looking for vets of 1/3/7/ george company

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Keywords: looking for marines who served with my father pfc william george mcdonald in g company 1/3/7 father lost both legs in korea on 8july53 while on a rescue mission bringing in wounded during a morter or artillary barrage . writing book on his exploits and how he dealt with his severe wounds thereafter also lookingto see if he rated any awards other then the purple heart .he passed in 4dec 1972 at age 38 any body who knew him please contact me thank you bill mcdonald

Looking for persons knowing Capt. H. Streit USN(MC)

Comments: Capt. Harold Streit was a Naval Officer who has recently passed on. He was a Naval Doctor and always proud of his service with the Corps at Yudon-Ri. Any one that may have known him please submit a response. His bits and pieces of the memories he has passed on to me are very limited. Respectfully, Philip Streit (Vietnam Veteran).

Keywords: Chosin Few 1st Marine Division

Searching for anyone knowing Fred Parker a corpsman in Baker co 1953-54

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Keywords: Corpsman, Carson, Reno, Baker Co, H&S

Sgt Paul A. Schumann

Comments: My father recently passed away and I'm trying to find anybody that might have known him while he was an active Marine. He was with the 1st Division and fought at Chosin Reservoir where he was wounded. He was also awarded the Bronze Star. Dad never spoke much about his days on active duty and would like to hear from anyone that might have known him.

God Bless the Marines,

Greg Schumann, USAF, SMSgt (Ret)

Keywords: Chosin Reservoir

James Beard?

Comments: Trying to reach anyone who may have known James Beard (my father) of B/1/7 in dec 1950.

Keywords: B/1/7 Dec 3, 1950

CHARLIE CO. 1ST BN. 7TH. MARINES

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Keywords: I WAS WOUND 10-12-1950 AT CHOSON REGSER.

C-1-7 Maching gun plt 1952-53 Names

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SGT THEODORE PAUL LANDRY JR

Comments: I CO 3 BN 7 MAR RGT 1 MAR DIV SGT THEODORE PAUL LANDRY JR Looking for any bits of info about grandfather. I believe this is the right division. please email @ petermacfaden@yahoo.com

Thank you

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Wpns co. 1st Bn. 7th Mar. REg

Comments: Not many of us still around, I am fully retined (81), in goodHealth except for the frostbite on both feet, play Golf, have two Daughter,5 grandchildren, 6 Great grand children.

I thank God every night for bringing me all this.

Would love to hear from any one out there.

Happy Memorial Day you guys.

Keywords: Dont remimber names ornumber, was in Korea from 1 sept 1950 thru 8 Dec 1950

trying to remember names

Comments: served all along the 34th parl.

Keywords: Also served with able,baker,co

Info on dates of battles in Korea

Comments: My wife is writing a book and is looking for dates concerning the battles my outfit was in. Who should she contact? I never knew what day it was when I was there, only trying to stay alive from day to day. I just did what Capt. B.B. Bradley, my platoon leader told me to do and I credit him and God with my safe return home and God bless those pilots flying the Corsairs. Semper Fi

Keywords: Chosin Reservoir Campaign, Inchon Landing, best buddy is James G.(Rip) Collins, Nashville, Tn.went over together and came back on same ship even though I spent 8 weeks in Japan in hospital with frostbite. I was 15 when I joined and had been in the regular Marines 4 years then I got the Truman year tacked on and went to war.

Combat Action Ribbon (CAR)

Comments: Hello -- Does anyone have any documentation proving that the 1st Marine Division, 7th Regiment, Charlie Company served in combat during the Korean War. My father-in-law was recently told by the Pentagon that he is ineligible for the Combat Action Ribbon because he has no proof that he participated in "bona fide ground or surface combat fire fight or action during which he/she was under enemy fire". My father-in-law did indeed serve in combat and was even wounded.

We would appreciate any help that you can offer.

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BROZE STAR

Comments: UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS HEADQUARTERS 1ST MARINE DIVISION (REINF) FMF c/o FLEET POST OFFICE SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

In the name of the President of the United States, the Commanding General, 1st Marine Division (Reinf) FMF, takes pleasure in awarding the BRONZE STAR MEDAL to

CORPORAL JOHN C. ONTIVEROS UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS for service as set forth in the following

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"For meritorious achievement in connection with operations against the enemy in KOREA while serving with a Marine infantry company from 7 May 1951 to 30 March 1952.

Serving as a fire team leader, Corporal ONTIVEROS displayed outstanding courage, initiative and devotion to duty.

On one occasion when seriously wounded during an attack on heavily defended enemy positions, he refused evacuation and continued to designate targets and direct the advance of his fire team until forced to be evacuated.

On 17 January 1952 when his company came under a savage attack by a reinforced enemy squad, he left the cover of his bunker, exposing himself with complete disregard for personal safety to intense enemy fire. This action, causing many enemy casualties, assisted in the final repulsing of the attack.

Corporal ONTIVEROS' heroism and fortitude throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Corporal ONTIVEROS is authorized to wear the Combat "V".

/s/ J.T. SELDON Major General, U.S.Marine Corps Commanding

Keywords: 1 MARINES 1ST BAT 7TH MARINES

Corporal Gene Weyer

Comments: I would like to receive information about the 2007 reunion in Oklahoma City, OK. Thank You,Gene Weyer

Keywords: Hill 708, Hill 709

Purple Heart

Comments: My EMail is jbamusmc@cfl.rr.com It did not show up on my other EMail. Resp The Irishman

Keywords: Singing irishman

Purple Heart 2-5 Dec Fox Hill 1950

Comments: 2003 Revd Bronze Star V 1-5 Dec action Ridgeline fox hill, also shot saving three Marines, HQMC wants names of two Marines who saw me get shot.My BS award said I was slightly wounded. Dr KIA< corpsman very busy, no WIA tags in Co, Lt Joe Owens B Co passing thru stated he put ice, etc on wound. LtCol Davis's RDO oper also stated he attended me. HQMC wants two names of who saw me get shot. I was hit in the back , hitting face on ice rt side, bleeding nose, mouth, rt ear. I tied a wireline around my waist and went down side of hill and pulled wounded up. Col Worley Bn Commo wrote award 2003 53 years later. Plse help

Keywords: Called Red, Sgt, Doughnut (Wire)Singing Irishman

W Co. Marines

Comments: I was just seeing if i could find anyone in the W Co. of the 7th Marines (Korea around 1952). My grandpa, Jerry M. Perkins, served with them. Let me know. Thanks!

Keywords: W Co. 1st Bt. 7th Marines 1st Division

Information About

Comments: I serverd with the above as a Platoon Sergeant of the 2nd Platoon of Baker Company, 1stBn.7th Marines 1st Marine Division in Korea.

Keywords: I would like to get in touch with Lt. Eddie Labaron, Lt. Gary Wilder, Lt. Moore, Sattlethight, Don Fury.

A-1-7 pers Fox Hill 1950

Comments: Year 2003 Received BronzStar for saving lives of 3 Marines just outside Fox Co psn on ridge line, award from Col Worley Commo to HQMC Stated wounded in action. Lt Joe Owens B Co treated my wound along with Col Davis's Rdo Oper, No Doc avail to treat me,no WIA tags, Med Dr KIA Ridgeline/Fox psn. Both submitted ltrs to HQMC. HQMC approved Bronze Star but denied Purple Heart, they want statement from two Marines who saw me get shot. Like I saw Sgt McDonough A Co wireman get shot ridgeline fox hill Dec 1950 during daring rescue of three wounded Marines. I was shot in the back it hit my back pack EE-8 cut neck hit ground smashing right side of face, cut mouth, eye and heavy nose bleed. Can anyone HELP me? I am 77 yrs young, now suffering from Leukemia AO Viet, Wet Macular degeneration Can not see rt eye. TUVM Red McDonough the singing irishman (Wireman A-1-7) Aug 1950-June 51

Keywords: rIDGE LINE FOX HILL DEC 1-5, 1950 HEADING INTO FOX HILL POSITION. Mil svc Aug 43-aug 44 Age 15 USCG, Aug 44-45 Age 16 US Army transportation 17 yrs old 1945- Jan 1975 USMC

Radish

Comments: My father was Kenneth J. Landert (Radish). I would love any and all info you have. Will give you info I have. Kelly

Keywords: Marine Regiment 1st Battalion 1st Marine Division

Charley Company- 1-7

Comments: Looking for anyone who witnessed a daylight suicide rescue mission on November 25, 1952 at Outpost Bunker Hill.

Keywords: Charley Company, Bunker Hill, Riffenburg

Perry jr. Mercer KIA. NOV. 2, 1951

Comments: My Cousin Pery Mercer was KIA on 2NOV51 with the C-1-7-1 at the Punchbowl. I believe he was BAR man at that time. Any information about Perry would be welcomed by the family. Thanks, Kermit Mercer,7816 Ridge Road,Brockport, NY 14420. tel. 585.637.5102. kmercer1@rochester.rr.com

Keywords: Perry Mercer, C-1-7-1DIV, KIA, 2NOV51, Punchbowl.

November 2/3 1050

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Keywords: Looking for Lt. Neitschmann who was with my dad the night of Nov.2,1950 near hill 985 one mile south of Sudong, North Korea. My dad was Ward O. Bard s/sgt. "c" company, 1st. Battalion, 7th Marines. He was found the morning of Nov.3,1950 KIA in a Railroad tunnel. Can you help with detail?? That was the night The Chinese attacked the 7th on all fronts for the First time.

David R Jepsen

Comments: Grandpa Dave was a family friend and a mentor to my 14 year old son. I just thought I'd share his Obituary in the event that anyone knew him.

Semper Fidelis. David Robert Jepsen, 76, passed from life to life eternal Thursday, March 17, 2005, at his home in Harrisonville, MO. A Military Memorial Service will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, 9101 Lamar, Overland Park, KS, on Tuesday, March 22, 2005, at 11 a.m. The family will visit with friends at a luncheon at the church following the services. Interment of ashes will be in Illinois at a future date. "Grampa Dave" was born July 15, 1928, in Oak Park, IL, to David Jepsen of Germany and Rose E. (Haller) Knorr of Forest Park, IL. At age 17, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps to be one of the first to fight. He then reenlisted in the Reserves so as to finish high school; which he did until he was recalled to active duty for the Korean Conflict. After 7+ years, this A-1-7 Marine was honorably discharged in 1953, as a Staff Sergeant and "Chosin Few" survivor. Returning to Maywood, IL, he became an active lifetime member of V.F.W. Post 2193, the Colour Guard Sgt. of the Winfield Scott Rebels Senior Drum and Bugle Corps, the American Legion, the Marine Corps League, the First Marine Division Assoc., the Korean War Veterans Association; the Military Order of the Purple Heart, and the group closest to his heart, an exclusive fraternity of honor: The Chosin Few. Dave became the beloved husband of Joan Clara (nee) Zieman when they were united in marriage on February 20, 1954; living in Maywood for over 45 years. He was employed by Brinks' Inc. in Chicago, where he was a driver/messenger for 31 years. Upon retirement, he actively pursued his second love of Civil War history by becoming a re-enactor and living historian with the 154th Tennessee Senior Vol. Infantry, Co. K, C.S.A. and the Tenth Illinois. After moving to Harrisonville, he was able to continue playing with the 10th Missouri while educating both school children and adults alike, about the war between the states and the daily life of a soldier, whether he was at an event or visiting a school classroom. He was loved by all who met him and his guiding hand and knowledge will be deeply missed, for in him, you could always find a smile and helping hand, which went above and beyond the call of duty for anything you were asking for. His legacy, legend, and "Semper Fi" attitude will be carried on by Jo, his wife of 51 years; by his two strong sons, David Randolph Jepsen of Overland Park, KS, and Carl Michael Jepsen of Petaluma, CA, and his wife, Lisa; and his two grandsons, Christopher and Scotty Jepsen. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the family for distribution to the American Cancer Society; the Chosin Few; and/or the Marine Corps "Semper Fi" Fund for Injured Marines, in care of the funeral home. The few have now become fewer and the proud could not be prouder because of the selfless life lived by this former Marine, as it is said, and true: "Once a marine, Always a Marine!" Dad, we know you are now happily on duty at the gate. Semper Fidelis. (Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 11200 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS, 913-451-1860) Published in the Kansas City Star on 3/20/2005.

Keywords: A/1/7 Marine