Served in Corps 1968-1972

OFS!Keep up the good work Gunny and dont let Jane Fonda or our lovely media friends replace our real history with an ACLU rewrite.

Semper Fi, from a Brother Viet-Vet Marine...Best of luck in your endevor.

OOH-RAH from camp hansen okinawa japan.

Just saying hello to everyone at the museum. I am doing my best at MCCES traning section.

Hi Good Day,

How are you today? I wish you all the best in life, and may you have a pleasant day today and forward.

I's Regie Remiticado born in Leyte, I would like to ask a favor if you can do help me to search the record of the person I am looking for.

I'm looking for Richard Cox who is serve the Naval Base in late 80's I want to know his contact number in United State or Canada and his home address in that year. His wife is my Aunt a sister of my father, and the last time we heared from them it was late '87.

We're looking forward to hear from my Aunty a wife of Richard Cox.

Hope you can do help me with this matter.

I'm looking forward to hear from you.

Thanks in advance and God Bless!!!


Sincerely yours,
Regie

A lost son reporting in to say Hi.

Just a note to say welcome home to all who served in the best outfit in the world Semper Fi.
I served with F-2-11/ B-1-11/ G-2-11/ F-2-13/ and B-1-12 from 1964-1968, with 2 tours in Viet Nam

Great web site. Visited the museum March 23rd and was amused with all you have on hand. I served with 2nd Batt. 4th Marines in Vietnam in May 1968. Would like to hear from anyone who served that time.
I'm passing info on the museum to all fellow marine I come in contact with.
" Semper Fi" and well done!!

MARINE CORPS SNIPERS ARE THE BEST (ONE SHOT ONE KILL)

My father's cousin was "Manila" John Basilone. Please look forward to his image, and 3 other brave Marines on new stamps that the US Postal Service will release on 22 June 05. I'm proud of his name, heritage and sacrifice. He'll live on forever in the Corps' heart.

Hi to all.....I'm not a marine but my uncle is a retired marine.....My husband is actually Army and my dad is retired navy...hell maybe one day i'll be airforce(NOT) lol j/k, but anyway I am proud to all military personal and support them through all cause. God bless them all!

Sgt. Williams, Served 1966 to 1972. @ years Viet Nam. Your site is great any tribute to the Marines means a lot. i feel that we should pass on our honor and values to all that we can.
There is a guild in Neo Pets that is mostly for olded players but is set aside to honor Marines and those military that fight for us today.
If you play Neo. check out our guild and Neo Mail joat264. The guild name is The Few And The Proud.
Thanks and Semper Fi.
Sarge

My son was a Proud US Marine serving with the Echo Co. 2/4 at Camp Pendleton, Ca. He was very proud to serve his country. He gradurated at Paris Island in Sept. 2001. He was sent to Iraq in Feb.2004 and was killed in Iraq on April 10,2004. It really touches my heart to see all these people all across the US doing all this for our Fallen Heroes. Thank You from someone who really knows what sacrific truely means. May God Bless each and all.

Proud Marine Mom Forever Of
Lcpl. John T. Sims Jr. KIA 4/10/04
Margaret Kellum

i came to look out of curiosity, and i found it very interesting. I wish everyone all the best, with your museum.

Thank you for being here.

Dick,

Sometime within the next few weeks, I hope to be able to make a trip down to Harrison to see your museum. I've set designed two museums and have done work for three of the Branson museums. Would be open to possibly interviewing with Bill Groninger (President of "Americas Veterans Task Force) to possibly fill a position on the AVTF board of directors? I think we might have an opening coming available in the future, one of our board members has cancer. I think Bill mentioned needing 7 members to complete the board and we have 5 at this time.

Raine W. Clotfelter
United States Naval Historian Artist

Sgt USMC 1964-70

Semper Fi!!!

Impressed, wil plan a trip soon.
We live in Alabama, We go by motor home.
Our club would love to see your museum. I hope we can plan a Rally to come your way soon.
CNT, USMC retired
Semper Fi

Great site, very well done. My oldest brother joined the Corps Oct. 1941 at age 16. Spent his 17th BD on Guadalcanal. Out in '45 and still to young to buy a beer or vote. I proudly served in Corps 1950-54. Korea 2-51/2-52. Also had older bro. in Corps 52/55. The "old Marine lives in Ft. Smith, ARK so next time I'm there will bring him over to your museum for a look. Proud to have served. Marine forever....Semper Fi

I wass called on active duty in JUly 1950 with the Reserve Unit in Litle Rock, Ark. Went to Korea with the 5th Marines at Inchon. Was at The Frozen Chosin and the beam patch. Served in Central Korea up to the Punch Bowl.Stzyed in the Corps for 22 years and now live in Texas.

Sgt. 1974-1981

I sign this in honor of my father pfc. Elba Walker, motor crewman in the Third Marine Division, 9th Regiment Headquarters Company, 648th Platoon U.S.MC. San Diego. My father passed away in 1997 at the Claremore Veterns Center and I still miss him. Please lets not forget the veterns in these center all around the country.

I served in the USMarine Corps from 18Apr1944 to
6May1946. H&S Btry 4th Bn 11th Mar. 1st Mar Div.
I served on Pavuvu, Okinawa, and North China.

This is a great resource and I've added a link to it on my site.
[url]http://codetalkers.info[/url]

My father served in WW2 at Guadalcanal as a Marine in the IstDiv. He has since passed, but he took his knowledge and experience with him. I would greatly like to know more about my father, PFC Mitchell M. Leon, and would appreciate hearing from any WW2 vets who may have served with him. Thanks, and Semper Fi!

Happy Christmas and New Yeat to all members of the Brotherhood.
Per Mare Per Terram.
Ex Royal Marine 1944 1954 Pacific.

My Fiancee is a Marine.he graduated Oct. 29, 2004, 1st bn 1089. he's in Infantry, you guys know what that means. Please pray for him, he might have to go to Iraq in March 2005. I Pray for all of our military fighting for us. Merry Christmas to you all! God Bless!!
SEMPER FI!!!

My grandfather, Robert Earnest Newton, was in "B" Co, 1st Battalion, 21st Marines Regiment, 3rd Division. He died June 1980 of lung cancer. I was to young to appreciate or inquire about his participation in WWII. I recently obtained a copy of his service record and I am trying to retrace his foot steps. If anyone has any information about him or his unit, I would really like to hear from you.

Thank you
Mike Newton

Greta Stuff !

Semper Fi

I am british and a retired police chief inspector. A member of my family was a Royal Marine during WW2. I like your site and admire all the Marines; I pray for those who are in Iraq and/or Afghanistan
SEMPER FI !

I enjoy contacting Marines, past and present.
Trying to contact Marines who were in 2nd Combat Service Group, camp Lejeune, in the 1950s.

Semper Fi,

H S Bane 1103546 Sgt USMC (At Large)

I THINK THIS IS THE MUSEUM THAT WE CAME TO IN HARRISON BUT AM NOT SURE.DROP ME A LINE IF IT IS AND WE'LL TRY TO VISIT AGAIN.AND IF IT IS I HOPE YOUR MOM IS DOING BETTER SVC.DAVID SELLARS DET.535 LAKE CHARLES.

Thank you USMC for the superior training that has allowed me to get my current job with Blackwater USA as a military contractor preparing for operations in Iraq.

Hey is great to see this website. Gy Red drop me an email. Take care.

You have a very good web site, and it looks like you are keeping up the motto, Semper FI, of our Corps....OORAH!
Keep up the good work, and please keep it going.

Semper Fidelis,

USMC SGT. 1964-1968

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It's a great resource, and might be able to give you direction towards the right answers you have been searching for.

SEMPER FI

Just ewanted to convey and pass on, how much I appreciate what our Marines do to keep our Country safe

maybe some one can help---in 1943 i was at new river training on 155m/m-----while there i met cpl. nina johnson from raleigh,nc. she lived on bloodworth st.she of course was in training also and i have often wondered what ever happened to her---does any one know? SGT. HAROLD E.PERRY SER. # 3 2 7 11 7---isn't that the world's greatest number?

Gunny Millis!!! OOOORRRRAAAAAA..... Just visited your MCLM last Saturday and checked out the website today. Both are OUTSTANDING! I applaud you and Captain Millis for starting the museum and maintaining this web site. It's definitely an asset to us former Marines and I'm sure active Marines as well. Semper Fi Gunny.... It was a pleasure.
Bruce McGillem, GySgt, USMC (ret)
Pleasant Hill, MO
P.S. The coffee in the cafe next door was great!
Semper Fi

My Grandfather was Corliss Briggs Carpenter Sr and was I believe Advertising Manager of the GLOBE AND ANCHOR publication in Galveston Texas in approximately 1920 or 1921. We have a complete set Vol. 1 #1 through their pull out from Galveston. My dad, Corliss Briggs Carpenter Jr. passed in 1977. As his dad and my grandmother, Edna Hahn Carpenter divorced when my dad was only 5 years old, we do not know any relatives on my dad's side. If anyone knows any information about my grandfather we would greatly appreciate hearing from you. My dad was in the army, went to Oknawa (sorry about the spelling) I believe. Thought my grandfather served in the army as well, but after noticing the name GLOBE AND ANCHOR on the publication, think he might have been a Marine.

Thank you and keep up the good work.

Like your website a lot! I have been trying to contact you but will write your guestbook instead. I would like to come in contact with you to discuss possible cooperation. Bless you!

Your site is the first USMC site to really recognize the role of the corpsman in service with Marines worldwide. And while I am truly amazed and find the MCLM site extremely gratifying because of its thoroughness in presenting the history of the US Navy Hospital Corps, I found the Fleet Marine Force (FMF) component's historical record to be abridged.
As a graduate of GLAKES, ILL Hosptial Corps "A" School and Fld Med Svc Tech (MOS: 8404), the school that gives you everything under the sun training-wise, it seems better served that the site would give a broader history of FMF service, since service with the Marines separates the men from the boys. It just proves that you can take the man out of the Corps, but you can NEVER take the CORPS out of a corpsman once he's servedx with troops. Aauurrhhaaaaa!

Gy "Red"... It was pleasure meeting you this last weekend at the Poolee function in Harrison. The web site is exceptional, and the MCLM is "OUTSTANDING". WHen I last toured the museum it brought back many memories, both fond rememberances of brothers and places and some not so pleasant, but none-the-less a part of my time in "The Corps" ('65-'75) that I consider to be the best thing I have ever done in my life, including my current 'avocation' of working with kids. I just wanted to thank you and your dad for your efforts in establishing and pursuing the growth of the MCLM, and wish you all the best, and will be happy to help expand this wonderful piece of Marine Corps history in any way that I can. I look forward to the further accomplishments of the MCLM through your efforts. OUTSTANDING, Gunny! Semper Fi.... Dale "Mad Dog" Messmer
Program Director, S.T.O.P.
(GySgt, U.S.M.C., Ret.)

Looking for any info on VMR-952 MAG-31 WWII.
My dad served in this unit,I think staioned on Eniwetok Atoll or Tinian Island 1943.
GREAT SITE !!!!!!!!!!
SEMPER FI. Ed Hemenway Jr. USMC 67-69

Thank you for a wonderful site

WOnderful site. We have spoken to family about your site and they are all going to visit as well. Semper Fi

Your website is better than the first time I looked through it. Great Job on it and the wealth of information is awesome.

Retird GySgt. Flight Engineer

I spent time as a line company corpsman with 2/1, 2/5, 3/5, 2/7, and 1/9, between '73-'77. My father was lstMarDiv., between '44-'52; my brother an 0311, 3rdMarDiv., between '67-'68. I live in Fayetteville, and occasionally pass through Harrision, but haven't yet seized the opportunity to visit your legacy museum. My wife recently told me that, if I don't soon take time to visit you, she'll have me on piss-and-punk for sixty days and full mess-duty for the next year. Look for me soon.

The Eagle, Globe and Anchor-- Tis' the Corp.
When I and thousands EARNED the right to wear the Marine Corps Emblem; We are claiming the title of "MARINE"!
Once a "MARINE" always "MARINE".
There are no former "MARINES".
There are no ex-"MARINES".
There are no retired "MARINES".
We are always "MARINES"; We just are not on active duty.

Can anyone give me any history on the Marine Corps-Tartan, (a kilt).

Semper Fi! To all my brothers and sisters

Great site- I am looking for any info from my dad Francis Paul Moffenbier- 1st MarinesDiv? on the canal-any help would be great- I never had the honor to serve-I'm proud to say that my old man was there though. thanks Mark F, Moffenbier-portland, oregon 503-358-8913

Boy, this thing sure has come along great. Glad to see it has all worked out for you guys. Uncle Red, Aunt Gin, Grandma and Grandpa, Good job!

Paul Millis

Thank You for the great sites!
I hope You make a list of World War II Marine commanders (corps,division,regiment!), and a little biography?
And if possible combat cronicles of every division!
Greetings from Finland

Hreat site!! Looking for Information on Frank Goswick - Marine in Iwo Jima. Perhaps someone remembers him?

Thank You so much

Excellant site, good info for Marines everywhere. Looking forward to visiting your museum in the near future as the Marine Corps Air Transport Association, (MCATA), has its Mini-Meeting and annual Reunion in Branson this year. Semper Fi.
Con Shuck, MSgt. USMC Retired,
President MCATA

I served as a Marine in the 1970's. Now, my youngest son is currently serving in Iraq as U.S. Marine. Today a Marine Corps Memorial will be dedicated in Golden Colorado as a tribute to all Marines past, present & future. Semper Fi.

What a great website!!!
I am trying to locate members of the Second Marine Division that signed a captured Japanese flag somewhere in the South Pacific during World War II. All signitures are without rank, but R. Kelly Sheridan of Forest Hills, New York, signed alone in the center, thus he may have been the leader of these proud Americans. I would love to place this flag in the hands of one of the survivors. Can anyone out there help??

fred jacobs
jacobs100@mindspring.com

I am looking for info on a James owen goff who died in ww2.He was a sgt,and my uncle,I have been told one story all my life and I have info that has 2 different tales.He was also from wade mississippi area.I would like to if there are any old men that are still around that might have known him etc...I would like to know the true story,I was told he died at pearl harbor,I got some paper work stating that he was buried there and that he was killed there,I have new info telling me he was killed by a navy senturman in new zealand.any help would be appreciated.greg

"HIGHLY HONORED" - I will spend the rest of my limited hours on this earth, announcing to the WORLD! (as I have in the past!), how HIGHLY HONORED I am for having been privileged to serve alongside the NOBLEST of WARRIORS: (those FEISTY U.S. MARINES!!) - HM1 USN(Ret) - Guadalcanal ('42) -Cape Gloucester ('43-'44) - Korea ('50) - 1stMarDivFMF - SEMPER FI!! - WELCOME HOME, BROTHERS!! - GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!

First time, great site, was searching for information on Marine Corps uniforms, Specifically the Service uniforms. Not much here but I borrowed you photos from the wars to depict their uniforms. Currently doing PME and writing a professional article on this subject. Spent a precious hour at your site instead of writing 1500 words by Monday.
Oh-Rah!
GySgt of Marines

I think it is great that there is a place where people can learn about the history of the Marine Corps.

It is not often that you find exactly what you are looking for when searching the Internet! I am really glad I found your valuable information resource. Personally I'm looking to improve my webdesigning skills and got some inspiration from this site. Content is king but it also has to look good, as it does on your site. Thanks!

the marines kick ass every where they go
SEMPER FI

Semper Fi

This entry is for all those that may have known my dad William D. Prescott Sr. I made an entry in March of this year and forgot to ask. My dad was at Camp Pendleton 1954-1959 and Camp Lejeune 1960, 1963 Hawaii,1965 Camp Barrett, 1966 Red Beach, 1967 Camp Henderson and back to Camp Lejeune in 1968 until 1970 which he went to fleet reserve until 1980. If anyone reading this would have known my dad and want to share some stories as to the life and times I'm all ears. Thanks to those at the Marine Corps Legacy Museum for making all of this happen. One big Ooh Rah for an excellent job. I have a son-inlaw that serves with the 22nd MEU which is deployed prayers go out to all serving stay safe.

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USMCR 1971-1975. Served as B/N in the A-6. Semper Fi to all fellow leathernecks.

Semper Fi! Who-Rah!
Served in Viet Nam - 2 tours
1967-1970

My father, George T. Smith, was a Horse Marine in Cuba 1917-1918, My brother, Richard W. Smith, was 1st Sgt. 10th Marines 1948-1953. And I was a Sgt. with the 5th Marines in Korea 1953-1955. A few very proud Marines. I was told in Korea - When in later life they ask 'What have you done' you can say you proudley served with the 5th Marines in Korea. So be it.

Dear Sirs,
My dad William D. Prescott Sr. 2ndBalt.10th Marines join the Marine Corps 1950. He served in Korea and Vietnam 1952 and 1966. My dad passed away on 11 December 2003 of cancer. I'm very proud of my dad in many ways. I have pictures of my dad's proudest moments as he was a driver escort for General Puller. I want to carry the traditional valves and be the voice for my dad as I will always be faithful. I'm a firefighter for the U.S. Army civil service. My dad's mos was 08 which by the way is the same year I retire from the fire service so history does repeat itself. Semper Fi..

I have enjoyed you site very much.

I.C.Mercer Sr
WO1 AVN S2
USMC 2083982

Great site, keep up the good work!!

Greetings from Germany
Ines from www.suendiges.de

my dad served in the 4th marine division in ww2 he was in co. b engineers

Great, Went by the Museum, AWESOME! OUTSTANDING! PROFESSIONALLY DONE!!!

Wonderful site!! Keep it up.
Semper Fi

Served 1956 to 1963, USS Bon Homme Richard CVA 31, G/2/5th Reg 1st Div FMF, 1st Pioneers,Fallbrook Navy Station. and TAD to many places. Past Comadant Juneau Alaska chapter MCL 1966? not sure of the year any more. Gung Ho

Former Dutch Marine. served in the pacific for 3 years Life member of the US Marine Corps League
Commercial Pilot ,now living in Florida USA

This site has a wealth of knowledge & history, thanks for the site Semper Fi.

Great site. My grandfather served with VMF221 at Midway 1942. As well as being enlisted in the USAF, I am a history major and looking for good places to do research on the places he served and the people he served with.

This is a test....

Cool Site Semper Fi Marines. Hello to all in Cherry Point.

Im a former marine served in 1/5 63 65 MCRD Plt.268 Oct 63 Great site for us old Marines.Never forget the ones that never came home and the ones that did but are caring the wounds to there grave with out any remorse.

i PROUDLY SERVED 1964 - 1968 3rd & 5th MAR.DIV. VIETNAM 65/66 SHORE PARTY ENGINEER. LOOKING FOR ANYONE FROM THAT GROUP TO CONTACT ME. ESPECIALLY ANYONE THAT PARTICEPATED IN OPERATION MALLARD,GEORGIA,AND ORANGE.
VERY HAPPY TO SEE THAT A SITE LIKE THIS ONE IS HERE. SEMPER FI ONCE ALWAYS ANF FOREVER. L/CPL CADWALDER WELCOME HOME TO ALL

very nice site, I'm very proud of having a brother
that severed with the 3rd Mar Div from 1943-1945
was with the 21st Marine Regiment, 3rd Battalion
fought on Bougainville, Guam, Kia Iwo Jima March
1945.

ON Behalf of my Father, SSGT Ives C. Spieler,USMC Korea, Combat Correspondents. Recentley Departed.

I'm visiting this site to look for Sergeant Major Knapp. I was a Combined Action Platoon Leader in Vietnam, and I have met whom I believe to be the Sergeant Major's son.

this is a really great museum

I am a former Royal Netherlands Marine served in the pacific for three years and I am a life member of the US Marine Corps league.
Brevard Detachment Florida

What a great site. My dad would have really enjoyed it. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1915. He was in the Dominican Republic in 1916 with the 4th Marines. Served with the 5th Marines in France during World War One. After the war he served in China (Yangtza River Vallley and finished up as a recuiter at Mare Island. During his time in the Marines he served on the USS Oregon in the Marine detachment.

My wife Rhose Bowman asked me to take a look at your site,I belive it is a great thing that you hold the honor and tradition of the Marine Corp. in such high regards.

Sgt. Martin Bowman
United States Army
Air Defense Artillery

I too was a Marine (1967-74), LCpl, Ist Mar,HQ and my son is currently a 1stLt in Iraq with the HQ BTRY 5th, 11th Mar(Comm)hopefully loading up the ship and coming home.

Your site has help show my family what the Marine Corps is all about and why "once a Marine, always a Marine". For this, I can only say thank you and may God continue to bless you and you family.

you have a great site. As a former Marine Sgt 2nd recon bn stone bay n.c. discharged 1959 it broke my heart not being able to go over to Iraq and fight, but the boys did just fine, just fine. semper fi

I am the daughter of Richard B. Faranow, who served in the Merchant Marines tied to the 4th Marine Division in WWII (Pacific Zone, Iwo Jima). My Dad was a corpsman, from what I know. He died in 1984 at the age of 60 from a massive stroke. I would love to hear from anyone who might have served with him. My Dad was born and raised in Lebanon, Pennsylvania and attended Milton S. Hershey school for boys prior to enlisting.

Marie Faranow Delgadillo
Diamond Bar, California

Outstanding web site. As the Marine Instructor for James B. Castle High School MCJROTC we plan to link your page to ours once our unit web site is completed.
Semper Fi.

I am glad that the country that i live in has such brave and corages men to protect me. My father was a Marine and i plan to be a Marine. Live long and die Fighting. SEMPER FI!!!

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SEMPER FI

I'm proud to be a daughter of a Marine! I thank all those who have served and sacrificed their lives so that we may have a better future. GO MARINES!

Hello to all U.S. Marines from an Italian Marine (S. Marco Marines).
P.S. I've lost you're E-Mail, and your address. Let me have them. Bye Red!!

the marines are tough i should know because i am 1

Being a former Marine, It's nice to know someone is continuing the legacy of the Corps.

John P. Adams
SFC (RET) USA

I am a Cadet 2nd Lt. in the Amarillo, Texas Marine Corps JROTC, The website is great!

I won't normally sign guestbooks, but I'll tack my name up on this one gladly. Great site and even better people. They had the answer to my questions on 3-4 days, when I couldn't get from anyone in years. Semper Fidelis Marines!

My grandfather, Robert Earnest Newton, was in "B" Co, 1st Battalion, 21st Marines Regiment, 3rd Division. He died June 1980 of lung cancer. I was to young to appreciate or inquire about his participation in WWII. I recently obtained a copy of his service record and I am trying to retrace his foot steps. If anyone has any information about him or his unit, I would really like to hear from you.

Thank you
Mike Newton

This is a wonderful site

While it is not my habit to personally respond to posts in this guest book, I feel that the one below needs addressing.

Mr. Bradley
I share your dismay and frustration; however, I have some questions for you.
Did you contact either this organization or the local VA in order
to submit a SF 180 form for a request for records? Was it filled out properly allowing an efficient record search to be conducted?
Also, please be aware that the Marine Corps is a warfighting organization, not an administrational unit tasked with maintaining historical documentation for the public.
The USMC History and Museum Branch is a grossly overworked and underpaid group of civilian professionals who do the best they can with the limited resources available to them. Did you forward copies of the information you acquired from the French for inclusion in the USMC Archives? If not, why not?
This museum (The Marine Corps Legacy Museum in Harrison, AR), is a non-profit organization that was established to, in a small way, address the problems you speak of for the central regions of the USA. It is also in no way sponsored or maintained by the USMC, or any other federal agency.
It is also important for you to know that there is no state or federal $ in this museum, it was built out of pocket by my father and I, both retired Marines, and we do not pay ourselves for our efforts. AND that the doors of this facility are open Tuesday – Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm ALL YEAR LONG. WE have assisted MANY people in acquiring the information they seek, on an international level, at ZERO cost to them as far as remuneration to this organization for our efforts.
It is unfortunate that you had problems, however it is also WRONG for you to rant against the Corps in the manner in which you have in a public venue if you did not exhaust all the avenues available to you first.
It is fortunate that you were able to locate any information in the NPRC. Had he been a soldier, the records would have been lost in the fire they had there.
Like any federal bureaucracy, it takes time to get questions answered from the NPRC, also have you put any thought into how many other requests for like information they were attempting to fulfill at the time that you were asking for yours? What, other than your personal desire for information made your request a National Priority?
We feel lucky when we receive data with a 90-day turn around.
Again, I am sorry that you had problems, however, your father rests among his peers, true heroes all. How many others lay in unmarked graves around the world, or neglected in the cemeteries of this country's cities and towns? I am not eligible to rest among those heroes, regardless of my full career in the Corps, so please don’t speak of “…Eternal torch lights…”.
Also, while the Army and Navy have their heroes, and erect statues and make a grand hoopla about them, we as Marines celebrate our service AS MARINES and memorialize the contributions of our CORPS as opposed to those of any one individual. It may truly be said that our loyalty is to a thing bigger and grander than any one person because we have all helped to make and preserve that thing, much as your father did right along with thousands of other Marines who are unnamed. Furthermore, we as a group are happy with that and would have it no other way.
You would do better to be pleased that:
a) you know where he is buried, and,
b) you were able to acquire the data that you have and,
c) your father was committed to both our freedoms and the Corps to the extent that he laid it on the line in France and then went on to complete 28 years in the U.S. Navy.
Thank you for your opinion. While I disagree with it, (in regards to your disparaging remarks about the U.S. Marine Corps and its, to you, lack of attention to the individuals who have proudly worn our emblem), I spent 22 years of my life ensuring that you could have it.
Curator, MCLM.

My Dad served in world war one, USMC, AEF, Second Division, 4th brigade. Saw action in all of the major sector campaigns - Chateau Theiry, Belleau Woods, march to the Rhine, occupation of Germany, Belgium, wounded, decorated, and on and on. When it came time for me to finally research his contribution to the USA (he also served in WWII - USN, 28 additional years) I could find no data from the USMC, their archives, Quantico, USMC Washington, nothing! I finally had to contact my local congressman and after several attempts, he got through the red tape of the civil service nonsense and retreived some of my Dad's records from the National Archives. I actually obtained more information from the French eembassy in D.C. than my own country! Seems that the USMC served under French command for a period of time in WWI. Why do I write to all who will read this guest book. IT IS SAD THAT OUR BOYS, FATHERS, UNCLES AND THE LIKE ( AND NOW DAYS - THE WOMEN) GO INTO HARMS WAY, BECOME FALLEN HEROS - AND OUR LAZY ASS GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES AND their upper management CANNOT SEE THEIR WAY CLEAR TO MAINTAIN PROPER RECORDS OF THESE BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN; AND A SYSTEM FOR EASY RETREIVAL. THIS IS A DISGRACE TO OUR FALLEN HEROS AND THERE SHOULD BE AN INVESTIGATION AS TO WHY WE CANNOT EASILY RETREIVE THE RECORDS WHEN THE NEED ARISES. These records record the deed of our loved ones and most importantly, their health records so vital to the surviving family membembers. SHAME ON THE MARINES AND SHAME ON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. USMC - DON'T BRAG ABOUT THE CORPS UNLESS YOU ARE PREPARED TO REMEMBER THOSE WHO DO NOT HAVE MEMORIALS OR STATUES ERECTED TO THEIR NOBLE CONTRIBUTION. MY DAD LIES IN ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY - NO ETERNAL TORCH LIGHTS HIS WAY!!!

GREAT SITE

As 'Chesty' once stated, "There are no Ex-Marines, just Marine Corps Retired."
Proud of my time in the Corps ('69-'74), proud that my sons are serving their country as well. The elder son in the Air Force; his brother will be in Boot Camp in San Diego in July of this year when he finishes high school.

Semper Fi to my all brothers
Sgt. Tom (Beetle) Bailey

I'm an active duty Marine, stationed in Hawaii. Great Site, lots of good info. Thanks for making your site available to all.

"Once a Marine Always a Marine"
Semper Fi

Just a quick line to say hello to Red,Big Dorne and your Mom.......HI.......

I went through you museum as a poole and loved it. It is very informative. This is a great site. Keep it up.

LCpl Jennifer Parks USMC

proud and honored to be A FORMER "MARINE"SEMRER-FI

served 63-67 (viet nam 65-66 k3/9) mos-0311 sgt.

Honored to be able to serve indirectly in civilian voluntary capacity (am non-veteran) and privileged to have career Marine veteran for uncle (father's youngest brother, who served in Korea, including Chosin Reservoir, and two tours in Viet Nam. KAG

my dad passed away feb. 03. he was a marine at chosin reservoir. his name was caley wyatt from knightstown indiana.if any one has any info on him please contact me.. thank all of you great marines.. truly randall j. wyatt

God bless anyone that served in the armed forces.
I only served 2 years in the Army, 4th Inf. Div. 4th Recon Co.

Very nice website! Lots of interesting information.

I am very impressed with this site. I would like to know if you have some type of Honor Roll?? Not just for famous Marines, but for any Marines that have served. I had a brother that served with the 3rd Marine Div and was KIA on Iwo Jima and also a brother-in-law that was in the 4th Marine Div. He also served on Iwo Jima. Thanks, Beverly Edmiston

Are there any Helena Marines out there

I would like to here from anyone who may have served with my dad, Richard C. Largent 1st Div. 3/5 'K' & HQ 3/5 1943-46

We are searching for a Marine named Waterman who served with rich gresko in Mike 3/5 on the night of 3/11/1970 when gresko dove on a grenade and saved several lives. we are trying to get richie the medal of honor and need to speak to the fellow marines that were there that evening. Thank you for any help you can give us !!

very interresting site, greetings from France<a href="http://www.piscines-online.com">.</a>

WWII Marine
V-12 unit at Lousiana Tech, Ruston,
Graduated Quantico, Va. May 23, 1945
Guam 1945-46 Sasebo Japan 1945
BS MS degree University of North Texas
Retired school teacher and administrator, Lovington, NM

I am the son of a recently deceased former Marine and enjoyed looking at your site. My father did not talk very much about his war experiences(WWII and Korea) but he was ALWAYS proud to be a Marine.

I am looking for a picture of a Honest John Artillery rocket in Marine paint. My father was a battery commander in the 60's and I am building a scale model in his honor. I have tried everywhere. Can you all help?

I am traveling cross country soon and will stop by.

Thank You

I am a retired Msgt. I served in the Corps from June 1972 to August 1992. I am African American and I am proud of my tour in the Corps and I am very greatful for those Marines of Montford Point, NC. who paved the way for me in the Corps. Semper Fi!

Great website. I am also a Marine Corps collector and I recently started a business selling fiberglass mannequin heads designed for military collectors. www.headsupcasting.com
Semper Fi,
Andy Tempesta LtCol USMCR

Very informative. My father served in the Marines
during WWI and WWII. Two of my brothers served
in the Marines during WWII; one fought on Iwo Jima and the other on Okinawa. A very proud
tradition.

I am a Marine corps veteran from Aug. 64 to Aug.68
I served with 2/9 in Vietnam from june 66 till july 67. I live in Louisville, Ky.

Love the Corps

God bless the Marine Corps and all who serve her. Chuck Pulasky (Sgt) 1943-1965

Great site. I loved the design and content and will be sure to visit again.

Hey. Back for round 2, safe and sound.

Good luck at the Marine Corps Marathon. Ran into a planner and estimator for Cherry Point who was planning on running it this year too. Needless to say, he won't be there either. There's always next year!

I'll be keeping my eyes open for more goodies for ya'.

Take care and Semper Fi!

ATC sends

Red,

Good to see this site is still up. Hope all is well. We are back on Okinawa for a few more years, probably until 2008. By then I'll have 24 yrs and will most likely retire at that time. I plan to attend MGySgt Pichardo's retirement ceremony next week. I sent him the link to this site so he should be contacting you soon.

Semper Fi,
Ken

looking for info on Capt. Frank Castle. Vietnam era, he won the CMH and a silver star, please respond

I am trying to get in touch with a Marine formerly known as SSGT "RED" MILLIS. I last saw him at Okinawa Japan.
SEMPER FI

Semper Fi, devil dogs. Former Marine- 1986-1992. Oohrah!

great to have someone assisting in the preservation of our proud history
Staff Sergeant Dion Dorado 1988-2000

I am looking for information about my father. His name is Joel Savell and I know he was a marine and fought in WWII.

Great Idea, I Loved It. This will be remembered for another 500 years!

Great site, thanks for keeping the Marine Corps history alive.
Semper Fi,
Cpl Ware, VMGR-234, S-4

thank you. the information found here will help four year cadets to instruct our first years about the marine corps.

maines are the best semper fi!

Lots of History and Interesting Information
Semper Fi
1965-1969
2nd Aerial Delivery Platoon

Those who have served in the U.S. Marine Corps are a very proud group. They deserve to be honored, respected, and remembered.
SEMPER FI!!!!!

great sight

i request info on ed collins, he recieved a silver star for his bravery at chosin. i just want to know if he is still living. if so have him email me.

Amazing amount of work on the web site. Very informative. We need more reminders out there of how many men and women sacrafice so much for our freedom. Thank you.

I'd like to leave a message in honor of my two great-uncles. Sgt. George M.J. Berwanger - KIA on Guadalcanal - Oct. 8, 1942 - 1st Marine Division. MSgt. Joseph Berwanger - deceased - 30 yr man - last post DI at San Diego. These wonderful men joined the Marine Corp prior to WWII, serving in the Military Police, planning to make the Corp their life. George gave his on Guadalcanal and Joe after being wounded in WWII, remained until retirement. In remembrance. Thank you.

FORMER MARINE, VERY PROUD OF MY HERITAGE AND THE FACT THAT MARINES ARE NUMBER ONE .

I just came across a news article about the museum. Sounds as though much effort has done into this project. I look forward to visiting very soon.
Mike Knapp
MSGT USMC RET.

Hi Red
Just to update on the Museum that Havlock never got. A Tourism/event center with a MC display. There is a RF-4B and A-4M restored outside. The Bi-plane is hanging from the ceiling inside. The F-9F-F Panther is outside but needs sum repairs. There is a unit display case and each unit provides items and history for display each quarter another shows the time line for Cherry Point and Havelock. I also restored a AV-8A ejecton seat and one from the A-4 for display (donated by NADEP). A RF-4B is now on display at the "O" club and and EA-6A on the conner across from the "Q-2" hanger (now home to Q-1 & Q-3).
SiFi Haz (MGySgt)