1954 CASUALTIES

Contents:

• 1954 Casualties - Korea
• 1954 Casualties - Prisoners of War/Missing in Action
• 1954 Casualties - Other Than in Korea
• Casualty Details - All 1954

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1954 Casualties - in Korea

Key below table.

(A) = Army; (AF) = Air Force; N = Navy; M = Marine

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1954 Casualties - Prisoners of War/Missing in Action

[KWE Note: The following servicemen were prisoners of war or missing in action whose remains were not recovered.  They were declared "presumed dead" in 1954.  Death Date reflects the date they were declared presumed dead.]

Key below table.

(A) = Army; (AF) = Air Force; N = Navy; M = Marine

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1954 Casualties - Other than in Korea

The table below does not reflect the names of the 103 men who were killed on May 26, 1954 in a launching catapult explosion in Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island, while they were serving on the USS Bennington (CVA-20).  Their names can be found on the Korean War Educator's DMZ Casualty page, USS Bennington (CVA-20).

Key below table.

(A) = Army; (AF) = Air Force; (ANG) = Air National Guard); (CG) = Coast Guard; (N) = Navy; (M) = Marine

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Casualty Details - All 1954

[KWE Note: This list was compiled using KWE research and information from the American Battle Monuments Commission.  Some names were further added courtesy of the visitors to the Korean War Educator.]

Adams, Cpl. Clarence L.

Corporal Adams was a member of the 33rd Marine Air Group. He died of other causes in Korea on April 19, 1954. Corporal Adams was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Anderson, SSgt. Richard A.

On May 24, 1954, the aircraft in which he was flying crashed into a mountainside on Cheju-do Island, Korea, killing him. Staff Sergeant Anderson was born March 5, 1930 and is buried in the Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Mateo County, California.

Andrews, Capt. Robert Basil

Captain Andrews was the bombardier of a B-26 Invader bomber with the 13th Bomber Squadron, 3rd Bomber Wing. On October 15, 1951, while on a night intruder mission, his aircraft was struck by ground fire northwest of Nanchonjom and contact was lost. He was taken Prisoner of War and was assumed dead on February 28, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Captain Andrews was awarded the Air Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Archbold, Robert

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Arendall, Pfc. Doyle R.

Private First Class Arendall was a member of the 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He died from other causes on October 26, 1954. Private First Class Arendall was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Armstrong, Cpl. James Jr.

Corporal Armstrong was a member of Company F, 2nd Battalion, 223rd Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division. He died on March 14, 1954, of acute severe meningococcemia caused by blood culture. Corporal Armstrong was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Arredond0, Cpl. Isidore Castillo

Corporal Arredondo was a member of Company A, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in North Korea on January 8, 1952. He was presumed dead on February 24, 1954. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Arredondo was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ashely, Pvt. Leonard M.

Private Ashely was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. He was Killed in Action while fighting the enemy in South Korea on March 15, 1954. Private Ashely was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Atwater, Pfc. Bennie A.

Private First Class Atwater was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. On January 30, 1954, he was fighting a brush fire when he caught on fire himself and died of 2nd degree burns and suffocation. Private First Class Atwater was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Badgley, Maj. Gene M.

Major Badgley was a member of the Marine Refueling Squadron 152. On June 4, 1954, he was on a Fairchild C-119 Flying Boxcar, when it crashed off the coast of Korea. Major Badgley was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Baker, A1 John Frederick

Airman First Class Baker was a member of the U.S. Air Force serving in Korea. He died of other causes on August 27, 1954. Airman First Class Baker was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Barrera, Pfc. Ignacio D.

Private First Class Barrera was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Barrera was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Barton, Pfc. James John

Private First Class Barton was a member of the 512th Ordnance Ammunition Handling Company, U.S. Army. January 9, 1954, he was killed when his vehicle skidded on a muddy road and overturned near Seoul, South Korea.  Private First Class Barton was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Beasley, Jesse

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Bechle, 2Lt. Francis Arthur

Lieutenant Boehle was a member of the 18th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, 363rd Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, Shaw Air Force Base. On June 7, 1954, his aircraft developed engine trouble during takeoff and it crashed on landing. Second Lieutenant Boehle was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Benton, Pfc. George M.

Private First Class Benton was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on May 30, 1954. Private First Class Benton was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Berger, Bruce

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Berry, Sgt. George Jr.

Sergeant Berry was a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 701st Armored Infantry Brigade, 1st Armored Division stationed at Ft. Hood Texas. He was killed on February 14, 1954, when his car struck a bridge and overturned near Waco, Texas. Sergeant Berry was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Bettis, Pfc. Guy L. Jr.

Private First Class Bettis was a member of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on March 10, 1954. Private First Class Bettis was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Biggs, Capt. Elmer Tee

Captain Biggs was the pilot of a AT-6D Mosquito observation aircraft with the 6148th Tactical Air Control Squadron, 6147th Tactical Air Control Group. On January 3, 1952, while flying an air-ground control mission, his aircraft was hit by ground fire, exploded, crashed and burned. He was taken Prisoner of War and died while a prisoner on March 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Captain Biggs was awarded the Air Medal, the Purple Heart, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Blackwood, SSgt. Williford K.

Staff Sergeant Blackwood was a member of Headquarters, 30th Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, 67th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing. On May 24, 1954, the aircraft in which he was flying crashed into a mountainside on Cheju-do Island, Korea, killing him. Staff Sergeant Blackwood was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Blake, Pfc. Norman M.

Private First Class Blake was a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on April 16, 1954. Private First Class Blake was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Blanchard, Col. John D.

Colonel Blanchard was a veteran of World War II. During the Korean War he was assigned the U.S. Marine Station, Guam. On January 10, 1954, he died suddenly at the Naval Hospital, Guam. Colonel Blanchard was awarded the American Campaign Medal, the Pacific Treater of Operations Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Booth, Sgt. Robert Eugene

Sergeant Booth was a member of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 5th Infantry Regimental Combat Team. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy near Ukkalgye, South Korea on April 22, 1951 and declared dead on March 15, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Sergeant Booth was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Borders, Cpl. Edward Lee

Corporal Borders was a member of Battery D, 82nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery (Automatic Weapons) Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy near Hoensong, South Korea on February 13, 1951 and declared dead on February 3, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Borders was awarded the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Brown, HM2 James Caviness

Hospital Corpsman Second Class Brown was a member of the U.S. Navy serving with Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division. On December 4, 1950, as the 7th Marines were withdrawing to Hagaru-ri, North Korea, its convoy was ambushed. He was listed as Missing in Action while tending his wounded comrades and was presumed dead on April 14, 1954. His remains were later returned by the North Koreans. Hospital Corpsman Second Class Brown was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Brown, Pvt. Robert J.

Private Brown was a member of the 2nd Motor Transport Company, 2nd Marine Training Regiment taking part in field training exercises at Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base, Oceanside, California. On April 1, 1954, his truck rolled over an embankment killing him. Private Brown was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Bruce, Sgt. Guy Jr.

Sergeant Bruce was a member of Service Company, 1st Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He died from other causes. For his leadership and valor, Sergeant Bruce was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Burns, Sgt. Lester f.

Sergeant Burns was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. He died of other causes on January 16, 1954. Sergeant Burns was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Burton, Capt. Robert H.

Captain Burton was a member of the U.S. Army serving in the United States. He died of other causes on June 15, 1954 at Camp Riley, Minnesota. Captain Burton was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Butler, Pfc. Gerald G.

Private First Class Butler was a member of the 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He died from other causes on October 31, 1954. Private First Class Butler was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Cain, 2Lt Robert Luis Jr.

Second Lieutenant Cain was a platoon leader with Company D, 2nd Engineer Combat Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. On January 12, 1954, he was in charge of a demolition squad clearing a path through a mine field near Igilli, North Korea, when a squad member detonated a mine killing him. Second Lieutenant Cain was awarded the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Cale, Cpl. Ralph Leon

Corporal Cale was a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in North Korea on December 2, 1950. He was presumed dead on January 15, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Cale was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Calloway, Pvt. Robert Gene

Private Calloway was a member of Headquarters Company, 224th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division. On January 12, 1954, he was a passenger in a jeep that hit a land mine near Chorwon, North Korea. Private Calloway was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Campos, Blas Mendoza

Blas was living in Sealy, TX when he entered the service and was a member of Company B, 11th Engineer Combat Battalion, 8th Army. He was standing in the rear of a truck near Chipori, North Korea. It backed up causing him to fall and fracture his skull. He died January 7, 1954.  Corporal Campos was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Carpenter, Cpl. William E.

Corporal Carpenter was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 1st Amphibious Tractor Battalion, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific. He died in Korea from other causes on August 4, 1954. Corporal Carpenter was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Case, 2Lt. Donald Lee

Second Lieutenant Case was a pilot with the 428th Fighter Bomber Squadron, 474th Fighter Bomber Group. On June 11, 1954, he had completed a target towing mission in a F-84 Thunderjet over Taegue, South Korea and dropped his target when his aircraft crashed into a hill. Second Lieutenant Case was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ceasor, Pfc. James

Private First Class Ceasor was a member of the 503rd Field Artillery Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy near Kunu-ri, North Korea on December 1, 1950 and died while a prisoner on April 30, 1954. Private First Class Ceasor was awarded the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Chauvin, AD3 Robert Allan

Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Chauvin was assigned to the Coast Guard Station, Port Angeles, Washington. On January 20, 1954, he was the pilot of a Coast Guard HO4S helicopter on a training flight which crashed in the Port Angeles area killing him and four crewmembers. Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Chauvin was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Clark, Sgt. Luther N.

Sergeant Clark was a member of Headquarters Company, Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on January 19, 1954. Sergeant Clark was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Claussen, Rex

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Connelly, SSgt. Robert Edward

Staff Sergeant Connelly was a member of the 6146th Air Force Advisory Group (ROKAF), 5th Air Force. He was instructing the South Koreans how to install electronics in their aircraft. On April 16, 1954. he was a passenger in an AT-10 returning to base from a mail pickup. The plane struck a guy wire and crashed, killing him and the pilot. Staff Sergeant Connelly was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Conole, S1 Irene Marion

Seaman First Class Conole was a member of the Administration Unit, Patuxent Naval Air Station, Maryland. She died of other causes near Point Lookout, Maryland on May 29, 1954. Seaman First Class Conole was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Corbeil, SN Ivoe F.

During the Korean War, Seaman Corbeil was assigned to a Naval unit in the United States. On July 3, 1954 he accidentally drowned in Santa Monica, California. Seaman Corbeil was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Couch, Pvt. George E.

Private Couch was a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. On February 15, 1954, he was preparing a charge of explosives, when a box of blasting caps exploded near Chogong, South Korea. Private Couch was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Cox, Pfc. Charles

Private First Class Cox was a member of Company K, 3rd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. On March 1, 1954, on his return from a field exercise, he was wading across the Hon-San Chon River near Kwanam-Dong, North Korea with full gear, when he stepped into a hole and was drawn under. Private First Class Cox was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Cox, TSgt. Charles

Technical Sergeant Cox was a member of the 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He died from other causes on November 18, 1954. Technical Sergeant Cox was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Cox, Cpl. Mack Jr.

Corporal Cox was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on September 12, 1954. Corporal Cox was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Cramer, MGEN Kenneth Frank

Major General Cramer was a veteran of World War I and World War II. During the Korean War he commanded the Southern Area Command in Germany. He died of a myocardial infarction while hunting near Heidelberg, Germany on February 20, 1954. For his leadership and valor, Major General Cramer was awarded the Silver Star with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, the Air Medal, the Purple Heart, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal, the World War I Victory Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Crean, MSgt. John T.

Master Sergeant Crean was a veteran of World War II. During the Korean War, he was Stationed in London, England. On March 18, 1954, he died in London of a heart attack. Master Sergeant Crean was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the American Treater of Operations Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Croxford, Sgt. Allen Patrick

Sergeant Croxford was a member of the 630th Ordnance Ammunition Company, U.S. Army. On February 2, 1954, he was driving on an icy road near Sochon-ni, Korea, when his vehicle left the road and landed on its side, killing him. Sergeant Croxford was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Cummings, Cpl. James T.

Corporal Cummings was a member of the Service Battery, 4th Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on March 12, 1954. Corporal Cummings was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Curtis, William J.

Would you have any idea where I may find out information regarding the death of my uncle, William J. Curtis born 02 Jan 1932 in Illinois. He was killed in Korea on April 19, 1954. (I have attached a copy of the death notice) He is not listed on any Korean war casualty list......either hostile or non-hostile. I was five years old when I attended the funeral. He had been shot in the head.  Thanks in advance for your response.

Regards, Tom Mann
Springfield, IL
tom.mann1@comcast.net

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William J. Curtis Dies in Korea - Mr. and Mrs. Charles Curtis, of 1124 E. Jackson St., were notified of the death of their son, A/2C William J. Curtis, who died in Korea Sunday.  A/2C Curtis completed his training at Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming.  He was also at the Laughlin Air Force Base in Texas.

Cutsavage, Sfc. Frank A.

Sergeant First Class Cutsavage was a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. On January 31, 1954, he died from coronary artery disease in Pusan, South Korea. Sergeant First Class Cutsavage was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Dalton, Cpl. Howard Dale

Corporal Dalton was a member of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in South Korea on April 27, 1951. He was presumed dead on January 5, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Corporal Dalton was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Damelio, Cpl. Salvatore

Corporal Damelio had served in the U.S. Army in Korea since June 1953. On May 1, 1954 he was accidentally shot and killed. Corporal Damelio was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Danson, SN Henry

Seaman Danson was a member of the U.S. Navy serving in Korea. He died of other causes on May 6, 1954. Seaman Danson was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Davidowski, MSgt. Chester

Master Sergeant Davidowski was a member of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division. He was seriously wounded by the enemy in South Korea on September 19, 1950 and returned to duty on September 22, 1950. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in North Korea on November 28, 1950. He was presumed dead on January 5, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Master Sergeant Davidowski was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Day, Raymond

Corporal Day was a member of Battery A, 69th Field Artillery Battalion, 25th Infantry Division. He died of other causes on February 28, 1954. Corporal Day was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Dean, Cpl. Joseph James

Corporal Dean was a member of the Arctic Test Branch (OCAFF) at Big Delta Air Force Base, Alaska. On July 15, 1954, he was driving a privately owned vehicle at Big Delta when it overturned killing him. Corporal Dean was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Debaun, Cpl. George Jr.

Corporal Debaun was a member of Company G, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. He was listed as Missing in Action while fighting the enemy in Korea on July 25, 1953. He was presumed dead on July 28, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Debaun was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

DeCamp, Pfc. James Martin

Private First Class De Camp was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 1st Shore Party Battalion, 1st Marine Division. On July 7, 1954, he was assigned to explore Yu-do Island in the demilitarized zone of Korea with four other expert swimmers to determine if there was illegal Communist activity there. When he was found missing he was discovered in two feet of water shot in the back of his head. Private First Class De Camp was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Demoll, SFC Casimer T.

Sergeant First Class Demoll was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. He was seriously wounded by the enemy in South Korea on September 24, 1950 and returned to duty on December 14, 1950. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in South Korea on February 4, 1951. He was presumed dead on March 5, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Sergeant First Class Demoll was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

De Prisco, Pfc. Carmine F. Jr.

Private First Class De Prisco was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class De Prisco was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Dorn, Pfc. William A.

Private First Class Dorn was a member of Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on March 4, 1954. Private First Class Dorn was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Doukas, Sam

Private Doukas was a member of Company B, 4th Signal Battalion, U.S. Army. On February 2, 1954, he was stringing wire from a pole near Yongla-ri, North Korea, when it was hit by a passing truck causing him to fall to his death. Private Doukas was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Dove, Cpl. Leroy J.

Corporal Dove was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 29th Infantry Regimental Combat Team. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy near Hadong, South Korea on July 27, 1950. He was presumed dead on February 24, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Dove was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Du Fort, Charles Richard

Charles Du Fort was a member of the U.S. Air Force serving in Korea. He died of other causes on February 20, 1954. Du Fort was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Dulmes, Pvt. Richard

Private Dulmes was stationed at Camp Matthews, California. On March 27, 1954, he was killed while training at a Marine Corps firing range. Private Dulmes was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Dumas, Cpl. Roger Armand

Corporal Dumas was a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War by the Chinese forces near Anju, North Korea on November 4, 1950. He was at the repatriation point at Panmunjon, but taken away before he was scheduled to be repatriated. He was taken to Camp #5 at Pyoktong, North Korea. He was presumed dead on February 26, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Dumas was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Duncan, SSgt. James Harold

taff Sergeant Duncan was a crew member of a B-29A Superfortress Bomber with the 325th Bomber Squadron, 92nd Bomber Group. On September 9, 1950, while on a bombing mission, his aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire and exploded mid-air near Wolbong-ni, South Korea. Five parachutes were seen. He was taken Prisoner of War and was presumed dead on March 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. Staff Sergeant Duncan was awarded the Air Medal with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Duncan, Robert Rufus

Sergeant Duncan was a member of Company H, 2nd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. On February 9, 1954, he died of carbon monoxide poisoning near Yami-ri, North Korea. Sergeant Duncan was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Eagan, LTC James Keyser

Lieutenant Colonel Eagan was a member of Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in Korea on November 29, 1950 and was declared dead on January 14, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Lieutenant Colonel Eagan was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Eagan, A2 John Joseph

Lieutenant Colonel Eagan was a member of Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in Korea on November 29, 1950 and was declared dead on January 14, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Lieutenant Colonel Eagan was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Eberly, Cpl. Austin Semer

Corporal Eberly was a member of Company M, 3rd Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. On January 23, 1954, he suffocated when he choked on a piece of meat lodged in his windpipe at Koje-do, Korea. Corporal Eberly was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Edens, Maj. Malcolm Brodie

Major Edens was a member of the 18th Fighter Bomber Wing, U.S. Air Force. He was taken Prisoner of War while engaged with the enemy in Korea on March 30, 1953. He was presumed dead on March 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Major Edens was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star, the Air Medal with 8 Oak Leaf Clusters and the Purple Heart, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ellen, 2Lt. Allen B.

On May 24, 1954, the aircraft in which he was flying crashed into a mountainside on Cheju-do Island, Korea, killing him.

Evans, Sgt. Donald

Sergeant Evans was a member of Headquarters Company, 1st Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on June 20, 1954. Sergeant Evans was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Farrell, Pfc. Michael J.

Private First Class Farrell was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Farrell was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fellbaum, Ltc. Lloyd Menefee

Lieutenant Colonel Fellbaum commanded the 7th Transportation Motor Pool, U.S. Army. He developed Laennec's cirrhosis of the liver with bleeding esophageal varius and was evacuated to the 21st Station Hospital, Pusan, South Korea where he died on January 7, 1954. Lieutenant Colonel Fellbaum was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ferrara, Pfc. Charles J.

Private First Class Ferrara was a member of Company A, 519th Military Police Battalion. On February 2, 1954, as he was driving a jeep on an ice covered mountain road 5 miles north of Wonju, South Korea, the jeep slid over an embankment killing him. Private First Class Ferrara was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ferrell, Cpl. Robert Shirley

Corporal Ferrell was a member of Battery A, 503rd Field Artillery Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in South Korea on February 12, 1951. He was presumed dead on January 7, 1954. His remains were recovered on May 13, 1992 and identified on November 7, 2007. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Ferrell was awarded the Purple Heart, the Purple Heart, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fifer, SFC David

Sergeant First Class Fifer was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a member of the 171st Station Hospital, Korea. He died of other causes on February 14, 1954 at Army Camp 3. Sergeant First Class Fifer was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, the Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Korea Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Figueroa, Pvt. Luis

Private Figueroa was a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He died of other causes on February 18, 1954 near Kumhwa, North Korea. Private Figueroa was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fischer, Maj. Frank O.

Major Fischer was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. He died of other causes on February 14, 1954. Major Fischer was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fleitas, TSgt. Antonio J.

Technical Sergeant Fleitas was a member of the 1st Combat Service Group, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on June 26, 1954. Technical Sergeant Fleitas was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Flying Hawk, Pvt. Douglas A.

Private Flying Hawk was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. He died of other causes on July 27, 1954. Private Flying Hawk was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fogle, Cpl. Warnell Alfred

Corporal Fogle was a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. To his friends, he was known as "Dub". He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in South Korea on February 12, 1951. He was presumed dead on January 14, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Fogle was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ford, Pvt. Henry Edsel

Private Ford was from Edgar/Douglas County, Illinois.  His name is not listed on the Department of Defense's list of deaths, but the KWE knows about him.  He was a private in H&S Company, 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion when he died in Korea on April 26, 1954.  He is buried in the Newman Cemetery, Douglas County, Illinois.

Foreman, Pfc. Earl

Private First Class Foreman was a member of Battery C, 90th Field Artillery Battalion, 25th Infantry Division. On January 21, 1954, he died in his sleep from natural causes, an enlarged heart, near Hagongkang, North Korea. Private First Class Foreman was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fossett, SFC Bernice Cecil

Sergeant First Class Fossett was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a member of the 30th Ordnance Heavy Maintenance Company, U.S. Army. On January 17, 1954, he was driving a vehicle near Changdon-ni, North Korea that overturned on a curve killing him. Sergeant First Class Fossett was awarded the Korean Service Medal with 5 bronze stars, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal, the Army of Occupation Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Frederick, Cpl. Howard B.

Corporal Frederick was a member of the Marine Air Group 12, 1st Marine Air Wing. He died from other causes on December 22, 1954. Corporal Frederick was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

French, Pvt. David R.

Private French was a member of the Tank Company, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. He died of other causes near Songjong, North Korea on January 31, 1954. Private French was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fritts, Pfc. Dawsey H.

Private First Class Fritts was a member of Battery D, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on August 1, 1954. Private First Class Fritts was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Fulk, Cpl. Lester Eugene

Corporal Fulk was a member of Company K, 3rd Battalion, 5th Infantry Regimental Combat Team. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy near DT 251-417, North Korea on August 3, 1952. He was presumed dead on February 18, 1954. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Corporal Fulk was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Garrison, Lt. Charles

Lieutenant Garrison was a veteran of World War II, serving in the European and Pacific Theaters. In Korea he was the pilot of a F4U-4 Corsair fighter with Fighter Squadron 114 (884)aboard the aircraft carrier USS BOXER (CV-21). On May 18, 1951, as he was working with a ground controller, his aircraft was hit by small arms fire. He tried to parachute but struck the tail assembly. He landed and was taken prisoner. He was presumed dead on May 24, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Lieutenant Garrison was awarded the Air Medal with 2 Gold Stars, the Purple Heart, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon with Bronze Star, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal and several World War II service medals.

Garza-Gonzalo, Pvt. Ignatius Jr.

Private Garza-Gonzalo was a member of the 25th Military Police Company, 25th Infantry Division. On January 8, 1954, he was in a jeep that overturned near Taegwan-ni, Korea. Private Garza-Gonzalo was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Gessaman, 1Lt. Richard M.

First Lieutenant Gessaman was a member of the 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He died of other causes on August 27, 1954. First Lieutenant Gessaman was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Gillings, Pfc. Richard W.

Private First Class Gillings. was a member of the U.S. Army serving in the United States. He died of other causes on January 10, 1954 at Camp Carson, Colorado. Private First Class Gillings. was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Gilmartin, Sgt. Robert Rufus

Private First Class Gilmartin was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Gilmartin was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Glasser, Sgt. Gerald William

Sergeant Glasser was a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He was seriously wounded by the enemy in South Korea on February 12, 1951 and returned to duty on February 27, 1951. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in South Korea on May 18, 1951. He was presumed dead on March 2, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Sergeant Glasser was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Gomez, Pfc. Felipe C.

Private First Class Gomez was a member of the Marine Fighter Squadron 115, Marine Air Group 33, 1st Marine Air Wing. He died in Korea from other causes on June 25, 1954. Private First Class Gomez was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Goodman, AD3 William James

Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Goodman was assigned to the Coast Guard Station, Port Angeles, Washington. On January 20, 1954, he was the pilot of a Coast Guard HO4S helicopter on a training flight which crashed in the Port Angeles area killing him and four crewmembers. Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Goodman was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Grahl, Pfc. Hans Walter

Private First Class Grahl was a member of the Military Police Company, Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He was taken Prisoner of War while fighting the enemy in Korea on November 29, 1950. He was presumed dead on January 13, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Private First Class Grahl was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Prisoner of War Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Hand, James Frank

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Hanson, Capt. Garland D.

Captain Hanson was a member of the U.S. Air Force serving in the United States. He died of other causes on December 7, 1954 in Michigan. Captain Hanson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Harkenreader, Pfc. Edward

Private First Class Harkenreader was a member of Service Company, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. As a driver for his company commander, on February 19, 1954, he was killed in an vehicular accident. Private First Class Harkenreader was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Hartley, Pvt. Virgil Milton

Private Hartley was a member of the 148th Quartermaster Graves Registration Company, U.S. Army. On March 8, 1954, he was electrocuted when he accidentally touched a high tension line near Wonju, South Korea. Private Hartley was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Haslbeck, Pfc. Donald

Private First Class Haslbeck was a member of the 339th Transportation Heavy Cargo Company, 21st Port, U.S. Army. On February 4, 1954, he drowned when he fell off a barge in Inchon Harbor, South Korea. Private First Class Haslbeck was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Hedlund, 1Lt. Kenneth A.

First Lieutenant Hedlund was a member of Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, 1st Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. First Lieutenant Hedlund was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Helton, John William Jr.

John was living in Kansas City, MO when he enlisted and was a member of Company A, 4th Signal Battalion, U.S. Army. He fell from a signal pole where he was working and was evacuated to the 46th Mobile Army Surgical Unit where he died on January 21, 1954.  Private Helton was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Hermanson, CDR Walter L.

Commander Hermanson was a member of the U.S. Navy serving in the United States. He died of other causes on July 30, 1954 at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Commander Hermanson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Herzberger, AT2 Frederic T.

Aviation Electronics Technician Second Class Herzberger was a member of Utility Squadron Five from Guam. His aircraft was on a routine flight on June 6, 1954 when its engine caught on fire. The plane exploded and crashed into the Sea of Japan. Aviation Electronics Technician Second Class Herzberger was awarded, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Hinnant, Pvt. Charles E.

United States Army Private served with Company M, Third Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division. He was driving a truck 6 miles north of Kapyong, South Korea when it went over an embankment and Charles was killed.  Private Hinnant was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Holle, ADC John W.

Chief Aviation Machinist's Mate Holle was the plane captain of a Lockheed P2V-5 Neptune patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 23, based at Naval Air Station New Brunswick, Maine. On May 7, 1954, the squadron was participating in Exercise ASDEVEX 1-54 from Windsor Field, Nassau. Shortly after takeoff, it crashed into the ocean killing 10 crewmen. Chief Aviation Machinist's Mate Holle was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Holleran, Sgt. Roy Kay

Sergeant Holleran was a member of Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. On January 8, 1954, he was found dead in his bunk at Koje-do, South Korea, from pulmonary edema and asphyxiation from excess alcohol consumption at a party the night before. Sergeant Holleran was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Holmes, SFC Washington

Sergeant First Class Holmes was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 194th Engineer Combat Battalion, U.S. Army. He died of other causes on January 24, 1954. Sergeant First Class Holmes was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Hottinger, Sgt. William Francis

Sergeant Hottinger was a decorated veteran of World War II. In Korea, He was a member of Battery K, 4th Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He was wounded and taken prisoner while fighting the enemy at the Chosin Reservoir, North Korea on November 27, 1950. He was declared dead January 13, 1954. Sergeant Hottinger was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Howey, MSgt. Harold G.

Master Sergeant Howey was a member of the U.S. Army serving in the United States. He died of other causes on May 21, 1954 in Kentucky. Master Sergeant Howey was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Hyatt, Capt. Don Henry

Captain Hyatt was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a crew member of a B-29A Superfortress Bomber with the 325th Bomber Squadron, 92nd Bomber Group. On September 9, 1950, while on a bombing mission, his aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire and exploded mid-air near Wolbong-ni. Five parachutes were seen. He was listed as Missing in Action and was presumed dead on March 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Captain Hyatt was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Bronze Star, the Air Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Jeffries, Lt. George Garfield

USNA Class of 1948, Lieutenant Jeffries was assigned to the Naval Air Station, Kingsville, Texas. On February 19, 1954, he was on a cross country flight when his aircraft developed engine trouble. Although ordered to parachute to safety, he chose to remain aboard and guide his aircraft to avoid injuring the people on the ground. His plane crashed near the city of Lake Charles, Louisiana and he died of his injuries. Lieutenant Jeffries was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Johnson, 1Lt. Robert Irving

First Lieutenant Johnson was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. He died of other causes on April 26, 1954. First Lieutenant Johnson was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Jones, Pvt. John Ben

Private Jones was a member of Battery B, 145th Field Artillery Battalion, U.S. Army. He died of other causes on February 15, 1954 at the 46th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. Private Jones was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Kander, Pfc. Edwin A.

Private First Class Kander was a member of the 470th Engineer Company, assigned at Kaiserslautern, Germany during the Korean War. He was killed during a train wreck on October 2, 1954 in Germany. Private First Class Kander was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Keane, Pfc. John Patrick

Private First Class Keane was a member of Company A, 14th Engineer Combat Battalion. On March 11, 1954, he suffered a heart attack while wrestling near Tokchung, Korea and died. Private First Class Keane was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Kennedy, 2Lt. James

Second Lieutenant Kennedy was a pilot of a F-94 Starfire Fighter-Interceptor, assigned to the 497th Fighter Interceptor Squadron at Portland, Oregon. On January 26, 1954, his aircraft crashed in the suburbs of East Portland. Second Lieutenant Kennedy was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Kiliszewski, AN Joseph A.

Airman Kiliszewski was the second radio operator of a Lockheed P2V-5 Neptune patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 12, based at Naval Air Station New Brunswick, Maine. On May 7, 1954, the squadron was participating in Exercise ASDEVEX 1-54 from Windsor Field, Nassau. Shortly after takeoff, it crashed into the ocean killing 10 crewmen. Airman Kiliszewski was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Killeen, Pfc. Edward M.

Private First Class Killeen was a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on March 4, 1954. Private First Class Killeen was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Kirchgasler, ENS George E.

Ensign Kirchgasler was a member of the U.S. Navy serving in the United States. He died of other causes on April 22, 1954 in San Diego, California. Ensign Kirchgasler was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Kolbeck, Cpl. Sylvester Bernard

Corporal Kolbeck was a member of the U.S. Army serving in the United States. On August 16, 1954, he died from an electric shock at O'Brien near Seattle, Washington. Corporal Kolbeck was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Kovarik, HM2 Stephen John

Hospital Corpsman Second Class Kovarik was assigned to Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Hospital Corpsman Second Class Kovarik was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Krueger, 1LT Burdell Merle

First Lieutenant Krueger was assigned to Flight School at San Marcus Air Force Base. On October 30, 1954, he was en route to San Marcus when he was killed in an auto accident at Gainsville, Texas. First Lieutenant Krueger was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Lacke, 2Lt. James Edward

Second Lieutenant Lacke was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a pilot of a AD-2 Skyraider fighter the Marine Fighter Squadron 121, Marine Air Group 12, 1st Marine Air Wing, based at Pyongtaek Airfield (K-6). On September 21, 1954, he was on a training flight when his aircraft's wing severed causing the plane to crash. Second Lieutenant Lacke was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

La Preese, 2Lt. Eugene R.

Second Lieutenant La Preese was a member of the 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He died from other causes on October 19, 1954. Second Lieutenant La Preese was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Le Duc, DC3 Raymond Benoit

Damage Controlman Third Class Le Duc was a member of the U.S. Navy serving in Korea. He died of other causes on February 20, 1954. Damage Controlman Third Class Le Duc was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Lepard, AD3 Gerald P.

Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Lepard was the second mechanic of a Lockheed P2V-5 Neptune patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 23, based at Naval Air Station New Brunswick, Maine. On May 7, 1954, the squadron was participating in Exercise ASDEVEX 1-54 from Windsor Field, Nassau. Shortly after takeoff, it crashed into the ocean killing 10 crewmen. Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Lepard was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Littleford, AD3 Dale Richard

Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Littleford was assigned to the Coast Guard Station, Port Angeles, Washington. On January 20, 1954, he was the pilot of a Coast Guard HO4S helicopter on a training flight which crashed in the Port Angeles area killing him and four crewmembers. Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Littleford was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Lunsford, 2Lt. James Walter

Second Lieutenant Lunsford, "JW", was a the instructor navigator of a B-26 Invader bomber with the 8th Bomber Squadron, 3rd Bomber Group stationed at Kunsan Airfield (K-8), South Korea. At 11:25 p.m. on April 6, 1954, his aircraft was returning from a reconnaissance mission, it disappeared from radar. He was listed as Missing in Action while participating in aerial support over Korea. He was presumed dead on April 12, 1954, when his aircraft could not be found. Second Lieutenant Lunsford was awarded the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Lynn, LTC. Frank Wisner

Lieutenant Colonel Lynn was a veteran of World War II. After the Korean War, he was a member of the Medical Corps with the Military Assistance Advisory Group, Formosa. On September 3, 1954, he was serving as an advisor to the Republic of China on Quemoy Island, when it came under fire from the Chinese mainland. He was killed from shell fragments. Lieutenant Colonel Lynn was awarded the Purple Heart, the National Defense Service Medal, the American Campaign Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Madison, Pfc. Robert Lee Henry

Private First Class Madison was a member of Company A, 728th Military Police Battalion. He died of other causes on May 9, 1954 near Yongdungpo, Korea. Private First Class Madison was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Mahalak, Pfc. Joseph

Private First Class Mahalak was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Mahalak was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Manor, Capt. Harold W.

Captain Manor was a pilot of a F-86 Sabrejet Fighter Bomber with the 4709th Air Defense Wing at McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey. On January 26, 1954, his aircraft engine failed on take off from McGuire. He ejected but his parachute failed to open. Captain Manor was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Manthei, A2 Harold Erlin

During the Korean War, Airman Second Class Manthei served with the U.S. Air Force in the United States. On January 1, 1954, he was killed in an automobile accident. Airman Second Class Manthei was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Martin, Lt. Frank

Lieutenant Martin was the pilot of a F4U-4 Corsair fighter with Fighter Squadron 871 aboard the carrier USS PRINCETON (CV-37). On July 18, 1951, during a napalm run against enemy forces ten miles northeast of Kumhwa, Korea, his aircraft failed to pull-up in time, crashed below the crest of a ridge and burned. He was listed as Missing in Action and was presumed dead on May 21, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Lieutenant Martin was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal, the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Martin, LTJG William H.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Martin was the patrol plane commander of a Lockheed P2V-5 Neptune patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 23, based at Naval Air Station New Brunswick, Maine. On May 7, 1954, the squadron was participating in Exercise ASDEVEX 1-54 from Windsor Field, Nassau. Shortly after takeoff, it crashed into the ocean killing 10 crewmen. Lieutenant Junior Grade Martin was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Mazur, Capt. Mortimer

Captain Mazur was a member of the 1st Marine Photo Squadron. He died of other causes in Korea on May 6, 1954. Captain Mazur was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

McBride, SSgt. William M.

Staff Sergeant McBride was a member of Marine Refueling Squadron 152, 1st Marine Air Division. On June 4, 1954, he was on a Fairchild C-119 Flying Boxcar, when it crashed off the coast of Korea. Staff Sergeant McBride was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

McBurrows, Pvt. George

Private McBurrows was a member of Company A, 185th Engineer Combat Battalion, U.S. Army. He developed bronchopneumonia and died at Tongmun-ni, South Korea on February 2, 1954. Private McBurrows was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

McCarthy, Cpl. Leonard J.

Ensign McCarthy was a crew member of a Martin PBM-5S2 Mariner patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 47, based at Naval Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. On June 9, 1954, the aircraft was enroute from Japan to Hong Kong when it struck the top of a mountain at Yaku Shims Island, Japan. All 17 personnel were killed. Ensign McCarthy was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

McClellan, Pfc. Roscoe

Private First Class McClellan was a member of the Service Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He died of other causes on February 6, 1954 at the 44th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. Private First Class McClellan was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

McIntyre, 1Lt. Theodore F.X.

First Lieutenant McIntyre was a member of Company D, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. First Lieutenant McIntyre was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

McPherson, Cpl. Alexander R.

Corporal McPherson was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Germany. He died of other causes on September 10, 1954. Corporal McPherson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

McRoberts, Cpl. Melvin Laverne

Corporal McRoberts was a member of the U.S. Army serving in the United States. He died of cancer at Fitzsimmons Army Hospital, Denver, Colorado on November 10, 1954 at Denver, Colorado. Corporal McRoberts was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Medbery, Pfc. Clinton Irvin

Private First Class Medbery was a member of the 89th Engineer Fire Fighter Company, U.S. Army. On March 16, 1954, he was killed when his fire truck overturned at Chunchon, South Korea. Private First Class Medbery was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Meeker, Pfc. Donald L.

Private First Class Meeker was a member of Company D, 1st Battalion, 504th Infantry Regiment. On July 22, 1954, he was killed when a private vehicle he was riding in went off the road and hit a tree near Lunenburg, Massachusetts. Private First Class Meeker was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Meiswinkel, Cpl. Richard M.

Corporal Meiswinkel was a member of the 1st Marine Division. He died of other causes in Korea on February 5, 1954. Corporal Meiswinkel was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Mendendorp, LTC Alfred

Lieutenant Colonel Mendendorp served with the U.S. Army in Korea. He was Killed in Action while fighting the enemy in Korea on September 3, 1954. Lieutenant Colonel Mendendorp was awarded the Purple Heart, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean Defense Service Medal.

Mennig, 1Lt. George H. Jr.

First Lieutenant Mennig was a member of the 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He died from other causes on November 26, 1954. First Lieutenant Mennig was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Merkett, 2Lt. Eugene (Gene) DeF Jr.

On May 24, 1954, the aircraft in which he was flying crashed into a mountainside on Cheju-do Island, Korea, killing him. Born January 22, 1932, he is buried in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington, West Virginia.

Gene graduated from Nitro High School, Nitro, West Virginia in 1949. He attended the Cincinnati College of Music and Carnegie Tech. He was a skilled musician and played with the Charleston (WV) Symphony Orchestra at the age of 14. He enlisted in the USAF in December 1951 and was commissioned in August 1953.  The only known relatives still living are his aunt, Devonna Moore and her daughter Anna and children. They all reside in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Michalski, Maj. Aaron J.

Major Michalski was a veteran of World War II. During the Korean War, he was assign to Fort San Houston, Texas. On April 4, 1954, he died from a brain tumor at the Brook Army Hospital in Fort San Houston, Texas. Major Michalski was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Miramontes, Pvt. Danny N.

Private Miramontes was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. He died of other causes on January 2, 1954. Private Miramontes was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Mitchell, MSgt. James P.

Master Sergeant Mitchell was a veteran of World War II. He also served in Korea during the war. While serving in Germany, he died of a coronary thrombosis at a hospital in Le Harve, France on June 1, 1954. Master Sergeant Mitchell was awarded the European Theater Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, the Korean Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal.

Monroe, Cpl. Henry

Corporal Monroe was a member of Company A, 14th Engineer Combat Battalion. On January 29, 1954 at CS-282837, Korea, he was working with a power saw, when a section of wood flew from the blade and fatally struck him on the chest. Corporal Monroe was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Moran, Sgt. Leonard

Sergeant Moran was a veteran of the Korean War. Upon his return to the U.S., he was assign as an instructor at the Recruit Training Battalion at Fort Dix, New Jersey. On January 8, 1964, he was teaching a trainee to throw a live hand grenade. The grenade fell back into the trainees pit and Sergeant Moran fell upon it to save the trainee's life. Sergeant Moran was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Morgan, William Edgar

Private Morgan was a member of the 7th Military Police Company, 7th Infantry Division. He died of other causes on April 14, 1954. [KWE Note: "Other Causes" as the government states?  Indeed!  William was killed by gunshot wounds inflicted by an unknown person while he was on patrol duty.]  Private Morgan was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Morelli, Paul

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Mowers, Sgt. Ernest H.

Sergeant Mowers was assigned to the Schools Troops Unit, Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Virginia serving in the officers' candidate program. On January 23, 1954, he was killed when his automobile was struck by a railroad train at Quantico. Sergeant Mowers was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Mroseske, Pfc. William J.

Private First Class Mroseske was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Mroseske was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Mulford, Stanley

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Neilan, Pvt. Edward Joseph

Private Neilan was a member of the 508th Quartermaster Salvage Company, U.S. Army. He was struck by a vehicle while crossing a road and was taken to the 121st Evacuation Hospital where he died on February 8, 1954. Private Neilan was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Nelson, Capt. Rupert Harold

Captain Nelson was a pilot of a F4U-4 Corsair fighter with the Marine Fighter Squadron 212, Marine Air Group 12, 1st Marine Air Wing. On June 4, 1954, he was on a Fairchild C-119 Flying Boxcar, when it crashed off the coast of South Korea. Captain Nelson was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Nelson, Pvt. Tiffany Earl

Private Nelson was a member of the 501st Transportation Harbor Craft Company. On January 3, 1954, he fell into a drydock in the Daehan Shipyard near Yondo, South Korea. Private Nelson was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Nicholson, 1Lt. Joe Sidney

First Lieutenant Nicholson was a member of Headquarters Company, 279th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division. On January 12, 1954, he died in a plane crash at Anpyong-ni, North Korea. First Lieutenant Nicholson was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Norman, Pfc. Conrad W.

Private First Class Norman was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He died from other causes on September 11, 1954. Private First Class Norman was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Obert, Pfc. Donald C.

Private First Class Obert was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Obert was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Oedsma, Pfc. John G.

Private Oedsma was a member of Company B, 704th Tank Battalion, 4th Armored Division stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas. On November 24, 1954, he was killed in a training accident. Private Oedsma was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Oesterling, Pfc. Glenn Bernard

Private First Class Oesterling was a member of Battery A, 68th Anti-Aircraft Artillery (Automatic Weapons) Battalion. He died of other causes on February 22, 1954 near Yongsajong, Korea. Private First Class Oesterling was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Olson, AT3 Albert J.

Aviation Electronics Technician Third Class Olson was the flight deck technician of a Lockheed P2V-5 Neptune patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 12, based at Naval Air Station New Brunswick, Maine. On May 7, 1954, the squadron was participating in Exercise ASDEVEX 1-54 from Windsor Field, Nassau. Shortly after takeoff, it crashed into the ocean killing 10 crewmen. Aviation Electronics Technician Third Class Olson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Ortman, CDR Paul Arthur

Commander Ortman a veteran of World War II. During the Korean War, he was a was the executive officer of the Coast Guard Ship Westwind. On June 26, 1954, he was riding as an observer in the ship's HLT-1 helicopter, when it crashed on ice floes in Baltic Bay, Greenland. Commander Ortman was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Coast Guard Arctic Service Medal.

Oyler, Capt. Ernest Renwick

Captain Oyler was a crew member of a B-29A Superfortress Bomber with the 325th Bomber Squadron, 92nd Bomber Group. On September 9, 1950, while on a bombing mission, his aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire and exploded mid-air near Wolbong-ni. Five parachutes were seen. He was listed as Missing in Action and was presumed dead on March 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. For his leadership and valor, Captain Oyler was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Pels, 1Lt. John M.

Lieutenant Pels was a member of the 1st Marine Division serving in Korea. He was Wounded in Action while fighting the enemy in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) of Korea and died from those wounds on December 27, 1954. First Lieutenant Pels was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean Defense Service Medal.

Penaranda, SFC Gabriel Viray

Sergeant First Class Penaranda was a member of the 8202nd Army Unit, Korean Military Assistance Group (KMAG). On March 7, 1954, he was killed while hunting near Kwajung-po Lake, South Korea when he stepped on a land mine. Sergeant First Class Penaranda was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Perkins, Pfc. John O.

Private First Class Perkins was assigned to the Schools Troops Unit, Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Virginia serving in the officers' candidate program. On January 23, 1954, his automobile was struck by a railroad train at Quantico and he died February 7, 1954. Private First Class Perkins was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Phair, Sgt. Ronald

Sergeant Phair was a tank commander with the Tank Company, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. On March 25, 1954, he was on patrol duty when his tank struck a mine, killing the entire crew. Sergeant Phair was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Phillips, Pfc. Billy L.

Private First Class Phillips was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Phillips was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Piilola, Pfc. Edmund A.

Private First Class Piilola was a member of Service Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He died of other causes on January 1, 1954 near Yujong, North Korea. Private First Class Piilola was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Pillow, Maj. James Henry

Major Pillow was a member of Headquarters, 8201st Civilian Supply (Army Unit). He died of other causes on February 3, 1954 at the supply compound, Pusan, South Korea. Major Pillow was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Pinkston, Sgt. Wesley L.

Sergeant Pinkston was a member of Company B, 79th Engineer Construction Battalion. He died of other causes on January 4, 1954 in Seoul South Korea. Sergeant Pinkston was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Palombini, AD3 Pete Anthony

Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Palombini was assigned to the Coast Guard Station, Port Angeles, Washington. On January 20, 1954, he was the pilot of a Coast Guard HO4S helicopter on a training flight which crashed in the Port Angeles area killing him and four crewmembers. Aviation Machinist's Mate Third Class Palombini was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Prael, Fredric

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Presutti, A1C Patrick J.

Airman First Class Presutti was stationed at Travis Air Force Base, California. On February 12, 1954, he did in an automobile accident near Vallejo, California. Airman First Class Presutti was awarded the Army Occupation Medal (Germany) and the National Defense Service Medal.

Pretsch, 2Lt. John Wilfred

Second Lieutenant Pretsch was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. He died of other causes on March 11, 1954 near Yani-ri, North Korea. Second Lieutenant Pretsch was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Pyatt, Pfc. Lowell H.

Private First Class Pyatt was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on March 4, 1954. Private First Class Pyatt was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Raby, CWO2 Lawrence

Chief Warrant Officer Second Class Raby was a member of the U.S. Army serving in the United States. He died of other causes on April 26, 1954 at Willow Lake, South Dakota. Chief Warrant Officer Second Class Raby was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Ramo, Pvt. Esset

Private Ramo was a member of Headquarters Company, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. He developed granulocytopenia and was taken to the 121st Evacuation Hospital where he died on March 16, 1954. Private Ramo was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Rash, Pfc. Wilburn H.

Private First Class Rash was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Rash was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ray, Pfc. Edward

Private First Class Ray was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division, serving in Korea. He died from other causes on August 31, 1954. Private First Class Ray was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Reid, 2Lt. J.A.

Second Lieutenant Reid was a radar observer aboard a F-94 Starfire Fighter Interceptor with the 497th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron. at Portland, Oregon. On January 26, 1954, his aircraft crashed in the suburbs of East Portland. Second Lieutenant Reid was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Rensink, Lloyd

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Rhodes, Pfc. George William

Private First Class Rhodes was a member of the Medium Tank Company, 223rd Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division. On February 18, 1954, he was killed when the vehicle in which he was riding overturned near Chorwon, North Korea. Private First Class Rhodes was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Ricks, Pfc. James Robert

Private First Class Ricks was a member of the 396th Transportation Truck Company, 55th Transportation Truck Battalion. On February 9, 1954, as his vehicle was being tower 14 miles south of Kapyong, South Korea, it overturned and killed him. Private First Class Ricks was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.

Robertson, Sgt. Clyde W.

Sergeant Robertson was a member of the U.S. Army serving in the United States. He died of other causes on September 9, 1954 at Mitchell, South Dakota. Sergeant Robertson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Rombalski, Cpl. Roy

Private Oedsma was a member of Company B, 704th Tank Battalion, 4th Armored Division stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas. On November 24, 1954, he was killed in a training accident. Private Oedsma was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Roybal, Pvt. Eugene E.

Private Roybal was a member of the 1st Marine Division. He died of other causes in Korea on March 22, 1954. Private Roybal was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Salerno, Pvt. Joseph P.

Private Salerno was a member of the 43rd Infantry Division, Seventh Army in Augsburg, Germany. He had been at his station for three months when he died of other causes in his barracks in Augsburg. Private Salerno was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Sands, A1C Paul Edward

Airman First Class Sands was a member of the 1st Radio Squadron, 6920th Security Group, U.S. Air Force, stationed at Misawa Air Force Base, Japan. On January 11, 1954, he was accidentally electrocuted by his defective personal radio. Airman First Class Sands was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.

Sangwin, Cpl. Robert D.

Corporal Sangwin was a member of Company A, 519th Military Police Battalion. He was injured in a vehicle accident on an icy hill and taken to the 11th Evacuation Hospital where he died on February 2, 1954. Corporal Sangwin was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Sauls, MSgt. Wade Hampton Jr.

Master Sergeant Sauls was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a medic with the Medical Company, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. With a history of angina, he suffered a cardiac infarction and was evacuated to the 21st Station Hospital where he died on February 22, 1954. Master Sergeant Sauls was awarded the Combat Medical Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Saunders, 2Lt. Maurice M.

Second Lieutenant Saunders was a member of the U.S. Air Force serving in the United States. He died of other causes on January 16, 1954 at Donelson, Tennessee. Second Lieutenant Saunders was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Schafer, Pfc. Stanton Mayer

Private First Class Schafer was a member of the 40th Military Police Company, 40th Infantry Division. He contracted hemorrhagic fever and was evacuated to the 48th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital where he died on January 9, 1954. Private First Class Schafer was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Schmieding, Pfc. John I.

Private First Class Schmieding was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Japan. He died of other causes on May 15, 1954. Private First Class Schmieding was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Scott, Pvt. Ike Jr.

Private Scott he was a member of the 703nd Ordnance Maintenance Company, 3rd Infantry Division. On February 28, 1954, while crossing a river near Yong Pyong, North Korea, he was swept away and drowned. Private Scott was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Scott, A2 John Joseph Jr.

Airman Second Class Scott was a member of the U.S. Navy serving in Korea. He died of other causes on September 16, 1954. Airman Second Class Scott was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Scurr, Capt. Kenneth Russell Jr.

USMA Class of 1945, Captain Scurr was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a member of the 5th Light Aviation Section, U.S. Army. Later he was assigned to the Army Aviation Section, Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. On August 25, 1954, he was killed in a Helicopter crash. For his leadership and valor, Captain Scurr was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star with "V", the Air Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Smyda, 1Lt. Joseph

First Lieutenant Smyda was a veteran of World War II, serving in Europe. During the Korean War, he was a radar observer in a Fighter Jet Interceptor Squadron based at Moody Air Force Base, Valdosta, Georgia. On January 15, 1954, he was on a training flight and his aircraft crashed into a swamp near Tallahassee, Florida, Killing him. First Lieutenant Smyda was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, European Theater of Operations Ribbon and the World War II Victory Medal.

Spicklemier, Gordon

On 4 January 1954, a US Navy P2V-5 Neptune (BuNo 127752) of VP-2 departed NAS Iwakuni in Japan and headed toward the west coast of Korea. The flight continued north across the Korean DMZ, then along the North Korean coast to the coast of China before turning south. After reporting engine difficulties, the aircraft head towards the K-13 base at Suwan. The engine difficulties might have been a result of a hostile attack on the Neptune. The aircraft reached the vicinity of K-13 before crashing, possibly the result of an additional attack by a US Navy AD-4B Skyraider on night patrol. The crew of Jesse Beasley, Fredric Prael, Rex Claussen, Gordon Spicklemier, Lloyd Rensink, Bruce Berger, James Hand, Robert Archbold, Stanley Mulford and Paul Morelli were all killed.

Sergeant, Pfc. Robert Duane

Private First Class Sergeant was a member of the 999th Field Artillery Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division. On February 22, 1954, he was killed by a sniper's gunshot wound to his neck in the Yonchion Sector of Saemgl, North Korea. Private First Class Sergeant was awarded the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Skiff, Cpl. Alfred James Jr.

Corporal Skiff was a member of Company C, 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion, 24th Infantry Division. On January 11, 1954, he was killed when his bull dozer struck an enemy mine near Masan, Korea. Corporal Skiff was awarded the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Skinner, Pfc. Ervin Samuel

Private First Class Skinner was a member of Company F, 2nd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. He died of other causes on March 15, 1954 during a training exercise at the Inge area on Korea. Private First Class Skinner was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Skinner, Pfc. Lewis F.

Private First Class Skinner was a member of Company D, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on March 4, 1954. Private First Class Skinner was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Slattery, Pfc. Thomas J.

Private First Class Slattery was a member of the 212nd Military Police Company serving at the Demilitarized Zone in Korea. He was on patrol near the DMZ at 3:00 am on February 2, 1954, when his jeep skidded off an ice covered timber trestle bridge and fell thirty feet to the ground causing a fatal head injury. Private First Class Slattery was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Smith, A1 Howard Lincoln

Airman First Class Smith was a member of the 805th Motor Vehicular Squadron, U.S. Air Force. He died of other causes on June 15, 1954. Airman First Class Smith was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Smith, Cpl. Clarence

Private First Class Smith was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Smith was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Smith, Pfc. Samuel A.

Private First Class Smith was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Smith was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Smith, Cpl. Walter Cooper

Corporal Smith was a member of Headquarters Battery, 204th Field Artillery Battalion, U.S. Army. On February 22, 1954, he as killed when his tent caught on fire as he slept. Corporal Smith was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Smyda, 1Lt. Joseph

First Lieutenant Smyda was a veteran of World War II, serving in Europe. During the Korean War, he was a radar observer in a Fighter Jet Interceptor Squadron based at Moody Air Force Base, Valdosta, Georgia. On January 15, 1954, he was on a training flight and his aircraft crashed into a swamp near Tallahassee, Florida, Killing him. First Lieutenant Smyda was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, European Theater of Operations Ribbon and the World War II Victory Medal.

Sparks, AEM1C Fred M.

Aviation Electronics Man First Class Sparks was the radio operator of a Lockheed P2V-5 Neptune patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 23, based at Naval Air Station New Brunswick, Maine. On May 7, 1954, the squadron was participating in Exercise ASDEVEX 1-54 from Windsor Field, Nassau. Shortly after takeoff, it crashed into the ocean killing 10 crewmen. Aviation Electronics Man First Class Sparks was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Spence, Maj. Marvin James

Major Spence was a crew member of a B-29A Superfortress Bomber with the 325th Bomber Squadron, 92nd Bomber Group. On September 9, 1950, while on a bombing mission, his aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire and exploded mid-air near Wolbong-ni. Five parachutes were seen. He was listed as Missing in Action and was presumed dead on March 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Major Spence was awarded the Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Starr, Pvt. John Joseph Jr.

Private Starr was a member of Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division. He died of other causes on February 12, 1954 at Padaf-gol, North Korea. Private Starr was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Statt, Cpl. John P.

Corporal Staat was a member of Headquarters Company, Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on September 30, 1954. Corporal Staat was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Stein, Pfc. Gerald

Private First Class Stein was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Stein was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

St. Louis, 2Lt. Joseph R.

Second Lieutenant St. Louis was a pilot of a AD-2 Skyraider fighter the Marine Fighter Squadron 121, Marine Air Group 12, 1st Marine Air Wing. He died of other causes on March 24, 1954. Second Lieutenant St. Louis was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal

Stoll, Cpl. John Richard

Corporal Stoll was a member of Company A, 13th Engineer Combat Battalion, 7th Infantry Division. On January 7, 1954, his truck overturned ascending an icy hill near Sam Jang-ni, North Korea. Corporal Stoll was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Stoneking, Cpl. Clarence D.

Corporal Stoneking was a member of the 1st Combat Service Group, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on January 10, 1954. Corporal Stoneking was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Storm, Lt. Wallace Ray

Lieutenant Storm was a veteran of World War II. During the Korean War, he was a pilot of a "Banshee" all weather night fighter aboard the attack carrier USS WASP (CVA-18) operating in the ocean near Formosa. On January 23, 1954, his landing gear failed as he landed and his aircraft crashed killing him. Lieutenant Storm was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the American Theater of Operations Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Stribling, Pfc. Edward

Private First Class Stribling was a member of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on March 4, 1954. Private First Class Stribling was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Strohmeyer, HM3 Paul David

Hospital Corpsman Third Class Strohmeyer was a Naval medic serving with the 1st Marine Division. He was listed as Missing in Action while tending his wounded comrades in Korea early in the war. He was presumed dead on August 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Hospital Corpsman Third Class Strohmeyer was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Sullivan, Pfc. Charles Patrick

Private First Class Sullivan was a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. He was listed as Missing in Action while defending his position at "Pork Chop Hill", North Korea on July 4, 1953. He was presumed dead on July 5, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Private First Class Sullivan was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Swain, Sfc. Robert Harvey

Sergeant First Class Swain was a member of Company C, 712th Transportation Railroad Operation Battalion, U.S. Army. He died of other causes on January 2, 1954 at Changyongi, South Korea Sergeant First Class Swain was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Swihart, Cpl. Joseph Charles

Corporal Swihart was a member of Company D, 2nd Engineer Combat Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. On January 12, 1954, he was killed by mine fragments while he was clearing a friendly mine field near Igilli, North Korea. Corporal Swihart was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Taylor, Carl E.

Private First Class Taylor was a member of 1st Marine Division. He died of other causes in Korea on January 6, 1954. Private First Class Taylor was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Taylor, Pfc. Grover C. Jr.

Private First Class Taylor was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Taylor was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Teifer, LTJG Donald George

Lieutenant Junior Grade Teifer was a crew member of a PBM-5S Catalina patrol bomber with Advance Training Unit 700, based at Corpus Cristie, Texas. On May 5, 1954, the aircraft was on a navigation training flight when it crashed 120 miles southwest of Brownsville, Texas near Carricitos, Tamaulipas, Mexico, killing 10 crewmen. Lieutenant Junior Grade Teifer was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Terwilliger, 2Lt Harold L.

Second Lieutenant Terwilliger was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps serving in the United States. He died of other causes on December 15, 1954 at Jacksonville, Florida. Second Lieutenant Terwilliger was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Thomas, Pfc. Clifford E.

Private First Class Thomas was a member of Headquarters Company, 5th Infantry Regimental Combat Team. He died of other causes on February 1, 1954 near Poehon, North Korea. Private First Class Thomas was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Thomas, 1Lt Joe Cleveland

Lt. Joe Cleveland Thomas, 23, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Thomas of 112 Beechwood Avenue, was fatally injured in a plane crash in Korea January 12. His light observation plane crashed into the side of a mountain on a flight to Seoul January 10 and he received serious injuries which proved fatal two days later.

Lt. Thomas was a native of Greenville and was a son of C. C. and Zula Foister Thomas. He was educated in the local schools and graduated from Greenville High School in the Class of 1946, after which he attended Furman University for three years. For two years while he was a student at Furman, he was also an announcer for Radio Station WMRC. He entered service November 28, 1950 and took his basic training at Ft. Jackson. He received his commission November 2, 1951 at Fort Riley, Kansas and March 14, 1953 graduated from the Liaison Pilot Training School at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Since April 21, 1953, he had been serving as an L-19 pilot in Korea.  He was a member of the East Park Baptist Church.

Tinney, ENS John C.

Ensign Tinney was the navigator of a Lockheed P2V-5 Neptune patrol bomber with Patrol Squadron 23, based at Naval Air Station New Brunswick, Maine. On May 7, 1954, the squadron was participating in Exercise ASDEVEX 1-54 from Windsor Field, Nassau. Shortly after takeoff, it crashed into the ocean killing 10 crewmen. Ensign Tinney was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Tobin, Cpl. Roy J.

Corporal Tobin was a member of Company B, 1st Amphibian Tractor Battalion, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific. He died in Korea from other causes on March 4, 1954. Corporal Tobin was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Turner, Pfc. Harold A. Jr.

Private First Class Turner served with the 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment during the Korean War. He was Wounded in Action while fighting the enemy in North Korea on July 20, 1953 and returned to duty on October 29, 1953. He died of other causes on April 28, 1954. Private First Class Turner was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Urban, AT2 Stanley Casimer

Aviation Electronics Technician Second Class Urban was a radioman at Ilazuke Air Base, Japan during the Korean War. He died of injuries suffered in an air crash near Ashiya Air Force Base, Japan on February 5, 1954.

Vildrine, Pfc. Jakie Joseph

Private First Class Vidrine was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division, serving in Korea. He died from other causes on September 5, 1954. Private First Class Vidrine was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Walters, Cpl. Claude

Corporal Walters was a member of the 3rd Transportation Amphibious Truck Company, U.S. Army. On January 22, 1954, he was dispatched to get petroleum in an amphibious carrier in Inchon Harbor and never returned. Corporal Walters was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Ward, Pfc. Robert

Private First Class Ward was a crew member of a F4U Corsair fighter with the Marine Fighter Squadron 311, Marine Air Group 33, 1st Marine Air Wing. He died in Korea from other causes on January 19, 1954. Private First Class Ward was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Warren, Sgt. David Lee

Sergeant Warren was a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 79th Engineer Construction Battalion, U.S. Army. On February 16, 1954, he was working on a metal ladder when it fell on a high power line and electrocuted him at Sinkong-Dok, South Korea. Sergeant Warren was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Waterloo, Cpl. Paul

Corporal Waterloo was a member of the Support Company, 1st Service Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on January 10, 1954. Corporal Waterloo was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Wells, Pfc. Lawrence A.

Private First Class Wells was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Wells was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Wesp, SFC Floyd E.

Sergeant First Class Wesp was a veteran of World War II. He served two tours in Korea as an ammunition supply sergeant in an infantry division. He was about to go home from Ft. Hood, Texas when he suffered a heart attack and died. For his leadership and valor, Sergeant First Class Wesp was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Korea War Service Medal the European Theater of Operations Medal, the World War II Victory Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal (Japan).

White, Pfc. Roy J.

Private First Class White was a member of Company H, 2nd Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. A falling rock hit him on the head, killing him on January 13, 1954 at "Artillery Hill", North Korea. Private First Class White was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Wilson, Cpl. Donald J.

During the Korean War, Corporal Wilson was assigned to the 3657th Ordinance Company at Ft. Benning, Georgia, On April 21, 1954, he was at Camp Mackall, North Carolina participating in "Operation Flash Burn". As he was drilling a Well, the pipe he held touched an electric power line killing him. Corporal Wilson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Williamson, TSgt. Kenneth Eugene

Technical Sergeant Williamson was a crew member of a B-29A Superfortress Bomber with the 325th Bomber Squadron, 92nd Bomber Group. On September 9, 1950, while on a bombing mission, his aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire and exploded mid-air near Wolbong-ni. Five parachutes were seen. He was listed as Missing in Action and was presumed dead on March 31, 1954. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. Technical Sergeant Williamson was awarded the Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Woodell, Pfc. Preston B.

Private First Class Woodell was a member of Headquarters Company, 1st Service Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He died in Korea from other causes on January 25, 1954. Private First Class Woodell was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Zamora, Pfc. Rogelio M.

Private First Class Zamora was a member of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. He died of other causes on January 19, 1954. Private First Class Zamora was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Zapata, Pfc. Joseph F.

Enrique was living in Lopeno, TX when he entered the service and was a member of Battery A, 9th Field Artillery Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division. On January 27, 1954, he died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound at Chorwon, North Korea. Private First Class Zapata was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Zielinski, Pfc. Paul M.

Private First Class Zielinski was a member of Company D, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Zielinski was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.

Zimmer, Cpl. Francis Xavier

Corporal Zimmer was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps serving in the United States. On January 4, 1954, he drowned in a taxi cab near Treasure Island, San Francisco Bay, California. Corporal Zimmer was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

Zurovetz, PFC Albert I.

Private First Class Zurovetz was a member of Company G, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. On January 21, 1954 while participating in the movement of 14,000 Chinese ex-prisoners of war to Formosa, he was aboard Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM 5195). It collided with Landing Ship Tank (LST 456) in Inchon Harbor, South Korea causing his craft to overturn. He and 27 other Marines perished. Private First Class Zurovetz was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.