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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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
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, Wallace. 2nd Amtrac Bn, attached to the 2nd Marine Division. Lives in Torrance, CA. Wdoarm@aol.com
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
* 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.
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 - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
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.
* 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. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
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. As of 2001 he is 82 years old and resides at RR#6,Towanda PA.18848. Family contact: Son Gary Bailey gfbailey@epix.net
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, 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., Bn., landed on Orange 1 around 10AM on D-Day, 9/15. Also fought at Cape Gloucester and Okinawa. Family contact: Edward Balka at edbalka@home.com
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.
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
BARANYI, Edward - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ BARBUSCHAK, George E. - Pvt D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 10/9/44.
BAREGI, John R. - Pvt B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
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, 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
* 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.
+ 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 jimbeaz@ipa.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.
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.
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.
* 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.
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.
BEST, Kenny, Cpl. 3rd Bn, 1st Marines. Wounded on Peleliu the first day he landed.
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.
* 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
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.
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, Morris L. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
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.
BOUDREAUX, Charles J. - 2nd Lt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
BOUSKA, William M. Marine Air Wing Service Squadron 11.
BOVE, Edo V. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
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.
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
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
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.
* 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. Don would like to hear from anyone who was there. His address is 400 East 18th, Hays, KS 67601, or you could email him at his son-in-law's address: 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.
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
BUCKNEER, Lewis H. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
BUCKLEY, Joe. Weapons Co., 7th Marines.
BUDISH, Henry J. - Cpl - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
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.
BUCKINGHAM, Milton, 1st Marines, combat photographer. Participated in landings at Peleliu, Okinawa, and Enewitok. Died 1963.
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
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.
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
CABLE, Hobart. 81st Wildcat Division. Lives in Almond, NC.
+ CACKLER< Ora E. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - KIA 9/17/44.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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. Flamethrower on Peleliu.
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, 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.
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. ~Read his story.
COLLETTI, John T. - Sgt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
COLLINS, Chester L. - Pvt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
COLLINS, Leo Robert - Cpl - 1st Battalion, 6th Marines. Family contact: BCSterling@aol.com
COLLINS, Philip, PFC. Company C of 1/1, Peleliu, Hill 100.
COLLISON, Kenneth Walter. Marine. He served as a 2nd and 1st Lieutenant, in the motor pool, and as a court report and prosecutor. He died in 1991. His son Craig may be reached at ccolliso@fastdata.net
+ COLSTON, Billie Edwin. Killed on Peleliu Sept. 15, 1944. He was in the Navy and was a Seaman First Class. He was on the USS Crescent City. His birthdate was June 26, 1923.
* COLYER, James D. Medic on Peleliu. He was wounded and remained on the island. He was a dentist in Hays, Kansas and retired to Scottsdale. He would love to hear from anyone at (480) 991-1623 or via his son at Jeffcolyer@aol.com
CONGER, Jack E. Major, VMF-114. Corsair pilot who shot down 10 1/2 Jap planes during the war, was nicknamed "Smiling Jack and was from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Now lives in Havelock, North Carolina.
CONGLETON, James U. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
CONIGILO, Frank C. - Sgt - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CONKLIN, Willis. Served with Mag 25.
CONNOR, Charles D. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ CONNORS, James Joseph, Cpl., 1st Marine Division, 7 th Reg., 3rd BN., E Co. - Landed on Orange Beach, Peleliu Island, Sept. 15, 1944. Killed in action on Sept. 25, 1944, at the age of 21. His family would appreciate any information about Jimmy. Please contact his nephew Mark F. Connors E-Mail address: mfconnors@mindspring.com
+ CONROY, Edward, Lt. E Co, 2nd Bn, 5th Marines. A platoon leader who served at Cap Gloucester, then at Peleliu. He was killed on 10/8/44 while going forward of his platoon. He was awarded the Navy Cross for earlier action on Peleliu. I would welcome hearing from any man who knew him or who has information on E/2/5. Chris Conroy 98 Corey St. West Roxbury, MA 02132 or e-mail: ccpths@aol.com
CONSTANTINIDES, Criton P. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. Now deceased.
+ COOK, Arthur W. K-3-5. Killed in action on September 29, 1944.
COOK, Carl E. - 2nd Lt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* COOK, Charles A. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/27/44 - Now deceased.
+ COOK, Joseph Francis, 354767, CPL, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
COOK, Leland G. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
COOLER, Eugene P. Jr. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
COONS, W. A., GySgt. C-1-5. Now lives in Springfield, Oregon.
CONNOLLY, John J. Marine. Fought on Peleliu. Died in 1972.
COOPER, John E., PFC. VMF (N) 541 MAG 11. Landed on Peleliu 09-15 attached to 1st Division for 27 days. Later went on Leyte and then returned to Peleliu for the rest of WW II. RoverF150@aol.com
COOPER, Julius A. - Pvt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
COPPOLA, Joseph G. - PFC - H&S Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CORMAN, Buford - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CORNETT, Charles E. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CORTEZ, Manuel R. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* COTE, Benny. 1st Marine Division. He fought at Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa. He was wounded, but returned to battle. Eventually he served as an M.P. in China until he was discharged in 1946. Benny died in 1999, most of his war experiences died with him as he was very modest about his great contributions in WW II. Family contact: Alan Cote at alan.cote@worldnet.att.net
COUNCIL, Jerome M. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
COURCHESNE, Rudolph G. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
COSTA, Alex - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ COURTEMANCHE, H.D., S Sgt., 321st Infantry, Co. G, 1st Platoon. He was mortally wounded Oct. 16, 1944. He received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. The Courtemanche Ridge on Ngesebus was named after him. His son, Don R. Waldera, would be pleased to talk with anyone who knew him. Contact by email waldera@vail.com or P.O. Box 23717, Silverthorne, CO 80498, PH.970-468-7810.
COURTNEY, Raymand S. 1st Marine Division. Also fought in New Guinea and Cape Gloucester. He was named in the Leatherneck for action on Cape Gloucester. He now resides in Indianapolis, IN.
COURTNEY, Richard R. - Cpl - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
COX, Horace W. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
COX, Lat L. - Cpl - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ COXWELL, Jr., Franklin Harrison. A-1-5 killed on Peleliu September 28, 1944. Bar Gunner. Nephew would like to talk to anyone who served with his uncle. Contact at Tschula1@aol.com
* CRAIN, Edward J., Dr. This was a heroic "Battle Surgeon" who served in the 1st. Bn., 5th Reg. I remembered his last name over these many years and recently confirmed his full name through the Navy's Medical Historian in Washinton D.C., a Mr. Hacula (202) 737-2300. They can bring up any doctor's name who served on Peleliu if they received an award. He is Lt. JG. Edward J. Crain, MD. and he was awarded the Silver Star and Purple Heart on Peleliu and the Navy Cross on Okinawa. There were some heroic navy doctors on Peleliu and they should be found and listed if at all possible. Contributed by Harvey B. Kishman.
CRANDALL, Frank V., Sgt. 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.
CRANDELL, Lloyd Joseph. 1st Marines, 6th Amphibian Tractor Battalion. Fought in battles of Peleliu and Okinawa. Lloyd died in 1988, but his son and daughter-in-law are compiling a family history and would like to hear from anyone who served with Lloyd. Contact manderly@ix.netcom
CRAPPS, Marvin D., Sr., PFC. 81st Infantry Division, 321st RCT, Co L. He is in good health, living in Alabama. Generations of American citizens owe men like our father and grandfather a great, great debt. We his children and grandchildren (Danny Crapps, Andy Crapps, Laura Crapps, Aaron Crapps, George Crapps, Susan Lassiter and Cathy Mobley) are very proud of him and very thankful that the Lord spared His life while serving on Peleliu. If you would like to contact Mr. Crapps, please send an email to his son Danny Crapps DCrapps@aol.com or his grandson Andy Crapps Andyashmc@aol.com
+CRAWFORD, David - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - MIA.
*CRAWFORD, Donald F. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/15/44.
CRAWFORD, Ernest V. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CRAWFORD, James L. Navy Corpsman, F-2-5, New Britain, Peleliu, and Okinawa. Now deceased.
CRAWFORD, John A. Jr. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CRAWSHAW, Ronald S. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
CREAMER, John J. 1st Marine Raider Battalion, Edsons Raiders.
CREASY, Lewis. A Tech Sergeant in the 154th Engineer Combat Battalion, attached to the 81st Division. Invaded Anguar shortly after the Marines landed on Peleliu, and then relieved the Marines on Peleliu, finishing the job of ridding the island of the remaining Japanese. Lewis may be reached by email: lroan@juno.com
CREECH, Donald E. - Cpl - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CRELIA, Edgar D., Pvt. 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.
* CRESTO, Frank A. Jr. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. WIA.
CREWS, Earl T - PFC - C CO. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CRIBB, Italy W. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ CROCOL, Porter. Forward Observer, Battery G, 11th Marines, First Marine Division. Killed in action on the second day of the invasio of Peleliu. He was the best friend of Peleliu vet James Wagner. He came from Buffalo, NY.
CROEL, Karl. Fought in the battle of Peleliu, he now resides in the city of New Port Richey, Florida. MaryMpbiz@aol.com
CROSSON, Joseph T., PFC. 81st Infantry Division, 906th Field Artillery, Battery B. Brooklyn, NY Deceased July 5, 1971. Family contact: jkc5@erols.com
* CROWDER, Thurmon Eric, PFC. Rifleman. Co L, 3rd Bn, 322 Inf. 81st (Wildcat) Division. Landed on Anguar 9/14/44. WIA by Japanese party somewhere around 10/16/44. Missed Peleliu because of the wounds. Later fought on Leyte. He was a member of the occupation forces in Japan. As of 2001, he is 76 years old and lives in Shannon, GA. Contact: tecrowder2000@msn.com
CROWN, John A. Lt. Col. Commander of Company I, Company K, 3rd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division.
CRUNKLETON, Mancel E. Served in Third Armored Amphibian Bn, D-3 at Peleliu and Okinawa. Would like to hear from any old D Company ex's. Contact me at mcrunk@alltel.net or yaqal@cyberback.com
CUDAK, Chester "Whitey" J., PFC. Artillery. He helped to fire the 105 mm howitzer cannons.
* CULBERTSON, Raymond H. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. -WIA 9/15/44 - Now deceased.
CUMMINGS, Whiteley A. - Capt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
CULLEN, Gerald F., Pvt. 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.
CULLEN, William H., PFC - 6th Amphib. Tractor Battalion - One of the "engineers" who volunteered in relief on the 1st Regiment. Assigned to combat sniper duty on the western side of Bloody Nose with the objective of preventing the enemy from escaping west out of The Pocket, down the mountainside, across the West Road, and into the relative safety of the yet-to-be-cleared "swamp" (the centuries-old Palauan taro farm at Ngerchol) - Retired and living in Concord, CA.
CULPEPPER, Semion William (S.W.), Sgt 81st Infantry Division, (Wildcats) 323 Regiment, Company G. Light Mortar Crewman Squad Leader, participated in landings at Ulithi atoll, Angaur and Peleliu, New Caledonia and Leyte. He was also stationed at Honshu Air Force Base in occupied Japan. After his discharge he returned to Georgia and his wife and the infant son he had never seen. S.W. a farmer and a machinist until his death 17 June 1993. Family contact: supepper@nlamerica.com
CUMMINS, Dale F. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
CUNNINGHAM, Jack, Corporal. Jeep driver with 81st Wild Cat Division. Landed on Anguar and a few days later on Peleliu with the 321st Infantry Battalion. Now lives in Alabama.
+ CUNY, Donald, PFC. Company "E", 2nd Bn. Killed in action by Japanese forces at Peleliu on September 18, 1944. He was awarded 1st Marine Division Presidential Citation, Purple Heart, and Silver Star. Family contact: trishc@klemmtanklines.com
* CUSHING, Robert, PFC. 1st Marines, 2nd Bn, G Company. Landed on White Beach on D-1. He was wounded on Sept. 19th, blinded by a mortar shell, and was evacuated to San Diego. He finally got his sight back after 29 days. In 1987 his son went back with him to Peleliu. They spent 6 days there sharing time and his memories. He finally made it to the top of Bloody Nose Ridge and his son recorded it. Robert "Renny" Cushing, Jr.: papacush@nh.ultranet.com
+ CUSTER, Clyde R. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - MIA
CUTRIGHT, Orien G. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
CVENGROSS, Roy G. - Cpl - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Roy lives in Amsterdam, Ohio.
CYPRA, Robert. Heavy AAG, 12th AA Bn. Deceased 1981. He was a good father. I'm searching for anyone who might have known anything about him. Please e-mail me at cypra@alaska.com or call me at 907-745-5541. Thank you.
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