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Current Message 1 - October 23, 2009
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Entry: 72046
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new e-mail address

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Billie Browning wrote on 2009-10-23 06:38:14.0

Comments: e-mail correction please

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Current Message 2 - December 8, 2008
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Entry: 68195
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from your with love & respect

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robert lyman wrote on 2008-12-08 17:56:20.0

Comments: trying to keep in touch with family

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Current Message 3 - August 30, 2008
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Entry: 67038
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VMJ-1

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Si Campbell wrote on 2008-08-30 21:42:43.0

Comments: Hey everyone Im sending this in hopes someone remembers Si Campbell of VMJ-1 he served in 1953 and 1954 and worked on the F2H-2P. Im looking to find someone for him from his old unit if you know someone feel free to send me an email.

Keywords: VMJ-1 1953 - 1954

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Current Message 4 - August 1, 2007
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Entry: 61841
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Looking for anyone who knew James N. Milam

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Jane McGehee wrote on 2007-08-01 23:27:50.0

Comments: My name is Jane McGehee.I'm trying to put a scrapbook together in memory of my dad James N. Milam. I'd like and appreciate any info from anyone who knew him. I'd also like to know if there are, by chance, any photos he had taken still around for the scrapbook. Please contact me with anything you may know.

Keywords: Itami, photolab night crew "Pidgons" early 50's-I apologize if some are misspelled.(Some printing isn't quite clear) Herveca, Brace, Farenbach,Sassen, Osimo, Pazclera, Woodring, Wright

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Current Message 5 - June 25, 2006
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Entry: 57789
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Looking for Friends of Albert E James

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Jim Hines wrote on 2006-06-25 07:44:38.0

Comments: Hello, My name is Jim Hines and I am looking for anyone who knew my grandfather. I would like to find out just how tough of a bastard he really was!?! Were his margaritas that great!?! Hope to hear from you if you knew him....

Thanks

Jim

Keywords: VMJ-1, Albert E James Jr.

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Current Message 6 - June 6, 2006
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Entry: 57543
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Banshee Model

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Hector Castro wrote on 2006-06-06 18:33:06.0

Comments: Hi, I am trying to find where to buy a nice scale model of the Banshee with the USMC colors for a relative. Thanks, Hector

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Current Message 7 - February 12, 2005
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Entry: 48875
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F7f-3p Information

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Claudio Kalicinski wrote on 2005-02-12 08:45:01.0

Comments: I´m looking for pictures of the F7F-3p Tigercats of the VMJ-1 in Korea. Since now thanks.

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Current Message 8 - December 27, 2004
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Entry: 47758
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VMJI 1952-53

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CHARLES HUBKEY wrote on 2004-12-27 21:13:00.0

Comments: WOULD LIKE TO GET IN CONTACT W/ ANYBODY WHO SERVED IN VMJ1 PLANKHOLDERS BETWEEN 1952/53

Keywords: BILL CHAMBERS,SHOE MONROE,ALVIN PECKA,MR.SHACKELFORD,JOHN WHITE

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Current Message 9 - December 20, 2004
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Entry: 47613
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Seeking historical information on VMJ-1

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E.R. Johnson wrote on 2004-12-20 14:58:30.0

Comments: I'm an aviation writer and would like to obtain enough material to write a book that tells the whole story of Marine Aviation's photo-reconnaissance activities--formation, training, organization, operations, personnel, etc.-- during the Korean War period, 1950-1954. My late father, Col. Ector R. Johnson, Jr., USMCR (ret), served with VMJ-2 and VMJ-1 during Korea, then became CO of VMJ-1 in 1957.

Keywords: Marine Aviation Photo-Reconnaissance 1950-1954; 1st MAW Photo Section, VMJ-1, VMJ-2; F4U-5P, F7F-3P, F2H-2P; MCAS El Toro, MCAS Cherry Point, K-3

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Current Message 10 - December 20, 2004
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Entry: 47612
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Seeking historical information on VMJ-1

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E.R. Johnson wrote on 2004-12-20 14:39:50.0

Comments:

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Current Message 11 - September 5, 2004
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Entry: 45643
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VMJ-1 PhotoRecon Squadron

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William Pless wrote on 2004-09-05 20:30:43.0

Comments: Served in VMJ-1 photo recon squadron during 1954 and during move to NAS Atsugi, Japan; line radio shack.

Keywords: Nickname: Bill; serviced Banshee jet, electronics

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Current Message 12 - August 3, 2004
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Entry: 44978
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F2H-2P

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Robert F. Dorr wrote on 2004-08-03 17:53:19.0

Comments: I'm trying to contact Marines who maintained or flew the F2H-2, F2H-2P, F2H-3, and F2H-4 Banshee for a coming history article for Marine Corps Times newspaper.

I'm also looking for Marines with experience in the PBJ Mitchell in World War II.

Robert F. Dorr 3411 Valewood Drive Oakton VA 22124 (703) 264-8950 robert.f.dorr@cox.net

Keywords: Banshee

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Current Message 13 - July 5, 2004
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Entry: 44256
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I was in VMJ-1 at K-3, Atsugi, Formosa, and back to Atsugi. When I joined I was a 2ndLt, then 1st.

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Matthew B. Peck wrote on 2004-07-05 09:12:19.0

Comments: In the past I have chatted with Rocky Kemp and a few others. Still pokimg along at 75. Who else is still ot there? Buck Peck

Keywords: C.O. Lt.Col Carl.

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Current Message 14 - June 11, 2004
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Entry: 43714
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LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW 'CHAPPY'

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John Foley wrote on 2004-06-11 13:21:19.0

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Current Message 15 - February 14, 2004
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Entry: 40869
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info/picts lt Harley S Hardin

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braxton bradford wrote on 2004-02-14 10:04:48.0

Comments: greetings. looking for information and/or photos of Lt Harley S Hardin. any help would be greatly appreciated. best, braxton

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Current Message 16 - August 27, 2003
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Entry: 36526
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Former Member of VMJ-1

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TED PONTICELLI wrote on 2003-08-27 08:47:34.0

Comments: Remember, Every man a Tiger in VMJ-1....

Keywords: VMJ-1, F2H2P, if I remember was the aircraft, was skiing in McCall, Idaho a few years ago, ran into a former member. We spoke of Col Carl, sad how he died, think maybe we as former members should name the Squardron after him, what say you?

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Current Message 17 - July 21, 2003
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Entry: 35673
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VMJ-1 @ K-3, 1952-53

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Chuck Holzapfel wrote on 2003-07-21 19:50:06.0

Comments: Wondering if any of the old USMC 4611s are still around?

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Current Message 18 - July 14, 2003
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Entry: 35492
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VMJ-1 Sep. '54 - Sep. '55

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Jim Hollingsworth wrote on 2003-07-14 16:35:31.0

Comments: VMJ-1 Sep. '54 - Sep. '55

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Current Message 19 - February 12, 2003
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Entry: 31974
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VMJ-1 Air Combat

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Joe Brennan wrote on 2003-02-12 15:55:34.0

Comments: I am researching air combat operations of USMC squadrons in Korea with aim of writing about it. VMJ-1 had encounters with MiG’s on at least 7 occasions: 11 Mar, 24 Apr, 8 May, 13 Jun, 3 and 11 Jul, and 7 Aug all in 1952. Does anyone know more about these incidents, or other encounters, first hand or otherwise?

Keywords: units, aircraft

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Current Message 20 - February 5, 2003
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Entry: 31750
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Blair Belden, where are you?

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robert johnson wrote on 2003-02-05 18:25:03.0

Comments: K-3 was not the worst duty in the world, Being an unattached squadron gave us lots of opportunity for mischief, but also denied us access to a lot of the fancier venues on the base. Master Seargent Vogel, my own mentor, managed to solve almost all of our problems. And don't forget, flying the Banshee was a joy.

Keywords: Moe Pettine Blair Belden Doc Lanferseik (spelling?)

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Current Message 21 - December 22, 2002
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Entry: 30571
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My Dad's Squadron

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Thomas Whitehouse wrote on 2002-12-22 09:41:11.0

Comments: Happy holidays Leathernecks! I am trying to track down any friends, contacts, photos, information on my Dad's squadron in Korea. His name is Phil Whitehouse (Captain) and was in Korea from 52-53. I trying to put this together as a suprise for his 79th Birthday in June '03. Thanks for the help!

Semper Fi! Thomas Whitehouse Major USMCR

Keywords: VMJ-1

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Current Message 22 - October 22, 2002
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Entry: 28979
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Looking For

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Billie (Bill) G. Browning wrote on 2002-10-22 07:44:16.0

Comments: Looking for person/persons who served with Cpl John A Krisch who worked in VMJ-1 lab 1952/1953

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Current Message 23 - August 24, 2002
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Entry: 27815
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vmj-1:'54-k3 to atsugi & tinan

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dominick basile wrote on 2002-08-24 21:45:18.0

Comments: remember we had a black goat mascot. sgt pasternak, calif., led the radio shop. soon after I remember (or think i remember) they sent the whole shop home 'cept me and the gunny, who really didn't get his hands dirty. still have my silk jacket with globe and rooster. also lighter.

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Current Message 24 - August 22, 2002
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Entry: 27771
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USMC F7F Tigercat Squadrons

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Alan Carey wrote on 2002-08-22 18:08:51.0

Comments: I'm Alan C. Carey, an author of several books on USN and USMC Aviation. I'm searching for veterans who served with USMC Squadrons that flew the F7F Tigercat. The purpose is to include information and photos for a book on USMC Tigercat Squadrons.

Keywords: F7F, VMJ-1, VMF(N)-513, VMF(N)-542

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Current Message 25 - August 4, 2002
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Entry: 27379
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VMJ-1

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Dave Gruel wrote on 2002-08-04 20:47:31.0

Comments: Am looking for anyone who knew my father-in-law's brother. His name was George H. Mennig, Jr and his nickname was Sonny. He was apparently killed while flying in November, 1954. If anyone has any more information, it would be greatly appreciated. His wife is looking for any details of what happened as the military did not give her any details.

Keywords: VMJ-1 Pohang

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Current Message 26 - March 8, 2002
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Entry: 23776
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K-3, 17 June 1953; Were You There?

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Milton Riggs wrote on 2002-03-08 16:34:57.0

Comments: As the errant pilot of this screw up, I am looking for anyone who was present

Keywords: On 17 June 1953, Republic F-84G, tail number 077, landed long on a rainy night, ran off the end of the east runway at K-3, turned around at the bottom of the hill, and taxied back up before the C-22 wrecker arrived.

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Current Message 27 - December 8, 2001
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Entry: 21308
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VMJ-1 Service

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Neil (Skip) Young wrote on 2001-12-08 09:49:56.0

Comments: Engine mechanic and Plane Captain, MW-3

Keywords: VMJ-1, 30th draft, Feb 1953-May 1954 K-3 Pohang

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Current Message 28 - March 9, 2001
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Entry: 15357
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VMJ-1

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Richard Greaves wrote on 2001-03-09 14:55:07.0

Comments: VMJ-1

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Current Message 29 - March 9, 2001
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Entry: 15355
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e-mail update

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Richard Greaves wrote on 2001-03-09 14:46:03.0

Comments: With VMJ-1 54-55 K-3 and Japan Have info on Art Holden & T.E.Jopes

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Current Message 30 - January 5, 2001
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Entry: 14087
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VMJ 1

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Thomas Lancaster wrote on 2001-01-05 16:27:03.0

Comments: I was at Pohang in 1953. Met some of the old Squadron at the Aviation Recon reunion in Ithica this summer. Great time.

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Current Message 31 - December 21, 2000
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Entry: 13761
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VMJ-1

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Blair Belden wrote on 2000-12-21 21:29:50.0

Comments: I served under Maj Turcotte/Col Carl at K-3. I'd like to correspond with others from the squadron. I've made a couple of contacts and would like many more. I was a dumb Lt pilot at the bottom of the food chain. Appreciate a contact.

Blair Belden

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Current Message 32 - July 17, 2000
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Entry: 10410
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SERVED IN VMJ 1 52-53

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Ray Lynch wrote on 2000-07-17 18:14:37.0

Comments: A member of the Recon Assn. Attend most of their reunions. would be great to contact others who served. Mechs Pepiton and Buckley

Keywords: SGT. 22nd Draft MOS 6412 Mike Willie 2 one of our Korea Banshees is in the Air Museum at Pensacola

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Current Message 33 - April 24, 2000
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Entry: 8220
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Aviation Clerk 11/52-10/53

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BILLIE (BILL) G. Browning wrote on 2000-04-24 22:14:54.0

Comments: Served at K-3, was avaition clerk..would like to hear from anyone who served in VMJ-1

Keywords: I SERVED WITH VMJ-1, MARINE PHOTOGRAPHIC SQDN ONE FROM NOV 52 THRU OCT 53..WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM FORMER SQDN MEMBERS WHO SERVED DURING THAT TIME.

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Current Message 34 - March 22, 2000
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54-55

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Lawrence Ferris wrote on 2000-03-22 13:02:25.0

Comments: VMJ-1 54-55

Keywords: VMJ-1 from feb. 1954-feb. 1955.About a month after we moved to Atsugi I went back to states.

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Current Message 35 - February 21, 2000
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Entry: 7090
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MAG-33, K-3 AUG.54/SEPT.55

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Stanley P. Poirier wrote on 2000-02-21 12:49:50.0

Comments: Served as a member of Marine Air Squadron VMJ-1 while under the command of Maj. Turcotte and Col. Marion E. Carl. Total time spent was 13 months between K-3 Korea, Atsugi Japan, Tinan-Tiwan Formosa.

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Current Message 36 - November 28, 1999
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Entry: 5331
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VMJ-1 K-3 and Atsugi

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Rocky Kemp wrote on 1999-11-28 00:00:00.0

Comments: I'm surprised that no one has mentioned the Marine Corp Aviation Reconnaisance Association. I just looked over the roster and there are many who should be there and aren't. This is the perfect way to keep track of former squadron mates and keep the momories of photo recon alive. Address is; MCARA 1303 N. Vista Place Anaheim, CA 92805-1338 Semper Fi Rocky Kemp

Keywords: Lots of photo people as well as many other MOS's. I was a 4611 and a salty pain in the ass!! Cherry Point, El Toro, K-3, Atsugi.

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Current Message 37 - November 10, 1999
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Entry: 4661
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With unit 54/55 on move to Japan

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Richard Greaves wrote on 1999-11-10 00:00:00.0

Comments: In Squadron 54/55 part of move to Japan. have info on Dave Crawley, Art Holden, Terrell Jopes looking for Newton Leroy Butts

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Current Message 38 - November 8, 1999
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Entry: 4570
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NCOIC

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LEE PAQUETTE wrote on 1999-11-08 00:00:00.0

Comments: Would like to hear from any fellow Marines serving in K-3 Pohang Dong ,Korea in MAG-33 Marine Photographic Squadron One VMJ-1 1953 & 54. Sgt. Lee Paquette NCOIC Operations, OIC of Operations was Major D. Green.

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Current Message 39 - November 20, 1998
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Entry: 1196
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SQUADRON ONE (VMJ-1) (1953)

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DONALD LYMAN wrote on 1998-11-20 00:00:00.0

Comments: SERVED W/ MARINE PHOTOGRAPHIC SQUADRON ONE (VMJ-1) (1953)

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 On Sat, 4 Jan 1997  
Donald Lyman  usmc_mustang@compuserve.com  wrote:

3 Hilltop Road
Wilmington, MA 01887-3406
508 658-4886
 
Served w/ Marine Photographic Squadron One (VMJ-1) (1953).

1953-54

On Wed, 23 Jun 1999 
LEE PAQUETTE Email address wrote:

I served in VMJ-! ' Po Hang dong, Korea
53 & 54 as NCOIC operatins. Sgt. LEE PAQUETTE 

VMP - 33

On Sun, 25 May 1997 
Arnold Dunnells  adunnells@nternet.net  wrote:

244 Fire Tower Rd
Richlands, NC 28574
910 324 3327
fax: 910 324 3124

dateout: 1952

comments: Served with this unit when it was VMP-33