USS Klondike 1950-1952

Comments: My father served on the USS Klondike, from 1950 to 1952. The USS Klondike was based out of San Diego. I am trying to find out if the USS Klondike was in Korean waters at any time from 1950 to 1952, or if it stayed in San Diego for the entire two years. If it did go to Korea, the Navy wants me to tell them the location, and the dates it was there, on a form they want me to fill out. I have tried to find out this information from the Navy, and from sites on the internet, unsuccessfully. If you know any site I could find this information or if you know this information, that would be very helpful. Barbara Quigan

Keywords: USS Klondike, Korean War,

VS-871

Comments: flew with bud messinger. was ao3 and 2 during that tour

Keywords: korean cruise in the tbm

on Defense from recommision to decommision

Comments: worked in After Engine Room , made water with a small Boiler . Donald Dye was a Boilerman and ahead of the crew . went on the Defense just before Sea Trials in 51 left just before Decomission in 55

Keywords: USS Defense AM317

FASRON 117 SHIPMATES (1952- 1954)

Comments: WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM FORMER SHIPMATES. I WAS AT BARBERS POINT FROM DEC '52 THRU DEC '54. AT BARBERS POINT I WAS A PLANE CAPTIAN, AT FORD ISLAND I WORKED WITH THE SQUADRONS DOING THEIR ORI ON THE WAY TO THE FAR EAST. I WAS ON THE BEACHING CREW. LAUNCHING AND RETRIEVING THE SEA PLANES., REPAIRED AIRCRAFT REMOVED FROM THE CARRIERS PASSING THRU, DROVE A REFUELING TANKER...AT FORD ISLAND WE DID IT ALL.

Keywords: BARBERS POINT AND FORD ISLAND, HAWAII

Looking for someone who might have known my father

Comments: I am looking for someone who might have known my father PN3 Harry Junkert. He was in the Navy from 1948 to 1952, and his discharge papers say that his primary assignment was "boat unit one". If anyone knows about this please let me know.

Keywords: Boat Unit One

Looking for my biological grandfather

Comments: Looking for my biological grandfather Richard Pierce, served in the Navy. My grandmother's name is Gladys Powers. They had a son out of wedlock and were kept apart. My father's name is Richard Marion Reeves born in July 9th,1951 in TN. We were told by my great grandma he was a Chief Petty Officer in the Navy from Indianapolis,IN and stationed in Memphis, TN in the 1950's. Any help finding him or his next of kin would be appreciated. Would love to get to know him and find out medical history. Please email me if you have any information. jennyfur2004@yahoo.com

Keywords: Richard Pierce, Memphis, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1950

Looking for Shipmates

Comments: On board PF4 for only 3 months from April 1952 until July of same year. Remember close in shore bombardment in Korea when we were hit by shore battery while destroying a troop train.

Keywords: James E Taylor

In Memory of My father John Joseph Binetti BMC

Comments: Hello:

I am sending this message out to all my fathers shipmates that may come upon this to let anyone know that may be still be with us from the commissioned crew of the Douglas H. Fox DD779 that he spoke of- that he has passed away on November 9, 2007. I miss him terribly. To those that are resting in the China Sea My father is on his way to be with you soon! His ashes are awaiting a ship to go to the South China Sea where his wishes are to be scattered among and laid to rest with his buddies he was unable to save during a battle during the Korean War. I can still remember the 12 men's names. He was however able to save 2 men's lives and was highly decorated for that. He will always be My Dad and my Hero. I wrote him a poem and was honored to have it published in a hard copy book called "Timeless Voices"- although away most of the time serving our country his willingness to serve taught me respect and his acomplishments gave me encouragement. Hopefully "My Dad, My Hero" will bring an inspiration and an emotional sensitivity to all that read it. Here it is:

MY DAD MY HERO From the colonist who rebelled, to the soldier of today, you're my hero, Dad I know not what else to say. You sailed many seas of blue and deserve tribute that is due, So very proud a daughter I am and Dad, I sincerely love you. You are my American Hero,Dad, your devotion is second to none, Your courage and bravery alone caused many battles to be won. We have beaten the forces of evil and carried our flag far and wide. Because of My Dad, My Hero, my heart is filled with pride. Only because of you and the price you willingly did pay, only because of you, Dad, Old Glory still flies today! Nettiann L. Ventura

I miss you Dad!

Flag is out front!

God Bless our Country and the men and women just like you- "Our Military Proud" --Semper Fidalis--- _______________________________________________________________

Keywords: Commissioned Crew Douglas H. Fox DD779 WW11, Korean War Navy Veteran deceased

USS. Bennington 1955-56

Comments: Would like to know if anyone has a book where i can see if my uncle's picture is in there. Fredrick Metoxen. He joined in Jan of 1955, company 327 after boot camp he served on board USS. Bennington.

Keywords: Company 327 Out of Great lakes Navy of wisconsin.

Looking For Information

Comments: I am looking for information concerning the deployment of the U.S.S. Cabot (CVL-28) 1952-1956. My friend Pete is being denied membership to the Veterans Of Foreign Wars. We can not find records of deployment during the time frame 1952-1956.Also were there any campaign medals for that time? He needs this information as his records were lost in a fire. We also can not locate any confidential records or medical records. I would for ever be in your debt of gratitude. Thank you for your time. I will await to hear.

Keywords: U.S.S.Cabot Deployment (CVL-28) 1952-1956

My grandfather Mr. Thomas Leroy Hammond.....

Comments: Please help me to find my grandfather for the sake of my mother, Nancy-lee Hammond Cruz. She is looking forward to see his father, Thomas Leroy Hammond. Any info is a big help...

Thank you......

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JACK CARROS US VALLEY FORGE

Comments: Looking for anyone who knew my Dad John Carros (Jack) KIA May 1952 was on Valley Forge a VF-51 (i think) pilot thanks

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USS Princeton - Navy Band Members

Comments: My Father, Richard (Dick) Patterson, served in the Navy during the Korean War between 1948-1953. He also went by the nickname "Pat". He was an excellent Tenor Saxophone Player in the Navy Band. He is very sick now and I would be honored to hear from anyone who knew him then and may have served with him. Thank you for your service and for your assistance.

Keywords: USS Princeton - Navy Band Members (1948-1953)

ken rowlings-chilton ne england

Comments: can anyone please give me some info on my step grand parent.all i know is he served on the mounts bay ,he was in rn for a while so probs. more ships..just been given his medals off me parents----- a/malaya---red/white ribbon.-- b/1939-1945--blue/white ribbon lion on top of a animal with a birds head--?.-- c/korea---yellow/blue ribbon.-- d/korea - united nations--white/blue .--ribbon i am sorry i dont know more about thes medals or the ribbons and i know i should ,but if any one knew my grandfather or if they could give me any info on the medals,all i know is that as a child i found him a wonderfull man who allways had time for me ,but he never (other than telling me he was in the navy ,and giving me his bell bottoms in the early 70,s(beat all the flaires at school)mentioned anything what relaites to these medals .regards mike bilclough

Keywords: hms mounts bay was one of his ships

Commander Flogistic Air Wing

Comments: I worked in the adminstration office at commander fleet logistic airwing from 1952 - 1954 would like to hear from anyone with this unit

Keywords: Richard Buddy Rice

Air Group 8

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Keywords: I was turret gunner in Torpedo squdron 8 serving on the U.S.S. Bennington during ww2, any one from that group E-Mail. CAG was Comander Cagle XO was Peabody from Boston

LOOKING FOR ANY ONE WHO WAS ATTACHED TO ( VR23 COD ) 1956 - 1957

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looking for anyone who served on the uss cocopa during 1951-1954

Comments: anyone with pictures of our ship, please forward them to me.

Keywords: korea conflict. friends were John Smith, Warren Spahn, TD Nelson. Our Captain was Peterson, don't know his first name. Anyone with any information, please respond. Our ship was the USS Cocopa ATF 101

Looking for info on Ledford Paul Long

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USS Sea Ray 1946

Comments: I am working on a biography for my husband. He served as a young medical/pharmacy technician. He has a barely-visible photo of the "USS Sea Ray" but I would like to find a photo I can see. He already served in WWII, was recalled from the Reserves twice for Korean duty. This surely is not as significant as info re those who did not return, MIAs, etc. but I would like to get more info and photo if possible. You can be assured that we are leaving some thoughts and perspectives on wars and other "conflicts" for our kids and grandkids, etc. Thanks, Ann P.S. I tried the list of Navy ships with no luck.

Keywords: USS Sea Ray troop transport ship Secondary importance: the victory ship, "Mexico Victory" U. S. Army, 6th Medical Battalion, 63rd Division, 6th Division. 6th Battalion Field Hospital, Chon-Jun (sp?) Jan-Feb 1946 to (?) late 1946

Anthony Lombardi or Billy Blevins

Comments: If anyone knows either of these two persons please contact me. I have been searching for the family of my birth father, Anthony Lombardi for over 25 years. Billy Blevins was his best buddy and I am hoping he can help me find my father's family. I only know they were stationed for a while in central Florida when they new my Mom. Thank you for any little bit of info you can offer. Sincerely, Cynthia Louise Lee Kuchar

Keywords: Janet Cora Lee (MOM) Lake Mary, Florida (location known)

Looking for anyone who new my Dad James Francis Black et by Fran,Jim,Franny,James,Francis

Comments: I want iformation on my dads military service from anyone who knows anything,even non-military personel who knew him when he was working for Government

Keywords: He was WWII ship unknow,hailed from Manchester,NH,after the Navy was Army YUMA,AZ,Then AF,stationed so many Minot AFB,MinotND,UTAH,Cheyenne.WO,Warren AFB,South Dakota SAG/SAC can't recall where,.My Mom & he both worked LongBeach,Ca. Shipyards,Both worked Fort Mac Arhur San Pedro ,Ca.Thanks Teri

GLENN MONT EDMONDSON GM 1DALWATTERS

Comments: looking for ship name and shipmates of my brother glenn mont edmondson gm1 last ship he served on was a mine sweep off korea

Keywords: minesweeper off korea

Looking for information on Seaman

Comments: I am not very familiar with Navy verbage. Please excuse me if I use the incorrect language. Wondering if someone could help me. A crewmember on one of these destroyers, possible committed Suicide or died on the deck of the ship while docked at some port. Sorry this is all the information I have. I am just looking for a name and year. Your help will be very appreciated.

Keywords: USS OZBOURN DD 846 USS INGERSOLL DD 652 USS VAMMEN DE 644