Location: Petaluma california Subject: Co A 35th trans bn 3rd Inf Div, 1959 to1960 Wurzburg, Germany Comments: Is this outfit still active? The queens chariots was a great name for it. Drove for everybody was on alert 24/7 thanks Richard pfc 4th platoon. |
| Date: February 25, 2012
REQUEST #5451 Name: trudie edmonds Email: connerbob7@msn.com Subject: Search Comments: Hello, I'm not quite sure where to start I went on a dating site and met a soldier serving in the 3rd Infantry Division in Afghanistan the emails we exchange say sent from 3rd Infantry Division Kabul. I guess what I want to know after reading horror stories of scams does Staff Sergeant David Cowen exsist? I hope you can help me a lot of the stories say they have been asked for things I haven't yet. Thank you Ms T Edmonds England |
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| Date: February 25, 2012
REQUEST #5450 Name: Kurt Rossi Email: kurtrossi@comcast.net Subject: 3ID in Korea questions Comments: Is there a website where I can find the structure of the 3rd ID during the Korean War? I am trying to put together a shadow box for my father and am not having much luck finding any information. I have his 214 form but nothing else. Apparently, his personnel file was lost in a fire at the NPRC. I know he served as a Cpl (T) in the 2nd platoon, 3rd recon company, 3rd ID. He was in Korea from Nov 1953 - April 1955. I’m trying to figure out what distinctive insignia he would have worn on a garrison cap. I have his 1st infantry regiment pin from training but am looking for insignia from units he was transferred to while in Korea. I’m also confused as most of the history of the 3rd ID says it left Korea in Oct. 1954 but my dad would have been there 6 more months????? Sincerely, Kurt Rossi |
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| Date: 02/19/2012
REQUEST #5449 Name: William Ridgeway Address: 226 Bolard Ave City, State, ZIP: Cambridge Srings, PA 16403 Telephone: 814-853-8045 FAX: 814-398-8971 E-mail: cspdsgt403@live.com Subject: M Company 417th Infantry Regiment 76th Division Comments: My Grandfather: I am trying to find out any information on my Grandfathers company. He was wounded in Sicily on August 8th 1943. Any information would be great.... |
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| Date: February 12, 2012
REQUEST #5448 FROM: wings03@live.com Subject: Regimental book, third division, seventh regiment 1945 Comments: Please supply info about purchasing said regimental yearbook.Trying to replace lost copy for disabled WW 2 veteran. |
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| Date: February 12, 2012
REQUEST #5447 Name: Txs sue Email: grem1968@aol.com Subject: Search Capability on "Personal Search Page", Cecil Underwood Jr, Co I, 7th Inf Regt, 3rd Inf Div Comments: Is there a way to search this site for a name or do you have to view each set of requests individually? Trying to find any requests regarding my father, Cecil Underwood Jr, Co I, 7th Inf Regt, 3rd Inf Div Txs sue Webmaster's Note: On the bottom of the front page is a box that you can use to see if Cecil Underwood is mentioned on the Society Website. I will put your request on the Personal Search page. http://www.warfoto.com/3rdpersonalsearch.htm with any thing that I or anyone else can come up with. He is listed as Sgt Cecil Underwood Jr as a member of the 7th Inf. Regt. on page 475 in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII"
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| Date: February 11, 2012
REQUEST #5446 Name: Larry Sturdevant Email: riflecreek@live.com Subject: Cecil Daryl Sturdevant Subject: Hoping to find any info about my uncle Cecil Daryl Sturdevant a WWll vet. My e-mail is riflecreek@live.com I will be happy to share any family insights as well if this is his outfit. Thank you. Larry Sturdevant Webmaster's Note: PVT Cecil D. Sturdevant is listed as a member of the 7th Inf. Regt on page 473 in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" |
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| Date: February 10, 2012
REQUEST #5445 Name: Vico Confino Email: 33vico@gmail.com Subject: Patton coin question  Comments: Greetings gentleman, I hope someone over there can help me. I recently came across a couple of these coins as I looked through some items I had stored away. I can't remember how I came into possession of them and don't really know much about them. I had hoped you could shed some light on this item. Do you have any information regarding its value or significance? Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated. I have pictured the front and back of the coin in the attached file. Vico Confino |
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| Date: February 10, 2012
REQUEST #5444 Name: Dave Nelson Address: 42 Brooklawn Avenue City,State Zip: Norwalk, CT 06854 Phone: 203.853.4496 Email: dne33jdos@aol.com Subject: My Father: Lawrence Raymond Nelson Comments: Hello, I'm trying to find out what unit my father was in (since passed away) during WWII. Here is all of the info I have on him. He arrived in the ETO on 12 Aug 44 3rd Inf Division, 7th Inf Regiment Serial number: 42 067 335 PFC Heavy Machine Gunner 605 Discharge says he served in Rineland, Central Europe also GO 33 WD 45 as amended Any information you could provide as to his service with the 3rd Infantry Division, 7th Infantry Regeiment would be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much. Regards, Dave Webmaster's Note: PFC Lawrence R. Nelson is listed as a member of the 7th Inf. Regt on page 467 in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" |
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| Date February 10, 2012
REQUEST #5443 Name: stan saas Address: 214 jayne ave City, State, ZIP: patchogue Telephone: 6314758195 E-mail: spsaas@verizon.net Subject: new e-mail Comments: hey all was just letting you know my new e-mail is spsaas@verizon.net .. i was on ledward barracks schweinfurt in 69 & 70 if any one knew JIMMY HARCROW - he passed away in dec. messed up with agent orange .. and if you ever heard of pushball me and jimmy played |
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| Date: February 8, 2012
REQUEST #5442 Name: James B Mitchell CSM ( RET ) Email: wildman1@fhrd.net Subject: History of 30th reg Comments: Hi I am CSM James B Mitchell (ret). My father Charles Mitchell served with the 30th Inf Reg in 1901, was discharged in 1904 Fort Crook Nebraska I believe he was a member of L company. Looking for history, morning reports or some thing to verify this. Hopefully some one can provide me information or how to go about finding it. Thanks James B Mitchell CSM ( RET ) Still serving proudly |
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| Date: February 5, 2012
REQUEST #5441 Name: Bobbie Show Email: bobbie.show@yahoo.com Subject: My Father, Bernard Vernon Fitch Comments: Hi, I found your website and thought you might be who I am looking for. My father, Bernard Vernon Fitch, was a TEC4 in Cannon Co 3 INF REG during WWII. His military Occupational Specialty and # was Telephone Switchboard Operator 650. His military qualification was carbine ss. He arrived in Europe on March 18, 1945 and departed April 1, 1946. I have his Discharge paper. I am hoping to find information about his tour of duty in Germany, the names of the men he served with, stories, pictures. Any information would be deeply, sincerely appreciated. My father died in 1949, five months before I was born. I know very little about him. Any information means the world to me. Thank you, Barbara Fitch Show |
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| Date: January 31, 2012
REQUEST #5440 Name: Ray Heltsley Email: ramar01@comcast.net Subject: J.R. Heslep, 3rd Infantry Division, WWI Comments: Hello, A friend, who lives in Washington State, recently came across a U.S. Model of 1917 helmet in his barn. The leather band inside was inscribed, by what appears to be a fountain pen, "J.R. Heslep, 3rd Division". He would like to find out if any of this soldier's descendants would like to have this helmet. I believe that only family is allowed access to a soldier's military records, I was wondering if your web site had any resources as far as locating any of Heslep's family members. Or could you possibly suggest a direction that I can take towards this goal? Thank You, Ray Heltsley Coupeville, WA |
| Date: January 30, 2012
REQUEST #5439 Name:Steve Solbakken Email: sunnyhill52@yahoo.com Subject: 203rd Support Battalion Comments: Yesterday at an auction in NC I purchased a framed 203rd flag that refers to Nijmegen. Some research indicates that in Sept 1944 there was an Allied offensive around that Dutch city, intended to open up supply routes into France and Germany. Was the 203 involved in that battle? If it was and you have a museum there I'd like to donate this framed reunion flag from 1989. Thanks Steve Solbakken Kannapolis, NC |
| Date: 1/27/2012
REQUEST #5438 Name: William`Bill`Gibbs Address: 1344 Linden Ave. City, State, ZIP: Chesapeake Va. 23325 Telephone: (757) 747-2061 E-mail: bilgib5@gmail.com Subject: Locating members that served in the 84th Engineering Battalion (Combat) (Heavy) Comments: I served in the 84th from 1981 & 82. Seeking those that did the same. Contact me! |
| Date: January 25, 2012
REQUEST #5437 Name: James Kate Email: jkate@comcast.net Subject: 703rd. Co. E Maintainance Battalion Comments: I was station with the 703rd. in Aschaffenburg , Germany from 1964 -1965 but I can not find any information on them. Can you please help? Thank you, James Kate |
| Date: January 25, 2012
REQUEST #5436 Name: Cynthia Milam-Kozlowski Email: kozlowski8991@bellsouth.net Subject: 3rd Division's role in North Africa Comments: Can you tell me what was the divisions role in North Africa during WWII? I am curious about what my daddy , Othal Milam, went through. Cynthia Milam-Kozlowski |
| Date: January 24, 2012
REQUEST #5435 Name: Kristen Sammons Email: jsamm37914@gmail.com Subject: Company L, 7th Infantry Comments: Dear Sir: I am hoping that you can assist with information about Co. L, 7th Infantry between the dates of May 1918 through August 1919. Our family is attempting to reconstruct the service of my great uncle, George M. Rosamond. The following is the information that we have from his discharge: George M. (Mease) Rosamond PVT, Service # 2868258 Enlisted May 26, 1918 at Carrollton, MS (sent to Camp Pike for training, no dates known) Co. L, 7th Infantry Served in France and Germany, left 8/19/18, arrived 8/25/19 Army of Occupation, Dec 1, 1918 to Aug 10, 1919 Meuse-Argonne offensive Oct 29th to Nov. 2, 1918 Issued Bronze Lapel ButtonDecorations medals, Badges, Citations, Victory Medal 1 with Battle clasp Cas. Dr #3 Demob Group to Sept 3, 1919 (This portion not very clear) Discharged 3rd September 1919 at Camp Shelby, MS. Any information you have about my uncle or his unit would be greatly appreciated. Unfortunately, NARA does not have any remaining records of his service. Thank you, Kristen Rosamond Sammons |
| Date: January 12, 2012
REQUEST #5434 Name: Scott Email: scottplen@comcast.net Subject: William A Mc Williams, 7th Regt 3rd Div 1918 Comments: Here are pictures of William A. Mc Williams a Captain in 198th CA Del NG - Served 7th Infantry Regt WWI. Wounded received purple heart. WWI Victory 5 bars and WWI occupation. Later serving as Col. of 498th AAA AW WW II receiving Bronze star eto medal 1 bronze battle star. Seeking his rank in WWI and place wounded ? Do you have any info? I think he was an officer? Scott 
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| Date: January 6, 2012
REQUEST #5433 Name: David Hannah Email: hannahd@trinity-health.org Subject: Loring A. Hannah - Scout and Observer 30th Infantry Regiment WWII Comments: I am one of six children of a Father who was a Scout and Observer in WWII (Discharged Special Tech 4). I would like to know if there are any living men who may have served with him or new him. I'm not sure where and exactly when he entered Africa, but know he was there and in the Sicily invasion, Italy (in Anzio where he was paralyzed two months, before being sent back in); earned his Bronze Star between Anzio and Rome, On to Corsica and eventually Austria, But know little of his story beyond the Infantry Regiment and Third Division books he received. Can you lead to those who can fill in his history? Loring A. Hannah - Private with 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Division. His unit used the Boar Head insignia. My mother said his nick name was Sure Shot Hannah. He was a scout and observer through whole war (He never would talk about the war itself, so I never got to know all he did or when he entered in Africa). He was a special operations tech (although back then it may not have had the term Special Forces). After he died I got a German Ceremonial sword from my aunt (Dad's Oldest Sister); One brother told me that the aunt was told to keep good care of it by dad ( he said: "because you don't know what the hell I went through to get it). My younger brother who was in the Marine Corp. Talked to Dad when he was in the Nursing Home about a sword; and years later when I told him I had a sword dad got in the war; my brother asked if I knew how he got it and I said no; he told me that dad told him about it when he was on leave, and that he went on a recon mission into the German Headquarters and on his way out, he swiped the sword from an officer's bed. Dad had two Purple Hearts (one I didn't know about until after his death, which was from a bullet through the leg); Then I think TWO MONTHs into the four month battle at Anzio, where the building he was in was blown up on him and 9 other men. Someone stacked 100, 80mm mortar shells outside the building in full view of the enemy and they fired mortars, hitting our 100 and blowing the building up on him and the rest. He did tell me that he was unconscious and in the third hour he heard men going by saying that there was no one alive lets get out of here. Luckily those in charge ordered a dig out and of the 10 men, my dad was one of 5 that survived. He was paralyzed for two months and recuperated and was sent back into combat. Shortly after this between Anzio and Rome he was awarded a Bronze Star for digging an observation post for the company commander for an impending offensive action, He and three (or four) other men went 50 yards into enemy lines and dug with canteen cups and spoons as picks and shovels left them to prone to enemy attack. His citation states that they were in a 15 minute fire fight with a German Jeep patrol and shortly after that Mortar rounds were placed on their position landing as close as 10 yards. It says they completed their task after 5 and one half hours of work. He went on through Corsica and Southern France and I believe his were the first troops into Susuburgh, Austria. Thanks, David A. Hannah, FHFMA Senior Reimbursement Specialist Trinity Health - Webmaster's Note: Pfc Loring A. Hannah 30th Infantry Regt. HQ Co is listed in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" as recipient of the Bronze Star Medal for action in cisterna Di Littoria May 20, 1944 on Page 413. and on Page 518 in the roster section of the 30th Infantry Regiment. |
| Date: January 5, 2012
REQUEST #5432 Name: Wendy Gorski Address: 38631 Claremont Drive City, State, ZIP:Sterling Heights, MI 48310 email: zapdmom@aol.com Subject: I am looking for ANY information on my father - John Martin Snitchler, Jr. of Detroit, Michigan during WWII. He died Jan. 1999 from complications caused by a fall. I am researching any info about him I can find. Please contact me via email for phone number or mail a letter to my address. Here is the info I have: Served in European-African-Middle Eastern Theatre. He enlisted in 1940 and honorably discharged in 1946. He was S/Sgt [eventually demoted to Pvt. for talking back to a Captain while defending his men.] 3yrs -Weather Observer (specialized in wire); Hq & Hq Btry, 3rd Inf Div, Arty (689 QM Base, Dept.066) Would like original pictures or willing to pay for good copies of pics of my father and/or any friends. Interested in old stories of my dad, any copies of letters he may be mentioned in. Thanks for my freedom to all you vets !!! Webmaster's Note: John M. Snitchler Jr S/Sgt, is listed as a member of the Headquarters and Headquarters Battery of the 3rd Infantry Division Artillery on page 535 of the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII." |
| Date: January 5, 2012 5:59 PM
REQUEST #5431 Name: David Richardson Email: voodoocrew@hotmail.com Subject: Search for record of friends service in 3rd ID Normany and other invasions. Comments: I have a friend who served in the 3 ID in Normany and North Africa, Utah beach, etc ( I was told ), and I'm trying to see if I can find a roster listing him. He is 90 years old and supposedly the last survivor of his unit. His name is Maynard Robbins, from Lenoir, NC. His health is failing and I wanted to get some memorabilia things for him. I will have to get more details on his unit I assume. Is there a site I can go to for a personnel roster of different 3rd ID units? Thanks for any help! David Richardson, Vietnam Air Force vet. Webmaster's Note: The 3rd Infantry division was in North Africa but it was the 3rd Armored Division that was in Normandy and Utah Beach. If you send us his name we'll check in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII to see if his name is listed. |
| Date: January 2, 2012
REQUEST #5430 Name: Clint Thompson Email: cthompson@eustaceisd.net Subject: Colmar Pocket Comments: Dear Sir or Madame, My name is Clint Thompson. I am a graduate student at the University of Texas at Tyler . I have a two part request. First, I am looking for information about My gradfather. His name was Lavere Thompson and served In the 30th Infantry regiment(Co K) and was wounded in the Colmar Pocket in January, 1945. Second, I am attempting to gather research on the 3rd Infantry division during its time fighting in the Colmar Pocket. I have noticed that there are no works dedicated to the Colmar Pocket, only parts of books. If all goes well this will be what I write my Masters Thesis over as well as my Doctoral Dissertation when the time comes. What I am looking for is where I could find material over the subject. This could be anywhere from books, memoirs, combat dispatches, veterans stories, etc. If at all possible I would like to be a able to talk to or correspond with veterans if at all possible. I don't know how successful this will be but any help you could give me would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time, Clint Thompson |
| Date: January 3,
2012
REQUEST #5429 Name: Denise Romaniello Email: deniseromaniello@gmail.com Subject: WW2 Frank Elliott Comments: My grandfather (Frank B. Elliott) has a picture of himself and 2 friends (Ed Cloud and Denny Denardi) at Camp Croft. He passed away in 1983. His records were destroyed in the fire of 1973. I am looking for any information as to what he did in WW2. I know he was in Italy. I thought he was a paratrooper. I know he was in Africa, Italy, and France. The National Archives said if they had a unit # or any information to cross reference they would be able to help me with my search. Thank you Denise |
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