New Currahee Blog

Comments: You are welcome to post items on the new 506th Association Currahee Blog at http://506infantry.blogspot.com. Posting Standards are listed on the web page http://506infantry.blogspot.com/search/label/Post%20Standards.

Keywords: 506th, Currahees

Donations needed for new Currahee KIA Memorial

Comments: Over 1,400 Currahees have made the supreme sacrifice for our country. You may have known some of them. But what you may not know is that there is no single memorial to all the soldiers of our Regiment who have been killed in action. This situation is about to change. Work has already started on a memorial, but your help is needed. At present, there is a need to raise $38,000. This is the unfunded dollar amount required to complete this memorial. This tribute to our fallen is being paid for by people like you. The Army has provided the land; however, soldiers, and veterans, along with Currahee friends and family, will have to come together if we are to complete this project. Now is the time to step up and take action. Check out the 506th Association web page www.506infantry.org/projectstable.html to see what the memorial will look like and how you can make this dream a reality.

Keywords: 506th, Currahees

4/7 CAV then 5/17 CAV or vice versa?

Comments: Just stumbled onto this site searching info on the axe murders at the JSA, have fond memories of Korea. Sonjuri, the Yaki and fries after the clubs, catching the train from Munsan to Seoul with a bunch of cool guys from the JSA and gettin so drunk off Soju and crown royal that I didn't make any clubs the guys dumped me in the main post gym at Seoul I woke up the next morning in center court hugging that nice cool floor! Watchin the fights between the ground troop guys and the air troop guys from Cp Stanton when they would try to take over our vill(Sonjuri).

And taking bets on how many M-1 Abrams tanks would go thru the water crossing before taking out the apartments strategically placed at the exact right spot where they turned onto the hardball during winter alerts... Also to the lil shitbird specialist who was in my section who I trusted with 80 bucks and my extra stuff to mail to me after I DEROS'd and yu ran off with my money and kept my stuff I hope your crackhead mother is doing ok now??

Keywords: Commo section

PR's of the DMZ

Comments: I ran across this site by accident. I'd like to hear from you if you were stationed at Camp Pelham 91-92. Even though I don't miss Korea, and much less SonyuRi, those days are embedded in my memory forever as the "lost year."

The NCo club, the enchanting nightlife in SonyuRi, and who can forget, the Yakimandu with ketchup and ramen with cheese at 3 a.m. after a night of hanging out with your buddies drinking Soju and OB beer.

The "black marketing" of mess hall cheese/MREs, the bus rides to Camp Casey and Soul, and the COLD nights of guard duty in the field, Ayima's tent of goddies in the field (she knew the exact coordinates where we were jumping to before the BC did).

And who can forget the mess hall food, creations of SFC Santiago (PiNueve)? Big Bird (CSM)? $12 case of Bud at the mini PX? Sneakin out ofcamp on Sat nights without a pass with your 1SG and a crew in the back of a Hummer?

Anyways, hope to hear from you crazy SObs soon!

Keywords: Veneno

309th AH Bn, Camp Paige

Comments: Saw this web site and thought i would try, been looking for folkes I was stationed with in Korea with the 309th AH Bn, Cobra unit...Army History kind of has it wrong as to the unit and its designation when it went to Korea. Saw that Camp Paige was closed down thought I would try and find some ppl I was stationed with in 87 and 88.

Keywords: Dave Hill, Joseph Barber, SSG Torres Commo, Ratt Rig

Trying to re-connect with medic from Camp Colbern 1993 thru 1994

Comments: ROK...good times...bad hangovers...great memories.

Looking to reconnect with a good buddy of mine from Camp Colbern 1993 - 1994. Mike was the medic on camp for HQ & Charlie company and I was a Spec 4 signal operator from C Co. Got to go through combat lifesaver class taught by him and even caught some weightlifting tips from him, too. Lost track of him once I rotated back to Georgia. Mike, if you're out there, look me up!!!

Keywords: C co / 304th Signal Battalion / Camp Colbern / Seoul ambulance ride / flushing the system with IV's / combat lifesaver course / found out I CAN pick you up on my back under fire / IV practice

CRC 125th Med Det 3/1990-9/1991

Comments: Looking for the medics and medical personnels that were stationed at the 125th Medical Detachment (OB), CRC. Particularly Pamela Smith from Tallahassee, FL, Cristi West from Gainsville, FL and Rebecca Dare from IL.

Keywords: Tup!

Korea DMZ Vets reunion 2009

Comments: Anyone who would like to attend Korea DMZ Vets reunion 2009 in Philadelphia and Valley Forge, PA, November 9, 10, 11, 12, email me at mdswitmer@aol.com for more info; everyone who served in country in any service (and civilians who worked for US Govt) during any years is welcome!

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looking for buddies from camp humphreys field station korea 332nd asa unit 501st mi

Comments: looking foward to hear from you guys

Keywords: paul clark,karl howard,starchid,p-funk,stoneman,coleman davis,pedro ocasio,abraham burgos

My tour in Korea.....Oct.94 - Nov.95

Comments: I would love to meet up with the First Sergeant who said I had a serious integrity issue. He would be so surprised to know that he was played like a violin and his actions unfolded exactly as they were designed to. No harm no foul...?? Well look at me now!

And to you Major...did you two put any consideration and thought into the family that you were about to destroy? Being a field grade officer gives you the ability to administer field grade articles but it does not give you the right to disregard human life!

I lost my grandmother, who raised me, after I first arrived and I had a newborn who I had not even met yet because neither of you two would approve my leave.

You two decided to strip me of all I had worked for and kept me in country one month over my tour to teach me a lesson...???

The truth is that your boldness taught me an early lesson about the military. I once had hopes to make a career of the Army but you two shattered that abruptly.

I decided to make a better future for myself and I did just that!

The dark cloud that covered quickly diminished when I decided to take things into my own hands.

While on extra duty, I wrote numerous letters and faxed MANY every night to my Senator. Whom we all know as Max...but names are not important. What is important is the truth. I also mailed letters to others of upper echelon because it seemed I had no support in my corner. Which is 100% true!

I was receiving NO PAY DUES for MANY MANY months. Nearly 8 months of that went on. I could not get my own company to approve advance pays for me. Nobody and I mean nobody would help me!

I did find help!

Someone who FINALLY LISTENED! Thank You Max! I just like Max as the character, so deal with it.

I was handed a field grade Article 15. E-4 promotable lowered to E-1. Loss of 1/2 pay for 2 months. Extra Duty for 45 days. I turned that all around by sticking up for what is right. I made someone listen by not giving up. I never gave up. I did all the things that the Army had taught me to do but what I did not do is give into the BS which I was being fed!

I fought and won. I received all the proper back pay, 8 months worth! I was still able to use my G.I. Bill and pursue a very lucrative life!

Good things can come of bad. It just matters how bad you really want it!

Go INDIANS and Good Luck GRIZ!!!!!!

Keywords: REVISED DATES

My story should be shared with many!

Comments: My tour in Korea.....Oct.93 - Nov.93

I would love to meet up with the First Sergeant who said I had a serious integrity issue. He would be so surprised to know that he was played like a violin and his actions unfolded exactly as they were designed to. No harm no foul...?? Well look at me now!

And to you Major...did you two put any consideration and thought into the family that you were about to destroy? Being a field grade officer gives you the ability to administer field grade articles but it does not give you the right to disregard human life!

I lost my grandmother, who raised me, after I first arrived and I had a newborn who I had not even met yet because neither of you two would approve my leave.

You two decided to strip me of all I had worked for and kept me in country one month over my tour to teach me a lesson...???

The truth is that your boldness taught me an early lesson about the military. I once had hopes to make a career of the Army but you two shattered that abruptly.

I decided to make a better future for myself and I did just that!

The dark cloud that covered quickly diminished when I decided to take things into my own hands.

While on extra duty, I wrote numerous letters and faxed MANY every night to my Senator. Whom we all know as Max...but names are not important. What is important is the truth. I also mailed letters to others of upper echelon because it seemed I had no support in my corner. Which is 100% true!

I was receiving NO PAY DUES for MANY MANY months. Nearly 8 months of that went on. I could not get my own company to approve advance pays for me. Nobody and I mean nobody would help me!

I did find help!

Someone who FINALLY LISTENED! Thank You Max! I just like Max as the character, so deal with it.

I was handed a field grade Article 15. E-4 promotable lowered to E-1. Loss of 1/2 pay for 2 months. Extra Duty for 45 days. I turned that all around by sticking up for what is right. I made someone listen by not giving up. I never gave up. I did all the things that the Army had taught me to do but what I did not do is give into the BS which I was being fed!

I fought and won. I received all the proper back pay, 8 months worth! I was still able to use my G.I. Bill and pursue a very lucrative life!

Good things can come of bad. It just matters how bad you really want it!

Go INDIANS and Good Luck GRIZ!!!!!!

Keywords: C/2nd AMC, Camp Stanley, 2ID

Currahee Rendezvous 2009

Comments: Get the latest information on Currahee Rendezvous 2009 on the 506th Association web page www.506infantry.org/projectstable.html . No this is not another reunion, nor is it just a gathering of veterans. This is something very special and will be remembered for its unique approach to the homecoming of the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 506th Infantry Regiment. Our regiment is currently deployed to Afghanistan and COL Pete Johnson, Regimental Commander, has decided to have a three day celebration when the troops return to Fort Campbell. Plans are now being made and YOU are invited. That is correct, all 506th Veterans are invited to attend CURRAHEE RENDEZVOUS 2009. Although the Currahees will return to CONUS in late winter or early spring, in order to allow for block leave and event planning, the Rendezvous is scheduled for May 28- 30, 2009.

Keywords: 506th, Currahees

B CO 1ST 506TH 91-92

Comments: Looking for friends or people who were there at that time to try and refesh memories.

Keywords: Camp Greaves

DMZ Korea 1990-1992

Comments: Looking for people who were in Korea from 1990-1992. I started out with C co 2/503 INF on the DMZ from Feb-May of 1990, then went over to B co 1/5 INF who relieved us on the DMZ.

After DMZ Mission with 1/5 I went to Camp Howze and was assigned to B co 1/503 INF. During the first Gulf War we were getting re-assigned left and right because of units deactivating, if you were there you know what I am talking about.

In total I wound up doing two full DMZ rotation before 1/503 Handed the mission back over to the ROK's.

Keywords: C co 2/503 INF, B co 1/5(M)INF, B co 1/503 INF.

JSA 1993-1994

Comments: Had an incredible time at the JSA - trying, but rewarding! I can still remember getting smoked by 1SG Lopez for chewing gum in formation, drinking WAY too much beer, late nights at the gym, Kim Il Sung dying, Jimmy Carter's visit, The "Carter Expressway", 0300 alerts, the Army's best chow hall, trying to keep up with the Army's best soldiers, etc, etc.

If you were there during that time frame, drop me an email.

Brian McDonald

Keywords: 1993-1994, 93, 94, Motor pool, 1SG Lopez, PFC Hudson, SSG Paulino, SPC Campbell, SSG Kitchmaster, CPT Sangvic, CPT Warren, CW3 Ramos, SFC Gonzalez, PVT Lawing, CPL Bultman (Buck!), SPC Volkmar, PFC Ricci, CPL Herman, etc (I'm leaving out at least 20 more because I'm bad with names and didn't get the yearbook)...

Now Accepting Applications for 506th Association College Scholarship (2009)

Comments: $500 College Scholarship To Be Offered

The 506th Association is now accepting applications for our 2009 College Scholarship. This year the Scholarship Committee will be able to award at least one $500 scholarship due to the generous donations from our membership. Check out the www.506infantry.org/projects/scholarshipfund.html for information on how to apply. Items one thru six, in the link, detail the application procedure while items seven thru thirteen explain the selection process.

Applicants are reminded to include their mailing address, phone number, and email address with their application. In addition, items that are sent with the application cannot be returned. Do not send original documentation as photo copies of important papers will be accepted. Questions may be directed to me at the email address listed below.

Alfred May

AlfredMay@aol.com

Scholarship Committee Chairman

NOTE: the 2006, 2007, and 2008 scholarship recipients are featured on the www.506infantry.org/projects/scholarshiprecipients.html web page.

Keywords: 506th, Currahees

Bali Bali, Adashi!!

Comments: I served in Korea and didn't do a Z mission. I got there in nov 90, when the 1/5th was on the Z. The powers to be decided not to send me there, and I had to wait to join my unit when they got off the DMZ. I was with HHC 2nd Brig, and then went to HHC platoon, TOW section, Dco 1/5 inf. I was there until july 91, and went to Eco after the 1/5 th transitioned to Bradly Fighting Vehicles. My MOS was 11-H. Thats why I did't go to the DMZ in the summer. The whole Bradly trasition. They sent The 503rd instead. Which to my understanding, was the last DMZ mission for the 2nd ID. The US turned over The US Army's section of the Z to the Rok Army in the fall of 91. But I have a lot of crazy memories from my time in The ROK. I went to Ft Carson and finished my time in the army there. It wasn't the same, Korea was a wooh place to be in The Army. Allthough I don't miss sleeping in -35 degree weather, or the smell. But I took lots of photos, which is what i do now. I work as a photographer, and im hoping to start my own bussiness someday. Some guys Im hoping to hear from are grey, booth, wolf, deville, dupont, or anybody that served with the 1/5th.

Keywords: Camp Hovey, HHC 2nd Brig, Dco and Eco 1/5 Inf (m) nov90-dec91

Guns of the DMZ, Camp Pelhem

Comments: Anyone out there serve at Camp Pelhem Jan 91 to Jan 92? I was in C Battery. Good times. James

Keywords: Anyone out there serve at Camp Pelhem Jan 91 to Jan 92? I was in C Battery. Good times. James

Mechanics of HHB 2/17 FA from March 99 to October 00

Comments: Just looking for anyone from when I was there for shits and kicks. Skipper, Ovitt, Watson, Garcia, SSG Loyd, MSG Oprish, SSG Adams, Snappy anyone who might read this!

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296th FSB Camp Edwads (W) 1991-92

Comments: Served as a truck driver, 88Mike, at Camp Edwards in 1991-92. Just south of Freedom Bridge on the Imjin. Would love to talk to anyone else who was there at that time. HQ/A Co, 296th FSB

Keywords: 296, Johnson ,Foushi ,Webb,Treme, Lessman

Camp Pelham '84-'85

Comments: Just wondering where all my old comrades are in these trying times. Back then I was Spec 4 Michael Lyke and at 1st I was the number 1 man in B Btry in '84 and then became the mealcard, RCP and Legal clerk in HQ PAC thru '85. I knew alot of you guys! Give me a holler! Hear me Adames,Lazurus, Blanco and 10 foot tall Thacker? lol

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June 2008 issue - The Currahee! Newsletter

Comments: The June 2008 issue of The Currahee! newsletter (published by the 506th Association) is ready for mailing. If you served in the 506th Infantry (Air Assault), 2nd Infantry Division and would like to be placed on the 506th Association Roster/mailing list and receive a complimentary copy of this newsletter, just send your postal address to me at TheMOE_A1506@msn.com. You can check out the 506th Association web site at www.506infantry.org. Click on the Contacting Currahees white link button to get to the Currahee eMailRoom. Click on the Photographs and History white link button to view 506th photos, articles, memorabilia, etc.

Keywords: 506th, Currahees

looking for 239th Avn past personnel

Comments: I am trying to locate anyone who was in the 6th Avn in 1969 when it was changed to the 239th Avn Co and moved from Camp Red Clound and Camp Stanley to Camp Casey. I served with the 6th Avn Plt from Dec 67- Dec 68 and I am trying to get as much information on this change over as I can to complete the history of of the 6th Avn.Any past members of the 6th Avn Plt or the 239th who can help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact me if you have any information on this.

Keywords: 6th Avn Plt, or the 239th Avn Co.

FIRST ROCK

Comments: was up anyone over there in 97 a 1/503 best of the worst of times haha

Keywords: mark herring leo onalis zane beagle poitras 1997