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65th ANNIVERSARY
OF THE LEYTE LANDING - 17 OCTOBER 2009
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October
17th, 2009, the MacArthur Memorial, in Norfolk, VA, will be
hosting a commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the Leyte
Landing. There will be veterans remembrances, a wreath laying at
the tomb of General MacArthur, an authors forum by veterans, and a
premiere of the new documentary Unsurrendered: The Story of the
Philippine Guerrillas. The 24th was a big part of this history
and the MacArthur Memorial invites all former veterans of the
24th. "We would be very
honored by their presence," the MacArthur Memorial spokesman
said." Contact James Zobel: james.zobel@norfolk.gov
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ATTENTION:
1945 CORREGIDOR VETERANS - 34th INF. (3rd Bn and A Co 1st Bn)
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Paul Whitman,
a Corregidor historian from
Australia
, is coming to the States to produce a TV program on
Corregidor
. He would like to interview members of the "Rock
Force" from the 34th 3rd Bn and A Co who took part in the
operation in February, 1945. Please contact: Bill
McKenna. e-mail address: billjomac@aol.com
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VETERANS DATA
THEFT SETTLEMENT LEGAL NOTICE
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Subject to approval,
a nationwide class-action settlement has been reached with the
"Defendants" (U.S. Dept. of VA and various
individuals) stemming from the theft of computer equipment
reported to contain personal info on veterans, vet spouses, and
military personnel. A $20
million settlement fund will be established. To learn more
about who is included, class-action details, settlement
provisions, your other rights or how to request a payment, visit
the website at: www.VeteransClass.com
or you can call 1-888-288-9625.
To request a payment you must complete and submit a class form.
This class form must be postmarked no later than 27
November 2009. Click HERE
to download a .pdf copy of the class form.
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U.S. ARMY HISTORICAL
FOUNDATION REGISTRY
The U.S. Army Historical Foundation is reaching out to veterans
organizations in a concerted effort to work together to honor
Army Veterans across the nation. The program is sponsored
by the
National Museum of the United States Army. Every registry
entry includes a Soldier's name, hometown, rank and service
history. There is no charge to be enrolled; however, there is a
$10.00 fee to have a photograph added to the registry. To
date the names and service histories of over 44.000
Soldiers and Army Vets have been entered in the registry. Once built, the
National Army Museum will present a comprehensive history of the
Army from Colonial times to the present and educate the public on
the Army's role in developing our nation and preserving freedom at home and around the world. The registry can be viewed online
at the Army Historical Foundation web site at: http://www.usarmyregistry.org
Army veterans may establish an account and submit their own historical
registry at this site.
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REQUESTING
MILITARY RECORDS, MEDALS AND AWARDS
Requests
for the issuance or replacement of military service medals,
decorations, and awards should be directed to the specific
branch of the military in which the veteran served. However, for
Air Force (including Army Air Corps) and Army personnel, the
National Personnel Records Center will verify the awards to
which a veteran is entitled and forward the request with the
verification to the appropriate service department for issuance
of the medals.
If
you are requesting an update or replacement of your DD-214 you
must also complete Form SF 180. Due to a fire at the
National Personnel Records Center in July 1973, millions of
records were destroyed or damaged. Records suffering the
most damage are:
Army
veterans discharged or deceased between 1 Nov 1912 and 31 Dec
1959. Air Force veterans discharged, deceased, or retired
before 1 Jan 1964, whose names come alphabetically after Hubbard
((James E.).
If
you are in this category you will be asked to fill out a
questionnaire about your military service. Without
answering this questionnaire (NA Form 13075) and providing some
form of supporting documents showing proof of service,
schooling, foreign service dates and awards you will only be
able to obtain a Certificate of Service.
When
requesting Foreign Awards from the NPRC in St. Louis you will
only have your records updated. It is Defense Department
policy that foreign awards must be purchased by the recipient.
The DoD does not provide foreign medals, ribbons, badges or
other forms of foreign awards.
The
Standard
Form (SF 180), Request Pertaining to Military Records,
is recommended for requesting medals and awards. It is very
import that you provide as much information as possible.
Many service records were lost in a fire at the NPRC on
July 12, 1973 making some verification not possible.
You should include a copy of the DD-214 and any other
supporting documentation available. To correct records
send Form DD-149 to Total Army Personnel Command (see below
Second Choice)
OBTAIN KOREA DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL
( KDSM )
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The KOREA DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL is
authorized for wear by veterans and active duty personnel that
served in Korea on or after 28 July 1954. Veterans should submit
applications to the National Personnel Records Center records facility in St.
Louis, MO. The
procedure to apply will be the same as for any other medal request. You
must complete Form SF-180 requesting your medal and requesting your records be
updated. Include your Form DD-214 and documentation showing Korea service
after 27 July 1954. The NPRC address is:
National
Personnel
Records
Center
Medals Section (NRPMA-M)
9700 Page Avenue
St. Louis
,
MO
63132-5100
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You are eligible for this medal if
your Korea service was between 25 June 1950 and 27 July 1953. If
your service was before or after this date you DO NOT qualify.
This medal
was authorized for wear by the Department of Defense in August 1999.
It is not necessary to pay for this medal as initially noted by the
50th Commemoration Committee and others.
The latest information is this medal will be issued cost free to
veterans even though it is considered a foreign medal. The Air Force is
handling the issue for all branches. Send to:
HQ
AFPC/DPPPRA
550 C Street West Suite 12
Randolph AFB, TX 78150-4714
Phone: (210) 565-2432 DSN: 665-2432
FAX: (210) 565-3118 DSN: 655-3118
Web Site: http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/awards/
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Join the Korea Defense
Veterans of America in fighting to get this medal re
awarded and accepted by the Joint Chiefs. Click
button below:
5 U.S. Divisions have
secured the Korean DMZ from 28 July 1954. Their
personnel are eligible:
1st Marine Div (1953-1955)
7th Inf Div (1953-1971)
24th Inf Div (1953-1957)
1st Cav Div (1957-1965)
2nd Inf Div
(1965-present).
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This
medal was awarded by the Republic of Korea to U.S.
Military personnel in 1972. It was awarded for
service from 28 July 1954 to a date yet to be
determined. In 1974 the U.S. JCS refused to accept
the medal based on the rule that the U.S. must also
award a medal for the same service and the awarding
country must also award it to their own military forces.
The first reason is incorrect because the Armed Forces
Expeditionary Medal had been awarded and the Korea
Defense Service Medal is currently authorized.
Because this medal was specifically created
to honor the long and devoted service of U.S. Military
personnel in defense of the R.O.K. the second rule can and should be waived as it was for
continuous wear of the ROKPUC by members of the 7th ID
from 1950 thru 1971 when the Division left Korea.
There have been many less honorable waivers granted for
wear of U.S. and foreign medals. There is NO valid
reason for not accepting this award for wear!
The 7th ID, 1st CD, 2nd
ID and Combat Infantrymen's Associations on behalf of
their medal eligible members have provided a letter of support
for reestablishing this
medal. The 1st Marine Division Association has not commented and the 24th
Infantry Division Association refuses support.
KEY POINTS:
1)
Technically the war still exists. There is only a
cease-fire.
2) As of 1999,
there are at least 40,480 breaches to the cease-fire
agreement by the North (CIA Report).
3) At least
1,200 have died as a direct result of this service on
land, sea and air.
4)
87 have been captured and held prisoner by the
North. The most recent in 1994.
5) CIB's, Silver Stars, Bronze Stars w/Valor
Device, ARCOM's w/V Device and Purple Hearts are still
being awarded for this service.
6) REMEMBER THE ROK WAR SERVICE MEDAL
DISHONOR! |
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IF
YOU RIDE A MOTORCYCLE, BE A ROK AND ROLLER
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The purpose of the KDVA Motorcycle Club is to
create a visible group of Korea Veterans and Supporters
to get their name out among riding Veterans and the general
public.
This is another way to bring more national attention and
recognition to Korea service, its issues, and those affecting
Veterans of all eras.
This is the serious side but they are not talking about all
work and no play.
They take Harley serious when they say, “Live to Ride!”
They also want to bring their Member Bikers across this great
nation together for fun and for comradeship. It is hoped you
feel the spirit
for what they are trying to do. If you served in Korea, YOU
are already a ROKer, now ROLL with the Brotherhood.
THEY
NEED YOU!!!
There
are no sign up fees and no annual dues.
There are no uniforms to wear, and you don’t have to
attend meetings as an At-large member.
They don’t tell you what to ride, when to ride, or
where to ride. They do expect you to love This nation,
support our veterans, support issues affecting our service,
support our Armed Forces around the globe, wear their Colors, ride
with veterans when you can, ROLL for veteran causes. The
ROK AND ROLLERS support Rolling Thunder and all Veteran
MC's supporting veteran issues. |
To Become a ROK AND ROLLER Contact: Snake
in Western
Area: harleysnake@dishmail.net
Lucky in Eastern Area: dragonskinner@victory24.org
CaseyT at Headquarters: rokandrollers@kdvamerica.org
Website:
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OBTAIN
COLD WAR CERTIFICATE
You
may use this letter format with the requested
documentation enclosed to obtain your certificate.
A formal application form is not required. Mail or
Fax to the address below the letter:
Your
Name
Your Address
Your City, State and ZIP code
Current
Date
CDR,
PERSCOM
Cold War Recognition, Hoffman II
Attn: TAPC-CWRS, 3N45
200 Stovall Street
Alexandria, VA 22332-0473
Please
send me a Cold War Recognition Certificate for my
service to the United States government during the
authorized period of September 2, 1945 to December 26,
1991.
Enclosed is a copy of source document with my Social
Security Number/Military Service Number/Foreign Service
Number, which verifies my service during the Cold War
Era. I understand that the enclosed copy of source
document will not be returned.
Please mail my Cold War Recognition Certificate to the
following address:
Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State and ZIPcode
Submission of this request confirms my faithful service
to the nation during the Cold War Era. If my service was
in the Armed Forces, I further certify that my discharge
was honorable or general under honorable conditions. If
I served as a federal civilian employee, I further
certify that the character of my service was honorable.
Sincerely,
Your Signature
CDR,
PERSCOM
Cold War Recognition, Hoffman II
Attn: TAPC-CWRS, 3N45
200 Stovall Street
Alexandria, VA 22332-0473
Fax to: 1 800 723-9262 or 1 703
325-2167
Website
address: http://coldwar.army.mil
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