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AAGARD, Eugene J. 81st Division, 322nd Regiment. He was a Technical Sergeant when he was wounded on Anguar. He was eventually promoted to First Sergeant. He was the recipient of the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. He resides in Levan. UT.
+ AASHEIM, Raymond, PFC and machine gunner. Company A, 1st Bn, 1st Marines. He was killed in action at Peleliu on September 17, 1944. Raymond also served in combat at Cape Gloucester in the New Britain Islands. His remains were returned to the U.S. in 1950 and he is buried in the McCallsburg Cemetery in McCallsburg, IA. His brother Les would appreciate any correspondence or information from anyone who served with Raymond either at Cape Gloucester or Peleliu in Company A of the 1st Battalion of the 1st Marines. His email address is uffdameg@aol.com
ABBOTT, Clarence Jr. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
ABEL, Charles I. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
ABERNETHY, Felix B. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
ABRAHAMSON, Rolland G. - Cpl - A Co. 3rd Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
ABREU, Joseph F. Abreu. 81st "Wildcat" Division. Lives in Massachusetts. Family contact: jabreu@adelphia.net
ACHILLES, Lloyd W. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* ACKERMANN, George W., Corporal. 6th AMTRAK USMC. Was wounded and recieved purple heart on Peleliu. aggro@earthlink.net
ACKERSON, Leonard C. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
ADAMS, Douglas W. of Georgia. Weapons CO, 5th Regiment, 1st Marines.
ADAMS, George Lee - SGT - USMC Infantry Division attached to VMF-121, Air Group 11. - Now deceased.
*ADAMS, Ralph N. of Virginia. Rifleman C15 CO, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 5th Regiment. ElsieAdams@area-net.co
ADZICK, Mike, Sgt. Marine Air Wing. Mike died shortly after the war from cancer. His nephew would be most pleased to hear from anyone who knew Mike. AGlogovac@aol.com
AGNONE, Anthony Robert, Corporal. 1st Marine Division, 1st BN, 1st Platoon. Family contact: Dmarosezzz@aol.com
* AHNER, Leonard D., Cpl. K-3-5. From Huntington, IN. KIA on Okinawa.
AHO (AHOYT), George E. Platoon SGT, 5th Marines, 2nd Battalion. Enlisted in the USMC in 1936. Served as a Platoon Sergent for Fox Co, 5th Mar, 2nd Bat on Guadalcanal, also fought at Cape Gloucester, Peleliu, Okinawa and Korea. Retired as Master Sergent and served several years in the US Border Patrol. Died in 1974. He changed his last name to "AHOYT" sometime during his active duty career. I would enjoy hearing from anyone who knew of him, in particular, what unit he was with on Peleliu. Family contact: tyoberg@yahoo.com
AIELLO, Dominic "Duke", Sgt. - Graduated from Syracuse University with a teaching degree - Long-time, respected industrial arts teacher with the Herkimer County school system in Utica, NY, retiring in 1983 - Deceased 12/98.
AINLEY, Howard B. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
AKERS, Orbra L. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
ALDERMAN, Owen O. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
ALEVSTAD, Kenneth, T4 - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good tanker.”
ALEXANDER, Gerard - 1st Lt. - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
ALEXANDER, Jack C. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.- Now deceased.
ALFIERI, Adolph - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
ALFRED, William J. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian tractor Bn.
* ALICK, Kenneth Albert, 336992, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
ALLEN, J. DAN, PFC. 1st Signal Company, 1st Marine Division. Landed on Peleliu on D-Day, Sep. 15, 1944, and fought the Japs until relieved by the Army 81st Division about a month later. P.O. Box 6801, Louisville, KY 40206.
ALLEN, Ray C. - PFC H&S - Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ ALLEN, Roger R. - PhM 2 - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - KIA 10/6/44.
ALLEN, William Lewis, Cpl - now deceased. I just received my Dad's service record, and was prompted to search for more information. His record shows that he served on Peleliu from 15Sep44 - 30Sep44. He was a corporal when discharged in Sep45. I don't know what rank he held during the fighting. He also fought at Cape Gloucester, Talasee and Okinawa. Family contact: dave.allen@ssec.wisc.edu
ALLISON, James Byron, Pvt. K Company, Third Battalion, First Regiment, First Marine Division. He was one of the thousands of Marines who stormed the beaches of Peleliu on Sept. 15, 1944. He was a "runner" and carried messages from Platoon to Company. He was in the Peleliu campaign for "about a month", to quote him, and was then sent back to Pavuvu with his Division for replacements and training for the invasion of Okinawa. James B. Allison died on October 12, 1996, of lung cancer, in Red Lodge, Montana. He was a proud Marine to the end.
ALSPAUGH, William O. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armpored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ ALTOM, LONNIE E. PFC. 1st Marine Division, A Co, 1st Bn, 7th Regiment, 1st Platoon. Killed in action on 9/17/44 at Peleliu. He was also a veteran of Guadalcanal and Cape Gloucester campaigns. Was in first wave at Peleliu and was carrying a Bazooka. Reported as leading a fire team on morning he was killed. Known friends were Woody Evans, Paul Eaton, "Tex" Dodson, and Frank Rees. His family would like to hear from anyone who knew him. Please contact his nephew Eddy Bass of Ardmore, OK via email: eddyb@brightok.net
ALVERSON, Troy P. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
AMANTIA, Anthony - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* AMARAL, Edward A., Sgt., Squad Leader, Marine Assault Rifle Co. B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Bronze Star & Purple Heart awarded for action on Peleliu. Deceased 1987. Family contact: robert.amaral@verizon.net
+ AMDUR, Gil. K-3-5. Killed in action on October 3, 1944.
AMOS, George L. Jr. - PhM 2 - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
George passed away in 1967. His nephew Brad Johnson would like to hear from anyone who remembers him. bradj1@cswnet.com
* AMOS, Hollie C. - PVT - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/15/44 - Now deceased.
ANDERSEN, Clarence A. - Sgt - C Co. Sixth Amphibiam Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* ANDERSEN, Merle G. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/18/44.
+ ANDERSON, Edwin P. - Cpl - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/15/44.
ANDERSON, Einar A. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ ANDERSON, Eugene O., 1st Marine Division, Corpman. Received the Silver Star for Gallantry in Action on September 15, 1944, at Peleliu. His leg was run over by a tank while giving medical attention to a fellow marine. His leg was crushed and had to be amputated. He refused medical treatment so that he could continue to help those wounded. He ended up dying of infection. Born on a leap year he was the youngest to ever serve and the youngest to ever die for his country. Family contact: dianeagriffiths@hotmail.com.
ANDERSON, Fredrick, T5 - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good tanker.”
ANDERSON, James C.,Cpl. K-3-5. Now lives in Cameron, Wisconsin.
ANDERSON, Loyall (Pete) David. One of the first to land. He talked Little about Peleliu, however, on rare occasions when he actively Exercised his elbow a story would come out. He was sitting in a cave, alone, when a Japanese soldier entered, naked. Pete had to throw his canteen as it was his closest weapon. The Japanese ran to the nearest ridge. 321 RCT people began firing at the Japanese alternately from one side of the ridge, then the other. When the Japanese was near safety both sides opened up basically evaporating the enemy. Pete received a Bronze Star for action that was not discussed. Family contact: scimike@citlink.net
ANDERSON, Norvall J. _ PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* ANDRASOVSKY, Henry W. GySgt, USMC (Ret). A Co., 1st Bn, 7th Marines. Landed on Peleliu on 15 September 1944, on Orange 3. He was wounded twice on D Day, but received only one Purple Heart Medal. While waiting to be evacuated, he was hit again by mortar fire. At the time he was a Corporal. Corky1701@aol.com
ANDREJKO, Elmer - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
ANDRUS, Horace G. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
APPLEGATE, William O. Jr. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ ARBISIT, Michael M., PFC. E Company, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines. From Missouri. KIA from mortar fragments on 16 September 1944 on Peleliu. Buried in Plot A, Row 4, Grave 14 at the Manila American Cemetery.
ARDITO, Louis F. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
ARELLANES, Charles B. Fought with the 81st Infantry Division (Wildcats), U.S. Army, at Peleliu. He also served his country in Korea. He is now deceased.
ARENZ, Leon E. - Cpl - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
ARMSTRONG, Lester R. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
*ARMSTRONG, Max, SGT - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. , Received Purple Heart for injuries received in combat. “A good tanker.”
*ARMSTRONG, Samuel, 1st LT - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div., Received Purple Heart for injuries received in combat. “Good man and great leader!”
ARMSTRONG, Wallace. 2nd Amtrac Bn, attached to the 2nd Marine Division. Lives in Torrance, CA. Wdoarm@aol.com
+ ARNOLD, John “Jack” Ryver, PFC. C-1-1-1, KIA 20 September 1944.
ARNOLD, William Price, 347034, Corporal, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
ARTHURHULTZ, Clyde. Fought with the 81st Infantry Division, 321st Infantry Regiment. He served in combat with the line company; Company C of that regiment. He was later transferred to the postal section of Division Headquarters. carthurhultz@emsts.com
ARTLIP, George Stanley. First Marine Division. martlip@email.msn.com
*ARTMAN, Irwin, CPL - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div., Received Purple Heart for injuries received in combat. “A good tanker.”
* ASH, Carroll L. First Marine Division. Received the Purple Heart with a gold star for wounds received at Peleliu. He was from Ashland, NH. He passed away in December 1999.
+ ASH, Robert M. Ash, Major. 5th Reg. He was reported to be the youngest Marine ever to become a Major. He was killled on landing the first day.
ASHBY, Ralph H. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
ASHER, Richard P. - PFC C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
ASHLEY, Irvan H., Pvt. 81st Infantry, Company 323rd, deceased.
ASKEY, Robert S., Sgt., I-3-11. Now lives in Oregon, Ohio.
ASTON, Jake. Corpsman with E & G-2-5 at New Britain, Peleliu, and Okinawa. jwaston@ix.netcom.com
ATEN, Harry S. Jr. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* ATHERTON, Darville E. - PFC. 1st Marine Division, C Co., Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. Darville served two years in the U.S. Marine Corps, 1st Division. He was very proud of his tour of duty in the Marines, and often said, "Once a Marine, always a Marine." He enlisted during World War II and saw action in the South Pacific theater, helping take Guadalcanal, and being present and seeing the famous flag raising on Iwo Jima. He suffered a head wound when the landing craft he was in was blown up as they reached the beach on Pelilieu, where he received a 30 percent disability, and for which he was decorated with the Purple Heart. As he and other wounded personnel were being flown to the Army hospital on Guadalcanal, the plane he was in crash landed on a jungle island, leaving Darve with many memories that remained fresh in his mind throughout the years. He said that after the plane came to rest, he shook the pilot's hand and thanked him for landing them safely. Darve would always smile and chuckle as he related that the pilot told him he "could've done better if he'd had a runway." Before being honorably discharged, he served in China. Darville was born June 17, 1925. He accepted Christ as a youngster, being baptized in a horse tank. He married Sammie Lee Doughterty on Jan. 5, 1947, and had four sons. Darville died on July 9, 2007.
ATHERTON, Mick: I was unable to respond to your email message about your father. Maybe your email address was incorrect? logxpin-br549@logixnet.net I have questions. Please contact us again.
+ ATKEISSON, Louis James, Private. Joined Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, May 1944. Enlisted into the Marines 23 December 1943. Basic training, San Diego, CA. 14 June 44, embarked and sailed for Noumea, New Caledonia, via USS Minetaka; 19 June 44, arrived and disembarked at Pavuvu, Russell Islands. Embarked on board LST # 658 on 25 Aug 44, at Favuvu, Russell Islands and sailed there from on 26 Aug 44. Participated in field exercises and landing operations at Guadalcanal, B.S.I. from 27 Aug 44 to 4 Sept 44. Arrived and landed against enemy forces at Peleliu Island, Palau Islands on 15 Sept 44. Participated in offensive and defensive operations against the enemy, Peleiu Island from 15 Sept 44 to 26 Sept 44. Wounded in action: 16 Sept 44, Killed in action: 26 Sept 44 Peleliu Island. Remains interred in the United States Armed Forces Cemetery, Peleliu Island, Palau Islands, grave # 209, Section 1. Anyone who served with Louis can contact me at dpstuff@mchsi.com
* ATKINSON, Everett (Bill), Sgt. G-2-5 1st Mar. Div. Cape Gloucester, Talasea. Wounded in action atop Bloody Nose Ridge, Peleliu. Now lives in St. Petersburg, FL. his e-mail address is: billatkinson1@juno.com
ATWELL, Thomas A. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
AUBERT, Harold L. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
AUBIN, Arthur J. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
AUBUCHON, Andy. Landed on Anguar and a few days later on Peleliu with the 321st Infantry Battalion. Now lives in North Carolina.
AUDAS, Roy E. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
*AUGUST, Edward, LCpl and machine gunner, C Company, 1st Bn, 1st Marines. He was wounded during the overnight fight to hold Hill 100. Ed August was also a veteran of the Cape Gloucester and Okinawa campaigns. He passed away in October 1995, and is buried in Tracy, California. Family contact: CAugust@Anteon.com
* AULT, David C. K-3-5.
AUTREY, Earnest W. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* AXDAHL, Gilbert J., Sgt. A member of the 81st Wildcats. He was wounded in action but the man next to him died which resulted in saving Gilbert's life. Gilbert died 3/28/99.
BACCILE, Paul Tripoli, 340414, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
BACHELOR, John A. - Pvt - 1st Marine Division, Third Armored Battalion. John died suddenly of a heart attack on December 3, 1987. His family is grateful for his and all of the Americans' service. Any information about John's Marine experiences would be greatly appreciated. His family may be contacted through his grandon: john@westernheritageguns.com
* BACIGALUPO, James Edward Jr., PFC, 810410. H-F CO, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines. Landed White-2 beach. MG crewman 604 and Automatic Rifleman 746. Wounded and evacuated on 9/19. James lived in Tennessee. He died on October 21, 1999.
BACKEY, Charles Wade. 1st Marine Division. Currently resides in Spring Hill, FL.
BACKLUND, Adolph. Fought on Anguar Island. As of 1999 he is 83 years old and lives in Kingsford, MI and is a retired paper mill worker. His son James may be reached at backlunj@k2.kirtland.cc.mi.us
* BACKOUS, Howard T. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/19/44.
+ BACON, Gilbert D. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - KIA 10/7/44.
BACON, James R. - CPL - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Contact: ebacon1@cox.net.
BAEHR, Fred J. He was a riflemen in Co. F, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines. Fred died in November of 1999. His relatives were very touched by his military burial. They felt very grateful to be Americans and had never been so awe inspired and thankful.
BAGWELL, Clinton O. Navy Corpsman, G-2-5, New Britain and Peleliu. Now deceased.
BAILEY, Connor E. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* BAILEY, Daniel, E. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 10/6/44.
* BAILEY, David P. K-3-5.
* BAILEY, Galen F., Tech Sergeant, 81st Infantry Division (Wildcats), 323rd Regiment, 1st Bn, Company I, 1st Platoon. Fought at Ulithi, Anguar, and Peleliu. Was severely WIA by Mortar fire on "Bloody Nose Ridge" at 4:00 PM on Oct. 28, 1944. He was awarded a full Athletic Scholarship as a Punter & Fullback to PENN STATE University, playing several seasons prior to entering the Service at the begining of the War. Galen passed away on June 2, 2005, on his 86th birthday.. Family contact: Son Gary Bailey gfbailey@cableracer.com.
BAILEY, Gene W. 1st Marine Division, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines. Contact: baiboy@msn.com
BAILEY, John W. Jr. USN -Phm 2/C- S&S Co. 1st. Ser. Battalion 1st. Marine Division. Served with the 1st. Marine Division on Peleliu from Sept. 15 to November 8 when the Division returned to Pavuvu, Russell Islands to reform and train for the Okinawa Campaign. He also served with the Division in New Guinea, New Britain and Okinawa. John has a six hundred page manuscript written more or less in novel form describing life in the Division, it is titled "Come Ye Back a Hero." He is presently getting it ready for publication. He can be reached by e-mail at nf.jb@juno.com John now resides at 1327 Forest Dr. in Santa Paula, CA 93060.
BAIRD, Fredrick C. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BAIRD, Homer, Jr - Pvt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BAIRD, William V. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BAISE, William. 50 Cal. machine gunner attached to 317th Field artillery 81st Wildcat Division. Now residing in New Berlin, IL. Looking for correspondence with anyone from 81st. Landed at Anguar. Is present commander for 1999 81st reunion in Springfield, IL. Can be contacted at 217-478-3021. or by email: bai@fgi.net
BAKER, George R. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BAKER, Kenneth J. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BAKER, Lewis M. - Cpl - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BAKER, Ralph Jr. - Pvt - H&S CO. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BAKER, Robert Clair. Served with I/3/11 on Cape Glouster, Peleliu, Okinawa and China. He taught high school history in Minneapolis and always shared stories with my brother and I about his service. We first heard the word Peleliu as very young boys. My father passed away from kidney disease after having been on dialysis for nine years. I never saw anyone more strong willed than my dad. He claimed the kidney problems stemmed from drinking bad water from the contaminated drums of water on Peleliu. Anyone who knew my father please feel free to contact me at any time. Mike Baker: mbaker@autouplinkusa.com
+ BAKER, Roye E. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - KIA 9/15/44.
BALCOMB, Edward Lewis, Sgt. 81st Wildcat Division, Company A, 323rd Infantry. Son Edward may be reached at: ebalcomb@up.net
+ BALDWIN, Floyd T. - Pvt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/15/44.
* BALDWIN, James, Cpl. 2nd Bn, 1st Marines. Now lives in Palm Harbor, FL.
BALDWIN, Richard L. 1943-1946. 1st Marine Division; 1st Battalion under Chesty Puller. Radioman 3rd class and naval gunfire spotter. This was an experience for him that has affected his entire life.
* BALISH, Gerald C., Cpl. 1st Marine Division, 5th Marines, Rifleman. Participated in action at Peleliu, Palau Island, September 15, 1944, and at Okinawa, Ryukyu Island, June 1945 and in the occupation of China October 11, 1945 - January 14, 1946. Wounded in action September 15, 1944. Resides in Mentor, OH and can be contacted at pbncx@netscape.net
BALKA, Herman E., Lcpl. Field Combat Radio Operator, 1st Signal Co., 5th Marines, landed on Orange 1 around 10AM on D-Day, 9/15. Also fought at Cape Gloucester and Okinawa. Family contact: Edward Balka at edbalka@comcast.net
BALL, Richard. USN. Drove an amtrac at Peleliu (third wave). Went on to serve at the invasion of the Phillipines and also at Okinawa. Retired from USN in 1964. He is still living, and serving in South Africa as a missionary. Family contact: Robert_M_Walsh@icpmech.navy.mil
BALL, Robert E. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BALTAZOR, Frank J. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BALTES, Frank - 33rd Seabees 1st Marine Division Shore Party, September 15, 1944.
Ammo Carrier, Stretcher Bearer. Contact: jonathon17pim@aol.com. Read about Frank.
BALZER, Winton E., Lt. VMF 114 - Now deceased. Family contact: bbalzer@cpf.state.ma.us
BANE, Thomas H., Sr. Private. 81st Wildcats. Now deceased. His son Thomas Jr. has a copy of the Company's campaign book as well as a Jap rifle and bayonet. baneth@hqlee.deca.mil
BARABAS, Alex, T5 - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good guy!”
BARANYI, Edward - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BARAZSU, Peter, SGT - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A really good man and drew the Mac Arthur pencil sketch.”
+ BARBUSCHAK, George E. - Pvt D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 10/9/44.
BAREGI, John R. - Pvt B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BARGER, Palmer Eugene. He served in Battle as the #1 Machine gunner in either the 321st or 322nd Infantry Regiment. He was awarded 3 Bronze Stars with the "V" and spent his entire time in the service without serious injury. Pal has 26 battle stripes on his old uniform. I believe they denote a specific amount of time in a battle zone. If anyone has any information about these I would really like to know more. Presently, Pal resides in my care in Arkon, Alabama. He was born in 1920 near Tuscaloosa, Alabama and has a pretty good memory of events at Anguar, Peleliu and one other major battle. He also talks regularly about how pretty the girls were in New Caledonia. He is will be 87 in August 2007 and I would like to present him with a special gift for his service to this Country while his mind and body are still in good shape. He has had some heart problems and a couple battles with pneumonia the last couple years but I think he may live to be 100. If anyone is still living that knew of or served with Pal , Please contact me, Ronald Lewis, at 334-287-3527, RONALDK.LEWIS@cemex.com
BARKSDALE, John Roger, Jr. Private First Class. 1st Marine Division. Rifleman & Radio Operator.
BARLOW, Thomas Harvey, 353579, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
BARNES, Robert O. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BARONE, Benjamin L. - PFC A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ BARRET, John E. "Moose". 2LT. K-3-5. He was the First Platoon Leader and was wounded, later dying in the field hospital during a Japanese counterattack on October 12, 1944.
* BARRETT, Donald D. Squad Leader in the 1st Platoon of Able company, First Bn, 7th Marines. Of the 17 men in his squad that came ashore with him on Orange Three, he was the only one to return. Every man in his squad was either killed or wounded included Donald who caught shrapnel from a knee mortar in his left foot, putting him out of action for the rest of the campaign. Donald may be reached by email: DaytonDon@aol.com
BARNES, L.E. --- DO YOU KNOW THIS MAN? A Marine who visited the island of Peleliu in 1993 for a Battle Study found a canteen deep in the jungle. The name L.E. Barnes and the state word of "Indiana" is carved in it also. This Marine would like to find the original owner. Please contact GySgt James A. Fernow with any information fernowja@mfp.usmc.mil
BARRINGER, Raymond W. - PFC D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BARROW, Ted J. "Tex", Cpl. K-3-5. Received a Silver Star. From Kemp, TX.
+ BARRY, John E. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/19/44.
+ BARTLETT, George W., Jr. NCB 33, "KIA" 10 Oct. 1944 -Peleliu
BARTLETT, Robert Walter, Pfc., Fleet Marine Forces, Ist Division. Family contact: Rapidrod16@aol.com
BASORE, Ralph C., PFC, 81st. Division, 321 Regiment, Company G. A veteran of Peleliu, Anguar, and Leyte. Currently lives at 213 Andrews Blvd. E. Dr., Plainfield, Indiana 46168 and would love to hear from some of his "Wildcat" buddies. E-mails can be sent c/o his son at MickBas526@aol.com
BATCHELOR, Frank. K-3-5. Currently resides in Florida. Family contact: nephew Rich Spang rspang@gomicro.com
BARTHULI, Robert C - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BARTON, Harold B. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BASALEGO, John - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BASSETT, Richard W. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Richard fought in Peleliu, Okinawa and served during the occupation of Japan. He is now living in Alexandria, Indiana and is married with two children, 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He still works as a tool and die maker. Please contact him through his granddaughter, Valerie at Val71275@aol.com
BASSLER, Charles T. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* BATES, W.A. 81st Infantry Division ("Wildcats"), 321st Regiment (U.S. Army). Wounded at Peleliu by a Japanese bayonet to the leg. He was sent to Guadalcanal to recuperate. He was awarded the Purple Heart, which his grandson James now possesses. He survived the war but is now deceased. His grandson may be contacted by email: jpil@mindspring.com
BATKA, Frank, S/SGT - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “Friendly and a good soldier.”
* BAUER, Stanley R. K-3-5.
+ BAUERSCHMIDT, Bill. 2 Lt., 3rd Platoon Leader. K-3-5. Killed in action on October 3, 1944.
+ BAUSELL, Lewis K., Corporal. 1st Bn, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. On Sept. 15, 1944, Corporal Bausell threw himself on a grenade, taking the full blast of the explosion and sacrificing his own life to save his men. Corp. Bausell was from Pulaski, Virginia.
* BAUGH, Jack W. K-3-5.
+ BAXTER, Thomas R. K-3-5. Killed in action on October 5, 1944.
BAYER, Arthur A., Pvt, 81st Infantry Division. After WW II, Arthur returned to Chicago, IL. He enjoyed life with family and friends, and maintained an upbeat attitude despite a battle with throat cancer. He died at the Illinois Soldiers and Sailors Home in Quincy, IL in 1986. My family will always remember Arthur as a devoted brother and uncle. If you knew Arthur, please contact me at your earliest convenience. My name is William Carey and I can be reached at careywj612@aol.com
BEAMAN, Robert W. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BEAMER, William F. Jr. - Pvt. - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BEARDEN, Walter L. Jr. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BEARDSLEE, Clyde A. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BEASLEY, Ballard F. - Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BEASLEY, Billy, SGT - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. , Received Silver Star for heroism. “A good tanker.”
+ BEATTY, Ivan C. - Pvt. - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/15/44.
BEAUCAGE, Emile J. Jr. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BEAVER, Logan Clarence. VMF 121 Marine Fighting Squad, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. Served on Peleliu from September, 1944 until October, 1945 as a radio repairman. As of 5/00, Mr. Beaver is 82 years old and lives in Bentonville, Arkansas. Contact him via his son-in-law: John D. Key at jdk123@specent.com
+ BEAZLEY, Ralph P. PFC K-3-1 KIA 16 Sept. on the "POINT". Nephew would appreciate any info. Jim Beazley, P.O. Box 816, Forrest City, AR 72336 or email jbeazley@sbcglobal.net
BECHTEL, Robert V. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BECK, Daniel W. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BEDNAR, George J. Marines, Sgt. 1st Division. He was from Phila.,Pa. , and died in 1948 of malaria. His wife was pregnant with their son George. George was also on Guadalcanal twice, and other islands. He made Sgt., but was discharged a corporal. Family contact: gb73@snip.net
BEEBE, David B. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BEECHINOR, Robert Michael Jr., Major, US Army, Battallion XO, 2nd Battallion, 323rd Infantry Regiment, 81st Infantry (Wildcats) Division. Earned Bronze Star and CIB on Peleliu. Also engaged in action on Guadacanal, Tinian, Leyte, and Saipan. Retired from active duty as Colonel in 1964 (IG 4th Army, Ft. Sam Houston, Texas). Died of natural causes, October 3rd, 1997. Please contact his sons at will.beechinor@ci.austin.tx.us if you remember serving with him.
BEER, George, CPL - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “Real nice guy and good soldier.”
BEHEL, Vernon W. III- Pvt - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BEHREANDT, Chester W. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BELL, John T. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
+ BELL, Willis NCB 33, "KIA" 9 Oct. 1944 on Peleliu.
* BENEDICT, Derry O. Corporal. 1st Marine Division. Also served at at Guadalcanal and New Britain campaigns prior to being wounded on Peleliu. Now deceased.
+ BENEDICT, Keith P. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/15/44.
BENEDICT, Lloyd H. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BENGTSSON, Charles Lewis. 81st Infantry Division, U.S. Army. Chuck was in the 154th Combat Engineers Bn., which cleared a landing strip for bombers on the small island of Anguar in the Palau group. While there, they were sent to assist Marines in their invasion of Pelelieu. After R & R in New Caledonia, his group was sent to the Philippine Islands, and then from there, they were headed to Japan when the A-bomb was dropped. After that, they were sent to Northern Japan. Chuck finished his service there, and returned to California in 1946. Chuck was drafted right out of high school. As of 10/99 Chuck is 75 years old and is in good health. He may be reached by email at Vbengtsson@aol.com
+ BENGSTON, Willis L. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 10/6/44.
* BENSON, Rex. K-3-5.
BENTIVENGA, Dante M. - Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BERGDALE, Marlin I, Corporal. Aviation. Temporary cook. Entered service 7/15/1943, discharged 11/1945.
BERGERON, Ralph P. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* BERKOWITZ, Irvin. PFC - 81st Division, 323rd Regiment. He was WIA on Peleliu on 10/23/44. The only info he ever relayed of his experience was that he was WIA by "friendly (mortar) fire" and that he was the only man to survive this incident out of 12 men. I believe he was an ammo bearer and was WIA on a "hill". He was also the recipient of the Bronze Medal. He passed away in 1993 and I am searching for any info about his experience, or the experiences of the 323rd. Anyone with info, please respond to his grandson at rossad70@hotmail.com
BERNHARDT, Lawrence - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BESSETT, Ronald A. PFC, Infantry Rifleman. 1st Marine Division. He was 17 years old at the time. He had quit high school to serve. He was with the 5th Marines who landed at Orange Beach. Family Contact: albie_88@yahoo.com
BEST, Kenny, Cpl. 3rd Bn, 1st Marines. Wounded on Peleliu the first day he landed.
BEST, Russell, T4 - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good tanker.”
BETHEA, William D. - W.O. - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* BETTHAUSER, Lavern "Bud", Cpl. B/1/1. He died at the age of 37 because of shrapnel wounds he received in his legs and abdomen that eventually went to arteries in his heart and killed him. His grandson, Andy Randall, has his uniform, pictures, letters, canteen, and leggings. If you knew Cpl. Betthauser, please email his grandson: drconst@mwt.net
* BICKERS, Andrew Paul, Sgt. E Co, 2nd Bn, 5th Marines. Wounded in the right leg on Sept. 16, 1944. He also fought at Tulagi, Edson Ridge, Matanikau River at Guadalcanal, New Guinea, and Cape Gloucester. He was cited for vravery for his action near Waru Village, New Britain. He is now deceased. His nephew Doug has all his military records, medals, stories, etc., and would like to share with any interested parties. Please contact his nephew: brangus@cafes.net
BICKERTON, Steve. First Marines. He was a part of JASCO, Joint Assault Signal Company. He can be reached at 201-384-1962. Family contact: vonbic@juno.com
+ BIELAT, Alvin A. He was killed in the Palaus. His family would like to hear from anyone who has information concerning him. BslComTrk@aol.com
+ BIGELOW, Howard L. - Cpl - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/19/44.
BILHARZ, Burton A., Cpl., K-3-1. Now lives in Wadsworth, Illinois.
BILSLEND, Duane K. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BRIEFWECHSLER, Jerome, PVT - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good guy!”
* BIRON, Robert A. "Bob", Pfc. In the 11th Marines, he fought in the Pacific Theater. Now deceased, his legacy of service to our country Lives on in the hearts of his daughter Jayne and grandchildren. He was a wonderful man, a great husband, father, and grandpa. He was a hard worker, a devout catholic, and a true American hero. He never went by a church or a flag without bowing his head. He loved his country passionately. He was buried with full military honors. Until the day he died, he always wore a small flag tie clip on his person. He willed his footlocker (still filled with all his possessions, as if he needed to be prepared to report for active duty!) and his uniforms, to his daughter's sons. Bob was shot in the leg during the war, possibly on Peleliu. The hospital caring for him was bombed during an airstrike and all his medical records were lost before the war ended. You may contact Bob's family at Jcompton@inna.net
BISHOP, Ernie, PFC. A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
BISKUP, Edward S. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* BITTNER, Jerome. K-3-1, 2nd Platoon. After landing on Peleliu the 2nd platoon moved inland about 50 years where they were pinned down by mortar fire. The 2nd platoon had high casualties and lasted only two days on the island. My Dad received the Purple Heart for his wounds, the shrapnel in his leg not being fully removed until 1959. Please contact his son Bob with any information on the 2nd Platoon or K Company at bobcath@optonline.net
*BIUNNO, Alfred, PFC - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div., Received Purple Heart for injuries received in combat. “One hell of a soldier!”
BIUS, Charles W. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* BJORKLUND, Henry A. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/15/44.
* BLACK, Paul F. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/24/44. Now deceased.
BLACKMON, Marion T. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ BLACKMON, Melvin E. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/19/44.
+ BLAIR, Samuel "Buddy" Sylvester, PFC. 81st Infantry, 321st, Company B. He was from Kansas. Buddy was with five other men when an enemy grenade landed among them. Buddy kicked the grenade, saving the others, but received a mortal shrapnel wound to the head. He was awarded the Silver Star posthumously. Buddy was just 18 years old.
BLAIR, William S. - Cpl - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* BLAISDELL, Albert L. - Plt Sgt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. WIA 9/20/44.
BLAKELY, Jay Cooper. First Marines, 17th Combat Engineers, Detached. Jay served on Peleliu and was a decorated war hero as a result of that Combat. He later became a guard at the White House and there was a Ship named after him. Jay died in 1996. He has a son, Carl.
BLANKENHORN, John L. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BLIESENER, Robert H. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
*BLITGEN, Glenn E. - 2nd Lt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/29/44.
BLOOMFIELD, George Mitchell "Mike". Tank Commander with Co. B, 1st Tank Bn on Guadalcanal, New Guinea, New Britain, and Peleliu. His crew consisted of Melvin Sweet, Bill Petry, and an assistant driver named Cushner. He would appreciate any information about these men. He may be reached at the following address: G.M. Bloomfield, 2515 Friar Tuck Lane, Austin, TX 78704, or by email through his daughter Hino88@aol.com
* BOCK, Richard A. First Marine Division, 2nd Battalion, A Company, 5th Marine REgiment. Fought in Peleliu and was wounded in action during hand-to-hand combat. Richard passed away in 2002.
BOECK, Edward Walter Richard Boeck. Edward was a seabee attached to the 1st Marine Division on August 15, 1944. He disembarked to Peleliu on the morning of September 15th. As of 5/00 he was living in Drexel Hill, PA.
* BOECKEMIER, Louis C. K-3-5. WIA on 28 Sept 44. BOERSMA, Everett T. - Cpl. - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
*BOGLE, Francis, T4 - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div., Received Purple Heart for injuries received in combat. “A good tanker.”
BOGNER, William Joseph. 1st Marine Division, 11th Battalion (artillery). He was an artillery spotter. He lived in Calhan, CO. He passed away on July 14, 2001. Family contact: Fracek@RLF.com
BOLES, Harold M. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BOLTE, Robert J. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BOND, Charles E. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BOND, Marvin F., PFC. 4th battalion, 11th Marines, 1st divison. His job was radio man. He arrived at Peleliu on 9/15/1944 on the U.S.S Dupage, departed Peleliu 10/26/1944, and then went on to Okinawa where he was wounded in action. He is now 83 years old. Family contact: astros_smoked@yahoo.com
BOND, Morris L. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BONACKER, Beryl. E Co, 2nd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment. Corpsman on Peleliu & Okinawa. Occupation China.
BONNEAU, Ernest L. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BONNETT, John C. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BORAN, Francis J. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
BORRIELLO, William A. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BORSTEIN, Porky. A Marine.
BOTKIN, Charles M. - Sgt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* BOTTONE, Ralph J - PFC 321st Regiment, 81st Division. Fought the Japanese on Angaur and was wounded in action on Peleliu. Received the Purple Heart and awarded the Bronze Star for Heroic Achievement. Deceased May 26, 1968. Buried in Long Island National Cemetery, Farmingdale New York.
BOUDREAUX, Charles J. - 2nd Lt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BOUSKA, William M. Marine Air Wing Service Squadron 11.
BOUTELIER, Bernard Patrick - #210213 - 1st Sgt - HQ CO., 1st Bn, 5th Marines - Now Deceased.
BOVE, Edo V. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BOWEN, Bart, SGT - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “Great soldier!”
BOWEN, William T. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* BOWERS, Kenneth G. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/15/44.
BOWMAN, David L. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BOWMAN, Hansel B. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BOWMAN, Jess C., Cpl. E-2-5. Now deceased.
* BOX, Charles E. - PFC - Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Joined Division at Melborne, Australia in 1943. Fought at Cape Gloucester and Peleliu. Wounded at Peleliu. As of July 4th, 2006, Charlie currently lives in Abilene, Texas.
BOYD, Carl Willard (Red). He was a Field Artillery Fire Control Man with H&S Btry, 3D, 155MM How BN, 3D Corps Arty, III PHIB Corps. (Infantillery) Also saw action on Okinawa. Died 1965. Anyone who knew him, please share with me, Mike Boyd, 115 Tifton Drive East, Greenwood, SC 29646 or e-mail me at csmboyd@emeraldis.comNOTE TO DON H: Please respond again. Michael's computer crashed And he lost your contact address. Michael has some pictures that he Can share with you.
BOYD, Charles "Chick"- Was a first aid man that was wounded on Sept 17th with the First Marine Division on Peleliu. As he now has Alzhemier's disease we (his son and grandson) would like to know more about him from anyone who recalls him. He went on to go through college and became a new car auto dealer in Cape Girardeau MO. Send info to neckdoc@swbell.net
BOYER, George W. - Sgt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
BOYER, Kimber H. - Lt Col - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* BOYES, Henry "Hank", 1st Sgt. K-3-5. Recipient of the Silver Star. Has been a resident of Australia since 1969. His address is P.O. Box 15, Woodburn NSW 2472 Australia, and his email address is bevboyes@lis.net.au
BOYLE, James A. 819 Tank Destroyer Bn. He was from Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Mr. Boyle passed away in 1983. His son James may be reached at Jboyle@interport.net
BOYLE, Thomas R., Pfc., A-1-7. Now lives in Columbia, Kentucky.
BOZZOLA, Douglas F. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
+ BRADSHAW, John. 81st Wildcat Division. At the age of 19, John Was killed on Anguar. He was from San Antonio, TX.
BRAEUNIG, John F., Master Sergeant. Marine Air Group 11 (MAG 11). 10/28/19-Living. Bomarmar@aol.com
BRAMAN, King H. - 2nd Lt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. -Now deceased.
BRAMANTE, Nunzio - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* BRANGHAM, Oliver V. K-3-5.
+ BRANDT, Walter, Jr., PVT. From Mt. Joy, PA. Killed on the first day. Family contact: Yukon479@aol.com
* BRANNEN, Arthur Cooper, 295821, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
BRANNON, Russell, T4 - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good tanker.”
BRAY, Norman C. - 2nd Lt. - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. WIA 9/16/44 Now deceased.
BRENT, Gerald, WPNS CO, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines. Enlisted on 17th birthday, remained in Corps until 1954. He passed away July 1998 in Jackson, California. Anyone who knew him, either at Peleliu, Okinawa, or Chosin Reservoir, please e-mail me, his stepson, with any stories you could relate. We miss him. Contact Rory Gallagher at rpgallag@goldrush.com
BRES, DeFrance - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* BRESLIN, Daniel J. Cpl-1st Gunner, Light Machine Gun, Co. C- 1st Btn, 1st Regt., 1st Marine Div. a/k/a "Charley One" C/O Capt. E. Pope. Bloody Nose Ridge. Born 1923, Somerville, MA. Died 1997, Hudson MA.
* BRETON, Frank L. Landed on Peleliu on Sept. 15, 1944, with the 8th Amtrac Bn., 1st Mar.Div. He was wounded Sept. 15, 1944. He was also in the Okinawa Invasion of April 1, 1945. He now lives in South Hamilton, MA. and is a member of the 1st Mar Div. Association as well as the 8th Amtrac Bn. Association.
BREWER, Edward Jr. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BRILEY, Herbert Henry. Yeoman First Class, assistant to Cdr. Doane. He currently lives in Marrero, LA with his wife of 62 years, Opal. He is the father of 4 sons, Herbert Glenn, Gary Lynn, Ronald Patrick, and Steven Edward. garybry@bellsouth.net
BRILL, Bernard, CPL - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good tanker.”
BRION, Donald, CPL - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good tanker.”
BRISTOL, Merritt E. - Cpl - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ BRISTOL, Wilson T. - 1st Lt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/15/44.
+ BRITT, Robert "Shadow", PFC. From Albany, NY. Served With the 7th Marines on Peleliu. He was killed in action on Bloody Nose Ridge, and received the Silver Star. In 1940, he Was known as the smallest man in the Marine Corp.
* BRITTON, Jesse Joe “Britt”. Pvt, USMC, 1 Div, 7th Reg, 1st Btn, Baker Company. He fought at Pelelieu and Okinawa and was wounded both places. He earned a Silver Star in Okinawa. After the war, Dad was briefly a civilian before joining the AF and retiring as a Sr. M/Sgt., with over 30 years service. Dad died of cancer in 1990, but left five adoring children who are very interested in his service career. Family contact: SandyBlair99@aol.com
* BROADWAY, Steve B. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/16/44 - Now deceased.
BROOKE, Donald A. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BROOKS, Wade H., Cpl. 12th Anti Aircraft Artillery Battalion attached to 1st Marines. Now lives in S. Charleston, WV.
BROSCHE, Dean, Cpl. 1st Marine Division, 3rd Bn, 7th Marines. He served in Peleliu, Okinawa, and China. He was married in 1950 and has 3 sons, 8 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. He currently lives with his wife of 50 years in Santa Monica, CA. He can be reached at paul_brosche@yahoo.com
BROTZGE, Charles E. - Cpl - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BROWN, Clifford J. - Cpl - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* BROWN, Donald L. I-Company, 3rd Bn, 5th. Was in the first wave to the air field. Received a Purple Heart for a gunshot to the right ear. He enlisted at the age of 17 and was 18 on Peleliu and Ngesebus. He returned to Pavuvu and was sent to USA for O.C.S. on his 19th birthday. This great Father, Grandfather, and American passed away on January 16, 2005. His family may be contacted by email: mlacy@tiger.fhsu.edu
BROWN, Edgar W. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ BROWN, Howard William, Cpl. H Co. 2nd Bn. 1st Marines. From Lewiston, Maine. Killed in action on D-Day of Peleliu, September 15, Lewiston, Maine. Killed in action on D-Day of Peleliu, September 15, 1944. Cpl. Brown volunteered in the Marine Corps on the 17th of December, 1941. His great niece would like to hear from anyone who knew him. lisa-l-brown@uiowa.edu
* BROWN, John Southcote. First Marine Division. He was a corporal at the time of his discharge. He was wounded on Peleliu by shrapnel on his right hand and his left knee. He died in Feburary 1973.
BROWN, Lawrence E. - Sgt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BROWN, Leo - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BROWN, Major. 1st Marines. From Millington, TN.
+ BROWN, Ray Thomas, Cpl. Btry "E" 12th, FMF. His family has a letter from a Capt. Grover C. Williams, Commanding Battery C, 7th AA Arty Bn FMF describing Ray's volunteering for litter duty and his death clearing a battle zone. If you have information you can share with his family about Ray or his unit they would be grateful. MBrown99@aol.com
* BROWN Sr., W.A., Ret. WOJG. Served with the U.S. Army on Peleliu, Wildcats 81st Infantry, 323rd Service Unit. He returned to the island in the 70's after his retirement of 32 years of service with the Army, and with the aid of the natives found the Memorial the soldiers had erected there, with the words cut out of old tanks "least we forget those who died here." While there he had the honor of meeting Admiral Crowe, USN, who encouraged him to renew the old monument. He took on the responsibility of raising donations from the survivors of his company to purchase new brass letters for the monument. The USN C.B.'s made the letters and transported them to Peleliu. The U.S. Marines were invited for the occasion. Before his untimely death in 1988, he returned to the island many times and was also invited by the USN for the christening of the ship, the USS Peleliu.
BROWN, Warren M. - Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BROWN, Woodrow W. - Cpl - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BROWNE, Sherman J. Jr. - Pvt. - A Co Third Armored Amphibian Bn. -Now deceased.
BRYAN, Harry L. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BRYAN, Robert T. - Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. Now deceased.
BRYANT, James H. Jr. - Pvt - B co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BUCKINGHAM, Milton, 1st Marines, combat photographer. Participated in landings at Peleliu, Okinawa, and Enewitok. Died 1963.
BUCKLEY, Joe. Weapons Co., 7th Marines.
BUCKLEY, John (Jack) D. 1st Sergeant. Served with Company L, 3rd Bn, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his actions on Peleliu. He retired from the Corps as a LTC in 1970 and currently lives in Florida. He may be contacted through his family at GJMEAD@aol.com
+ BUCKMINSTER, "Bucky", PFC. E CO, 2nd BN, 1st MARINES, 1st PLT
BUCKNEER, Lewis H. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ BUCKNER, James E. E Company, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines. From Tennessee. KIA Mortar Fragment Chest, 16 September 1944, Peleliu. Buried Plot A, Row 5, Grave 158, Manila American Cemetery.
BUDISH, Henry J. - Cpl - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn., proudly served with this unit throughout WW II. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on 8/8/1909 and left this earthly realm on 10/17/1995. My father was always proud of his service as a United States Marine and always professed, lived and brought new meaning to the Marine Corp motto: “Semper Fidelis“. Son John: jmbudish@finsvcs.com
BUGAJ, Harry P. - Pvt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BUMBER, Robet K. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BURDEAUX, Perry L - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
BURGETT, Austin H. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BURGIN, R. V., Cpt. Company K, 3rd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division.
BURKARD, Robert L. - 2nd Lt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BURKE, Francis T. His life story was broadcast on a local radio station in Scranton, Pa. His position was attacked and he was bayoneted in the head. During his time in the Marines he won the Navy Cross, the Distinguished Service Cross and the Silver Star in addition to the purple heart. He won a battlefield commission. He is now deceased. His cousin Girard Gaughan would like to hear from anyone who was there.
BURKE, Francis, Lt. Company C, 1/1, Peleliu, Hill 100.
BURKE, James T. "Jim". Company K, 3rd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division.
+ BURKE, Walter, PFC, USMC. Killed in action on September 19, 1944, Bloody Nose Ridge, Peleliu Island.
BURKS, Clifford M. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
BURKS, "RD" B. Corporal. 1st Battalion, 7th Marines. Contact: ARDees@webtv.net
BURLETT, Leo C., Sgt. Marine Squadron VMF 114. He did his training on Parris Island in December of 1942. He has been looking for men he served with and would appreciate hearing from them by email at car30@ioa.com or snail mail to 530B Richlyne Temple Terrace, FL 33617, phone 813-985-1347.
*BURNS, Bill. 1st Marine Division, A-1-7, 2nd Platoon. Fought on Cape Gloucester and Peleliu, wounded on Peleliu.
BURNS, Robert G., Cpl. E-2-5 at New Britain, Peleliu and Okinawa. dburns600@worldnet.att.net
BUSICK, Hinz Christensen of Natches, Mississippi. G Company, 1st Marine Division. Unknown as to whether he survived the battle. His buddy Kenneth Love is looking for information on him (telephone 231/744-1866).
BROUILLETTE, Brad, CDR. USN Ret. Main battery fire control officer on USS Mississippi, BB41 at Peleliu. Supported Marines on Orange Beach 1 and 2. Gave heavy fire support to those taking Bloody Nose Ridge.
BROWN, Fred E., of Georgia. Weapons CO, 5th Reg, 1st Marines.
BUBANAS, Andrew H., Sgt. 1st Mar. Div, I Co. 3rd Bat., 1st reg. Fought on Peleliu, Okinawa, and China. 61 Burtt St. Lowell, MA 01851.
BURGIN, R. V., Cpl., K-3-5. Now living in Lancaster, Texas.
* BURNETT, John W. Jr. - PFC - A Co.Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/19/44.
* BURNETTE, Robert, Capt., Battalion Operations Officer, Bn 3, 1st Marines. Also wounded at Okinawa.
* BURNS, Bill. 1st Marine Division, 7th Reg, 1st Bn, A Co, 2nd Platoon. Fought in Cape Gloucester & Peleliu. Wounded at Cape Gloucester & Peleliu.
BURNS, Kevin, Sgt., A-1st Tank Battalion. Now lives in Bloomington, Minnesota.
BUTLER, C.A. E-7. Veteran of Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa. He was laid to rest on 2/7/01. He was also an Army veteran of Korea, Vietnam. He was 80 years old and he was the recipient of many awards for valor and bravery in the face of the enemy. Family contact: WBSIRWILLIAM@aol.com
BUTLER, John - PFC - 1st Bn. 1st Marine, 1st Tank Battalion.
BUTTERFIELD, Clyde U., Captain, USMC RET. I landed about D+15 with Headquarters, 2nd Marine Air Wing. We were by the Airfield and supported MAG 11. Left the island about DEC/10/12, 1944, and had Christmas on the atoll Ulithi. Now living in Yuma, AZ. cub056@aol.com
+ BUTTS, Calvin O. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/15/44.
+ BUTTS, William N. - Pvt - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. KIA 10/6/44.
BUZYNSKI, Joseph, CPL - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good tanker.”
BUZZELL, James C. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* BYRD, Clyde, Corporal, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines. Purple Heart awarded for action on Peleliu. Can be contacted at this address: 426 E. Raynor Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28311, or via e-mail to his grandson at clydecpa@home.com
BYRD, Harvey B. - 1st Lt., 81st Div.(Wildcats), 321st Infantry Reg., Maybe B Company. Deceased Jan. 20, 1999. Born Bogalusa, LA on Aug. 25, 1913. Graduated from Louisiana State University c. 1934. Commissioned 2nd Lt.- Called up from reserves in 1940. Served Stateside until 1944 at various bases, including Ft. Benning, Ga. Evacuated from Peleliu via ship 19 Oct. 1944. Spent approx. 6 months in Brooke Army Hospital, Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas. Note: This is my father. He would never talk much about his experiences. I am trying to piece together what happened to him on Peleliu. I have a few medical records and letters after his discharge, but not much more. Any information would be greatly appreciated. I can be e-mailed at tigerbyrd@yahoo.com
BYRNE, Edmund F.- CPL, A company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf Division. Ed passed away 4/1991. If anyone knew him please contact his daughter Maura Byrne Kett at Kett23tmt@tampabay.rr.com
CABLE, Hobart. 81st Wildcat Division. Lives in Almond, NC.
+ CACKLER< Ora E. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - KIA 9/17/44.
+ CADIGAN, Ivan C., Sgt. Was chief radio operator with a joint assault company of the famed 81st Wildcat Division. He was killed in action on Peleliu on October 18, 1944. He was born and lived in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts and was 20 years old at his time of death.
CAHOON, Richard S. - Cpl - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* CAIN, Andrew H. K-3-5.
CALBERT, Sidney L. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
CALDWELL, Clovis 3rd Battalion, George Battery, 11th Marines. Address: 74 Tarnell Rd. Grenada, MS 38901, telephone: 662-226-5266.
*CALLAGHAN, William, T4 - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div., Received Purple Heart for injuries received in combat. “A good guy!”
CALLAHAN, Robert L. Now lives in Lee's Summit Missouri.
CAMBRE, Douglas. 81st Wildcat Division. Lives in LaPlace, LA.
CAMPBELL, Bower Earnest, Sgt. USMC 1st Division. H & S Co. 1st Amphibian Tractor Bn. Traveled by USS Rochambeau from San Diego to New Caledonia, USS San Pablo to Melbourne, SS Francis E. Newlands to Goodenough Island, LST 63 to Ora Bay New Buinea, LST 71 to Cape Gloucester, SS Titiana to Pavuvu, LST 127 to Peleliu, USS Rintinan to Pavuvu, LST 582 to Okinawa. Died August 26, 2000. May contact his son, John at JMCampbell@comcast.net
CAMPBELL, Leonard F. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CAMPBELL, Richard O. - 1st Lt - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
CAMPBELL, William H., PFC. Commended for courageous conduct while operating Sixteenth Field Depot vehicles to and from front lines, often under hostile fire, during the operation against the enemy at Peleliu.
CANARIATO, Frank S., Sgt. 1st Marines. 17 Combat Engineers Detached. Presently lives in Franklin Lakes, NJ.
* CANDELLA, Peter. K-3-5.
* CANNADY, Harry L. "Rags". G Company, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines, Machine Gunner. Received the Bronze Star and one of three Purple Hearts on Peleliu. Although he also saw action on Okinawa (where he was one of seven survivors in his company), New Guinea, New Britain and Cape Gloucester, he told his son that Peleliu was the worst battle he had ever been in. Harry died in 1990. If you knew of Harry "Ray" Cannady from any of his campaigns (Okinawa, Peleliu, Cape Gloucester, New Guinea, or New Britain), please contact Tom Cannady at TPC53155@aol.com
CANADAY, James Monroe, Cpl. E-2-1. Served at Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester and Peleliu. He proudly served his Country and was a Marine to the last. His family is very proud of him. He died 7 Oct 2001 at age 80 in Beckley, West Virginia. mallett@intelos.net
CANADY, Meredith Drexel (Muscles), PFC. I joined the 81st Wildcat Division, 322 Infantry Regiment, Company E on Angaur. I currently reside at 410 Fulghum Road, Dublin, GA. 31027. I Would like to hear from anyone in my company.
* CANTALE, Jim. 81st Wildcat Division. Wounded in battle in September of 1944. He died in Cleveland in 1990. His son Jim would like to hear from those who may have known his Dad. Email jcantale@earthlink.net
CANTRELL, Bill, Lt., VMF-114. Corsair pilot that helped provide close air support at Ngesebus and the Umurbrogal Hills. This was possibly the shortest bombing hop in history: 1100 yards from takeoff to target. Called "Nose" by his fellow pilots Cantrell has just published a fine Memoir of his WWII experience entitled Friends, Dear Friends, and Heroes. He now lives in Springfield, Missouri. His book may be purchased from Freebooter Publishing Company, 3554 E. Catalpa Street, Springfield, Missouri 65809. $25.00 plus $3.00.
CAPIK, George - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
CAPOZZI, Joe. 81st Wildcat Division. Lives in Erie, PA.
* CARALIER, George V. K-3-5.
CARDELL, Thomas J. - Plt Sgt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
CAREY, Aloysious William, known as "Frank," 820729, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT. Killed at Okinawa.
CARLIN, James, PFC - A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. “A good guy!”
CARLSON, Jordan R - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CARLSON, Wilbert J. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* CARMODY, Wayne A., 1st Lt. Co F, 2nd Bn, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Wayne played football at the University of South Dakota. He was wounded in action on Peleliu 9/26/44. He died on the USS Relief 10/3/44 and was buried at sea. He was awarded the Purple Heart and Silver Star. His nephew still has the original Western Union telegram notifying his grandparents of his death. His nephew would like to hear from anyone that might remember him. Write to: fortun8@worldnet.att.net
CARPENTER, Calvin W. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CARRITHERS, Howard J. 1st Marine Division, Co A, Tank Bn. From Kansas.
CARROLL, David E - Pvt - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CARROLL, Robert E., PFC. A Co. 6th Amp. Tractor Bn. He was in Command of 6 tractors on that initial assault on Peleliu. He lost all 6 with their crews. He was 16 years of age and was to see many more battles before his dischard on Dec. 7, 1945. Hid date of birth is 7/26/28. He was in boot training in July of 1943 at the San Diego Recruit Depot. He was in the first assaault wave to hit the Marshall Islands on 2/1/44. Robert passed away on April 2, 2000 at the age Of 72. His family may be contacted by email. htc1@bellsouth.net
CART, John J. - Cpl. 1st Bn. 1st Marine, 1st Tank Battalion.
CARTER, Arlen B. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CARTER, Linn E. Jr. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CARTER II, Robert B., Cpl. A Co, 1st Bn, 5th Regiment, 1st Marine Division. rcarter@matcogroup.com
CARVETH, Charles Preston, CPL. 8th 155 mm gun BN 3rd Corp ARTY 3rd Amphibous Corp USMC PELELIU 1944 OKINAWA 1945.
CASSIDY, Lou, Sgt. 1st Marines, 17th Combat Engineers Detached. Now lives in Hamilton Sq., NJ. loucassidy@aol.com
CASSIDY, Joseph. 2nd Bn., 1st Marines. Now lives in Ponte Vedra, Florida.
CASTEEL, Merlin C. - Cpl - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CATALFAMO, Candiloro - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
+ CELANO, James B., Pfc, USMCR, died 9/15/44.
CHAFFIN, James E. - Cpl - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* CHAPLAIN, George C., PFC. "F" Company, 1st Marine Bn, 1st Marine Division. "F" Company landed on Peleliu the morning of September 15, 1944. George was severely wounded on the morning of September 20, 1944. He is now 60% disabled. George had enlisted in the Marines Reserves prior to graduating from high school in 1943 and served them until discharged in August, 1945. His overseas service was from February 1944 to October 1944, serving at Noumea, New Caledonia, and Peleliu, Palau Islands. After service in Noumea, he was assigned to the 1st Marine Division prior to the assault on Peleliu. George is retired and living in Pass Christian, Mississippi. He may be reached at fairway.112@worldnet.att.net
CHALCRAFT, Robert Francis, 810706, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT. Deceased 1980. Married, lived in Illinois, owned an office equipment repair store, and had 4 children.
CHALFANT, Thomas R., Cpl. 1st Marine Division, A-11. In addition to Peleliu, Cpl. Chalfant also served on Guadalcanal and Cape Gloucester. Cpl. Chalfant would like to know of any 1st Marine reunions. He may be reached at 5720 Tam O'Shanter Court, Sarasota, FL, phone: 941-927-9786.
CHANCEY, George (Hulen) W. , Jr. Cpl. Served on New Britain, Peleliu, and Okinawa. Awarded Presidential Citation, 3 Bronze Stars, Purple Heart, Victory Medal and AT Ribbon. Killed in action on Okinawa May 14, 1945.
CHANGO, Edward J. Marine. He died in December of 1988. His son Bill may be reached by email at PepsiBill@aol.com
CHAFFIN, James E. - Cpl - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ CHATMAN, Joseph, NCB 17 (Sp), "KIA" 15 Sep. 1944 on Peleliu.
CHESNUT, Lugene J. USMC, E-2-1. Lu returned to Peleliu for the 55th Anniversary of the battle in Sept. 1999. lujayatt@att.worldnet.net
+ CHILDERS, Billie J. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/18/44.
CHILDRESS, Hugh, PFC. Came ashore with the second wave, heard the tank battle at the airfield and saw the aftermath shortly thereafter when his AA unit moved onoto the captured airfield. He made his first combat landing at Cape Gloucester, with several smaller skirmishes afterwards. After the war he went to mortuary college, having earned his high school diploma all over again as his records were destroyed in a fire. He rose to vice president and general manager of one of the most successful funeral home conglomerates in the north Texas area. He was a district governor for the Lions Club and helped found the lighthouse for the blind. His son Brian, who served our country during Desert Storm in the Navy, may be contacted as follows: res04j2p@gte.net
CHINN, Leonard K. Staff Sgt. “He was awarded the Silver Star by Maj. Gen. Paul J. Mueller, Commanding General, 81st “Wildcats” infantry division, for gallantry in action against the Japanese on Peleliu island. Sergeant Chinn, a mess sergeant, save the lives of six wounded infantrymen who had fallen in the path of enemy fire.” He went on to Korea and displayed similar courage: “As the enemy prepared for their final attack, Sgt. Chinn instructed his men to circle him with all their machine guns so he could handle them, and then for the men to slip down the mountain to safety. They did as instructed and left Sgt. Chinn by himself to fire all the machine guns at the enemy. This was the last they saw of Sgt. Chinn.” After 15 months of captivity he died in a Korean prisoner of war camp April 30, 1951. His remains have not been recovered. Family contact: poppa@poppasvoice.com
CHIPRANY, Andrew T. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
CHISM, Chester - PFC - A Co.Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
CHRISTIAN, Larry N. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CICHOCKI, Carl B. - Cpl - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CILLI, Edward, Cpl. Wpns Co, 5th Marines. tcilli@access995.com
CLABEAUX, Louis. 1st Marines. A-1-7. Also served at Guadalcanal and Gloucester. He was wounded on Peleliu on October 17, 1944. lclabeaux@webtv.net
CLAPP, Frank W., PFC. 3rd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. Flamethrower on Peleliu. As of 2005 he was retired and living in New Jersey. If anyone is interested in contacting him, they can e-mail his daughter, Bonnie at bhealthy@adelphia.net.
CLARK, Benjamin R. - Pvt - C Co. Third ArmoredAmphibian Bn.
* CLARK, Edward. 1st Marine Division. Fought at Guadalcanal, Bouganville, and Peleliu. He was wounded and received the Purple Heart at the invansion of Peleliu. His brother believes he was run over by a Jap Tank in the first wave. Ed died in 1999. His brother would be grateful if anyone could furnish him with any information on his brother. He may be contacted at eclark8283@aol.com
CLARK, Harold E. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
CLARK, James R. - 2nd Lt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CLARK, James R. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CLARK, Joseph. A Pharmacists Mate attached to the 1st Marine Division. Joe has passed away, but was known to have said that of all the invasions he participated in while in the South Pacific, Peleliu was the worst - Okinawa included.
+ CLARK, Levi K., Sgt. C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. KIA 9/17/44.
+ CLARK, Randal Joseph Jr. (Bud) – PFC – USMC - infantry. KIA September 23, 1944. His sole surviving child, Gary Cummins, carries the name of the Army Air Corps WW II veteran his mother married after his father’s death. Gary is a retired Marine LtCol (artillery officer, Vietnam veteran). He hasn’t spoken to anyone who remembers his father during his Marine Corps years. Family contact: gs@gscummins.com
CLARK, Robert F., PFC. Commended for courageous conduct while operating Sixteenth Field Depot vehicles to and from front lines, often under hostile fire, during the operation against the enemy at Peleliu.
CLARK, William E., Jr., Cpl. Corporal Clark was in the Peleliu, New Britain, and Okinawa battles. He was with the 1st 1st Marine Division, A Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines. Now lives in Amarillo, Texas.
CLARK, William Henry, Cpl. 81st Wildcat Division, 322 Infantry, Cannon Company. Invaded Anguar in September 1944. Henry was a member of the National Guard from 1936 until joining the Army in 1938. He was a boxer and fought in AL, TN, AR, HI, and San Luis Obispo. He is currently residing in Kissimmee, FL. He has 8 children, 16 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. Henry would love to hear from his Army buddies. He can be reached by email at elk@kua.net or write to him at 2817 Jessup Ave., Kissimmee, Florida. 34744. His daughter writes that she is very proud of my father and all of the courageous men who fought for our freedom in W.W.II. "Thank you all for making the United States the greatest country on earth!!!!"
CLARK, William Thomas, PFC. 1st Marines, E Co, 5th Bn. He Was wounded around 10/12/44 and taken off the island 10/14/44. He Now resides in Emporia, VA and would love to hear from any Buddies. kclark@beldar.com
* CLARKE, Robert Smith Jr., Capt. USMC 1st Division. Wounded at Peleliu. DueWesta@aol.com
CLASSON, Richard T. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CLAY, Vincent R., Cpl., A-1-5. Now lives in Angleton, Texas.
CLAYTON, M. L., Cpl., A-1-5. Nickname was "Bird Dog." Now lives in San Antonio, Texas.
CLIPPER, Charles, 1st Sgt. F Company, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines. Deceased January 2002.
* COATES, Joseph, PFC, S & S Company, 1st Ser Batt, 1st Marine Division. He carried a flamethrower and had at least 3 confirmed kills before being wounded in the arm and head. He laid bleeding for a few days before being rescued. Family contact: tysondolan@hotmail.com
COBB, Hobart L. Puller's A Co, 1st Bn, 1st Marine Regiment. First wave on Peleliu. Helped Capt. Polk get his medal. Thanks to God, I'm still alive. hlcobb@juno.com
COCCHIARA, Bernard F., Cpl., USMC, 7th A.A. Bn., Anguar, and D Btry, 12th A.A.A. Bn., Peleliu. Now deceased. His family may be reached by email: Cocchiaras@aol.com
* COCHRAN, Aubry W. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/24/44.
COCKE, Cecil O., Cpl. 81st Calvary Recon Troop. Peleliu and Anguar. Now deceased. His nephew would enjoy hearing from anyone who knew him at that time. Lvmccol@aol.com
COHAN, Frank G. Sr. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
COLE, Douglas C. 4th Marines, Pioneers Demolition Team. Currently Residing in Onaway, Michigan.
* COLEMAN, Henry David, Corporal. 1st Pioneer Bn (attached to 2nd Bn, 7th). Served a Mount Martha, Australia, Brisbane, Goodenough Island, Milne Bay, New GUinea, Cape Glouster, New Britain, Pavuvu, Russell Island, Peleliu, back to Pavuvu, Okinawa and on to China, stationed at Tientsin, and left on my 21st brithday after 32 months to go back to the States. I made the landing 14 Sept 1944 on Peleliu, first part of the second wave, amongst many mangled Marine bodies that didn't make it to the beach. I got hit the second morning by mortar before dawn, along with many other Marine buddies who also got it the same day, some making the supreme sacrifice. I got it again less than 2 weeks later, but by the grace of God I was the only survivor that got off a stretcher by myself, amongst many. I never regretted what we had to do. Marinehank@hotmail.com
COLEMAN, Jack L., Cpl. Co. B, 1st Bn, 1st Regiment, 1st Marine Division. Served on Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Cape Gloucester on the island of New Britain.
COLEMAN, Wayne - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ COLGAN, William Winfield, 1st Marine Division. Was Pharmacist Mate 2nd Class and Petty Officer 2nd Class when he went to fight in the Battle of Peleliu and on Oct. 4, 1944, he was killed in action. He was awarded the Navy Cross, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart for heroically saving the lives of three men who were wounded in battle. ~ | 