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| Current Message 50 - July 21, 2005 |
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Entry: 52154
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
1Kt Joseph W. Smith |
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Quintin Villanueva wrote on 2005-07-21 08:14:12.0
Comments: Looking for anyone who knew Lt Smith and for information surrounding the circumstances of Lt Smith's capture and death.
Keywords: 1st Platoon, B Co, 35th Infantry. Captured late November, 1950. Died in Camp 5 August 1951
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| Current Message 51 - June 22, 2005 |
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Entry: 51647
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Looking for any who might of known my Uncle Sgt William (Billie) Shelton was in Camp 5 |
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Kriste Elrod wrote on 2005-06-22 12:06:41.0
Comments: I am looking for any one who might on known my uncle Billie. He was captured November 27th, 1950 along the manchurian border. He survived the death march and ended up in Camp 5 where he died some time in the middle of March 1951. Any one having knowledge of him or might of been in camp 5 with him I will apprerciate information. Please fill free to e-mail me.
Keywords: SGT William (Billie) Shelton Baker Company,1st battalion, 35th infantry 25th regiment.
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| Current Message 52 - January 31, 2005 |
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Entry: 48535
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Lester R. Sitton, Jr. |
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Joe Sitton wrote on 2005-01-31 06:23:51.0
Comments: Lester R. Sitton died of malnutrition at Camp 5 on Feb. 24, 1951. He was a member of the 2nd Engineer Combat Bn, 2nd Infantry Division, and was listed as MIA on 30 Nov. 1950 at Sonchu. Would appreciate hearing from anyone regarding conditions at that camp.
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| Current Message 53 - October 17, 2004 |
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Entry: 46340
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Pfc. John Dewey(J.D.) Reedy |
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Lonnie Gene mauck wrote on 2004-10-17 16:40:12.0
Comments: My grand-dad John Dewey Reedy was a P.O.W for 33 months. I know he did time in Camp 5 but I don't know if he was anywhere else. I have all his letters to his mother and father from inside the camp and am still trying to read them. They were mostly written on rice paper, so they're fading. He died in 1988 of heart failure. Most of us think it was from the war. If anyone has information about him or if you knew him, please contact me. Thank You.
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| Current Message 54 - July 26, 2004 |
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Entry: 44778
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
POW awards |
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Graham Walker wrote on 2004-07-26 00:41:01.0
Comments: I am researching the prisoner of war experience as part of the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Korean war in Australia. I would be most grateful to know what US medal or other awards were given for meritorious service while a POW.
Graham Walker (Australian Vietnam veteran) walkergf@tpg.com.au
Keywords: Awards for meritorious service as a POW in Korea
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| Current Message 55 - July 24, 2004 |
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Entry: 44746
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
memories lost |
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Elaine Rose wrote on 2004-07-24 16:57:28.0
Comments: just remembering my uncle telling us about his experience in the prison camp#5, on the Yalu river, it is a heartbreaking situation that all of these army veterans had to go though. My uncles name was John L. Smith, he was a machinegunner with the 7th division. (his nickname-Smitty).
He passed away on 23 July, 2004 just 2 days short of his birthday. He was in capture for 33 months.
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| Current Message 56 - July 12, 2004 |
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Entry: 44405
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Willard M Gibson aka Buster POW/MIA |
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Kevin Hinton wrote on 2004-07-12 00:10:33.0
Comments: I am looking for information of personnal who might of been in Camp 5 with my uncle Willard M. Gipson who nickname was Buster. Captured Dec 1950 in the chosin basin. Was with 2/9 REGT 2ID when capture. Possible die in Jun 1951?? Anyone with information please E-mail
Kevin Hinton
Keywords: Buster
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| Current Message 57 - June 6, 2004 |
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Entry: 43591
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Joel Adams or William Caprin |
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Deborah Christman wrote on 2004-06-06 10:47:05.0
Comments: Looking for anyone with knowlege of my father Joel R. Adams or William J. Caprin that were captured on or around 11/2/50 at Unsan and intered in POW camp 5. My father was labeled as a "reactionary" Is anyone out there with knowlege of either of these men. Also have photo of my dad with a man named Bowers taken in Japan. Could this be Maurice Bowers?
Keywords: POW in Camp 5
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| Current Message 58 - June 3, 2004 |
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Entry: 43493
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
L Co 8th Cal 1Cav Div |
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CLOYCE M. Odell wrote on 2004-06-03 17:00:10.0
Comments: Met the wife of Harry E.Harkness, who he was married to at the time of his death at Camp 5 on March 15, 1951 as being a POW.
Keywords: Harry E. Harkness
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| Current Message 59 - May 1, 2004 |
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Entry: 42743
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Confirmation |
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JAMES G. Taylor wrote on 2004-05-01 18:56:08.0
Comments:
Keywords: 1st Platoon, Able Co, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division
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| Current Message 60 - May 1, 2004 |
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Entry: 42742
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
I was there |
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JAMES G. Taylor wrote on 2004-05-01 18:35:24.0
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Keywords: 1st Platoon, Able Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division
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| Current Message 61 - April 27, 2004 |
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Entry: 42656
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connie slocum wrote on 2004-04-27 14:37:25.0
Comments: any one who knew frank please call we do not have much information about him..
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| Current Message 62 - April 27, 2004 |
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Entry: 42655
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Family of Franklin Marion Barber |
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connie slocum wrote on 2004-04-27 14:34:18.0
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Keywords: died while prisone on May 27, 1951 ? May massacre and frank was my uncle. I am trying to help my mom find out something..
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| Current Message 63 - April 17, 2004 |
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Entry: 42391
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Nonrepatriate POWs |
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Brian McKnight wrote on 2004-04-17 09:07:39.0
Comments: I am an historian working on a project that deals with the POW experience in Korea. Specifically, I am interested in the handful of POWs who refused repatriation at the end of the war. If anyone has information to share with me, please call, write, or email. I would like to conduct oral history interviews with several respondents.
Thanks
Brian McKnight Department of History and Philosophy The University of Virginia's College at Wise
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| Current Message 64 - March 17, 2004 |
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Entry: 41795
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
INFO HQ BATT 57TH FA BN SURVIVORS OF CHOSIN NOV 1950 |
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RICHARD J. RONCA wrote on 2004-03-17 10:33:18.0
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| Current Message 65 - February 23, 2004 |
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Entry: 41187
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Information about Francis J MacDonnell |
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Ned Benton wrote on 2004-02-23 09:22:56.0
Comments: I am completing a website for Larchmont NY that organizes information about Larchmonters killed in the Korean War. MacDonnell appears in the William Funchess smuggled list of Americans at Camp 5 who dies in captivity. The entry was "MSGT F.J. MacDonald" which is a spelling error but probably him.
If anyone knew him before or during his captivity, or if there are family members who would want more information, please email me. The following is a summary of MacDonnell's record.
Rank: Master Sergeant Serial Number: RA06058870 State of Record: NY County of Record: Westchester Year of Birth: 1904 Branch: Infantry Military Occupation Specialty: (1745) Light Weapons Infantry Leader Assigned Unit: 19th Infantry Regiment 24th Infantry Division Place of Casualty: North Korea Date of Casualty: 1951/01/01 Casualty Description: Captured - Died nonbattle
Keywords: Camp 5
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| Current Message 66 - February 6, 2004 |
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Entry: 40616
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Seeking info on POW Olympics |
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Alexandria Casey wrote on 2004-02-06 11:54:39.0
Comments: As an educator and Korean War researcher, this topic is of great interest to me and generates lots of questions! (Where did you find the stamina? As participants were you given extra rations to build up strength? Were there other incentives or punishment for non-participation? Were you allowed to speak freely with other POWs? Was there outside media or coverage? Who was the propaganda meant to convince or impress?) My husband Michael and I will be giving an informational presentation on these games at the Center for the Study of the Korean Wars annual conference in Independence, MO on February 27, 2004. (Link to CSKW at http://www.graceland.edu/koreanwar/index.html) In addition to our upcoming presentation, there is the possibility that this could develop into a book project, since it is a subject which begs for additional coverage. We would welcome any and all correspondence, as well as recollections of veterans or family members (including photos, of course) relating to the Olympics in 1952. As I understand from some readings, there were more games in 1953; wed be glad for any information about those also! If there are any veterans in the Kansas City area, we would also be glad to speak with you concerning participation in the conference. If you're seeing this message after 2/27, we would still be grateful for any information or recollections. Please contact us at acasey@graceland.edu or caseym@graceland.edu . With thanks for your service (and any information you can share) Alexandria Casey
Keywords: POW, Olympics, Inter-camp olympics
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| Current Message 67 - November 23, 2003 |
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Entry: 38639
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Looking for Brother MIA or POW |
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Mary Smith wrote on 2003-11-23 21:44:03.0
Comments: William H. Johnson was listed as MIA at Huksu-Ri Korea Dec.3,1950 a picture of American Pow's has my brother in it. He was in Fco 7th Infantry Regiment 3rd Infantry Division, every one called him Bill he was only 18 tall slender sandy hair from Otisco Indiana, if any one thinks they know him please contact me
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| Current Message 68 - November 11, 2003 |
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Entry: 38251
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
8th Cav Regmt Inf, Co. E |
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Paul Lusk wrote on 2003-11-11 21:15:04.0
Comments: Looking for information from anyone that might have known my father, Sgt. Jesse Matthew Lusk, who was captured at Unsan on 11/2/50 and died in camp 5 in May, 1951.
Have had contacts with some personnel that served with him and were also captured at the same time.
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| Current Message 69 - October 30, 2003 |
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Entry: 37900
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Harold Wayne Davis |
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Paul Davis wrote on 2003-10-30 13:10:34.0
Comments: Harold Wayne Davis was a POW for nearly three years. He later served 2 tours in Vietnam and was in the military for 22 years. He died Wednesday, October 29, 2003. I thought some of you might have known him.
Keywords: Camp 5 - Harold Wayne Davis - 8th Field Arty, 2nd Infantry. Captured November 1950. Released 1953.
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| Current Message 70 - September 2, 2003 |
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Entry: 36680
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Camp 5/ Death Valley |
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E. MICHAEL (MIKE) Kasarda wrote on 2003-09-02 16:18:25.0
Comments: My name is Mike Kasarda. I am the nephew of Milton J. Kasarda who was captured in Dec. 1950 and spent time in Death Valley Camp and Camp 5 where he died in Jan. 1951. Milton was a member of medical company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Div. I'm sure he assisted his fellow prisoners before he died. He was awarded the Silver Star for bravery in hostile action prior to his capture by the Chinese. Milton was a resident of Kingston, Pa., Luzerne County. Best regards, Mike Kasarda 19758 Laurelwood Dr. Castro Valley, CA 94552-5107 510-538-2549
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| Current Message 71 - August 1, 2003 |
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Entry: 35975
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Service Company,31st Regiment, 7th Inf. Div. |
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Ralph BURCH wrote on 2003-08-01 03:31:13.0
Comments: My Cousin Cpl. William Henry Doss was a member of Service company, 31st Regiment, 7th Inf. Div. He was reported as being taken prisoner while fighting the enemy near Haga-ru, North Korea on December 6, 1950 and died while a prisoner at Camp #5, Pyongyang, North Korea He is still listed as MIA. If anyone knew him prior to this event or during the fight and/or his time of imprisonment please contact me at rburch1@nc.rr.com. Any information would be greatley appreciated.
Keywords: Camp#5, Pyongyang, North Korea
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| Current Message 72 - July 13, 2003 |
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Entry: 35475
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
CRPL DONALD H MCCANN |
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Rachel Huff wrote on 2003-07-13 21:42:49.0
Comments: I am looking for anyone who faught with my Grandfather CRPL DONALD H McCANN.he was in the 7th Infantry.He was in Korea Nov.17,1950--June14,1951.He became very ill and was put into the hospital although he is not sure for how long or what exactly he had.If anyone has Any information please contact me,Rachel Huff.Thank You So Much!!
rrlchuff@earthlink.net
Keywords: CRPL Donald H McCann Infantry Co.M 7th Infantry Reg.3rdInfantry Dev. United States Army Nov.17,1950-June 14,1951
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| Current Message 73 - June 27, 2003 |
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Entry: 35121
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Searching for Friends of Forest Hansen |
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Arley Echols wrote on 2003-06-27 16:08:36.0
Comments: We are looking for anyone who may know Forest Hanson. We are filing a Veterans claim for him and would appreciate any support that you might share with us. Some of you may have served with him as a POW in Korea. He would enjoy hearing from any of you.
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| Current Message 74 - June 27, 2003 |
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Entry: 35120
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Looking for Friends of Forest Hansen |
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Arley ECHOLS wrote on 2003-06-27 16:02:06.0
Comments: I am looking for friends of Forest Hansen that he may have be captured with. We are filing a veterans claim and need assistance that will support his POW days. He would be glad to hear from you.
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| Current Message 75 - May 31, 2003 |
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Entry: 34530
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
2nd Engineers |
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Jennie Kogak wrote on 2003-05-31 19:54:36.0
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| Current Message 76 - May 28, 2003 |
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Entry: 34473
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Documented evidence |
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James G. Taylor wrote on 2003-05-28 15:55:35.0
Comments: Awarded the Silver Star, Letter of Commendation, Koean Medal, United Nations Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal, Marine Corps Expeditionary Unit, Expert Rifleman, Qualified BAR man.
Keywords: James Taylor, 1st Platoon, Able Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, First Marine Division, Fleet Marine Force Pacific. AIO on Douglas F-3D Skynight, with Marine Captain Leon Savage, USMC. MOS 6511. Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Captured, 1 Jan 1953, taken to Camp 5 at Pyoktong. Released at Operation Big Switch at Freedom Village, Pyongyong, 21 August, 1953. Served TAD as a Forward Air Controller, to the Army's 24th Infantry Division.
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| Current Message 77 - May 16, 2003 |
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Entry: 34221
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
POW OR TRADED? |
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don YEAKOS wrote on 2003-05-16 19:06:53.0
Comments: anyone having any info on Dominic Caldarella mia 11-2-50 when chinese over ran units or anyone having any knowledge of Dominic Caldarella is urged to contact me. Thank you all!
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| Current Message 78 - April 10, 2003 |
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Entry: 33538
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
BRANDT |
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BARBARA A. brandt wrote on 2003-04-10 19:28:07.0
Comments: Looking for anyone who might have known my father: Arnold Brandt - attached to the ROK as advisor believe his rank was LT COL - taken in the 11/27/50 battle he was taken to camp 5 where he died in MAY of 1951
Keywords: NOV 1950 captures
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| Current Message 79 - April 2, 2003 |
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Entry: 33303
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
1950-1953 Any survivors camp 5 |
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Enrique G. Diaz wrote on 2003-04-02 07:57:13.0
Comments: My uncle Enrique G. Diaz is looking for survivors of the 7th Medical Battalion 7th Infantry Div. Ambulance Co. 1950-1953
Keywords: Reyt 3rd. Stockad G Changton No. Korean RA 19340354 POW Camp #5 *HANK*
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| Current Message 80 - November 30, 2002 |
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Entry: 30038
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Info on Father Emil Kapaun |
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Ray Kapaun wrote on 2002-11-30 12:46:03.0
Comments: Hello, my name is Ray Emil Kapaun and I am in the process of writing a book about the life of Father Emil Kapaun and would appreciate any information or stories that you have concerning him. I have already found tons of information but I would love first hand stories from any of you.
Thank you very much
Ray Emil Kapaun
Keywords: Father Emil Kapaun
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| Current Message 81 - November 29, 2002 |
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Entry: 30020
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infro. about POW Alvin Robertson |
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Averitte Corley wrote on 2002-11-29 19:35:00.0
Comments: Alvin Roberson is trying to get verification of his POW status as he has not been compensated for the time he spent at Camp #3. He is from Indianapolis, In.
Keywords: Robertson was a forward Artillery Observer at Warsaw in March 1952, and was taken prisoner by the Chinese and taken to Camp #3.
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| Current Message 82 - August 7, 2002 |
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Entry: 27449
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Camp 5 |
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Zelda Perez wrote on 2002-08-07 12:55:36.0
Comments: I'm looking for anyone who may have knew my brother, Cpl. Lyman Arionus. He died at camp 5 around March 31 1951. He was captured Nov. 30 1950.
Keywords: Camp 5, POW
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| Current Message 83 - June 18, 2002 |
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Entry: 26346
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
cecil preston |
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kenny cook wrote on 2002-06-18 03:23:13.0
Comments: camp 5 ,still looking for info on my uncle (Sonny)Cecil V Preston ,my email address has been wrong for a few years . i hope someone has been trying to contact me
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| Current Message 84 - April 30, 2002 |
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Entry: 25113
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
Ralph Nardella |
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Pam Nardella wrote on 2002-04-30 14:48:14.0
Comments: My father, Ralph Nardella was in prison camp during the Korean War with Father Emil Kapaun. My father carried out prayer services after the death of Father Kapaun, fulfilling the good priest wishes. He also started and completed the "school" which bears Father Kapaun's name. I have an abundance of information kept by my family when my Dad was missing in Korea and upon his return. I am in the process of putting this information in order and to do a web site. I would like to hear from anyone who is interested in my project. I think its a good idea to bring this horrible event to view. I found a list of names and addresses written very "tiny" on rice paper.
Please contact me.
Keywords: Father Emil Kapaun
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| Current Message 85 - April 22, 2002 |
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Entry: 24904
Camp 5 POW Camp Pyoktong |
pows camp 3 and 5 |
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TIM SCAHILL wrote on 2002-04-22 23:13:48.0
Comments: did any one know my father james scahill [pug]pow camps 3 5 released aug. 28th 1953
Keywords: nick name [pug] camps 3 or 5
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| Current Message 86 - April 22, 2002 |
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Entry: 24903
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TIM SCAHILL wrote on 2002-04-22 22:43:56.0
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2nd Chem Mortar Bn
Dear Mr. Barker,
I am looking for information regarding one James Patrick
Mcguire who was taken prisoner during the Korean War
on November 2, 1950.
He was imprisoned at camp number five on the yalu river, and died
on or about April 5, 1951. His unit was the Second Chemical Mortar
Batallion from Maryland.
He was twenty years of age at the time of his death, and he was
from West Orange, New Jersey.
From KWP
I do have James P. Mc Guire from Essex, New Jersey
Mc Guire James P
Svc# 12340472
Corporal E-4
Essex, New Jersey
11-02-50
Died while captured/interned
Chemical Corps
2nd Chemical Bttn, Mortars
See Also: Chemical Units
Camp 5
On Sat, 28 Sep 1996
Jim Slagle slagle@wave.sheridan.wy.us wrote:
My name is Jim Slagle and my Dad Donald Lee Slagle
was a POW for 32 months. He was in camp #5 24th division 19th Infantry
Regiment C Third platoon. He has been trying to locate some of the
guys he was in camp with. I think it would do him a lot of good if he
could talk to someone who knew what he went through over there.
I searched your data-base and found out one of them Peter
Oles had died.
He is also looking for a:
1.Glenn House 19th infantry 24th division born
in Boise Idaho.
2. Also a Samuel E. Ward same infantry and
division.
Jim Slagle
See Also: 19th Inf Rgt
Re: Don Slagle
On Thu, 13 Feb 1997
WALLEN2@TAMPABAY.RR.COMwrote:
Where have you been? haven't heard from you since the reunion many
years ago.
We were together in Japan and later in Korea both were captured and
spent time in camp 5. Have seen a lot of the guys over the years.
We still have the reunions. Would write more if I had your address.
There is a pow reunion in July in Knoxville Tenn.
Bill Allen C Co.
19th.inf. 24th inf div.
POW's Camp 5 and C Company men
On Thu, 6 Mar 1997
Walt Chambers duce4@msn.com wrote:
8436 Solitude Ct
Antelope, CA 95843
Would like information about members of the 24th Inf Regt combat
team who become P.O.Ws.
I was wounded and taken as a P.O.W. on 27 Nov 1950, in an area
called Anju North Korea. I am looking for anyone who was in the
24th Inf Regt especially C Company. I was held in Camp # 5
Pucktong, North Korea, until my release on 9th August 1953.
Anyone that was with C Company during the early phase of the war
please contact me.
D Battery 82nd AAA SP - Camp 5
On Wed, 18 Dec 1996
"Vincent A. Krepps" vkrepps@erols.com wrote:
Dear Mr. Barker:
My twin brother,Richard W. Krepps, was taken prisoner on Dec. 1, 1950
while at Kunu-ri, N. Korea. He was with Battery D 82nd AAA SP Bn.
2nd Inf Div. We were in the same battery, same platoon, just different
squads.
I was returning from Japanese Hospital and when I rejoined the unit
in mid Dec. 1950 I learned my brother was missing.
I have DOD reports that say he died on June 21, 1951 after suffering
mental illness and was buried at Camp #5.
I also have other reports that say different dates of death and for
different reasons.
I would like to communicate with anyone that remembers:
Richard W. Krepps during his captivity. I hope someone will fill in
that lost time for we spent every day of our first 19 1/2 years
together.
Vincent A. Krepps
24 Goucher Woods Ct.
Towson, MD 21286-5655
See Also: Background on Service
See Also: 82nd AAA
See Also: 82nd AAA SP
Camp 5 - 21st RCT
I'm trying to find out any information anyone may have on
my great uncle, who was a POW during the Korean conflict and is
presumed dead (his body was never returned). If anyone knew
my uncle, as a friend or POW, PLEASE let me know. His info is:
PVT Wilson, David
HOR: Iowa
Unit: 24th INF DIV.
MIA: July, 1950 (may have been in Camp 5, rumored to have
starved to death while held captive)
Any info would be deeply appreciated.
Allen Babcock
babcock@lava.net
Waianae, HI USA - Sunday, May 11, 1997
From KWP, per Sgt Johnson, died in Camp 5
USAF - Camp 5 39th Fighter Bomb Squadron
On Tue, 6 May 1997
Jerpaws@aol.com wrote:
Please Help!
45 years ago, my uncle, !st Lt. Thomas C. Lafferty was shot
down over North Korea and listed as KIA by our Government. Four years
ago his name appeared on the list of US pilots who might have been
transferred to the Soviet Union. Since that time we have spent every
penny we have in finding out the true story.
We have obtained a photo which proves that not only did he survive the
crash, but that he was alive and sitting in prison camp #5 some two years
later.
We believe that he might still be alive and in North Korea today. This
week we were contacted and asked to attend a meeting in New York with the
North Korean Officials who obviously have information about my Uncle
Tommy.
There are only seven families being asked to attend this most important
meeting!
Anyone that can help, or have information that might help, please email
Jerpaws@aol.com, call me (Jerri at (206) 841-2708 or contact my Mother
(Lindia VanderLas at (206) 862-6983 collect.
Thank you and God Bless!
NOTE: Col Bud Biteman assists See important update: 39th Fighter Bomber Squadron
2nd Engineers (C) Camp 5
On Tue, 12 Aug 1997
doug doug@ids.net wrote:
i have written before and have found many answrers. i now know that my
uncle james sparks was taken prisoner on or about 30 nov 50 and was
last seen in camp 5. if any one remembers james sparks or can direct
me to other sources of information i would be grateful
thank you
doug a. aldrich
42 ledge road
coventry, ri 02816-4924
(401) 397-5939
e-mail doug@ids.net
Camp 5
On Mon, 28 Jul 1997
GDeroda@aol.com wrote:
IS THE AREA WHERE THE MOST DEAD WERE BURIED IN THE WINTER OF 52-53
ON THE SOUTH BANK OF THE RIVER.
I was one of the Camp #5 and the reactionary Camp survivors !
Death Valley" and Camp 5
On Tue, 13 Oct 1998
Herbert Miller Email address wrote:
366 Valley Rd
Pulaski, NY 13142
Phone: 315-298-2331
Email: jllm31@a-znet.com
Comments:
I was captured Nov 2 1950, according to military records, however it was
before that that I was actually captured (Oct 31 1950). I was interned
at "Death Valley" and Camp 5. I was also interned at prison camp at
Pyongyang. My nickname was "pappy". I was released Sept 18, 1953.
POW Camp 4 and 5
On Sat, 13 Sep 1997
Philip Anderson wrote:
9 ROCHESTER HILL
ROCHESTER, NH 03867
25 INF DIV
was in camp 5 for 18 months. camp4 6months marched for approx 4
months. Will furnish any info.
61st Field Arty Bn
On Thu, 3 Sep 1998
Glenn Reynolds Email address wrote:
1400 Roy Berry Bl
Christmas, FL 32709
Phone: 407 568 4436
Fax: 407 568 5123
Email: STRIKER7@bellsouth.net
Comments:
I was with the 61th FA BN, 1 CAV. supporting the 5th CAV. Regt. Spent
(2) years in Japan, 49 & 50. Went to Korea July 1950, landed at
PONGYONG-DO, July 18th, Rushed to Teagua, to help the 24th DIV, that
had been encirled by the north Koreans.
Pulled back to the Naktong River, and fought there until the Marines
landed at Inchon then the race was on for the Yalu river. Then back to
Soeul. Fought there until May 51, at which time I was on a recon
mission and was captured May 14th which is my birthday.
Spent the next (28)months (22days as guest of the North Koreans and the
chinese army. Realesed Sept 5th. We turned out the lights at
FREEDOM VILLAGE.
The last (45) years has been spent reliving the days of combat and the
terrible months in camp #5 and #2.
Please contact me if you were in my my Division or either prison camps.
Your brother in arms.
Glenn V Reynolds
2nd Engineers
On Mon, 12 Oct 1998
Neil Arnspiger Email address wrote:
I am searching for a guy who was in the same outfit as my dad, 2nd.
Engineers, Headquarters. His name is Ken E. Spingola.
My dad has lost his phone number and didn't hook up with him at the last
reunion. If you know where I can reach Mr. Spingola, please let me
know.
My dad's name is Neil Arnspiger and he was held in Camps 5 and 3,
captured Nov. 30, 1950. He was with the "Big Wrecker" with Valencourt.
You can reach me at JPKogak@aol.com
B/29IR to K/35/25ID
On Mon, 17 Aug 1998
Rodney Scott Email address wrote:
rodney scott
6204 walnut dr
ft worth, texas 76114
Phone: 817 7630943
Fax: n/a
Email: expow@aol.com
Comments:
july 1950 b 29 inf latter became k 35 inf 25 div.
POW nov 28 of 50 until aug 25 53 was in camp 5 & 3
19th Infantry Rgt
On Tue, 15 Sep 1998
Kenny Cook Email address wrote:
I e-mailed you a few weeks ago on trying to find some information
on my uncle CECIL V. PRESTON {SONNY} i found out he was in the 24th
infantry, a corporal, prisoner of war held in camp 5 in Poitan, i
think is how you spell it.
also was in the death march. if you find anything please
email me.
thanks,
kenny cook
7th Cav and 35th Ir Men
On Sun, 16 Aug 1998
ALLAN KECK Email address wrote:
RE; KOREAN POW LIST!
NAME; KECK, LISTS ONLY TWO PERSONS. YOU ARE MISSING A HAROLD KECK
AND A CLYDE A. KECK FROM CAMP # 5
SINCERELY
CLYDE A. KECK
AKA "ALLAN KECK" EX POW FROM CAMP # 5
Note from KWP: both gentlemen are listed on the Dpt of Army WIA list
as RMC or captured and returned to Military Control in the Switch op.
8th Cav - TAPS
IN MEMORIUM
On Thu, 12 Mar 1998
Ernest L. Allen Email address wrote:
phone: 318-388-4422
fax: 318-388-4664
comments:
Looking for response from anyone who might have been in Camp #5, with
Joe E. Allen, 8th Rgmt, 1st Cav. E Company.
Captured Nov 2, 1950, Unsan, N. Korea. We believe Joe spent most if
not all his time in Camp 5.
Joe passed away February 5, 1998.
Any comments will be appreciated.
Ernest L. Allen, brother
3rd Armored Recon 3ID
On Sun, 19 Jul 1998
Updated: 26 Apr 2000
Patricia Cumming Johnson
Email address wrote:
FIRST NAME: Patricia
LAST NAME: Johnson
STREET: 503 B. Richardson Dr.
CITY: Ft. Richardson,
STATE: AK
ZIP: 99505
COUNTRY: USA
TELEPHONE: (907)-428-9393
LOUIS P. MUTTA DOB 12-10-30 FAMILY SISTER- MARY OLSON SPARLAND IL.
BROTHER- PAUL MUTTA ARKANSAS PATRICIA CUMMING SENECA IL.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW LOUIS OR WAS IN A POW CAMP WITH
HIM, POSSIBLY #5.
WE WERE TOLD THAT THEY WENT IN ON A RECOM MISSION AND WERE SEEN BEING
FIRED UPON WHEN ALLIED TROOPS GOT INTO THE AREA THERE WAS NO SIGN OF
ANYTHING, PERSON OR EQUIPTMENT THEY WERE PRESUMED KIA.
MY AUNT WAS THEN TOLD SHE HAD TO HAVE HIM DECLARED DEAD A YEAR LATER
BUT SHE COULD WRITE TO HIM AT A POW CAMP, BUT SHE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO
RECIEVE LETTERS BACK FROM HIM. THERE ARE A FEW THINGS ABOUT LOUIS THAT
MEN MAY HAVE KNOWN, HE WORKED SENDING MORSE CODE WHILE HE WAS IN THE
STATES POSSIBLY FOR THE RAILROAD, HE WAS FROM SPARLAND ILLINOIS AND
HE WAS ALMOST BLIND IN ONE EYE FROM GETTING HAY IN THAT EYE.
More: TED, THANK YOU FOR THE INFORMATION ON LOUIS, WHERE DID YOU FIND
THE REFRENCE TO HIM DYING IN CAMP WE HAVE NEVER FOUND ANYTHING THAT
CONNECTS HIM WITH A CAMP? I HAVE E-MAIL CONTACT WITH A MAN IN FLORIDA
THAT SAYS HE WENT POW 1/JAN/51 AND THAT MOST OF THE PRISONERS WERE
TAKEN TO CAMP 5 AT THAT TIME.
I ALSO AM LOOKING FOR THE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING MOS'S
01733, 02745, 00409, 04733, AND 04745.
I HAVE CROSS REFRENCED HIS CASUALTY DATE AND FOUND OTHERS FROM HIS SAME
UNIT MISSING THE SAME DATE THEIR STATUS VARIES FROM HIS, AND ANOTHER
CASUALTY ON THE SAME DATE 18JAN51 NOT FROM THE SAME UNIT.
Mc Queen ?
On Tue, 28 Oct 1997
Tamra Zumwalt wrote:
448 Tree Farm Road
New Florence, MO 63363
Comments:
I'm looking for a friend of Moss Shoemaker my neighbor that was in the
Korean War and a POW at camp 5 around 1950 - 1953.
His name was Mcqueen. He was in the 24th or 25 th division he thinks.
He would like to get in touch with him.
Thanks for the help.
8th Cav
On Tue, 30 Dec 1997
Kenneth R. Prather Email address wrote:
5196 CR 292
Kilgore, TX 75662
Comments:
Am Korean POW 5Nov50 - 14Aug53. Would be interested in visiting with
other pows.
Was captured at Unsan on 5/Nov/50. Marched approx 10 nights. Went to
Camp 5 initially until camp was bombed somewhere around 20Nov50.
Moved approx 12 miles south into valley. Stayed there until 16Jan51.
Moved back to Camp 5 until Oct51. Moved to Camp 3 until released Aug53.
Am interested in visiting with other pows and in possible reunions.
Am specifically trying to locate Cpl Bobby G. Holcomb originally
from Clay City Illinois.
1st Sgt Kenneth R. Prather (ret)
L Company Died at Camp 5
Updated: 11/04/98
On Sun, 26 Oct 1997
Michael Leclaire mleclaire@top.monad.net wrote:
P.O. Box 141
Chesterfield, NH 03443-0141
603-363-9319
I am looking for information on concerning my uncle, Capt. Frederick
Giroux of Brattleboro, Vermont. Listed as MIA/POW 02Nov1950. I am
looking for anyone who would have served with him and/or was a POW with
him.
He is alleged to have been buried in Pyoktong, Korea I have a copy of
the "Report of Death Memorandum" with a number of witnesses and would
like to contact someone on this list. I am conducting this for my
cousin, daughter of deceaed, as he mother just passed away this week and
has never spoken to her children about their father.
Thank you in advance for any and all assistance you may give me.
In reply to your request, the following is a list of individuals
whose names appear on the "Report of Death Memorandum (due to the
photocopies some of the names a difficult to read):
Capt. Filmore McAbee, Capt. Clarence Anlanson(sen), Cpl. Richard
Holmquist, 1st Lt. Carroll Wright, Jr., 1st Lt. Edward Meierdiercks
(diff. to read), Capt. Joseph O'Connor, Capt. Paul Bromear, 1st Lt.
Philip H. Peterson, 1st Lt. Orlando Ortis, Capt. Lewis Brockwork
(diff. to read), Capt. Eugene D.Shaw, 1st Lt. Charles F. Howard, 1st Lt.
Millard Butler, 1st. Lt. Hayward Cameron, Sgt. Herbert L. Brown, Lt.
Col. Paul V. Liles, 1st Lt. M. Dowe, Jr.(first name illegible)
Capt. Billy F. Foshee and finally no rank indicated for Robert Burke.
With the exception of the first three individuals, all others were
hearsay statements with respect to his death. No concrete information on
burial given.
M. Leclaire
Capt Emil J. Kapaun, Priest
On Sat, 14 Nov 1998
John Miller Email address wrote:
604 oak ridge
Ovilla, TX 75154
Phone: 972 617 1307
Comments:
any information about capt emil j kapaun army roman catholic
chaplain killed in a pow camp
More from Tim Casey: from continuing dialogue...
Ted,
Strange that you should ask as I was just browsing over a book dedicated
to him. It was written by Fr Kapaun's hometown bishop in 1954/5.
CPT (Chap) Emil J. Kapaun was a chaplain in WW2 in the China-Burma-India
(CBI). Released from active duty in 1946, returned home, then went to
college under the GI Bill for his Masters. Volunteered to go back on
active duty, was assigned to the 1st Cav Div in Japan.
When Korea erupted his unit went over. His unit was Hq Co, 8th Cav Regt
1st Cav Div, was the 3rd Bn Chaplain. He was captured at Unsan 2 Nov 50,
refused to leave the wounded when given the opportunity to get out of
the Unsan perimeter, he stayed with CPT C.L. Anderson MD. Andy survived
the camps and lives in Washington state.
Fr. Kapaun died in Pyoktong, n. Korea (Camp 5) in May 1951, of a blood
clot in his leg and intentional lack of medical care. The Chinese
refused to let Dr. Anderson amputate his leg.
Awards include the Distinguished Service Cross, Legion of Merit and the
Bronze Star Medal with "V" device for valor.
His hometown was Pilsen, Kansas. Quit a man, I have talked to many who
were with him and all, not only Catholics, claim that he was close to
sainthood.
Even today there are some people, not ex-PWs, who are pushing for this.
A fellow in upstate NY recently wrote a book about him "A Shepherd in
Combat Boots". I think his name was Bill Maher
61st Artillery Bn 1st Cav Div
On Wed, 28 Apr 1999
Pam McLaughlin Email addresst wrote:
Ed note: Mr. Hinkle was with 8th Cav Rgt.
Hi my name is Jessica Hinkle. I am the Grandaughter of William R. Hinkle
who is an Ex-POW of the Korean war.My Grandfather wanted me to try and
help locate an Ex-POW friend of his.
The friend of my grandfather is Harold E. Beldon. He was last seen in
camp number 5 where my grandfather and him were held captive.
My grandfather was then moved to a different camp and that was the last
time my grandfather ever saw or heard from him again.At the time of the
war he was known to be living in Pomona, California. My grandfather did
find out that he was released from camp 5 around September of 1953.
This is all the information I have and I would be so very greatful if
you could help my grandfather and I out on trying to find his long lost
friend that he cares so deeply for. If anyone has any information on the
where abouts of Harold E. beldon please contact:
William R. Hinkle at (304)645-7837.
My grandfather is from Lewisburg, West Virginia.
Thank you and God Bless
57th Field Artillery
On Sat, 7 Nov 1998
David DeSilva Email address wrote:
3049 Jeannie Anna Ct
Herndon, VA 20171
Phone: (202)314-1102
Fax: (202)314-0491
Email: ddesilva1@aol.com
Comments: Dec 6, 1950 Chosin Res.
My father, Rudolph H. DeSilva, (Captain, US Army, 7th Infantry Div.
during the war) was a POW captured at Chosin Reservoir.
Would be interested in information related to this and other POWs who
might have known him. He passed away in 1977 following heart surgery.
I do know that he spent alot of time with some Turkish soldiers, and I
think he knew or met that Chaplain Kapuan who has been written about.
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