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Thank you for visiting our pages. You can either read the entries below or add a comment. JUST LOCATED YOUR SITE. MY STEP DAD PAUL JOHN RICHEY WAS A MEMBER OF 437TH AAA AW BN. UNTILIT WAS DISBANDED IN ITALY WOULD APPRECIATE ANY FUTHER INFO ON THIS UNIT.CAN SHARE SOME INFO IN RETURN. ROY A. CEARLEY <bcearley@arkansas.net> CAMDEN, ARKANSAS U.S.A. - Wednesday, January 07, 2004 at 14:10:41 (EST) Looking for information on Battery "B", 468th Coast Artillery Battalion. My father was Richard E. McNeese, inducted in to the Army 26 September 1942 at Ft. Mac Arthur California. He was a squad leader for the 653 and sharpshooter. He was stationed at Camp Callan and Camp Haan before going overseas. He recieved the American Campaign Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal and Good Conduct Medal while serving. Also listed on his Enlisted Record are the battles he was in, they are: Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe. I can verify the Ardennes and Rhineland information from photos that were in his belongings after he passed. I also have a photo taken of him with the group from Battery "D"-52nd AA Training Battalion at Camp Callan California on December 5, 1942. Also a photograph with a group of guys in front of some barracks that have their names listed on the back. Would love to talk to anyone who would have been in any of these places at the time he was. Any help would really be appreciated. Bobbie McNeese-Dimick <f.dimick@worldnet.att.net> Mountain Home, Idaho USA - Sunday, January 04, 2004 at 12:42:01 (EST) What a marvellous site and a marvellous memorial to a fighting unit! I came across your site when I was searching for information on a German officer (Heinrich Kodre). The page I first came to was the memorial to Josef Hanel of the German 50th Inf. Div. who "disappeared" after a visit from the Gestapo following the July 1944 attempt to overthrow Hitler ("A tale of three uncles"). This was of great interest to me as Heinrich Kodre who had commanded II Btl. of 123 Inf. Regt., 50 Inf. Div. - and was a holder of the "Knight's Cross" - was also arrested following the 1944 coup attempt, and spent the last seven months of the war in Mauthausen Concentration Camp. I know some of his family and was trying to find further information on him. You don't by any chance have further details? Or what was Hanel's connection to the plot attempt? Why does this page feature on your site? I would be grateful for any titbits of information. Regards Philip O'Connor Philip O'Connor <bw115@eircom.net> Dublin, Ireland - Sunday, January 04, 2004 at 05:09:09 (EST) A superb place to stay for hours to learn about planes during world war II ! i will come back very soon! Alain <bozzo76@aol.com> OSNY, France - Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at 15:19:47 (EST) My father, John Robert Lukianoff, proudly served his Country as a member of the 225th Searchlight Battalion (A Battery), WWII-Omaha Beach. He passed away December 1, 2003, following a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. Dad hailed from New York City, NY, but spent most of his life in East Tennessee. I would love to hear from anyone who may have served with and/or knew him. Please contact me via my Email address mlboshell@ctc.net. Mary Lee (Lukianoff) Boshell <mlboshell@ctc.net> Harrisburg, North Carolina USA - Thursday, December 18, 2003 at 20:52:43 (EST) I'M JUST VISITING THIS SITE" I was an 18-year-old platoon sgt (T/Sgt)in the 35th regt, 25th Infantry (Tropic Lightning) Division just going into action on Luzon in the Philippine Islands...I was glad I didn't have to fight in the snow, even if I DID contract malaria in either New Guinea or Luzon. Thanks to Harry Truman and the A-Bomb, my division and I didn't have to invade Japan via the island of Kyushu on Nov. 1 as was planned.! Not many of us WW II guys left now, I guess.... Bill Barber <billbrber@snip.net> LUMBERTON, NEW JERSEY USA - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 15:31:37 (EST) Shipped out of Camp Shanks Jan 1946 to Camp Phillip Morris, France then to Marburg to Berlin where I was in the 3110th Sig Ser Bn. I was in charge of Fault Control in the Signal Center at the Office of Military Government, US (OMGUS). Left for home in May 1947 as a T/4. Raymond A. Hansen, D.DS. <rahpmh@peoplepc.com> Clearwater, Florida USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 at 20:44:27 (EST) My father served his country proudly in ARMY BTRY A 222ND AAA SEARCHLIGHT BATTALION/New Guinea. This site is so very interesting. I wish my father could see better so I could show him all the pictures and intersting things here. I am so proud of him for his service to our magnificent country and all men and women who have served to protect our freedom. Thanks. Jean Greener <yorkiesass@aol.com> TX USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 at 17:28:46 (EST) are there any pin up pics. available to put on my wc-56 command car?frank francis paciullo <msgpooch@webtv.net> bayonne, new jersey usa - Friday, December 12, 2003 at 04:46:30 (EST) Visit the 443rd AAA Automatic Weapons Battalion history site at http://www.kwanah.com/txmilmus/36division/443con.htm Gary Butler <gbutler@kwanah.com> USA - Saturday, December 06, 2003 at 16:20:26 (EST) I am curious to know if anyone of the 39th company RASC 1954 to 1957 remembers Dave Bullock and how I can contact him. He was from Terrington St. Clements a tiny village in Lincolnshire (I think and spelling could be wrong) He was a farmer's Lad. A country bumpkin like me. Like to know who, why, whre etc. since we left RASC. Stanley Helmn <e.fleming@merseymail.com> Coppull, Chorley, Lancashire England - Friday, November 21, 2003 at 07:12:03 (EST) Really great site! My first army assignment in 1943 was to a 40 mm Bofors antiaircraft battery at Camp Hahn, CA which used the same power plant and fire director used in your illustrations. I stayed with that AA unit only a short time before transferring to ASTP, after which I was assigned to the 340th Field Artillery Battalion with which I stayed for the rest of the war. Darrel Carnell <dcarnell@cfl.rr.com> Ormond Beach, FL United States - Friday, November 21, 2003 at 00:03:31 (EST) I'm looking for ww11 missing in action b-17 planes down in May 1943 coming back from a mission. My Uncle , Robert W. Cole, Staff Sergeant , 324th Bomber Squadon 91st Bomber, May 21, 1943 , the Netherlands, off the coast, I have all his WW11 letters he sent to my Grandmother. His plane was the "Jersey Bounce". In his letters he tells my grandmother and grandfather all about his training in all the bases he trained in the USA before he went to England . He was a gunner , but he told about learning all of the positions on the plane , that was so if anyone was hurt someone else could take over his place. He told about all the numbers of men who couldn't make the grades and that the classes were like years of college. He was only 17 when he signed up. My grandmother had other letters from mothers of men that were missing also. I also have my father's WW11 letters to my grandmother, he was in the Philippines. Very nice site! rosebud5548@comcast.net 11/19/03 Susan Cole <rosebud5548@comcast.net> Beverly, Massachusetts Essex - Thursday, November 20, 2003 at 00:43:59 (EST) I would like to hear from anyone connected with The 425th. Night Fighter Squadron if there are any still around. Thank You George Hoover <bygeorge75@cox.net> Chula Vista, California USA - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at 23:07:23 (EST) On my grandfathers discharge papers it says he was with the 225th AAA BN. On his headstone it says 481 AAA AW BN CAC, and on an old storage box of his are the numbers 814 (Possibly 874) Signal Corps. His name was Dale Foreman from Nebraska. Just trying to find out any information about him or what all those letters mean. Thanks for the site and for all who have served! Trevor Foreman <trevor@facesonthewall.com> Newton, KS USA - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at 17:52:04 (EST) I have come across a souvinir satin pillow case from Camp Edwards which is inscribed to MOTHER from a Pvt. Edward Pollard. I think this might be WWII era. I would like to contact him or a family member who might like to have this sent back to them. I purchased it at a flea market. If anyone can help I would greatly appreciate it. Contact by e-mail at topper@gis.net gloria marshall <topper@gis.net> uxbridge, ma usa - Monday, November 17, 2003 at 14:32:09 (EST) I am trying to find out information on my uncle vince jacobi who served in the 229 antiaircraft searchlight battlaion. That information is on his discharge papers. He seved in New Guinia. Can anyone help. Thanks. Robert Saldutti ROBERT SALDUTTI <LARSA1ESQ@AOL.COM> CHERRY HILL, NJ USA - Thursday, November 13, 2003 at 17:09:44 (EST) God Bless all who have and continue to serve this great country. I salute you one and all. GOD BLESS YOU AND AMERICA! Don Hart <thedon1940@yahoo.com> TX US Of A - Thursday, November 13, 2003 at 10:10:49 (EST) My dad is a WWII vet with 100th INF. He spoke of seeing searchlights shining above enemy positions and lighting up the area but doesn't remember where this happened. He was with the 399th INF Reg from 1944-45. Anybody have any knowledge of this use of lights? Thanks, Ron Colonel Ron Benzing, USA, Ret <Ronald.Benzing@Garmisch.Army.Mil> Hamilton, Ohio USA - Thursday, November 13, 2003 at 09:21:58 (EST) We would like to help an older friend of ours here in Union, ME. David Carroll told us about being featured in a YANK article while he was serving in the Allutian Is. He and another fellow were honored for their speed in building a bridge or several. He believes the article ran in March or April of 1944; he sent the magazine back home to his family in Maine, but it never got to them. Can someone please help us find a copy of the article or better yet that issue of YANK to give to this great octogenarian veteran? Which edition would have carried this article - Far East? Cont. US? Please write us with any information or suggestions on finding the issue and article. Thanks for any assistance, Sue and Dave, Union, ME Sue and Dave Shaub <sdshaub@midcoast.com> Union, ME USA - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at 21:57:14 (EST) I recently found a copy of "The Story of Antwerp X" in my mother's belongings. She worked for the Belgian resistance during the war and met my father (a British Royal Engineer) when he was stationed in Brussels after the liberation. Glad to see that this little known success story from the war is commemorated on the Net. Peter Ridsdale <echo.park@blueyonder.co.uk> Bristol, Avon UK - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at 08:14:29 (EST) I'm looking for ANY information on World War ONE (WWI) searchlighting units. My grandfather served in WWI and his military records were destroyed in a fire at the archives in the 1970's. Thank you for any help you can provide. SSgt Richard Dalton <jerkied@adelphia.net> Colorado Springs, CO USA - Monday, November 10, 2003 at 16:41:31 (EST) I have some additional photos of the "Maritime Victory" Mark Fields <mfields1@cinci.rr.com> Franklin, OH USA - Sunday, November 09, 2003 at 16:01:54 (EST) thought i would see if any body who was in a btry 22nd aaa on okinawa around 1952 is still around i can still remember capt rabish sgt malone big t lawton baxely and i am 73. i know it was a long time ago but hopfuly some one might still be around remembering the good old days if you are still here drop me an e-mail. james gropper <jimfish1930@alltel.net> dalton, ga usa - Saturday, November 08, 2003 at 05:16:40 (EST) I was just searching the web and put my last name in a search engine, and was suprised to find my fathers photo. John Torres (Trinidad J.Torres). He was in C Battery. I found his picture in Jesse Roderick's photo album. My father has passed away but I remember some of his stories he told of his time in Europe. This is a great site. I am very proud to know that my father was part of a very important sector of the Army. I hope others will find family members here and feel just as proud and honord as I do. From my family and I, Thank you. Trinidad John Torres Jr. <gflorian@twcny.rr.com> Dolgeville, N.Y. U.S. - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 12:20:50 (EST) I lived in Antwerp, Belgium during world war 2 and the v1 and v2 simone anderson <simoneand@hotmail.com> Nebraska City, Nebraska USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 15:51:06 (EDT) I happened upon your website as I was searching for people with my own last name. As it is quite an uncommon name, it is seldom that I come across another. Ironically my father's name is Edward Seidenglanz and originally lived in Trenton, NJ. He was one of the few men responsible for modifying the design of steam catapults (from the original British design) and putting them on US Navy Aircraft Carriers. His middile initial is J for Joseph. I was just wondering if there was any information on Edward T. Where are his roots - Is he by chance of Czech origin? Elissa Seidenglanz <eseidenglanz@tecom-ind.com> Thousand Oaks, CA US - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 21:16:27 (EDT) I was in the 505 AAA Gn Bn Hq.Bt. Any body out there that was in this outfit? Let me know. Thanks. Richard Van Welden <redbone @voyager.net> Kalamazoo , Mi U.S.A. - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 16:44:01 (EDT) looking for people who saw the bertha roger crash at avon park air force base in 1944 tail numbers was r3 belonged to the 3rd bomber command 3rd air force flight section 1 squadron s my grandfathers brother 2nd lt.james paul huey a bombadier died when his plane crashed there along with all the other people on board witnesses were mj.donald stoeger,cpt robert dorsey,mj fredrick,wische,cpt.richard worrilow,1st lt.john engle,1st lt.george volk,1st lt.john gassier,1st lt.floyd barnes,1stlt.edwartd grundy,cpl.w hillthe flying factory mike was on the gunnery range (e.r.pekarek) f/orudy swansiger,pvt.william melvile,pvtalbert davis,pvtjames hopkins,pvt marvin howard,and cpt aaron kaycoff anyone with information of this crash please contact me at daemonicmagicien@aol.com sincerly scott huey scott huey <daemonicmagicien@aol.com> phx , az usa - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 00:09:12 (EDT) i need help my grand fathers brother was killed at avon park air force base in 1944 during a routine traing exercise in a b17g his name was james huey a 2nd lt a long with him was killed was 2nd lt walter j. padle,2nd lt. roland c. williams, f/o hugh c. fleming,cpl.john c. belkovac,cpl. floyd fong,cpl. jerome j. esser,roland f. evarne pfc.and gerald azzinnaro pfc they were with the 3rd bomber command 3rd air force flight section 1 squadron s if any one has information on how i can find people who were there or which web sites to go to please help the family thank you all veterns of all wars are our hereos and most valuable asset write daemonicmagicien@aol.com scott huey <daemonicmagicien@aol.com> phoenix , az usa - Saturday, October 18, 2003 at 04:44:30 (EDT) Hello I would like to say that you have a great website, lots of good stuff. I am trying to do research on the two following units 104th AAA (AW), 278th AAA (AW) I cannot find anything on these two units on the internet and am stumped as where to start looking next. Any help or suggestions are desperatly needed. Thank you Mr Sascha A McKnight Sascha McKnight <SMcKnight115@cs.com> Sheffield, Alabama Usa - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 01:51:22 (EDT) looking for any who might know about my dad. albert corey who was with 104th divsion cp adair or. John Corey <corey_724@msn.com> eugene, or usa - Thursday, October 09, 2003 at 01:38:40 (EDT) Hi, doing my family history and working on the "heros" page. My dad was a member of the 184th AAA Gun Bn. He has passed on but often talked of his time in the Army. He always said war was worse than I could ever inmagine. My brother was in Vietnam and I recently found out I have ancestors who were in the Civil War and the Revolutionary War. Keep up the good work..this site is great! God bless. Melody Melody Hammond <melodyhammond@sbcglobal.net> Round Lake Beach, Illinois USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 19:07:24 (EDT) My Dad, Junior Muscavitch, ran a search light for the 357th AAA. There is a narrative from their book, 'Let Their Be Light' attached to my web site. Your site is beautifully done. The graphics, descriptions and photos on this page are excellent - http://skylighters.org/introduction/index.html If anyone knows the location of Leroy Barth who was also in the 357th, would you please email me? My address is at the top of my history page or bottom of my home. The above email address is not correct. Connie <test@hotmail.com> Wisconsin USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 18:48:35 (EDT) not telling how old i am but i was in a/btry 22nd aaa on okinawa 1951-53 kadina ab stood those evening-dawn alerts our tent was right behind a b29 anybody remember the open air theater 25c made all the chow and shower runs capt rabish btry com. sgt malone pltn sgtets 1953 went back in later one of the first hawk units retired an old hawker 1975 all you new people in the new syst keep up the good work the cannon cocker&hawker james gropper <jimfish1930@alltel.net> dalton, ga usa - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 14:57:51 (EDT) Being the proud grandson and great nephew of several World War II veterans I must to say that I appreciate the sacrifices of all war veterans. In the times to day it is not easy to imagine what life on the frontlines could have been like then. Even our modern war today cannot compare. I am glad that the creaters of this website have made an effort to keep alive the memories of our veterans. Thank You John Williams <bradw32285@hotmail.com> Kentucky United States of America - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 19:44:14 (EDT) WOW! What a great site! I stumbled in here by accident and decided to stay awhile and read so many interesting comments. My dad served in WWII and the Korean War. Brother in Viet Nam. I originally found the site because I have the British Edition of Yank, dated December 5, 1943. I haven't scanned it yet, but when I do I would like to make it available to be read. It's quite interesting. Best wishes to all the brave men and women who have served our country - then and now. Jenelle Peterson <jpchad61@aol.com> Dallas, TX USA - Monday, September 29, 2003 at 19:45:00 (EDT) JUST SPENDING A QUIET SUNDAY AFTERNOON ON THE INTERNET AND AM CHECKING OUT SKYLIGHTERS WEBSITE.I AM PROUD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE 225 AAA SL BN. BOB KING <OAKHILLOMPOND@AOL.COM> SPRING VALLEY , OHIO USA - Sunday, September 28, 2003 at 15:34:19 (EDT) I'm looking for information about L.S.T. 21. My grandfather, Edward Dabrowski served on her. He passed away in 1971 and I just found out he was a veteran of WWII. I know very little about him and I am looking for some help. I sincerely appreciate any assistance, Thank you. Stan Chudzik Jr. <stacziu@metacrawler.com> Park City, Illinois U.S.A. - Sunday, September 28, 2003 at 14:35:35 (EDT) My dad was in the 834th AAA -- WWII -- Okinawa. Found this site while looking for info on the 834th bill brown <nbrown@wcoil.com> Celina, OH USA - Saturday, September 27, 2003 at 17:11:19 (EDT) Greeting from a fellow Greenbat! I was with 422 FWS/422 TES from 1978-1980 and again from 1991 -1996. I worked with the A-10 my whole career(1975-1996) and was in 333 TFTS(75-77), 66FWS(77-78), 422 FWS/TES (78-80), 18 TFS(80-83), 76 TFS(83-91) and 422 TES(91-retirement in 1996). The 422nd was a great assignment with great people and an envious history of pride and service to this country. I was proud to be a Greenbat and am proud to have served with such professional people. A salute to all GREENBATS, God Bless you all. Gary L. Coots MSgt,USAF/Retired Gary L. Coots <hogtac@hotmail.com> Colorado Springs, colorado U*S*A* - Sunday, September 21, 2003 at 13:30:11 (EDT) wonderful sight want to see more PVT Arminta C. Burton <mindy.burton@us.army.com> Spencer, Indiana United Stated of America - Friday, September 19, 2003 at 16:48:10 (EDT) i was in a btry 22nd aaa aw kadena ab okinawa 51/53 to old to remember names anymore just thought of a couple tony shelton the big t / lawton/baxley/sgt malone hard to locate freinds that far back just thought i would drop in and see if any the old cannon cockers where still around thank you for your time ssgt ret. james gropper to old to cut the mustard james gropper <jimfish1930@alltel.net> dalton, ga usa - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 13:48:45 (EDT) As a fellow Searchlighter, 357th AAA SLT BN, and a Battalion who followed in your footsteps (landing in LeHarve on Dec 27, 1944, and crossing the ETO a little farther North than the 225th but in time to be there for the Big Show. Attached to 9th Airforce, then 9th Army. My battery, B Battery, was attached to British 2nd and made it to the Elbe River at Boitze. We (Battalion) regrouped at spent occupation at Eschwege before mustering enough points to come home. I enjoy this website no end. Cpl Krames, 9-10-03 Lester A. Krames 6 Carr Dr. Moraga, California 94556 USA - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 16:43:46 (EDT) Hello, I have been doing a lot of research on the 60" carbon arc searchlights and found one reference to an airborne mounted searchlight. It sounded is if there was at least one example of a 60" carbon arc searchlight mounted on a plane. Perhaps it would have been used to fly over and light up potential targets on the ground. Maybe it never saw service but a prototype could have been made. If you have ever seen such a thing or can confirm it please let me know. Pictures would be great! Regards, Robert http://www.searchlightparts.org Robert L Doerr <rdoerr@bizserve.com> Warren, MI USA - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 20:41:06 (EDT) Hello, I just wanted to mention that there is a user group dedicated to the operation and use of the old Carbon Arc searchlights. It is a place to ask questions and share tips about keeping these old lights running. If you have any information to share about them or want to learn some of the technical details you can check out the link below: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Searchlights/ If you need any parts to restore your old searchlight or need items that most advertising companies discarded I may be able to help. We have a large supply of parts and some whole lights in the yard which are being parted out. Many items are still wrapped up! We also have a few 60" 1942 Sperry Searchlights and Generators that were never used and still have the packing slips inside ready for their first use. The generators still have the original battery that may still be good since the acid was never added. In case you are curious these originally shipped with a 6v Willard battery. Regards, Robert Robert L Doerr <rdoerr@bizserve.com> Warren, MI USA - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 20:35:29 (EDT) Greetings, I live in Tucson, AZ and make my living as a Police Officer for the Tucson Police Dept. Last week, I was on bicycle patrol here in our downtown area. I noticed a search light that was being used to promote a night club, so I headed toward it. There I met a fellow by the name of Jim Mulligan, who was operating the GE searchlight. I have always been fascinated by these lights and knew their place in history, but have never taken the time to learn about them. After an hour or so, I learned a lot about the searchlights and the 225th AAA Searchlight Battalion. My grandfather served in the 94th infantry in Europe and was the recipient of a purple heart, as well as other medals. Although, he is no longer with us, I have always been deeply interested in his service as well as all of the heroes of WWII. I just want to take the time to thank you all for your service and to let you know that you make me proud to be an American. God bless each and every one of you.. Mike Jennings <team2cop@aol.com> Tucson, AZ USA - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 02:42:01 (EDT) Is there anyone that served with my father in 1953-1959 in Etain France Air Force Base? If so please get in contact with me through my e-mail..His Name Harry Stone Jr. They called him POP.. Thanks Patricia Stone <islandstory@hotmail.com> gloucester, virginia usa - Friday, September 05, 2003 at 22:01:24 (EDT) i served with the 28 th. div 103 rd. combat engineers stationed in germany in 1953- 1954 in Ellwangen Ger. then with the 9 th. div 15 th. comb. eng. nuremberg germany. would like to hear from anyone who served in the same units. John Curea <jpcurea@aol.com> youngstown ohio, Ohio usa - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 01:52:30 (EDT) I am looking for info. Do you know the name of a miltary base outside of Birmingham England during WWII? If not, could you point me in the right direction where I could loacte this info? Thanks. Bob Lucas <bob.lucas@smith-nephew.com> Richfield, Ohio USA - Tuesday, September 02, 2003 at 18:03:33 (EDT) Military historian and author of A Sentimental Journey: Memoirs of a Wartime Boomtown, about the Wilmington- S.E. N.C. home front during WWII (includes Camp davis activities). Do you have any info on the Davis football teams? Thanks Wilbur Jones <JonesWD@aol.com> Wilmington, NC USA - Monday, September 01, 2003 at 11:02:05 (EDT) Do you have birth announcements for babies born at Camp Kilmer? My husband will be turning 50 next week and I'm trying to find out as much as I can about Camp Kilmer. His birthdate is August 26, 1953 Thanks for any information you can give me. judy faulkner <judy_faulkner@mcgraw-hill.com> Columbus, OH USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 17:47:35 (EDT) Very interesting and great site!! I am a historian doing research on the defence of the city of Antwerp during the last months of World War II. As a consequence of the liberation of the city and port of Antwerp by the allied forces in september 1944, the strategic importance of the city grew rapidly. The port of Antwerp became the main artery through which vital supplies flowed to the front lines near the German border. Therefore the German High Command ordered the total destruction of the port and city by means of long distance rockets: the V1 and V2. From october 1944 till march 1945 almost every day, rockets were launched against the city. In order to counter these attacks and in order to protect the port and city against total destruction, the Allied commanders worked out a unique system of defence. It was called : Antwerp X. The assignment to keep the Port of Antwerp open fell to Brigadier General Clare Hibbs Armstrong. He'd commanded an antiaircraft brigade in defending Paris from air attack, and in early 1945 was given the job to protect Antwerp, code-named "Antwerp X." General Armstrong succeeded in his mission and at the end of the campaign, more then 90% of the incoming V1-rockets were shot down by his artillery. I’m writing a book on the heroic defence of the city of Antwerp in which the US Army played a key-roll. My objective is to have the script finished by 2004, the 60th anniversary of the liberation. In my research I still lack some stories of former US servicemen that served in Antwerp with brigade-general Armstrong. It seems to be difficult to track some of the former members of the Anti Aircraft units of Antwerp X (50th AAA Brigade). I am also searching for relatives of general Armstrong. Could anyone help me? Koen Palinckx <koen.palinckx@village.uunet.be> Antwerp, Belgium - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 04:18:39 (EDT) I took basic in atterbury in 1952 for the korean war.I wonder why there is no place for us guys to sign up. It would be nice if we had a little book to honor our boys who never came home. John Ushman <LASDRP@CASSCOMM.COM> ILL. U S A - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 03:28:05 (EDT) was in 103rd inf div signal co.serial no 35607436.will follow thru with info on this web site .jim allen JAMES W. ALLEN <jallen12@insight.rr.com> columbus, ohio usa - Saturday, August 16, 2003 at 13:44:33 (EDT) Wow still a great site! I always refer poeple that come up to me when I am running a Carbon arc for advertising. there are allot of them. Yes, my 23rd year is coming up this searchlight season. please keep up the good work. John John M. <skytracker20inch@att.net> Seattle, wa USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 18:56:31 (EDT) mY COUSIN WAS A CREWMEMBER ON THE DAN BEARD HIS NAME WAS JAMES HEADLY FEURTADO,HE WAS BOSN. James D. Feurtado Jr. <Jalou17@aol.com> Coral Gables, Florida USA - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 12:08:20 (EDT) I took basic training a CAMP WALLACE, TEXAS in 1943. Shipped to ENGLAND and was assigned to the 184 AAA GUN BATTALION (MOBILE). I would like to get in touch with those that served at CAMP WALLACE and who served in ANTWERP X in BELGIUM during the war. JOE EDWARD COMPTON <joecompton@sbcglobal.net> Houston, TX USA - Saturday, August 02, 2003 at 16:17:09 (EDT) I've always been interested with War and it's history, just happened to come to this sight - great reading. Patrick McDuffy <mcduffy@pedwear.com> Pleasant Hill, CA USA - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 21:27:24 (EDT) We enjoy looking at this site. Thank-you very much. Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Carter <bbcarter@scican.net> Martinsville, Indiana, 46151 United States - Monday, July 28, 2003 at 23:25:42 (EDT) MY HUSBANDS FATHER WAS KILLED IN THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE, HE IS BURIED IN BELGIUM. paul m foley <kathyfoley123@yahoo.com> milford,ma, - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 12:18:39 (EDT) Is there anyone out there who was based at Scorton, England with 422nd or 425th Night Fighter Squadrons in 1944? Kenneth Stoves <kenneth.stoves@ntlworld.com> Middlesbrough,, Yorkshire UK - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 04:40:43 (EDT) My Father John F. Coyne was a Staff Sgt. in WWII. I know he was stationed in Korea and was released after VE Day. I also know he was busted back to Pvt. at least once with a man named Bernard Harrington, (Uncle Bernie went out as a Pvt. I don't think it's proper to say what he said about his stripes. I am looking for anyone who has information on my Dad. He did not believe in telling us anything bad happened to him, we were raised to think he just had fun. Of course now I know different but, for 21 years I believed him. Another of his close frieds was a man from Oregon named Bud Rose. Maureen Coyne-White <Maureen77White> Drexel, MO 64742 United States - Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 16:08:28 (EDT) Was a child living it Darlington, Co. Durham, UK just a few miles from Scorton Airfield during WW 2. Remember seeing P61 Black Widows flying in the area at that time. Kenneth Stoves <kenneth.stoves@ntlworld.com> Middlesbrough,, Yorkshire UK - Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at 14:56:13 (EDT) Just surfing tried my outfit in Google. Had no idea this web page existed. Was in the 231st AAA S/L Battalion from its beginning in Camp Edwards Mass. til discharged after the war. Left New York, landed in Gouric, Scotland, left Southampton landed on Omaha Beach , by St. Mere Eglise, Paris, Germany, Rhine River, Belgium, Ardennes, Bensheim,Nurnenburg, Wurtzburg, too many to remember. After the war went to Holland. Took 29 days(Documented)to get back to New York on a liberty ship. Was unaware there was another another S/L Bn there. Many more memories. Was drafted at 18 YOA from high school. DOB 3/29/24. Frank Gray <fgray001@tampabay.rr.com> Thonotosassa, Florida USA - Friday, July 11, 2003 at 22:46:41 (EDT) Hi. I have just found your site on the web. I live just at the back of Debdon Gardens , on whatwas green fields when you were here. As an ex service man The TAC is my local watering hole. If you are interested I will give you up to date info on the area. Hpoe to here from you. REUBEN Reuben Milestone <ben.23@blueyonder.co.uk> Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 at 05:22:11 (EDT) Interesting site. I came across it when researching information on my father, Warren H. Cluck. Dad was inducted into the 405th AAA Bn on August 18, 1942 at Ft. Sheridan, IL. He remained with the 405th, arriving in England with them on November 4, 1943. On (or around) D-Day he was transferred to the 397th AAA Aw Bn and remained with them until the end of 1945. While I have been able to locate substantial information on the 397th, I have found little on the 405th. I am particularly interested in what they did from November 4, 1943 until D-Day, i.e. their intial 7 months in England. I have a picture of Battery B - 405th Gun Bn (somewhere in England) from 1944 ... my dad is the biggest guy in the back row. Any help locating information about or members of the 405th would be appreciated. James W. Cluck <jwc442@aol.com> Lancaster, PA USA - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 14:19:36 (EDT) I am extremely impressed with this site. I discovered it while researching my late father-in-law's World War II unit, the 528th AAA Gun Battalion (Semimobile). I am creating a military award display case for him. I have yet to find what major unit that this battalion was attached to. I have wanted to include a shoulder patch in the display. Also, I was interested in a comprehensive unit history. All this would be a legacy for his grandchildren. Again, this is a great service that you are providing. P.S. I am a veteran of Vietnam (53rd Signal Bn., II Field Force). James Bussey <jbussey@esc17.net> Petersburg, Texas USA - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 11:59:05 (EDT) This is the best web site, I am looking for anyone that was connected to Squadron B at Corpus Christi, Texas WWII on or about 1944. I was attached to this squadron as an AMM 2/c. Would like to hear from anybody. Thanks Donald R. Middleton <DonM@Linkline.com> Anaheim, CA 92804, California USA - Wednesday, July 02, 2003 at 11:17:08 (EDT) I am a noted historian and writer/publisher who served on Coast Guard LST 27 that transported railway cars to Le Havre & Cherbourg, France during WWII. Accompanying our LST in convoy was the veteran landing ship,Coast Guard LST 21. ( The Blackjack Maru) I am featured on most of the D-Day websites today, publish a bimonthly newsletter for the survivors of D-Day & tutor French kids over the Internet or e-mail. My books were written & published solely for those veterans who survived the war and wanted to read about themselves. Someday, I will go public but until then, I am content to keep on writing. At the present time, I am writing about the Great Depression and the effect it had on us all in my hometown of Utica, New York. You have a terrific website here! Se yez all on the beach. Tony Leone Tony Leone ( Nom de Plume: Archangelo ) <lion5@adelphia.net> Ft. Edward, New York USA - Tuesday, July 01, 2003 at 22:17:05 (EDT) My uncle, Hugh (Bud) Reynolds Kehrman, passed away on December 31, 2002. He had given me this web site to look up. He had said that he sent his WWII pictures to the John J. Maher collection. He was very proud of his military service. I believe that Uncle Bud's picture is with John Maher "proofreading the label of the Irish whiskey" bottle. But I was curious as to where the rest of his pictures may have been put on the web. Thank you for your time in creating this web site for future generations. I will share this with his many nieces and nephews. Ann Emery <aemery@frontiernet.net> Apple Valley, Minnesota USA - Monday, June 30, 2003 at 22:16:30 (EDT) Great site! Lots of rare information. Keep up the good work! Joe Joe Molyson <Jmolyson@hotmail.com> Bonaire, Georgia USA - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 13:23:44 (EDT) Wilbur was with the 125th AAA(B)Mobile England-Germany. But is not listed on the members list? I would like to see his name added! SMSgt J Lehnhart USAF & OANG Retired Wilbur E, Streib <Jlehnhart@neo.rr.com (Son-in-law)> Lexington, Ohio 44903 USA - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 13:51:07 (EDT) I was in the OCS Class 77 Anti-Aircraft Artillery-Coast Artillery Corps at Camp Davis from 7/4/43 to 10/28/43. Is there anybody else left out there besides me? Stewart T. Walker <anroberts@carolina.rr.com> Greensboro, North Carolina USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 at 16:13:33 (EDT) "KILROY WAS HERE". Jeff Port <JeffreyPort@hotmail.com> North Carolina U.S. - Saturday, June 21, 2003 at 14:25:41 (EDT) I was processed at Camp Upton in June/July of 1943. Where can I apply for a copy of a documnent detaling my processing? Thanks, Ed Roman Edward H. Roman <painterroman@msn.com> Victorville , CA USA - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 09:53:00 (EDT) Excellent site!!!! I Just stumbled on it, this site has everything!!I am a WW2 enthusiast and living historian (reenactor) I would like to thank you for your service to our country. If it were not for your unselfishnes my generation would probably be hilling Hitler. I sincerily thank you! Michael Kirby Michael Kirby <kmike1918@aol.com> Frederick, MD. U.S.A. - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at 22:32:57 (EDT) I see no mention of any ship going to the South Pacific. I trained 3 months in Camp Wallace Texas, town of Hitchcock. We trained on 4o mls and 50 caliber machine guns. There were 150 of us sent by train to New York, Camp Shanks. We were classed as 150 casualty replacements, expendible. No one was rated---all privates. We had just one infantry officer assigned to us. We got on U S Uraguay, no ferry and went down through the Panama Canal to Brisbane, Australia---31 days. I never did get a furlough home the three years I was in. Lester P. Cornett <sipio@netnitco.net> Valparaiso, Indiana USA - Monday, June 16, 2003 at 22:49:01 (EDT) Great site. Kenneth G. Blasko <azflash54@hotmail.com> Colorado Springs, Colorado USA - Sunday, June 15, 2003 at 20:59:58 (EDT) I like watching and looking up wars and battles I love it all I learn alot of it for my History lesson. Matt Matthew Richard Greenaway <Mattgreenaway2002@yahoo.com> St Austell, Cornwall UK - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 06:07:20 (EDT) I was sent, along with several hundred others to ETAIN-ROUVRES airbase East of VERDUN in the middle 1950's. This Airbase was used by British-German-Americans during the War. It was being rebuilt for fighter-bomber groups at the time I was there. Gen. Patton used ETAIN and the airfield as his HQ during Sept 1944. I am interested in locating anyone who was on this field about that time. I believe that the XIX Tactical Wing was there at that time. GREAT web page, kermit Kermit R Mercer <kmercer1@rochester.rr.com> Brockport, NY USA - Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at 21:17:45 (EDT) In 1991 or 92 I was living in my small hometown of Taft Ca. One weekend we had a small street fair where I displayed my art work of famous men and women, mostly women. I was partially to Marilyn Monroe. Well an older woman wearing a large straw hat and very dark sunglasses came up to my booth and says to me I knew Marilyn, I was one of the few people invited to one of her birthday parties when she was fairly new to 2oth Century Fox. At first I wanted to laugh and say yeah right lady. Well she went on to tell me her name was Jane Nigh and she was an actress and was under contract with Fox in the 40's and 50's and played a tv character in a newspaper drama in the early 50's. She wrote down her name and number and told me to give her a call and I could come and visit her. She was living in Bakersfield,Ca. not far from Taft where I lived. Well I was still kind of suspicious so I went to the library to look for books that might tell me more about her. I eventually came to believe she was who she says she was but I never got the courage to call her up and go for a visit. She died Oct of 93 and I remember opening up the Bakersfield Californian Newspaper and finding a large beautiful head shot of Ms. Nigh and a full story about her life and death. To this day I regret never taking her up on her offer to visit. I've looked every where for more pictures of her and I've never been able to find any until I came across this site. I was wondering if any one out there might know where I can find other pictutes of her I would be very greatful. Sincerely, Patrick Hawkins Patrick Hawkins <DraRss@aol.com> Albuquerque, New Mexico United States - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 19:23:34 (EDT) Hello, can someone direct me on how I would go about finding a specific issue of Yank that my Dad's mission was about and had made the Yank magazine. I have the details of the mission if someone would contact me. Thanks. WILLIAM BEVER <WILLIAMBEVER@AOL.COM> MCKINNEY, TEXAS UNITED STATES - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 16:17:22 (EDT) I was in the 445th Bomb Group 703rd Squadron. I reported for duty with the 445th in July 1943 at Sioux City, Iowa. I was trained as a single engine fighter pilot but re-assigned to the B-24 along with a number of other disappointed single engine trained pilots to be Co-Pilots. My Squadron commander, Captain James M. Stewert provided my instruction to fly the B-24. When our crew was assigned a new B-24 (427512) the enlisted members named it "The Gremlins Roost. This seems to have been the proper name as we continually had problems. This was the same year that Roald Dahl published the book "The Gremlins". Our flying problems culminated on 5 January 1944, when returning from a mission to Kiel, over Northern Germany as a result of a combination of engine problems and three German FW 190's the Gremlin blew up. Six of our crew were KIA at that time. A young German lad saw our Gremlin blow up and the pieces floating down including one that fell through his families barn roof and killed a horse. Just recently that same German plowing the surrounding field plowed up a piece of the Gremlin. As a result of a series of my email contacts in Germany and the Netherlands we made contact and I now have the last of the Gremlin here in Missouri. This German lad helped German soldiers locate the bodies of our 6 KIA crew and bury them on 7 January 1944, in a local cemetery. After the war they were removed ( 2 to France and the other 4 to the United States). I have a 20" x 30" picture of these men that I have looked at nearly every day since I returned home after WW11. I am constantly reminded that they did not enjoy the freedom with us that they fought for and died to preserve. William T. (Bill) Minor <bminor@truman.edu> Kirksville, Missouri USA - Sunday, June 08, 2003 at 00:53:41 (EDT) I want to take the time to say thank you for the triumphs and tragedies you endured for freedom's sake. Today is D-Day. Today is the beginning of then end of the Third Reich. I cannot express in mere words my gratitude to you fine men who fough to free the peoples of Europe from Nazi terror. For all your brothers who died, and for all you who fought and now live, God bless you. Ben Holmes <western_catholic@catholic.org> - Friday, June 06, 2003 at 18:20:52 (EDT) Thanks to you for this site. My big brother(cousin)US Army Sgt. Goon Go Lee was killed in France on July 25,1944 and I found out that he was temporarily buried in Blosville cemetary. I wanted to know where Blosville was and now I know where he was killed. Thanks from the bottom of my heart ! Thomas J Lee/Vietnam Vet US Army 1964-66- First Cousins James J Lee / Korean War Vet US Army 1953-55 " George W Lee/ US Army Veteran 1963-65 " Edward Lee (Wong) / US Army Veteran " James Lee (Wong) / US Air Force Veteran 1958-61 " thomas j lee <genji2@att.net> Flushing, New York US - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 22:17:09 (EDT) From November 1944 until March 1945 the Eighth Air Force operated a fighter control station in the Netherlands. Known as Air Force Station 185, it was operated by the 401st Signal Company and the 57th Fighter Control Squadron. Pilots will remember the station that covered all missions over the Netherlands, Belgium and the largest part of the Reich as "Nuthouse Control". Some 300 people worked there in harsh circumstances operating an advanced radar unit and I am sure you will all agree they offered sterling service in vectoring fighters to bombers under attack and fighters to enemy aircraft. For my latest project, I would like to get in touch with anyone who was there and who would like to share his memories. I already have the complete history from the National Archives but I have not been able to find one person who was actually there. I would appreciate any help you can offer! Ron Ron Putz <heinkel219@fastmail.fm> Kerkrade, Limburg Netherlands - Tuesday, June 03, 2003 at 13:23:38 (EDT) THANK YOU FOR YOUR WEBSITE regina <regina.brin@sbcglobal.net> lakeport, ca usa - Tuesday, June 03, 2003 at 01:04:57 (EDT) I found this web site through my brother. Our father, who died a number of years ago, is listed in the Headquarters Section: CAPT Joseph F. Tierney. It was good to see his name in print. I am a retired Marine O-5 Reservist with 2 tours in Vietnam. So I sort of followed in his footsteps. You have an interesting site: thanks for allowing me to view it. Mark F. Tierney Mark F. Tierney <mark.tierney@ctsc.net> Lake Ridge, VA USA - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 13:58:31 (EDT) I recntly found this site and was very impressed with the detail, photos and information about he 225th. My father,Capt. Joseph Tierney served as HQ Battery Commander with the 225th from Ft. Sheridan through V-E day. I am cataloging a number of pictures of the unit as it moved through Europe. My dad passed away in 1994 but would be proud that the legacy of the 225th has been preserved. Excellent job. Gerry Tierney Gerry Tierney <gerrytierney@comcast.net> Thornton, Pennsylvania USA - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 12:05:23 (EDT) I was a member of the 29thAAA Group, and the 118 AAA Group on TDY from the 22 AAA Group during Antwerp X and the battle of the bulge from Nov 1944 until Mar 45. I think our last location was Verviers, Belgium. I was in the Group operations room when several planes were shot down after a bomb run over Germany. Do You have any info on this incident or those units? Robert D Attridge <Battridge@aol.com> El Paso, Tx 79936 USA - Sunday, June 01, 2003 at 00:19:16 (EDT) I remember seeing the brick chimneys standing in fields of pine trees during the mid 60’s when my parents would take me fishing at Surf City on the coast of North Carolina. I came across this site and feel that the military base that I saw was Camp Davis. I was just surfing the Internet and saw this site. I served in C Battery 1st of the 2nd 38 Air Defense Artillery Brigade, and I am interested in information about Air Defense Artillery past and present. I also just say thanks to all US veterans of war because I understand that Freedom Is Not Free. John Holt Stevens Jr. <Xismeay@hotmail.com> Winston-Salem, N.C. USA - Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 22:39:08 (EDT) DICK HAMMERAN WAS MY UNCLE AND A WONDERFUL MAN..... WILLIAM C. HAMMERAN III <billh@richardselectric.com> CINCINNATI, OHIO 45040 USA - Wednesday, May 21, 2003 at 21:31:14 (EDT) GREAT WEBSITE!!!! I spent the whole afternoon and part of an evening on here.There is just so much interesting stuff that you can't tear yourself away.I appreciate all the hard work that goes in to making a site this good. anonymous<no address> USA - Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at 17:31:51 (EDT) I stumbled across your plaque entirely by accident today, and was deeply moved. My mother, a local resident at the time, had no idea of an American deployment at all - "very hush-hush" as we used to say. My father was a merchant seaman at the time, carrying vital goods across the Atlantic - torpedoed twice on the Russian convoys. Alas, he is no longer with us, as I guess many of the batallion's boys are not, but bless all of them. Ray Martin <Rayatthebay@blueyonder.co.uk> Whitley Bay, Northumberland England - Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 17:22:26 (EDT) I'm searching for the AAA unit which had positions in Sint-Job-in-'t -goor ( nicknamed Lochtenberg) Belgium. This was during operations in Antwerp X from december 1944 till march 1945. It must be a semi mobile Gun Battalion but I don't know which one. Wally Schoofs <wally.schoofs@pi.be> Sint Lenaarts, Antwerp Belgium - Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 09:30:12 (EDT) I'm searching for people that have some information about the 494th AAA or the 605th AAA gun Bn. Both units were active in Antwerp X and I have some pictures about them, but want to know more about this units. Wally Schoofs <wally.schoofs@pi.be> Sint Lenaarts, Antwerp Belgium - Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 09:23:42 (EDT) Writing a book about Keerbergen airfield and about the Grand Veneur, in 1944/45 Headquarters of Brigadier General Armstrong and the 50 AAA. I am looking for photos or stories about the 50 AAA and Keerbergen. Anyone who is able to give me the address of Sam Paris, secretary of Armstrong ? Frans Van Humbeek <Frans.Van.Humbeek@pandora.be> Grimbergen, Belgium - Friday, May 16, 2003 at 02:37:41 (EDT) Just stumbled across this page. I was YANK South Atlantic Field Correspondent from 1943 to 1945. I have been searching for a "YANK CORRESPONDENT" patch. Can anyone give me a lead as to where I can obtain one? -- Nat Bodian 5 Henley Avenue Cranford NJ 07016 nat bodian <natbodian@aol.com> Cranford, NJ USA - Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 22:02:55 (EDT) PFC Rufus M.Wood 19-119-810 Co.E 353rd Reg. Combat Team 89th Inf.Div. Rufus M. Wood <rmwood123@charter.net> Toledo, Oregon 97391-2109 USA - Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 17:06:15 (EDT) I have a magazine about A Picture Parade Camp Haan, Camp Irwin. Pictured on the cover is two men with a search light with the saying underneath "Ever Alert" "Keep'Em Falling!". On page 3 it has the History of Camp Haan and a picture of Colonel Charles H Mason(Commanding Officer-Camp Haan) and Major General Homer R. Oldfield(Commanding Gereral Anti-Aircraft Artillery Training Center). On page 23 it tells about Camp Irwin( Camp Haan's Sub Post). On page 20 is the entertainment pages and it show pictures of visits from Bob Hope and Vera Vague, Billie Gilbert, Red Skelton, Kate Smith, Dinah Shore, George Burns and Gracie Allen, Jack Benney, and Lucille Ball. The whole book is filled with pictures from Camp Haan and Camp Irwin. Just wanting any thoughts anybody might have about this book. Thanks. April Bryan <blacklabapril@aol.com> Romulus, Michigan usa - Friday, May 09, 2003 at 09:29:53 (EDT) Just a short note to let you know that my Dad, Al Wanstrath, passed this past April 23rd. He was a member of C Battery. I found your site several years ago and informed my Dad about it. Next thing you know, he was at the 1999 reunion. We were able to share a lot of memories through your site and I want to thank you for it. In my mind my Dad, like all of the members of the 225th, make up "The Greatest Generation". Thanks again, Jerry Wanstrath Jerry Wanstrath <jwwanstrath@idealdist.com> Clarksville, Tennessee USA - Wednesday, May 07, 2003 at 10:20:35 (EDT) this has to be the best WW2 site on the web and by the guys who were there and made history. this site is first-rate! tony makara uk - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at 19:40:39 (EDT) what should we remember about world war two veterans? KSA Kansas City, MO USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 17:20:38 (EDT) Trying to assist a friend who's family 'entertained' Earl Gilkerson in England..... He died 6 July 1946. Would dearly like to find someone who knew him back then. I think he came from West Virginia. Thanks! JOAN PETERSON <TRACE1@ATTBI.COM> AVON LAKE, OHIO USA - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 13:09:48 (EDT) My grandfather was a member of the 445th AAA AW BN during world war two. His name was SGT James O. Brock from Detroit, MI. I am looking for any information related to his service in WWII. If anyone can assistme, please E-Mail MBrock307@yahoo.com. Thanx. Matthew T. Brock SPC, MP, USA Matthew T. Brock, Specialist, US Army <mbrock307@yahoo.com> South Lyon, Michigan USA - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 13:26:11 (EDT) Hi, Offering some of my father's D-Day experiences: My father, George A. Davison, U.S. Army, member of the all Black, 320th AA Barrage Balloon Battalion,VLA (Very Low Alititude) was onboard the LCT 608 with a group of Army Rangers. The job of the 320th was to man and keep flying, those barrage balloons seen in the skies of Omaha and Utah beaches. Dad mentions the Rangers in his papers. I am trying to learn more about Dad's experience and those with him in LCT 608. Druing the trip from England to France, the 608 picked up a downed British pilot, pilot of a B-24 or Halifax (as both are mentioned) that had ditched in the Channel. He also mentioned an altercation... a fight, between two Rangers on the 608, which quickly ended after a couple punches were thrown. Seems the Ranger's CO wanted all accounts settled before the 608 hit the beach. So, with Army Rangers, there were members of the 320th scattered thru the invasion fleet. You see a barrage balloon...there is a small crew of African Americans with that balloon...to prevent German aircraft from straffing Omaha and Utah Beaches. As the 608 waited its turn to land, Dad was witness to the horrors of the 6 of June 1944. He then experienced those horrors while coming ashore. Then, on the beaches, Dad was witness to more and experienced what would haunt him until the 80th year of his life when he died. My promise to him was to tell his story, which I try to do every day. Dad's recollection of the Rangers he met....professional soldiers who taught Dad and his men a great deal about survival. You see, the 320th was originally formed to protect the U.S. cities from enemy aircraft attacks. Then, someone got the bright idea of protecting Omaha and Utah beaches with balloons. A grand idea on a grand scale and so, the 320th went from non-combatant to combatant, from the States, to Great Britain, to the coast of France. While he and the others trained well for what was coming, the tips and tricks of the trade from the Rangers onboard the 608 would turn out to be additional lifesavers. He said the Rangers had been in the Italy campaign. Just thought I would share this and hope to find out more about Boat 608 and the others onboard. My father, George A. Davison, African American, was a member of the 320th AA Barrage Balloon Battalion, VLA (very low altitude), an all African American unit. It was their small barrage balloons which dotted the sky over the beachs of Omaha and Utah Beachheads. Reading thru his notes, he mentions crossing the Atlantic on the HMS Acquatania, a ship which carried, by his recall, 10,000 troops and civilians, men and women alike. Dad left the States from Camp Shanks, New York, and aboard the Auquatania, he docked at Forth of Clyde, Scotland. From there, he and his unit traveled to Checkinton, 40 miles from London. I am trying to find reference to that ship. I cannot find any ship by that name. In England, the English were told by white American soldiers that Black American soldiers had tails, and reading Dad's memories, at least several of the local civilians checked for themselves to see if this was true, Just thought I would pass along this part of Dad's experience in England. Thank you. Also, Dad was aboard LCT 608 from England to France and 608 landed at the Omaha Beachhead. On the trip, the 608 picked up a downed British pilot, a B-24 pilot as Dad recalls. The pilot was saved but I am not sure if he was transferred from the 608 to another craft before the 608 landed at Normandy as Dad makes no other mention of the pilot after he was plucked from the Channel. This happened at roughly 0200 - 0300, June 6, 1944. And it was God's will that the pilot ditched his plane in the path of the 608 and that the pilot's little one cell signal lamp fastened to the collar of his life jacket gave the light that someone onboard the 608 was able to see...and rescue the pilot. Dad's words: "...this day turned out to be a most interesting day and two things happened to make it that way. First, the B-24 pilot who we had picked up came out on deck and expressed his happiness to have the American Navy around. Thank All of you he said, I wouldn't be here if it were not for you. He said he was out and didn't remember anything after ditching his plane. He said the channel should be full of Airmen because they were really trying to make a big hit on certain targets since the Big Show was going to happen. Those targets being shore installations and beach fortifications. He said he had been hit with flak and was trying to make it to the British side of the channel before ditching, there was a lot of English people patroling shore waters over there for the purpose of rescuing down pilots. He was very happy and lucky and showed some appreciation by the way he expressed hiself." There may have been a great many watercraft in the Channel on that morning but still, the Channel is a large body of water. My father died 2 months ago at the age of 80 years. My thanks to the Royal Air Force for "making it easier of the ones to land on the Normandy Beachheads". It would be fantastic to learn the name of the pilot. I hope this part of my father's experience might add a little history to the British library of D-Day, June 6, 1944. Thank you, Bill A. Davison Vietnam Vet '69 -'70 Bill A. Davison <bad2500@alltel.net> Waynesburg, PA U.S.A. - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 11:37:52 (EDT) I found your sight when I was searching my last name Sarandopolis and I came across Lambro N. Sarandopolis from Lynn, MA. I was shocked to find this cause there are very few Sarandopolis's. I read pretty much the entire sight. Thank you for spending the time to bring this sight to life. If I am able to locate any more photos from my family I will be happy to add them to this collection. My Grandfather and his brother William and Ben Mosho Natives of Lewiston ME. but moved to Lynn, MA were also in the army during WWII but I don't know what company they were in. I do know they spent time stationed in France. I have many pictures of them and others in the army. I would love to share them online to help keep track of history but I don't know where to send them. If anyone knows of any other sights that welcome WWII photos, since I'm fairly certain the photos don't belong here I would be interested in visiting them and possibly sharing my photos. Thanks, christine Sarandopolis Christine Sarandopolis <Travisismydog@cs.com> Concord, NH USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 09:35:35 (EDT) An excellent Website, who's scope and quality greatly exceeded my expectations. Jerry Lutz <acme1922@aol.com> Las Vegas, Nevada USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 03:50:36 (EDT) Thank you for this site! My father is Harlow Zebell of A-Battery. I have printed many of the photos from this site for him to see. Paul Zebell <paulzebell@msn.com> Portland, Oregon USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 00:14:52 (EDT) I arrived in Camp Atterbury Hospital during month of June 1945. I spent several months recovering from combat wound to left femur, which occurred November 8, 1944, as an Infantryman with 318th regiment, 80th division, 3rd USArmy. I was wounded between Nancy and Metz. Iserved as a member of standing combat patrol from about October 10, 1944 until being wounded November 8, 1944. I entered the service at Ft. Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, March 28, 1944,17 weeks basic training at Camp Blanding, Florida. Left for European theater on or about end of August or middle of September 1944. Sailed aboard Il de France from New York. Landed in Glasgow, Scotland. Medically discharged, (100 % combat disabled, October 6, 1945. Harry A. Wolfe <h.a.wolfe@worldnet.att.net> Mesa, Arizona USA - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 23:18:42 (EDT) Very interesting website. Living in the Chicago area, I have seen the demise of several of our WWII military installations (Ft. Sheridan & Glenview Naval Air Station). Thank you for trying to keep, what now are just memories, alive. Ron Reisener <Ron_Reisener@baxter.com> Buffalo Grove, IL - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 17:49:38 (EDT) Father T Sgt Clifford R Henry 13118737 fought in several combat missions with the 48th TC Squadron. He passed about several years ago. This web-site has so much information. Thank you Charlene Henry Ottinger <cottinger@icthomasson.com> Knoxville, TN USA - Monday, April 07, 2003 at 13:32:27 (EDT) Excellent, very informative site. As a WWII baby (12/1/42) son of WWII vet, vet, and father of active duty service man, I try to look at as many military sites as I can. Yours ranks right up among the very best. I've been a student of WWII since I was young, for obvious reasons. I wanted to know about my Dad's war. Of course now, having been in myself, I understand his reasons for not talking about it. Even when I enlisted he never imparted any advice or warnings to me. I did talk a lot to my son before he went in, but only to let him know what to expect and to let him know how proud I was of him. Your site stands as another great tribute to all G.I.'s past and present. Well done !!!!!!!!! Tom Culbertson <dntcare123@hotmail.com> Bowling Green, Ky. U.S.A. - Wednesday, April 02, 2003 at 14:19:53 (EST) This is a very interesting site and whoever has put it together deserves a pat on the back. Leon Bonner UK - Wednesday, April 02, 2003 at 08:28:26 (EST) Looking for words and music for "he wears a pair of silver wings" Brian Clay <sheila&brian@clayhooky.fsnet.co.uk> England - Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 07:27:42 (EST) Outstanding Site! Please carry on your excellant work, this is a touch stone to a passing time. I am a member of The Confederate Airforce, our aircraft are the "glamourous" reminders of America in WW11. So much to be passed on to the youth, my own generation "The Boomers" scarcely have an idea of those times... To all of you who served America during the Second War, You are Not Forgotten! To the Men and Women who have Served in our Armed Forces since 1945, You Too Shall be Remembered.... In Flander's Fields, and so many since then, My Freedom has been payed for by You. Thankyou. Dan McGrath Dan McGrath <DanielMcGrath1955@msn.com> Kendall Park, New Jersey U.S.A. - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 19:26:24 (EST) This site is great. Being born just after WW II, I remember my father and mother's stories of the era. As I have gotten older I have made it a mission in my later years to try and get in tough with the time that they spoke for both with fondness and sadness. This site has truly helped. Trust that I will be back often SK1 Bill Richards USCGR <keysone26@navyseals.com> Pickerington, Ohio USA - Sunday, March 23, 2003 at 08:00:17 (EST) My dad, Bill Ross, will be 90 years old in October 2003. Recently, I discovered documents that showed his involvement in the 49th AAA Brigade. He lived in Brooklyn New York and now lives in New Jersey. I'm wondering if anyone might have known him. Jim Ross 360/752-2210 Cpl. William Ross <jimross98225@yahoo.com> Atco, New Jersey USA - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 19:53:15 (EST) I would like to hear from people assigned to station complement Camp Croft, SC ( post script to my last message). Frank J. Provenzano <frankprovo@juno.com> New Hyde Park,, New York, 11040 USA - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 08:51:03 (EST) Ex Staff Sergeant assigned to the THEATRE DETAIL July 1942-January 1946 on detached service from post headquarters. Supervising projectionist for the 4 theatres on the post and the hospital projection booths. Would like to hear from people assigned to station complemnt units in general.Let it be known I married T/4 Sgt. Bessie M Keiffer who was assigned to the Officers section of the post hospital. I wonder if sgt Carr is still around. Frank J. Provenzano <frankprovo@juno.com> New Hyde Park, New York USA - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 08:39:46 (EST) I have several WWII photos my Father brought back. I am trying to figure out where some were taken but most importantly by whom. I have the original picture with the jeep full of soldiers heading down the rode with the sign above their heads that reads "Kill the Bastards". If anyone can tell me anything about this picture, please e-mail me. Thanks linda <ohmyfive@cinci.rr.com> ohio usa - Friday, March 07, 2003 at 16:24:29 (EST) Served with the 184th AAA Gun Battalion in the defense of Antwerp. Joe Edward Compton <jcompton@compuserve.com> Houston, Texas USA - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 00:22:16 (EST) Found this page while searching for a way to discover my father's journey as a US Army Serviceman in World War II. I'm probably one of the youngest sons of a World War II veteran, as he sired me at the age of 46. Having died over a decade ago he took his stories with him. Leaving me with just his name and a few traces of his experiences. I have his dog tags and some of his medals (3 purple hearts, Oak Leaf Cluster, Bronze Star and two other I'm unsure of), I would like to learn all that I can, and to preserve his and his fellow serviceman's history for as long as I can. Clifford I. Peters Jr. <cmpeters@wi.rr.com> New Berlin, WI USA - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 22:37:06 (EST) IT WAS A GREAT FIGHT MA! AND WE WON!!!!!! LOVED THE COLD WATER IN THE ENGLISH CHANNEL=NO WET SUITS FOR US. LOTS OF GREASE=BETTER THAN A BLANKET==ANY OLD GUYS LIKE MYSELF OUT THERE STILL = GIVE A SHOUT JEREMIAH J CLIFFORD <UDTJERRY> MAYNARD, MASS USA - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 02:33:41 (EST) An excellent site.I,m a tour guide and since the release of Saving Private Ryan have spent most of my weekends in Normandy especially Omaha Beach.Any personal information regarding d-day or WW2 is of great help to myself.thanks Neil Howes <Neil@Fordrentals.fsnet.co.uk> Saddleworth-Manchester, United Kingdom - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 at 19:02:16 (EST) Your stories of the Skylighters and Camp Davis bring back many memories. I was with Battery A, 63rd Coast Artillery at Fort MacArthur, Calif. In 1940 we convoyed the regiment to a tent city at Ft Bliss, Texas. In 1941 when Camp Davis opened I was with the first cadre of troops to arrive there. We were then the 93rd Coast Artillery, Battery A. We trained recruits from the Great Lakes area in all phases of the military, this was in the days before they received basic elsewhere. I really enjoyed the days there, especially the good times and the beaches at Kingston. But all good times must end. When the Japs bombed Pearl Harbor we set up positions near Washington, D C. After a month there we were sent to San Francisco on the way to Christmas Island near the Equator, nothing but beaches and swimming for a year. No refrigeration. We regrouped in Hawaii, as the 295th Searchlight Battalion on the way to the Eastern Mandates, then to Leyte Island in the Philippines. Then to the final battle on Okinawa. We saw lots of action at Leyte and Okinawa. We were nearby when Ernie Pyle was killed on Ie Shima. Happy Skylighting.---Sgt. Alto Battiest Sgt. Alto Battiest <JBattiest@aol.com> USA - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 10:28:18 (EST) My father, Clarence (Chuck) L. Roughton, was in the Philippines with the Navy PT Boats, tender for Squadron 13, during the last year and a half of WWII. He left written comments referring to the "Yank" magazine dated November 17, 1944. I would vwry much like to see that issue of "Yank". Can you help me? Jim Roughton Jim Roughton <jimroughton3@mchsi.com> Marshalltown, IA USA - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 12:54:08 (EST) Hi, I was looking for information on the 148th Engineer Combat Battalion and found your site with the photo of the Tucker Bridge and the story of Major Tucker. My dad served in the 148th as a surgical technician and was at the Tucker Bridge.He calls it the Purple Heart Bridge.He was also in Remagen where they bridged the Rhine River after the Ludendorff Bridge collapsed and was in Bad Godesburg where the Hodges Bridge was built. Iwould appreciate any info on the 148th Engineer Battalion. Dean Page <dapage1@juno.com> Canton, Ohio USA - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 21:00:16 (EST) This is the best WWII site I have ever seen. The pictures and stories are excellent and teach much about those who served our country. If I ever need info about the war, I come here! Sam Coulson <gscoulson@cc.usu.edu> Logan, Utah USA - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 17:05:18 (EST) What a wonderful website dedicated to so many brave men and women, history and culture. Darlene Perry <darperry@aol.com> Knoxville, Tennessee U.S.A. - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 21:36:54 (EST) I was with the 444lst QM Comp. Co. at Camp Lucky Strike in Jan. l945. Since I was the only woman there at the time, I was billeted at the Chateau de la Fontaine, between the camp and Rouen, and on a river (Seine?), and traveled back and forth by jeep daily to the camp. This chateau had been captured from the Germans but only had minor damage. Now, my children would like to take me to France in April to visit places I had been during the war. I have located the Camp, but have been unable to locate the Chateau. If anyone has any information on where it is located, and anything about anyone who was stationed with me, I would appreciate hearing. Thanks. Lt. Muriel Chodos Muriel Chodos Pelham <MPBLUBERRY@aol.com> Village Mills , Texas USA - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 16:04:34 (EST) This here site has gotten me all the info I need for my oral tomorrow! Thanks! Marco <rnieu@m-web.com.na> Oranjemund, Namibia - Tuesday, February 04, 2003 at 11:02:18 (EST) My father was in the 744th Railway Operations Battalion during WWII. He was dedicated to serving his country and very proud to do so! He passed away almost six yrs ago at age 87. I would love to heaar from anyone knowing about this Battalion. Great site!! Dolores Cook Fortenberry <gritsd@telepak.net> USA - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 16:58:58 (EST) Thanks for preserving some History.And A Special Thank You To All The Men And Women Of The United States Who Gave Their All To Preserve Our Freedom!!! James Bair <jimbo5246@yahoo.com> Palmdale, California United States - Sunday, January 26, 2003 at 19:31:54 (EST) Thank you for this wonderful site. I am looking for information about my uncle, Harold Thompson. He served with the 116th Battalion AAA. He was killed on July 13, 1944,outside of Couvigny. I would appreciate any help. Roberta Thompson Roe <beaubama@aol.com> Chadds Ford, Pa USA - Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 19:09:49 (EST) My grandfather was in the 39th AAA Battalion. If anyone has any information on them, please contact me. Thanks. Brandon Teel <bjteel@hotmail.com> Union, MO USA - Thursday, January 23, 2003 at 13:02:16 (EST) My father served in the 350th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Searchlight Battalion. I haven't been able to find out much about this unit, but your site at least gives me some idea of what their role was in World War II. David Smith <dsmith0429@msn.com> Mount Dora, FL USA - Thursday, January 23, 2003 at 02:11:32 (EST) Hey I really like your site. I have found some of the information here helpfull. Thanks :) Joe D. Joe <j_dirt@hotmail.com> Memphis, TN US - Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 00:04:49 (EST) Great sight, went looking for info on the 465th AAA Auto. Wpns. Bn. I have a great group photo of this battalion in which my father Frank Brady was in, it was under the command of Lt. Col. Ralph S Baker. The battalion symbol looks like a fighting wolf wearing boxing gloves and eye goggles standing on a tracked vehicle. I cannot find out anything else, all his records were destroyed in the fire at the St. Louis achives. Any help with any information on this would be greatly appreciated. Mike Brady <heat447@aol.com> Chicago, IL USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 16:41:42 (EST) Just wanted to stop in and say hello as I just found this site! My father, Sgt Henry Petan, Battery A, 405th AAA BN., passed away in 1975. I am sure most of the others are gone too. I don't believe he saved much from this part of his life..... a photo album is about all. He never talked too much about it. From looking at some of his papers, I would love to build a small display. I am curious as to where I might be able to find replacement campaign ribbons and medals that were awarded. List available to any one who emails me. Thanks for any information. Roger Petan <kingofextras@hotmail.com> Salem, Ohio USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 19:08:10 (EST) Great Site. Looking for info on father and went to your site. Dad had told me about leaving for France from Camp Kilmer and had never seen info on the camp. The copy of the handbook was great and info gathered there will help out greatly. My father John William Gooding was with the 100th Div. Co.B 325th Combat Engineers. Thanks For The Info!!! John Gooding <pointchaser@aol.com> Rocky Mount, N.C. U.S.A> - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 16:57:04 (EST) I am writing a book about Keerbergen airfield (30km NE of Brussels). I am trying to contact people who were based in hotel "Le grand Veneur" in Keerbergen during WW2. During the war, this hotel was the HQ of Antwerp X and the control center of all anti-aircraft guns in the defence of Antwerp. Please contact me if you have pictures of "Le Grand Veneur" or about Keerbergen airfield. Many thanks. Frans Frans Van Humbeek <Frans.van.humbeek@pandora.be> Grimbergen, Belgium - Saturday, January 11, 2003 at 11:23:00 (EST) Am surprised that the Camp Hero web pages do not tell of the SCR-296 radar, tho it is shown on the map. I was the original S/Sgt maintenance guy for two of them, fall of 1943. John R. Crane <jrcrane@sedona.net> Sedona, AZ USA - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 12:37:09 (EST) in response to Arthur Buhler and Tom Cosentino : my father was a sargeant in the 116th AAA gun battalion, mobile, charlie company. He will be 90 years old this spring. I know a little bit about his experience and would like to hear from others. Jeanne Wasserman <corvid24@aol.com> Seattle, WA USA - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 00:24:38 (EST) hi my name is dave gordon and i was wondering if anybody could find a veteran in my area for me i can't seem to find anyone. i have to do a report for school (i'm in 11th grade) and i have to interview a ww2 veteran and get their story like where they where and what they did etc.... and i was wandering if i could use anybodies story or photos on this site. well if you find anyone please e-mail me back i would greatly appriciate it. i also don't want anyone telling their story if they don't want to. by for now. dave gordon <playa6915666@yahoo.com> mt.pleasant , pennsylvania united states - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 16:57:18 (EST) i enjoy your site - i have a question rather than a comment: i would like to know the name of the colonel during wwII who replied "NUTS" when asked by the germans to surrender. i havae heard the story before but never the particulars or the name of the individual involved. if this is beyond the scope to thlis site please disregard my question. thank you. ronald holder <RHOLDER@satx.rr.com> schertz,, texas usa - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 22:58:21 (EST) Look at this site: http://www.skylighters.tk It's now only in Dutch, but we trying to get the site also in English. The site isn't finished but take a look. R de Jong <webmaster@skylighters.tk> g'chem, z-h The Netherlands - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 13:27:31 (EST) Served in 358th AAA S/L Bn, activated at Camp Stewart, GA about 1 Feb 43. Bn deactivated at Camp Upton, NY in Jan '45. We then had another basic at Fort Jackson, SC., and went to ETO as Infantry replacements. Marvin Drake <Drakems@worldnet.att.net> Spring Arbor, MI - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 11:30:02 (EST) Floyd Dade, Jr was a member of the 761st Tank Battalion in the ETO during WWII. His unit was thankful for the efforts of the 225th - Red Ball Express for bringing supplies (food, gas, oil, ammunition,etc.) on icy roads, through snow and rain. If any of you still meet or would like to come to the 761st reunions, please contact: Floyd Dade e-mail: edris50@juno.com Thanks and God Bless! FLoyd Dade, Jr. <edris50@juno.com> San Francisco, CA USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 18:43:26 (EST) love the site.my grandpa was in an artillery unit,not for sure which one.his name was finace hosmon.i'd appreciate it if anyone had any info about him,or knew him thank you all! casey hosmon <Pfitter3@aol.com> herrin, illinois usa - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 22:21:47 (EST) My father got in the light rental business in 1961. I have been around searchlights since I was a small child and at 47 years old I still find them fasinating. I now own and operate the company and enjoy tellng curious observers all I can about the important part that they played in the war.I have 10 GE lights and 2 Sperry's.Thank you for all the great pictures and stories you have shared.Carbons have become hard to find lately and I was wondering if you might know of somewhere to buy them. Thanks again, Steve Hughes Steve Hughes <litearam@fidnet.com> Rosebud, Mo USA - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 21:47:28 (EST) I trained at Camp Davis with Hq & Hq Btry 49thAAA Brig, made the landing on Omaha Beach and served with Brig Hqs and/or 149th Opns Det on detached duty in Luxembourg. Recalled during Battle of the Bulge to Spa and Liege, then on with Hq Btry until the document collection center post war. Transferred out on points, returned to the States and discharged on Nov 5, 1945. Looking for any surviving members of Hq Btry. John H. Morris, Hq. & Hq.Btry., 49th AAA Brig. <mailto:Nov/April%20@%20gemm@tnni.net%20-%20May/Oct%20@%20gemm@gwi.net> Sebring or Bath, Florida or Maine USA - Saturday, December 14, 2002 at 17:34:16 (EST) i served with dusters quads and searchlights in viet nam, 1970...great site!!! Daniel A Hale <danielhale53@yahoo.com> Midland, MI U.S.A. - Friday, December 13, 2002 at 20:10:13 (EST) Hi! My name is Joe Wilder, and My grandfather Joseph Mara of watertown NewYork, asked me to find out a little bit of information for him, and I'm am having a very hrd time finding these things out....what I have so far, is he was a paratrooper,and also used a 40 caliber water cool machine gun, then went to the 50 caliber watercool.... his division he gave me was the.......925th Battery B Battalion 11th Airborne...if there is anyone out there who coulkd help me I would appreciate it very much..I can list a few battles he was involved in maybe this could help..you and me both....he was involved in the Batan Death March..Battle of Leyte....and something about Corregidor....so yes my sources are very limited but...My Grandfather is gettin' quite old and sick now ...and I really want to do what ever I can for him....so please I'm beggin of anyone who could help me please feel free at anypoint to Email me at Solja4Lyfe718@yahoo.com......or you can instant message me on Aol under the screen name of ...StraightThugg718.......Thank you very much...and I hope to hear fomr some-one very soon..... Joe Wilder Joe Wilder <Solja4Lyfe718@yahoo.com> cicero, new York United States - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 02:12:08 (EST) Enjoyed the article on the seacher lights and antiaircraft guns and talking to Connie at the EAA Christmas in the air. I served on Okinawa during the Korean war as a repairman for the hydraulic and electronics on 90 and 120mm anti-aircraft gun stationed around Kadina AF base on Okinawa. Enjoy all of your web page. Don Wolter <donwol@msn.com> Oshkosh, Wisconsin USA - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 09:36:00 (EST) Appreciate very much your excellent Web Site. I did my basic training in the 509th AAA Bn. at Fort Bliss Texas, Sept. 1942 and was transferred into the 224th AAA S/L BN when the 509th was decamped from Fort Bliss for a destination unknown to those of us who were transferred to the 224th. We had, unconfirmed information, that the 509th was sent to North Africa early in 1943. I remained with the 224th, which was sent to New Guinea Jan. 1944 and Philippines 1945. The 224th.was deactivated Feb. 1946. I have sought information about the 509th, but have been able to find anything. If anyone can help me I will be very grateful. E-mail: esmother@softhome.net or Snail-mail at Eugene Smothermon, 1006 Shawnee Trail. Frankfort KY 40601 Eugene Smothermon <esmother@softhome.net> Frankfort, KY USA - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 16:50:24 (EST) went thru kamp Kilmer march 1953 on way to germany, and was assigned to the 28th, div, 103rd engr, bat, would like to receive emails from anyone who has served 103rd bat, 28th div john Curea <jpcurea@aol.com> boardman, ohio usa - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 00:00:12 (EST) I was with the 39th AAA Group, HQ. Battery, Staioned at Camp Haan, Calif. Transfered to the 294th JASCO, Landing on Omaha Beach, June 6th, 1944. Most of the men in the 39th have passed away. Thank you for letting me write this. If anyone would like to send me an e-mail, it would be appreciated ! Joseph A. De Rubertis <joarom@ncweb.com> Madison, Ohio USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 22:27:25 (EST) Dear Skylighters, Thanks for making such a fantastic web site. It's been a great source of information. I'm wondering if anyone within the group might know anything about the 222nd AAA (aside from what is posted online on your site) or perhaps even know someone from the unit. My grandfather served in that unit, but he has few memories of it and doesn't recall many facts. I'm appreciative of any assistance anyone might be willing to offer as I try to piece together 'the story' of my grandfather's service. Thanks, Scott Woodward Scott Woodward <scott_woodward@yahoo.com> Pacifica, CA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 20:20:35 (EST) Seeking information about the 509th AAA BN that was Trained at Fort Bliss, TX in 1942. Eugene Smothermon <esmother@softhome.net> Frankfort , Kentucky Franklin - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 13:30:45 (EST) In Response to the posting by Arthur C. Buhler: My father Vincent "Jimmy" Cosentino served in the 116th AAA Battalion from D-Day until the end of the war. I have been doing a great deal of research about his war experience and I have some information on the 116th. My father went to basic training at Camp Davis, NC. He landed on D-Day at Utah Beach. The 116th spent time attached to the 30th and 35th Infantry Divisions. They participated in the Battle of the Bulge and at the Remagen Bridge. Please feel free to contact me. I would also welcome any information on the 116th, I am putting together a "book" for my father. He is now 79 years old and is currently in the VA Hospital here in Syracuse. Thanks. Tom Cosentino Tom Cosentino <tvcos@yahoo.com> Syracuse, New York USA - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 10:32:48 (EST) Through Frank Dorsey, I have just discovered the website for Skylighters. It is very impressive. My father, John Spaulding, was a part of the 225th A Battery. He died October 14th of this year. Dad didn't talk much about his time spent in the service until he become sick in January 2000. Then he began talking and I hung on to every word he had to say. For him, as I am sure for many of you, the memories were too painful. I would be very interested in hearing from anybody who knew my dad. My email is dlspaulding@earthlink.net. Thanks! Diana Diana L. Spaulding <dlspaulding@earthlink.net> Portsmouth, Ohio USA - Saturday, November 30, 2002 at 14:36:58 (EST) Your site is well done. A great honor for the "Greatest Generation". I found your site while searching for a copy of Yank Magazine. My father was in the Pacific during the war on PC-598. They had a mascot Cocker Spaniel on Board and painted a picture of the dog on the side of the ship. My father designed and drew the picture as well as was destined to have the dog after the war as he was the longest original crewman on board. Yank magazine ran an article about them in 1944 Pacific edition. Cover is a picture of the Ship and dog on the PC-598. I am looking for a copy and can not find one. If you have any ideas, the family would greatly appreciate your help. David Lowrance <dalowrance@cs.com> Bellingham, Washington USA - Friday, November 29, 2002 at 14:04:43 (EST) If you're looking for older guestbook entries, return to the Main Guestbook page and select from our two archived guestbooks (1996-1998 and 1998-2002). Larry M. Belmont <webmaster@skylighters.org> Blue Point, NY USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 09:36:06 (EST) Found this site looking for info on my grandfather and his army days in WWII (NATO 18th Nov 1942,MTO 30th Nov 1943,ETO 30th Aug 1944)He was in the 5th Army, 437th AAA AW BN 43. Campaings included Tunisia, Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Southern France & Rhineland. Any information regarding this or a push in the right direction is appreciated. Don Friedges <whitetail2@citlink.net> Wyoming Township, MN USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 21:54:17 (EST) You may now return to the Guestbook Main Menu. |
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