PersonalSearchandNotices-October 2001

d o g f a c e
s o l d i e r s
A photographic
journey of the
Third Signal Co. of the 15th Regt of the U.S. Third
Infantry Division-
WWII
by Denis Toomey

WWII Memorial
and Arlington
National Cemetery

OP Harry
Survivors
Association

All Rights Reserved
©Rich Heller
1997-2008

Calendar for 2008

January 26, 2008
Outpost 22 Meeting
Home of Jack and
Anita Sneddon

February 24, 2008
Outpost 15 Meeting
Brothers Cafe-11:00am
Peoria, Arizona

April 3rd - 6th, 2008
Outpost 2 Reunion &
Meeting
Quality Inn
Heritage Park,
Kissimmee, FL

April 13, 2008
Outpost 18 Spring
Meeting
Holiday Inn Select-
11:00AM
Hook & Ladder Room
Appleton, WI

April 26, 2008
Outpost 22 Dinner
Meeting
Home of Jack and Anita Sneddon

May 1-4, 2008
Anzio Beachhead
Veterans of WWII
St. Louis, MO
Contact: John Boller
631-691-5002
1 Harbor North,
Amityville, NY
11701-3810

May 3, 2008
3ID Gate Rededication
Ceremony
Camp Pike , AR
POC - David Madison
1-501-771-8722

May 3-4, 2008
Outpost 12 Spring
Meeting
Country Inn & Suites
Albert Lea, MN

May 4, 2008 (Tentative)
Plaque Dedication
Ceremony
Berchtesgaden, DE
POC Monika Stoy
1-703-912-4218

May 4, 2008
Outpost 5 Spring
Meeting-11:30 AM
Bath American Legion
Post
278 Race Street,
Bath, Pennsylvania

May 17, 2008
Outpost 13 -
Spring meeting

at 12:00 noon at
Bakers of Milford,
Milford, MI

May 2008
Anzio Beachhead
Veterans of 1944 WWII
Washington, D.C. area
Contact Clyde E. Easter
276-728-7293
299 Panorama Drive,
Fancy Gap, VA
24328-2751

May 25, 2008
WW1 Marne
Campaign Ceremony
Chateau-Thierry
POC Monika Stoy
1-703-912-4218

May 26-June 5th, 2008
64th Anniversary
Battlefield Tour
of Italy
Clyde E. Easter at
276-728-7293
299 Panorama Drive,
Fancy Gap, VA
24328-2751

May 30, 2008
Outpost 7 Meeting-
3:15 PM, Friday
Arlington Natl.
Cemetery
Washington, DC

June 12-15, 2008
OP Harry Survivors
Association Reunion
Renton, WA
POC Jerry Cunningham
1-803-783-4491

June 27-28, 2008
Audie Murphy Days
Greenville,TX
www.cottonmuseum.com
1-903-450-1990

July 12, 2008
Outpost 22 Annual
Picnic
Yorba Reg. Park, CA

July 19, 2008
OP 60 Meeting

July 27, 2008
Korean War
Anniversary
Ceremonies
KW Monument-
9:00 am
Arlington Cemetery -
2:00PM
POC Monika Stoy
1-703-912-4218

August 15-17, 2008
Operation Dragoon
60th Anniversary
Provence, France
POC Monika Stoy
1-703-912-4218

August 17, 2008
OP 5 Picnic
12:00 PM
West Point, NY
Cancelled

August 24, 2008
OP 5 Meeting
11:30 am Luncheon
Elmira Heights, NY
VFW HALL
Cancelled

Date N/A
OP 35 Summer Meeting
Georgetown, TX

Sept. 2008
OP 88 Luncheon

September 18-21, 2008
89th Annual Reunion
Society of the 3ID
Columbus Airport
Hotel
Columbus, GA

October 4-5, 2008
Outpost 12
Country Inn & Suites
Albert Lea, MN

October 11, 2008
Outpost 4 Meeting
Frontier West
Spokane, WA
11:30 am

October 11, 2008
OP 13 Meeting
Bakers - 12:00PM

October 26, 2008
Outpost 18
Fall Meeting
(Packers "Bye" Day...
Or why bother, Brett's GONE!)

October 2008
Cubs Win World Series
100 Year Drought Ends
Chicago, IL

Nov. 8, 2008
OP 54 Meeting

Nov. 8, 2008
Outpost 35 Fall Meeting
Georgetown, TX

Nov. 11, 2008
Veterans Day and
WWI
90th Anniversary
Chateau-Thierry,
France
POC Monika Stoy
1-703-912-4218

Nov. 11, 2008
Veterans Day
OP 7 Ceremonies
Arlington Cemetery
POC John Insani
1-703-370-4586

Nov. 2008
OP 12 Meeting

Nov. 2008
OP 5 Event

Nov/Dec 2008
OP 7 Event
Washington D.C.

August 10-23, 2009
65th Anniversary
Battlefield Tour
For the Society of the
3rd Infantry Division
Italy, France

Sept 16- 20, 2009
90th Annual Reunion
Society of the 3ID
Clarion Hotel
Springfield, MO
Near Branson, MO

October 2001
Personal Search Page
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Date: 10/30/01 REQUEST #859
Name: Robin Cody (nee Slutsky)
Address: 31 MacArthur Avenue
City, State, ZIP: Closter, NJ 07624
Telephone: (201) 767-0265
E-mail: jcody@precise.com

Subject: SSGT Harry Slutsky 773d TD Battalion

Comments: I am looking for anyone with information on Harry Slutsky (father in-law, deceased 1989)
I am putting a scrap book together for his grandchildren and would like to include any information
on his service during WWII. He was a medic in the 773d TD Battalion...which I believe was attached
to the 71st Division. Please email me at jcody@precise.com with any information. Best Regards.

Date: October 28, 2001 REQUEST #858
Name: Asher M. Landry
Address: 122 Brownlee Ave.
City, State, ZIP: Broussard, La. 70518
Telephone: 337-837-4438
FAX: 337*839-2246

E-mail: amlandry@worldnet.att.net

Subject: Unit assignment: 1st BN,4th Inf (Aschenburg, Germany)

Comments: Seeking enlisted assigned 1st/4th 1973 through 1976. I rotated to 2nd / 31st,
7th Infantry (Fort Ord, Ca. December 1796)

Date: 28/10/01 REQUEST #857
Name: Tim Underwood
Address: 27 Mallory Drive
City, State, ZIP: Kidderminster UK

E-mail: timunderwood@blueyonder.co.uk

Subject: US Army In Worcester UK During WW2

Comments: I am trying to find information about US Divisions stationed in or near Worcester during WW2 -
I think the first army had a division posted here but I don't know which - please can you help

Date: 10 27 01 REQUEST #856
Name: Rudy Contreras
Address: po box 461727
City, State, ZIP: Escondido California
Telephone: 760 749 8704
E-mail: vvcrcontreras (Not complete)

Subject: Phillip Contreras

Comments: Served in Patton's 3rd army- died in 78 on a park bench- looking for info. on my uncle.

Date: October 27, 2001       REQUEST #855
Name: Ginny Letnar
Address: 2802 6th Avenue East
City, State, ZIP: Hibbing MN 55746
Telephone: 218-262-5396
FAX: 218-263-9202

E-mail: Mylittlewillow@aol.com

Subject: Searching for info: Cpl John Ralph Letnar

Comments:
I have very confusing bits of information about my father, who passed away when I was only five.
John Letnar joined the service in May of 1943. His formal military photo shoes him wearing a Trident patch.
In Sept of 43, he was sent to Grinnell College for ASTP and remained there until March 7 of '44.
My aunt tells me that from there he was sent directly to Europe with Pattons 3rd Army.
(She thought his basic training was in Missouri?) The next information I have is his being wounded
near the Saar River in Germany, his unit working with engineers to "blow up" pillboxes.
He was wounded & sent to the 158th U.S. General Hospital in England for recovery and awarded a Purple Heart.
That was reported in our local newspaper in April of 1945. The next concrete information I have is his
belonging to the 64th Fighter Wing in Dec of 1945, still in Europe.

His footstone states he was a member of the Army Air Corps, but I believe he was an Infantry man up until he was wounded. !
I also cannot rely on the 97th Trident patch, as many were not sent back to their units after ASTP,
but shipped elsewhere. My godfather always said he was a munitions expert, he blew up things.
He was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal
and the badges for rifle and auto rifle. I have been in contact with several of the members of the
64th fighter wing with no success. He could not have spent much time with the group, except for the last
few months he was in Europe. I am still waiting after submitting a request to Military History Records,
6 months later. If any of you reading this has any new ideas for me or knows of any information you can share,
please email me at Mylittlewillow@aol.com
Thanks and good luck to all of us searching for some answers!

Date: Oct.26, 2001 REQUEST #854
Name: Paul Stark
Address: 810 I Ave
City, State, ZIP: Nevada
Telephone: (515) 382-4878
FAX: (515) 382-3038

E-mail: zofo71@excite.com

Subject: Co.B 2/64th 1972-1975

Comments: (515) 382-3038 would like to hear from anyone who was stationed at Conn Barracks Co. B 2/64th

Date: Oct. 25, 2001 REQUEST #853
Name: Larry R. Fairclo
Address: 2201 E. 14th
City, State, ZIP: The Dalles, Oregon 97058
Telephone: 541-298-2519
E-mail: fairclo@yahoo.com

Subject: Information about my father Carroll E. "Bud" Fairclo

Comments:
My dad passed away about three years ago and since a house fire destroyed most of his military belongings,
I (son) am in search of my father's footsteps through the war.
He served in the 15 Infantry, 3rd. Division, Company L. I know that he received the DSC,
Silver Star, 6 Bronze Stars, The Italian Cross of Valor, Purple Heart and the Presidential Unit Citation.
He fought in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and Anzio. I know that he single handedly broke up the German offense on Mt. Lungo.
I'm looking for anyone who may have know my dad during the war or any information about Company L.
Thanks for taking the time to read this.

Date: 10/25/01 REQUEST #852
Name: Abel Ortega Jr.
Address: 1334 Burning Arrow
City, State, ZIP: San Antonio, Texas 78258
Telephone: 210-497-5354
FAX: 210-497-0145
E-mail: ortega1334@aol.com

Subject: 3rd Div. 15th Inf. Reg. Co. G

Comments:
I am trying to find out if anyone knew my father Cpl. Abel F. Ortega who was in Company G
of the 15th Infantry Regiment from around Nov/Dec 50 to July/August 51. I am not sure what
Platoon or Squad. He had a Squad leader by the name of Monty (not sure if first or last name)
that was given a Battlefield Promotion to 2nd Lt in the first part 1951 and became a Platoon Leader.

I am not sure of when, because my father was wounded 1/29/51 and sent to Japan for recovery.
When he returned to combat around March, he found out that Monty had been promoted.
My father was then given a Squad to command which consisted of Puerto Rican Soldiers because he
could speak Spanish. My fathers point man was Jose Diaz who he thinks was from New York.
My father left Korea in late Summer of 1951. If anyone does not remember him but has a
Roster of G Company from that time frame, that might help. I would appreciate any information anybody has.
Thank You, Abel Ortega Jr.

Date: 10/24/01            REQUEST #851
Name: FRANK J. YUHAS
Address: 77 CHURCH ST.
City, State, ZIP: PLYMOUTH, PA. 18651
Telephone: (570)779-5466
E-mail: fjyy2k@webtv.net

Subject: BASIC TRAINING UNIT PHOTO ALBUM.

Comments:
   I AM A PROUD FORMER MEMBER OF THE 3rd DIVISION 1960 TO 1963. I TOOK MY BASIC TRAINING
AT FORT DIX N.J. IN NOV. OF 1960.I WOULD APPRECIATE IF THERE IS ANY WAY POSSIBLE YOU CAN
HELP ME LOCATE THE PUBLISHER OF THE UNIT ALBUMS THAT WERE SOLD TO US
SO I CAN CONTACT THEM TO REQUEST A COPY.
                          THANK YOU,   FRANK YUHAS

Date: 10-23-01 REQUEST #850
Name: Gerald Reinlasoder
Address: PO Box 32
City, State, ZIP: Poplar, MT 59255
Telephone: (406) 768-5420
E-mail: ElRock@Prodigy.Net (my sons)

Subject: Korea

Comments: Looking for old friends from 3rd Recon Co-3rd Infantry Division who served
in Korea 1950-1951. I was a Corporal and was nicknamed "Montana" because no one could
pronounce my last name. I have been haunted for many years about a Platoon Cmdr and his men
who went up in a tank to try and save some equipment. I was in a second tank that developed engine
trouble and the PC told us to go back. We never heard from them again.
How can I get the word out and maybe someone who was with us during that time frame can contact me?

Date: 10-22-01 REQUEST #849
Name: Robert Thomas
Address: 7526 W. 162nd Place
City, State, ZIP: Tinley Park, IL 60477
E-mail: rdthom7@aol.com

Subject: Buddies who served in 30th Reg., Co. C & D, 3rd Inf.

Comments:
I am looking for buddies who served in those companies during WW2.,
just to converse with or email with. Also interested in learning what happened to
Jack Carter, also serving with that unit.

Date: 10/21/01 REQUEST #848
Name: JOHN PALENQUE
E-mail: JSANTURCE@HOTMAIL.COM

Subject: ANY INFORMATION ON 30TH INFANTRY REGIMENT 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION

Comments: My mothers brother Michael Angel Garcia died in southern France in WWII
and is buried in Epinal American cemetery he won a purple heart with 2 oak leaf clusters.
I just want to know about him and his division and the battles they were involved in.
Thank you. God bless America.

Date: October 21, 2001 REQUEST #847
Name: Thomas O'Neil Jr.
Address: 17 State Park Drive
City, State, ZIP: Titusville, NJ 08560
Telephone: (609) 844-2320
E-mail: paris57@aol.com

Subject: Task Force Dog.... Rear guard for Chosin withdrawal.

Comments:
While researching my father's (very brief, to me), verbal history of his time as commander of the 3rd Bat. of the 7th I started with a dearth of information. Dad (Lt. Col. Thomas O'Neil),told me of the 3rd Battalion of the 7th's fight to the death with the multitude of Chinese Divisions in its rear guard action during the Marine withdrawal from the Chosin Res. Initial contact with members of the 7th Reg. brought responses that were universal in the claim that the 7th and the balance of the 3rd Div. merely held the ring around the port from which the marines and the 3rd Div. were evacuated. Further research proved that the 3rd of the 7th was, in fact, in the thick of the withdrawal from the Chosin and were actually the last troops out of the Chosin Reservoir area (Slightly South of it) as they held the rear guard position. In their holding position The 3rd of the 7th was cut off by the Chinese as they held the rear of the Marine withdrawal.

The 3rd of the 7th had to independently fight its way through the many Chinese Divisions to the Port. They were called "Task Force Dog" and have been ignored by history to the point that even fellow 7th Regiment soldiers are unaware of their travail. It is a fascinating tale, albeit practically unknown to anyone not directly involved in the operation. There is little mention of Task Force Dog in any Army communications (that I have read), extending even to the daily Regimental Combat reports for the late November/December period. I would appreciate hearing from any veterans that were involved with Task Force Dog in its fight to the death through the attacking Chinese Army. Task Force Dog was composed of the 3rd of the 7th, a battalion of the 65th Inf. Regiment, a company of mechanized artillery and a company of Combat Engineers.

Date: 10/20/01 REQUEST #846
Name: JIM SHAFFER
Address: HC70 BOX 20C
City, State, ZIP: ELKVIEW WVA 25071
Telephone: 304-9656733
E-mail: Shaffer12352@cs.com
Subject: Want to thank a friend

Comments:
I'm looking for Phillip Alexander who was stationed with me at Swienfurt Germany
2/39th Arty in 1969. Phillip was the guy who got me interested in motorcycles and I've
been riding ever since. Phil volunteered for Vietnam and was wounded. The last I heard
from him was from Walter Reed in 1969, he said he lost his leg. I want to thank him
for introducing me to this sport, but sometimes I feel guilty knowing he can't ride. Phil was from Pa.

Date: 10/19/01 REQUEST #845
Name: David Albertson
Address: 10959 Limbach Ct.
City, State, ZIP: Indianapolis, IN 46236
E-mail: dalber8815@aol.com
Subject: My Father

Comments:
My father was in the 3rd and was a POW. I would like to get as much information
about him as I can. I believe that his records were lost in the fire in St. Louis,
so you are about my only resource. His name was Orville Conley Albertson.
Thanks for any assistance you can render. Yours Truly, David Albertson

Date: 10/18/01 REQUEST #844
Name: Keith Betz
Address: 241 Fairview Circle
City, State, ZIP: Middle Island, NY 11953
Telephone: 516-642-3379
E-mail: kjb26@optonline.net

Subject: Capt. Edward D. Borchers

Comments:
I am currently trying to piece together some information about my grandfather, Capt. Edward D. Borchers,
WWII veteran. "Poppop", as I affectionately knew him, passed away 5 years ago and is survived by his
loving wife, Bertie, my "Nanny".
What I do know is that he served his time as a the Capt. of an artillery unit that landed in Italy
and worked their way north until the war ended while they were in Austria, near Berchtesgaden.
I also know that he was the recipient of the Bronze Star. If anyone else has any information about
my grandfather or if you actually knew him, PLEASE e-mail me so that I can give my Nanny some more info.
about his war years. All and any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Date: 10/17/01 REQUEST #843
Name: Mark Burleson
E-mail: burlym76@hotmail.com

Subject: Info on my Great Grandfather

Comments: Hello. I'm doing research on my Great Grandfather. His name was Ralph W. Whitworth.
From Kansas City. He served with the 30th Infantry, 3rd Infantry Division, from Feb.1944
until he was killed on Nov.4th 1944. He was a Private at the time and I believe 34 years old.
I'm looking for anyone that might remember him, where he was killed, or anything about the
30th regiment around that time. Thank you, Mark

Date: 10/17/01 REQUEST #842
Name: Alex M. Quintero
Address: 4905 E. LaPalma
City, State, ZIP: Anaheim, Ca. 92807
Telephone: 714-693-2251
FAX: 714-693-2369
E-mail: aquintero@mti.com
Subject: Search

Comments:
I am trying to obtain pictures of 41st Infantry Division soldiers that served during the years
1943-1949 era. The comrade that served during this time frame was Clarence Atencio, #39238762,
Discharged 29 Jan. 1949. He is passed on now & his remaining family has requested some help
in locating other comrades that may have known or pictures of him & the 41st Division personnel,
to use in a ceremony for our fallen comrade.
All help will be greatly appreciated, Regard's
Alex M. Quintero
U.S. Navy Veteran

Date: 10/17/01           REQUEST #841
Name: Ralph M. Deyo
Address: 4 Whitby Ct.
City, State, ZIP: Mt. Holly, NJ 08060
Telephone: 856-727-5822
E-mail: Rotor-head@msn.com

Subject: Info on WWII member

Comments:
Looking for any information on my father Ralph F. Deyo, during W.W.II. He may have been one
or all of the following; SSGT, FSGT or MSGT.
Portions of his service record are not recoverable due to the archive fire in St. Louis and I am trying
to get any data if possible.
Before departure to Europe/Africa, he was involved in training at Ft. McClellan, Anniston AL.
While assigned there, his wife was seriously injured and first son was killed in an auto accident in 1942/3.
He was involved in the North Africa, and Southern France (Operation Dragoon) landings.
He may have been involved in one of the Italy landing, but I am not sure which and I do know he was in Italy.
He was wounded in each area by "88's". The history is for my mother who is putting together a memorial for him.
Any unit history, morning reports or other accounts will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for any assistance.
Ralph M. Deyo
SCPO USN(Ret)

Date: 10/17/2001 REQUEST #840
Name: Patrick S. Aaron
Address: 20301 J Drive North
City, State, ZIP: Marshall, MI 49068
Telephone: 616-789-2942
E-mail: PSAroo2@aol.com

Subject: Paul S. (Bud) Aaron, Jr.

Comments:
Taps sounded 10/16/01 for one of the 3rds finest. My father was with L Company, 3rd Division,
30th Regiment and served in WWII in Italy, France and Germany. Dad never talk much about his
experience although we know he saved at least 5 guys from the citation he receive along with his bronze star.
If anyone knew him and could mail us their memories of him it would mean a lot to his kids. Thanks

Date: 10-16-2001 REQUEST #839
Name: Merton Haynes
Address: 14066 Shadow Drive
City, State, ZIP: Fontana, Ca, 92337
Telephone: 909-350-3077
E-mail: Haynos@aol.com

Subject: Death of my Step-Father

Comments: My Father Mike Shaheen died on October 11th 2001. He was buried on October 15th 2001
at The Riverside National Cemetery. He was in the 30th infantry regiment of the 3rd Division during WWII.
He fought in Tunisia, Naples-Foggia, Sicily, Rome-Arno, Southern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe.
He attended numerous 3rd Division Reunions but has not attended in quite a while.
All I am trying to do is let any of his fellow soldiers, who might still be alive, know that he has passed on. Thank You.

Date: 15 Oct 2001 REQUEST #838
Name: Merrill F. Milliette
Address: 571 White Lake Way
City, State, ZIP: Colville, Wa 99114
Telephone: 509 684-1694

E-mail: mmilliette@plix.com

Subject: M29 Weasels in the 3rd ID

Comments: Hi all. Looking for pictures of any M29 or M29c Weasels that served in the
3rd Inf Div during WWII. I am currently restoring a M29c and would very much like to dedicate
it to the 3rd Inf Div with markings of the the Division (Unit, registration number, ect).
I served with Co F, 703rd Main Spt Bn from Feb 3, 1989 - 1 May 1992 in Wurzburg Germany,
Emery Barracks and was attached to Co C, 3d Spt Bn, Schweinfurt during Operation Provide Comfort.
Anyone serving during this time is also welcome to write, "Train to Maintain".

Date: October 15, 2001 REQUEST #837
Name: Paul J. Tillman
Address: 7731 Broadway I44
City, State, ZIP: San Antonio, Texas 78209
Telephone: 210-826-1808
FAX: 361-888-7704

E-mail: ptillman@satx.rr.com

Subject: PFC Paul V. Tillman

Comments: This is a long shot, but I thought that I would see if any of the members of my father's
WWII division had any information about him or his particular unit. He was in Europe from
October 1944 through mid-1945. Photos that I have of him were with other soldiers at Rod a Weil, Germany.
My father, Paul V. Tillman, was a native of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and died there in January of 1956.

Date: 10-14-01        REQUEST #836
Name: Stephanie Couey
City, State, ZIP: Alabama
E-mail: greentigers13@aol.com

Subject: James (Jimmy) B. Payne

Comments: I am seeking any information on my great-uncle Jimmy Payne. My grandmother (his sister)
just yesterday told me about his service in WWII. I don't have a lot of information about him.
He was from Cullman, Al and I believe was killed in Belgium in 1945. He did his basic training and
left to go overseas from Mississippi. He was somewhere between 17-21 years old. My grandmother
couldn't remember how old he was. She was only 8 when he left. If you have any information,
I would love to find out more about his service.

Date: October 14, 2001 REQUEST #835
Name: John Kelley
Address: PO Box 3411
City, State, ZIP: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603-0411
Telephone: 845 462 2227
FAX: 845 462 1248

E-mail: johnkelley@sprintmail.com

Subject: Pictures of Headquarters Co.2nd Bat.7th Infantry, 3rd Infantry Division

Comments:
My cousin, James England Muller, was a private and "night scout" in the Headquarters Co.
of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment.
He was killed in action September 5, 1944 SW of Besancon, France in the afternoon.
In Taggart's book, there are 2 pictures, both taken in Larnod, France a hamlet just south
and high above the Doub River.
Most likely and based on my discussions with Lamar Weikle, they were taken on the 5th of September.
On the 6th of September, the 2nd Battalion occupied the village of Avanne just to the North of the Doub River.
I am trying to find out if you have any pictures of the 2nd Battalion Headquarters Company, on the day, or any day earlier.
Jimmy was with the 3rd infantry Division since October, 1943 and was at Cassino and Anzio.
Any help will be deeply appreciated. Also in one one of the pictures, there a camera man
with a movie camera taking pictures of soldiers passing by. Where would the movie pictures be? John Kelley

Date: 2001, 12 October REQUEST #834
Name: Ronney L. Snyder
E-mail: SEngineer702@AOL.com

Subject: Fathers military unit in France (Red Ball Express)

Comments: I would like to find information on the Red Ball Express in France around 1950-1955.
My father was a truck driver who passed away a few years ago. MARREL LEE SNYDER (private) U.S. Army

Date: October 11, 2001 REQUEST #833
Name: Alice Adams Dukes
Address: 2340 Manning Hwy
City, State, ZIP: Greeleyville SC 29056
Telephone: 843-382-2791
FAX: 843-355-9202

E-mail: adukes@wpmedia.com

Subject: 77th Infantry-Statue of Liberty Brigade and The Red Diamond Infantry of Patton's 3rd Army

Comments: My Uncle, Cecil Adams, fought with the 77th infantry during WWII in the Pacific and survived.
I would like as much history as possible about their battles. My Uncle, James Adams, was with the
Red Diamond Infantry in Patton's third Army and survived. Both are now deceased but I am trying to
research their service for our country. Both were from Hartsville, SC.

Date: October 10, 2001 REQUEST #832
Name: Shirley Campbell
City, State, ZIP: McAdam NB Canada
E-mail: soupc@nb.sympatico.ca

Subject: Gerald Casey

Comments:
Looking for anyone who might have served in Korea with my Uncle, Gerald Casey.
He was only 18 at the time. Don't have any other information. thanks

Date: 10-10-01 REQUEST #831
Name: Gary Wilfong
Address: 143 No, Star Dr.
City, State, ZIP: Southington, CT 06489
Telephone: 860-621-9426
E-mail: gwilfong@ussjobs.com
Subject: 10 Engineer Battalion

Comments:
Looking for information or contacts who served w/ 10th Engineer Battalion in Algeria, Tunisia,
Sicily, Naples and France. My father's name was Chester Doyle Wilfong, MOS Cook, born July 1917

Date: October 8, 2001 REQUEST #830
Name: Thomas Evans
Address: PO Box 1513
City, State, ZIP: Morganton, NC 28680
Telephone: 828-438-1624
FAX: 828-433-0417
E-mail: botc@hci.net

Subject: Finding information on my father

Comments: I am inquiring about my father, Thomas Stephen Evans Pvt. Co A 337 infantry.
I am looking to find out anything I can about him. Mainly I am curious as to his achievements
and anyone who may have known him. Thanks for your time.

Date: October 8, 2001   REQUEST #829
Name: Sandra McDonald
Address: 9601 Highway 69 North
City, State, ZIP: Northport, Al 35473
Telephone: 205-330-1589
E-mail: Mdnghtphyre7@aol.com

Subject: 1st Lt. John Clyde "JC" Lawley

Comments: John Clyde Lawley was my grandfather. He died only a year or so after my father's birth.
Now my grandmother is gone. My father and I are hoping to find anyone who recognizes the name
and can tell us about him. I know that he was a 1st lieutenant in the US 3rd Army and that he died on or
about Feb. 25.1945 in Germany. He had served in Ulm, Trier, Bastogne, Luxembourg, Belgium, Saar and Metz.
If you have any information or know of anyone who does please contact me. I want to know what my grandfather
was like as a person and how he died. My grandmother was the only link we had to him and now that she is gone
we hope to find someone with more information.

Date: 7 October 2001     REQUEST #828
Name: Edward Lebow
Address: 747 East Granada Drive
City, State, ZIP: Tempe, AZ 85281
Telephone: 480 894-1214
E-mail: jargonate@qwest.net

Subject: Writer seeking veterans of North Africa/Sicily Campaigns

Comments:

A year and a half ago I wrote a lengthy story for Phoenix New Times based on
the war letters of Lt. David Murdock, commanding officer "I" company/7th Infantry
who was killed August 11, 1943 in fighting along the north coast of Sicily.
A link to the story was posted on the 3rd Division web site at the time, so it may have crossed your computer
screen. I've attached the computer link in case you want to see it:

http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/issues/2000-02-03/feature.html/page1.html.

I'm still working on Murdock and the campaigns in North Africa (beginning with the landings at Fedala)
and Sicily and would like to locate and interview veterans who experienced the battle conditions
of the Sicilian campaign, or recall anything about the officer's death. I'd also like to locate and interview
veterans who experienced, as Murdock did, the landings at Fedala, French Morocco, in November 1942,
and the preparations for the Sicilian campaign that winter and spring. Please contact
    Ed Lebow
    747 East Granada Drive
    Tempe, AZ 85281
    480 894-1214
    jargonate@qwest.net

Many thanks for your help, Ed

Date: 10-07-01 REQUEST #827
Name:
E-mail: kkarebare9999@aol.com

Subject: Milton Charles Deacon

I am trying to find information on Milton Charles Deacon who served in World War Two
from April 1943 until April 1946. We know he was in the Navy and he is from New Jersey.
My husband was just given his flag from his funeral and we are trying to find out where he
served and his rank so we can have a plaque made for the flag to display it properly. Thank you

Date: 10-07-01 REQUEST #826
Name: Chad Huntzinger
E-mail: ptl66@aol.com

Subject: Robert D. Mc Cormick
I am at a point in my life where I am finally fairly certain that I have all of my affairs in order.
Unfortunately time is running out on getting some of the answers about my families past.
To make the story a bit shorter, my Grandmother's brother (my great uncle) served in the Army
during World War II. He is said to have fought in Africa, Germany and France.
He was killed in France on November 4, 1944.
But due to the grief of his loss, my grandparents have not said anything else about "Uncle Bob."
It would be greatly appreciated if you had any knowledge of Robert D. McCormick.
He is buried in Epinal Cemetary in France and that is about all I know. I don't even know what unit
he was attached to or any awards or service medals he received.
Being a veteran of the Persian Gulf War myself, I am trying to put to paper my families military history.
Again thank you for your time and I do hope to hear from you soon.

Webmaster's note: S/Sgt. Robert D. Wood served with the 7th Infantry Regiment and was killed in action.
He was awarded the Purple Heart.
This information is from the book, "History of the 3rd Infantry Division in WWII". Anyone who has further information,
please contact Mr. Huntzinger.

Information on anyone who died in World War II and is buried in a European cemetery, can be found at this website:
http://www.americanwardead.com/searchww.htm

Date: 10-03-01            REQUEST #825
Name: Homer C. Trego U S N (Ret)
Address: 5204 Bartlett Dr.
City, State, ZIP: The Colony, TX. 75056-2324
Telephone: (972) 370-07
E-mail: htrego@flash.net

Subject: Information about Father in WW1

Comments:
I have been trying to find information about my Father who was in CO G 30th Inf in WW1.
While going through some of his things I came across a 3rd Division patch. He never would talk
much about the war. I know that he was wounded and gassed in France, but that's about all.
He had the Purple Heart with and oak leaf cluster. I would like to know where all he was in France etc.
His name was Charles H. Trego Pvt. Serial No. 547075. I sent to the Army records Center in St. Louis
about a year ago but have heard nothing to date. Any information will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you very much. Sincerely, Homer C. Trego

Date: 10-2-01 REQUEST #824
Name: Stephen Ward
Address: 3233 Birch Ave.
City, State, ZIP: Grapevine, Texas 76051
Telephone: (817) 267-2663
E-mail: warddraw5@msn.com

Subject: Question for any possible veterans

Comments:
My name is Stephen Ward and I am a senior in high school here in Grapevine, Texas.
I am working on my senior paper and I have a question that I would very much appreciate some veterans
being able to answer; if you could possibly pass this along to any veterans possible,
it would be very beneficial to my research.

    My question, and my paper thesis, is "How do modern films such as Saving Private Ryan
as opposed to older ones such as The Dirty Dozen or The Longest Day affect how people interpret
and appreciate what was done by American "citizen soldiers" during World War Two?"

    Also, it's not just films, what are your thoughts on TV shows, books, the way that soldiers
from WWII are portrayed? What do you think about how WWII GI's are portrayed and shown in
post-war and modern media?

I would really appreciate any thoughts you have, and if you are able to provide some input I would
also like your permission to quote you in my paper as well; you will receive full credit for your
assistance with this. Well, thanks for taking the time to read this and taking some time to respond.

Date: 1 OCT. 2001     REQUEST #823
Name: Phillip Deputy
Address: 9055 E Catalina Hwy 11102
City, State, ZIP: Tucson AZ 85749
Telephone: 520-245-3931
E-mail: padeputy@sundt.com

Subject: Frank A Deputy

Comments: I was Just wondering if anyone remembered my Grandfather.
His name was Frank "Bud" Deputy and I think he was in the 729 Armored Div.
I anyone has information please email me. Thank you

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