Personal Search and Notices

Date: 5/31/2009 REQUEST #5010
Name: Eric V Williams
E-mail: ericvwilliams@earthlink.net

Subject: Pvt. Leonard V. Williams 3rd Inf. Div. WW-II

Comments: I am trying to get any information on my father Leonard V Williams Pvt. Co. A 30th Inf. Reg.3rd Inf. Div. I have copies of his service record and know that he received 3 Purple Hearts.
His papers said he was in the Naples-Tunisia, Rome-Arno, Rhineland and Southern France T.O.. I have also located pics of him and some buddies and in the pics (which I will send copies) he was
wearing Corporal stripes. He said very little to us about the war. He did tell us bits and pieces
like he remembered seeing Audie Murphy one time drinking a cup of coffee and he was busted for
creating a disturbance in a medical tent while seeing a Dentist. I also have some of his service
ribbons that I can't find pics of. One has 2 green borders and a solid orange center and another
is blue with 2 thin yellow stripes on the border and 2 thicker yellow stripes near the center. I
also found 2 small stars in his ribbon medal box and wanted to know if these are campaign stars
and would they be displayed on his E.A.M.E ribbon. My dad passed away in Nov. 1994. Any information you can provide or where I might be able to find it would be appreciated,
Thank You.

Date: 5/29/09 REQUEST #5009
Name: Randy Morales
Address: 1218 N. Astra Drive
City, State, ZIP: Rosemead, CA 91770
Telephone: 626-826-8842
E-mail: rmorales@cci.edu

Subject: Robert Morales

Comments: Looking for information about my father, Robert Morales who served with the 3rd army during world war II

Date: May 29, 2009 REQUEST #5008
Name: Ed O'Donnell
Address: 1566 Indian Mountain Lakes
City, State, ZIP: Albrightsville PA 18210
Telephone: 570-643-2721
E-mail: edodonnell24@frontiernet.net

Subject: Jack O'Donnell-Silver Star 15 Oct 1943

Comments: Following from War Department 20 December l944 Decoration citation.
SILVER STAR
"For gallantry in action. On 15 October 1943,
Private First Class O'Donnell voluntarily seized his "Bazooka Gun" and moved forward in a single handed effort to drive off a group of Mark IV tanks which had disorganized his battalion with extremely heavy fire. He advanced through this demoralizing fire to a point 200 yards in advance of the most forward elements of his battalion and attacked the tanks, disabling one and forcing the remainder to retire. Private First Class O'Donnell was killed in this action."

Only other name I have is Plt Sgt Collins.
Any/All Info will indeed be deeply appreciated.

Webmaster's Note: Pfc John E. O'Donnell, Co G, 30th Infantry, was the recipient of the Silver Star (Posthumously) for action in Italy on October 15, 1943 as listed in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WW2" on page 402.

Date: 29 MAY 2009 REQUEST #5007
Name: JIM MC NEILL
E-mail: JIMSSHED@COMCAST.NET

Subject: COLD WAR VET.
Comments: MY NAME IS JIM MC NEILL ,FORMER SP/4,PFC, PVT.E2 MY RANK WENT UP AND DOWN IN THAT ORDER.I JUST RETIRED FROM MY CHURCH AS THERE CHURCH SEXTON / MAINTENANCE MAN AFTER 10 YEARS OF SERVICE .FROM 1961 T0 1964 I HAD THE HONOR TO SERVE IN B CO. 123 SIGNAL BN.3RD. I.D. IN THE HINDENBURG ,KASSERN IN WURZBURG, GERMANY. I WAS A GENERATOR MECHANIC .IF YOU RECALL ME ,E MAIL ME . I WOULD ENJOY SPEAKING WITH YOU .
THANKS ,AND GOD BLESS.
( MAC ) MCNEILL

Date: 5/29/08 REQUEST #5006
Name: christopher roehm
Address: 1215 junction ave
City, State, ZIP: sturgis, sd, 57785
Telephone: 701-690-8493
E-mail: grangerbro@gmail.com

Subject: looking for someone that served in b co 703msb

Comments: I am looking for anyone that served with me in b company 703msb from 91 to 92 at harvey barracks i need some information for the va. Thank you for any help you can provide

Date: May 28, 2009 REQUEST #5005
Name: Connie F. Thames Wright
Address: P.O. Box 8424
City, State, ZIP: Fresno, CA 93747
Telephone: 209-241-0977
E-mail: conniefayewright@hotmail.com

Subject: Bronze stars awarded to my dad, Fred Thames, European theatre WWII, Ist Army, Red Ball Express

Comments: My father, now 88 yrs old, served in the First Army in Europe, driving trucks in the Redball Express operation supplying General Patton's tanks with fuel. He describes vividly and in great detail driving under strafing by the Luftwaffe, at night, off-road, through forests and woods, across streams, and through mud. He remembers the towns and villages he drove through. He has stated several times that he was awarded 5 bronze stars, a silver star and the Purple Heart. I am trying to trace these records and confirm them. He moved several times in the last twenty years, and has lost track of these medals. I understand some records were lost from the St. Louis facility due to a fire some years ago. Can you please help me?

Date: May 28, 2009 REQUEST #5004
Name: Michael R Deslauriers
E-mail: mdeslauriers@roadrunner.com

Subject: Adrien J P Roux PVT

Comments: Mu Uncle Adrien Roux was killed during the WWII while fighting in Italy. I am trying my best to collect all the information I can on his military history in honor of his great sacrifice for our country. Anything anyone can tell me would be dearly appreciated. Thank You

Webmaster's note: Pvt Adrien J.P. Roux was a member of the 7th Infantry Regiment who was KIA as reported on page 470 of the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII"

Date: may 26th, 2009 REQUEST #5003
Name: herbert linscott
Address: 290 green st.
City, State, ZIP: weymouth, mass.02191
Telephone: 781-771-9111
E-mail: glinscott@nesecuritymail.com

Comments: I am looking for buddies I served with in B CO. 2nd/64th armor 3rd Infantry Div. Conn Barracks, Schweinfurt, Germany from November 1968-June 1970.

Date: May 25, 2009 REQUEST #5002
Name: Albert M Paulger
E-mail: apaulger@widomaker.com

Subject: Bronze star award

Comments: Verification of award of bronze star w/ V o/a Feb 51 while member of 64th tk Bn 3d inf div

Date: May 24, 2009 REQUEST #5001
Name: Steven Edward Slater
Address: 726 Tamsen Rd
City, State, ZIP: Fernley, Nevada, 89408
Telephone: 775-980-6565
E-mail: firefighter93644@hotmail.com

Subject: Ernest Ray Slater, WWII soldier

Comments: I am trying to learn more about my Grandfathers time in the Army. I received after his death a few military insignias but not enough to identify what aspect of the 3rd ID he was in. I have a medal of good conduct, a purple heart, and a pow medal. I know he was a POW. I did hear that the military lost a lot of records in the 1970's due to a fire. I know that my grandfather was entitled to other medals but I don't which. I remember my grandfather telling me that the state department attempted to give him medals and he ran them off his property. He was a bitter old man most of my life and never talked about WWII. But curiosity is peaked and if you can provide any information about Ernest Ray Slater and his military career or a path for me to locate information, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you, Steven Edward Slater

Webmaster's Note: Ernest R. Slater is listed in the book "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII" on page 529 as a PVT in the 30th Infantry Regiment and is listed as "Missing in Action".

Date: 5/24/2009 REQUEST #5000
Name: Erin Ellis-Reid
E-mail: Newriverchick@yahoo.com

Subject: PVT Robert E Holcomb

Comments: My grandfather was PVT Robert E Holcomb 15th Regiment he served in WWII and as I read to just see some of the places that he had been, I thought I may find out more then that. I was wondering if anyone had any information about him or photos. I would love to know more . He did not talk to his family about his time in the war to much. He just felt he was doing what needed to be done and that was it. So any information would be wonderful. Thank you, Erin

Date: May 23, 2009 REQUEST #4999
Name: John Mitchell
Address: #101 Mountain View Dr. P. O. Box 9
City, State, ZIP: Calpine, CA 96124
Telephone: 530-994-3532 cell 530-249-0350
Email: jmitch@psln.com

Subject: Charles John Kuhlmann info

Comments: My dad passed away last month at 86. This lead to a complete review of all the house, picts, records etc. It also brought back memories of how I was named John Charles Mitchell. My folks named me John Charles as a tribute to Charles John Kuhlmann (a Johns Hopkins ROTC college buddy). The order of the names was reversed in respect to Charles J Kuhlmann's parents. I have a
letter of appreciation from his mom to my mom about my naming. It was my honor to visit Charles Kuhlmann's grave site in Epinal with my folks in 2000.

Almost all of the Hopkins ROTC crowd have passed away now. One of the few left actually dated Charles just before he went overseas. She has forwarded a number of letters that he sent her from the front.

I would greatly appreciate any information or sources of info on the history, battle record, etc. of Charles service leading up to his death in action on Oct 30, 1944. Where did he fight and where did he fall. I remember my Dad commenting on how he had been luck that he had ducked just before the round came at him so he was wounded in the lower back. He said that Charlie had not been that lucky.

Any help will be greatly appreciated.
John Mitchell

AMERICAN BATTLE MONUMENTS COMMISSION
World War II Honor Roll
Charles J. J. Kuhlmann
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Service # O-528882
30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
Entered the Service from: Maryland
Died: 30-Oct-44
Buried at: Plot A Row 35 Grave 40
Epinal American Cemetery
Epinal, France
Awards: Purple Heart

Date: 20.05.2009 REQUEST #4998
Name: Theo Fleckenstein
Address: Scheffelstr. 3 64407 Fr. - Crumbach
City, State, ZIP: Germany
E-mail: t-pfleckenstein@web.de

Subject: Col. William Jens Densberger (3th Division Marne DivisionV Corps A

Comments: I am in search of a photography of Col. William Jens Densberger ( V Corps A
Cof S, G3 ) in green A Uniform with decoration. For a history report and view with the subject " The US - Army Garrison in Aschaffenburg ". Germany
3th Division ( Marne Division) 1945 - 1992 - 2rd 64th Amoured Bataillion "
Iron Knights" = Eiserne Knechte sowie des 4rd 66th Armoured Bataillion =
Phantom Brigade.
Very respectfully,
Theo Fleckenstein / Germany

Date: 5/19/09 REQUEST #4997
Name: David Blackwell
E-mail: blackwelldvd@aol.com

Subject: Searching for my father-in-law, Thomas L Burton

Comments: My father-in-law, Thomas L Burton fought under George Patton in North Africa. He was a foot soldier in one of the Armored Divisions. He was at the Battle of Anzio. Later, he went to Rome. If anyone has any information, I would appreciate hearing from you. Thanks.

Date: May 18, 2009 REQUEST #4996
Name: Kelleen Farrell
E-mail: kfarrell@sonic.net

Subject: Information on my father, Robert Francis Farrell.

Comments: Hello:
I am looking for some information on my father, Robert Francis Farrell. He served the 3ID during World War 2 and received a Silver Star and Purple Heart in 1944. If you could find any other information on him that would be wonderful.
Kelleen Farrell

Webmaster's Note: Capt. Robert F. Farrell, 30th Inf. Regt, G Company, was awarded the Silver Star for action in Italy, January 29, 1944 as mentioned in the book, "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WW2" on page 392.

Date: May 18, 2009 REQUEST #4995
Name: Donald LeGore
Email: legoreone@yahoo.com

Subject: Was the 3rd ID presented the French fourragere for WWI service?
Comments: Sir, My grandfather was a WWI vet of the 3rd ID and later editor of the newsletter "Watch on the Rhine" and member of the 3rd ID society. My question is: "Was the 3rd ID presented the French fourragere for WWI service?"
Thanks,
Donald M. LeGore

Date: 18.May 2009 REQUEST #4994
Name: Michael Wilson
Address: Laufach
City, State, ZIP: Aschaffenburg, Germany
Telephone: 06093-993440
E-mail: barb2563@yahoo.com

Subject: Looking for my Dad

Comments: Hello, I am looking for my Dad, his Name is Matthew Leonard Wilson, born on 16.Feb.1967 in Dallas, Tx. He was staying on Graves Kasern in Aschaffenburg, I believe in B, or D-company, from 1989 till 1992,
he went also with this unit to Iraq. I hope someone can help me to find my dad!!!
Thank you,
Michael Wilson

Date: May 17, 2009 REQUEST #4993
Name: Steve H.Robison
E-mail: rindian@outdrs.net

Subject: DAVID H. ROBISON

Comments: I'M TRYING TO FIND INFO. ON MY FATHER. DAVID ROBISON. HE WAS IN THE WW2 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION. I'VE TRIED PERSONNEL RECORDS ST. LOUIS MO, BUT THEY CAN'T FIND HIM. PROBABLY DUE TO THE FIRE IN 1973.

Date: May 15, 2009 REQUEST #4992
Name: Sandra Healy
Email: sandra_healy50a@optusnet.com.au

Subject Looking for Soldier
Comments: Could you please give me some information I am looking for a friend my mine . His name is Peter House he went over to Iraq and he is in the 3rd Infantry Division. Thank you. Sandra Healy.

Date: May 15, 2009 REQUEST #4991
Name: Dennis Sholl
Address: 128 Fairhills Drive
City, State, ZIP: San Rafael CA 94901
E-mail: dennissholl@yahoo.com

Subject: Herb Sholl

Comments: Comments: MY father's name was Herbert Austin Sholl from New Jersey. As I remember, he was 2nd Lt. and involved in the Casablanca landing on November 8, 1942 and the July, 1943 Sicily invasion. I have heard him speak of amphibious landings behind enemy lines in Sicily and the best I can tell he might have been under the command of Lt. Col. Bernard (but not sure). Can anyone help me learn more about his unit? I would like to get as much information about what units he was in and any other information about him or his units.

Date: May 15, 2009 REQUEST #4990
Name: Francesco de Cicco
Address: contrada novesoldi 6
City, State, ZIP: Atripalda, Italy
E-mail: francesco-decicco@hotmail.it

Subject: Find American GI in WWII

Comments: I would find some American soldier of the 3th inf. who camped in Aiello del Sabato-Tavernole San Felice during ww2 before take Avellino in September 1943 . My grandmother and my uncle (now died) told me a story of 3 American soldier ( my uncle told that they are Indians...) who came in their house and eat together them some eggs and chips before leave 15 dollars on the table for my grandmother. someone remember. thank

Date: 15th May 2009 REQUEST #4989
Name: Anne Unage
Address: P O Box 241, Port Moresby , Papua New Guinea
City, State, ZIP: 675
Telephone: 72225842
E-mail: Anne.Unage@digicelgroup.com

Subject: Am looking for my granddad

Comments: hi, I am searching for my granddad by the name of George Patterson who fought in WW2 in Papua New Guinea. I don't have any other info. If anyone knows anything, please let me know asap.... thanks alot.

Date: May 13, 2009 REQUEST #4988
Name: William O'Neal
Address: 16585 SE 252nd Ave
City, State, ZIP: Umatilla, FL 32784
Telephone: 352-669-9559
E-mail: WONeal1041@AOL.com

Subject: Information about father

Comments: MY father's name was Loran Dale Hanson of Clay Center, Kansas His serial number was 37240244 T43. As I remember, he was a forward artillery observer in the Italian campaign during WWII. He was either a staff or tech sergeant. I would like to get as much information about what units he was in and any other information about him.
Thanks
William O'Neal

Date: May 12 2009 REQUEST #4987
Name: Joy Phillips
Address: 1980 Old Oak Plains Rd
City, State, ZIP: Ashland City, TN. 37015
E-mail: joyweatherford@charter.net

Subject: Grandfather Calvin Phillips's company

Comments: Searching for any information about my grandfathers company during World War 2. tec 5th squad . Sergeant United States Army Calvin Phillips. My granddaddy's gone now I would like my grandchildren to know he helped save the world. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Date: 8 May 2009 REQUEST #4986
Name: Doug McBeain
Address: 10664 S. Miller School Rd.
City, State, ZIP: North Platte, NE 69101
Telephone: 308-534-8830
E-mail: dajatj@aol.com

Subject: T3 Raymond A. McBeain

Comments: Looking for anyone who has info on or knew my uncle Raymond A. McBeain. He was a medic with the 2nd Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Division. Thank you.

Date: 5-8-09 REQUEST #4985
Name: Bill Lovett
E-mail: ttevol@yahoo.com

Subject: John L Burns, my father inlaw

Comments: I have found info that indicates my father in-law may have been in the 3rd infantry division. His discharge papers show that he was in (8TRY 141ST FA BN). But patches on his jacket indicate the 3rd. Also the little he talked about was about North Africa, Italy, and Germany. This also matches the route of the 3rd as I have read and I did find that at the Colmar pocket there was a 141st FA BN involved. I would like to confirm this and maybe find more details of where he was and when.
his info is
John L Burns
from Lambertville, NJ
army # 32 776 663 PFC
Army specialty - ammunition server 188
Thank You for anything anyone can provide
Bill Lovett

Date: May 3rd 2009 REQUEST #4984
Name: Donald W. Brown Sr.
Address: 2700 N. Rainbow blvd. Apt. 2121
City, State, ZIP: Las Vegas Nevada 89108
E-mail: sunman725@cox.net

Subject: Vernon Richard Brown of the 760th Tank Battalion

Comments: I'm hoping to find anyone who knew my father... Vernon Brown. He was in the 760th Tank Battalion and was in Casablanca Africa, Monte Casino Italy and other places in Italy.

Date: May 2, 2009 REQUEST #4983
Name: John Lopez
Address: P.O. Box 860
City, State, Zip: Miller Place, NY 11764
Email: johnny5ginger@gmail.com

Subject: Looking to contact Ray E Johnson 9th Field Arty Headquarters Battery

To whom it may concern,
Hello, my name is John Lopez and I served with Ray Johnson in Germany.
I would like to get back in touch with him and was hoping he had an email address that you could share with me. I was the only New Yorker who was stationed with the guys from Michigan. I worked in the Message Center with Richard Barainiak, from Antigo, WI.

I would like to let Ray know that I recognized the faces and names in the photo... Red Lindsey worked as a CW Operator with Jerry Marks from Eugene, OR.
If you're uncomfortable giving me Ray's email address, please send him mine and let him send it.
Thanks very much,
John Lopez