MESSAGES POSTED BEFORE 01 JANUARY 2001
Victor Terzano served in the 83rd on D-Day plus one, & is seeking info on the 83rd Thunderbolt Division, the 867th Ordinance Group, and the Elbe. Please contactNakiWiz@aol.com Thank you! Posted 29 Dec 00
Looking for information about Pvt. Gonzalo C. Cornejo, #39584854, 331st Infantry Regiment, 83rd Division. He died Jan. 10, 1945 and was 19 years old. He and his brother Salvador Cornejo (from California) spent Christmas together before being called out. It was the last time they saw each other. Does anyone remember him or have stories? Please contact Xochitl Cruz-Cornejo at XCruz@HEWM.com Posted 28 Dec 00
Walter "Lee" Lemaster (originally of Ashland, KY) of the 1st Bn, 329th Inf.
Regt, 83rd Infantry Division is looking for information on unit reunion dates and anyone assigned to the unit during WWII. Please feel free to email me at KYCOLLEE@aol.com (Please reference the 329th Regt. or the 83rd Div. in the email subject line.) Your brother in arms, Walter "Lee" Lemaster. Posted 26 Dec 00
Does anyone know: Cap. James BESSY (0918 273), T.J.C. RECLER (?) (01900143), Major MAULDIN. They are mentioned in a 1946 French book about the liberation of SAINT-MALO, in August 1944. Greetings to all. Gilles at eric.petitgand@wanadoo.fr Posted 25 Dec 00
I am looking for any information that anyone may have (unit, MOS, etc.) for Lawrence J. Leonardi who served with the 83rd during WW II. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Shayne at sslaut@aol.com Posted 22 Dec 00
I am looking for any information regarding my father, S. Sgt. Howard Warren Anthony. I know he was with the 83rd from basic training at Camp Atterbury in Indiana until his death on 1-16-45. I believe he was with "C" Co. of the 330th. I believe two of the men who served with him were named Tuscan & Maquire [sp???]. My mom never re-married and would not talk much about him. When she recently passed I found two medals & some pictures but not much else. Please contact Rich Anthony at hra@dmv.com or at 302 - 645 - 1732. Posted 17 Dec 00
Hello, my grandfather, Norris Authement, served in the 83rd Ohio in WWII. He also served in the 26th Division (8th armored) and 42nd Rainbow. He was the driver of a half-track through France, Germany, Austria, etc. He'd like to get in touch with old Army buddies. Anyone who remembers him can get in touch with him through me (he doesn't have a computer) at doolin@aug.com. Thanks, Rick. Posted 6 Dec 00
I am J. Alford Morgan and I made the initial assault with the 83rd and I
have never been in touch with any of the members of the division! I would
like very much to contact some of them. Please contact me at almorgan@netdoor.com Thanks. Posted 6 Dec 00
I am looking for anyone who may have known my father-in-law, Gerald
Schnelker. He was with the 83rd (I believe with the 330 Rgmt. but not sure) during WWII and I would be interested in hearing from anyone who may
have served with him. Please contact Michael Sobieck at MichaelS@FreeEDGAR.com Posted 1 Dec 00
A friend is looking for anyone who may have information about a camp called Pommelte near Barby. He was there when he was about 12 years old and has recollections of the 83rd and the 2nd Armor Division liberating the camp in early May of 1945. He is not on the web and asked me to find out what I could on
any survivors who participated from the 83rd in freeing the camp. At the
time there was an action at the Truman Bridge on the Elbe River near
Magdeburg. Any information would be helpful to him. Please contact Emmett Francois at memscan@sover.net Posted 28 Nov 00
I am looking for information about Arthur Silverman, Serial# 35226989, 330th Infantry Regiment. He was KIA 7/11/44 and is buried at Normandy American Cemetery. Would like to hear from anyone who knew him or may have information about him. Please contact Evan M. Abbe at EVAN.M.ABBE@msg.ameritech.com Posted 28 Nov 00
I'm looking for information regarding the 772nd Tank Battalion. My father-in-law served with them. His name is Paul Czap. He has told me a little about the Battle of the Bulge. He is looking for some of his old buddies, whether they are still alive or not. If you have any info or ideas please notify Jim Klauka at klauka@tir.com Posted 27 Nov 00
I am looking for information on or anyone who knew Frank Pfleger. He was
a member of the 329th Regiment in 1944. I don't know much about his service
record, and any information would help, since I have virtually none. Thanks, Dave Cubby, Fokker1531@aol.com Posted 26 Nov 00
My father, Casper "Moe" Marconi, was a rifleman/squad leader in F Company, 331st Infantry Regiment. This picture of him was taken in Belgium in 1944. He passed away in July 1967. If anyone remembers my father please contact Gary Marconi at marconi12@home.com. Thank you. Posted 22 Nov 00
I'm trying to find anyone who knew my grandfather, Paul G. Schachner
(fellow soldiers called him "Shock"), who was an infantryman in the
83rd. I can be reached at grasshopper9@wnonline.net Posted 19 Nov 00
Looking for anyone that might have known my Grandfather Andrew Pankovich.
From what I understand he was switched around between the 83rd and the 101st
airborne. From what I can remember him telling me (which wasn't much) he had
a lay-up in France at a wine making farm. From there they moved on to the
Battle of the Bulge, and helped tear down a concentration camp in Germany.
If anyone has any info for me I would really appreciate it. Please contact
me at GodOnNet@aol.com Thank you. Posted 18 Nov 00
As I belong to a French reenactement group of the 83rd (the OHIO Group), I try to follow the message board with a great pleasure. To be of a little help to you all intrested in the history of the Brittany Campaign, let me correct the map of the Saint Malo battle: Saint Brieuc must be read Saint Briac. After a very hard fighting in Pleurtuit, the 331st went up to Saint Lunaire and Saint Briac.The Germans had established a strong point at La Garde Guerin which didn't last long, when a TD shot a direct hit in an ammunition stock. Please respond to Gillles at eric.petitgand@wanadoo.fr Posted 13 Nov 00
Would like any information possible on Frank Henry, son of Sam and Susan
Neal Henry, died on August 7, 1944 and is buried at Brittany American
Cemetary in St. James, France. He is buried in Plot K, Row 16 Grave 12. If
you knew this man or know someone who did please email me with any info you
have and would be happy to receive pictures if you have them. Thank you. My
email address is yolonda@irvineonline.net Posted 10 Nov 00
I'm searching for any information about these soldiers, most of them belonged to the 83rd. It's about a replacement camp located in November/December '44 in the area of Bastogne - just before the Bulge.
Lloyd M. Flory HQ/331
Irvin M. Diehm L/331
Norman P. Neily F/331
Joseph C Thompson F/330
Wayne Shaw?
Robert E. Lee?
Robert H. Bell?
Please contact Lorenzo at maierna.lorenzo@wanadoo.be (Belgium). Thanks. Posted 9 Nov 00
I am searching for any information about my Uncle, PFC MAURICE H RALEY, Serial # 35 71 4386, who was KIA on July 10th at Hotot France. I do not know what Company he was a member of, but perhaps some one may know of him. My Uncle was from Cromwell, KY and was 22 years of age at the time of his death. Should any person viewing this "posting" be aware of any web sites or history sources or other relative information as to date and time of my Uncle's death, please contact Burl Morris at hti1@msn.com Posted 7 Nov 00
Does anyone know who earned the Distinguished Service Medal? I would like to be able to find the actual write-up that dad said was read at the Division Medal Award Ceremony. My dad, Harold Weisenburger (Sgt., 736th Tank Bat. attached to the 83rd), witnessed and wrote up this most heroic event that he had encountered. It was in the woods, the BAR man (Hispanic from New Mexico, we believe) kept the Germans pinned down. Dad wrote him up for the Distinguished Service medal. I see from other postings that it did exist. We would like to have a copy of the report for dad's "story" that I'm writing up. Thanks for any leads and we would be happy to share dad's point of view of this extreme heroism with the unit and the family. Please contact Ellen Barnhill at vebarnhill@home.com Posted 5 Nov 00
Hello, my Dad was in the 83rd 330th A Company. His name is Chester Joseph
Cuzynski. He lives at 1160 Cherry Drive, Temperence, Michigan 48182. Any
information you my have about reunions etc. you can send to him there, as
he does not have a computer. Thanks, Chris. (his son) Posted 29 Oct 00
I am retracing the steps of my grandfather (Pvt/Sgt Benny Layton) across the Ardennes during WWII. I am having difficulty finding info on his unit, A Company, 83rd Recon Troop, 3rd Spearhead. I would be grateful for any help. Contact Jeff Sgro at pajsgro2@foni.net Posted 24 Oct 00
My father, T/Sgt Carl K. Johnson was in Battery C of the 324th Field Artillery. I am making plans to take my Dad and my two brothers on a trip next summer to retrace his steps from Normandy to Luxembourg, and am looking for any information that might help me more accurately identify the towns that his battalion went through during his tour of duty. I would be interested in contacting anyone from the 83rd Infantry Division who may remember my Dad, as well as anyone who has re-visited these towns since WWII and get their recommendations on sites to see, places to stay, etc. Please contact Larry Johnson at lawrence.johnson@mw.com Posted 17 Oct 00
I'm looking for information about the medics who served in the 83rd
Infantry Thunderbolt. My grandfather served in Co. A 329th Infantry as a medic. He recently died and my family and I are trying to gather information to fill
in some of the facts that he told us throughout the years. If anyone has
any information, general or personal, we'd be very happy to hear about it. My
grandfather's name was John Camp. He was around 19 years old when he
enlisted. Thank you very much, Wendy McLaughlin. I can be reached at wendym@hkusa.com Posted 11 Oct 00
The Camp Atterbury Museum is looking for an 83rd Division uniform for display. The museum has uniforms for most divisions that trained there, but is missing this one. If you can help with this important addition to the museum (or know of someone else who can), please contact Jim West at jimwest@shelbynet.net Posted 11 Oct 00
I am looking for anyone who remembers my father, James Everrett Johnson, who served with the 308th Medical Battalion, Company D, from November 4, 1942 to late 1945. Friends called him Jim, or sometimes Slim, as he was 6-ft. 3-in. tall and thin. Any word from friends, or family of friends will be welcome. My dad would like to know how they did over the years. Please contact Mitch Johnson at marlin351871@hotmail.com Posted 6 Oct 00
My Grandfather was in the Recon troop with the 83RD his name is Dorsey Price SSN# 35 671 728. He was from Vincent, KY . I would like to get in tuch with any one who knows him or that was in the Recon Troop. Email: DonNLyne@aol.com Posted 29 Sep 00
I am seeking information concerning Miles Zdenek, KIA 7 Jan 45 , Belgium.
Miles was in the 83rd Infantry Division, 330th Regiment, Company L. As boys, Miles and I were Chicago neighbors; we lived and played on the same West Side Street. My war-time tour of duty was with the 5th Armored Division. During the month of December 1944, our Division spent 22 bewildering days in the inhospitable
Hurtgen Forest. It was always a welcome sight to see your 83rd Division soldiers there; it somewhat alleviated the feeling of loneliness. At that point in history, I was not aware that my boyhood friend was a member of the 83rd Division. More than a half-century has flown by since those hectic days, and through those years I often wondered how close I came to meeting Miles Zdenek in the Hurtgen Forest. Thank you much! -- T/5 Frank Koss, 5th Armored Division, Company "A", 22nd Engineer Battalion and Headquarters Company CC "A". jkay11215@mac.com Posted 16 Aug 00
I was with the 83rd Division, 331st Infantry, Company G, and was an SCR-300 Radio Operator. I am looking for anyone who can give me some information about Joseph H. Phillipone, who also served in Company G. Please contact Denver Detillion at den@main-net.com Posted 13 Aug 00
My grandfather served with the 83rd Division. His name was Theodore Roosevelt Kirby, but probably went by Ted. He was from upstate New York, near Villatie (pronounced Vill-a-sha). I'm not certain what regiment he was in, but am certain that he served in the infantry. He was wounded in the Battle of the Bulge. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, and he passed away about 10 years ago. I would like to hear from anyone who remembers my grandfather and could tell me more about him. Please contact John Eckert at eckertjj@potsdam.edu Posted 11 Aug 00
I am looking for any information or anyone who was in B Company, 331st
Infantry, 83rd Div to find out if they knew my Grand-Uncle. His name is
Roland J. G. Despres, serial # 333790778. He was a PFC then later SGT, a light
machine gunner (30 cal), and served from Normandy until Belgium on 22 Jan 45
when he was wounded by frostbite. I have some of his records and pictures
but I would like to get some company photos or find someone who knew him.
Please contact Gene Grenier at MR2NC@aol.com Posted 10 Aug 00
I am looking for anyone who knew Miles Zdenek. Miles was a good friend of mine and died in the war in 1945. He was in the 83rd Infantry Div, 330th Regiment, Company L. Please contact Frank Koss at jkay11215@mac.com Posted 9 Aug 00
I am looking for anyone that knew Sgt. Peter T. Hanggi, L Company, 331st Infantry, 83rd Div, KIA 12/12/44 in Gey, Germany. Pax vobiscum. Glen Hanggi. e-mail: glenhanggi@prodigy.net Posted 6 Aug 00
My dad, Sam Chiappone (Troy, NY), recently passed on and I am trying to reconstruct his time during WWII. I have a fair amount of information on him, but still need to clear up some areas. He was hit by a land mine on 12/18/44 in action near Aachen, Germany. As far as I can tell, it looks like he was in the 83rd Division, Battery A, 322 FA unit. I am looking for any information on his unit and I am interested in contacting people who may have served with him. Please contact Sam Chiappone at chiaps@rpi.edu Posted 5 Aug 00
I am searching for anyone who may have known my uncle Wayne Watkins. He
was a member of the 330th Infantry Regiment, 83rd Division. He is now buried
at the Brittany American Cemetary, near St. James France. We have only sketchy details about him from surviving family members. He was a PFC, and his date of death is listed as Aug 29, 1944. Any Info you have would be greatly appreciated. Send E-Mails to Norbert Watkins at GOBRONCS@webtv.net Posted 2 Aug 00
I own a U.S. M-1 helmet with the unit insignia of the 83rd Infantry
Division. On the outside is printed "Ardennes 5 January 1945". On the
inside is the inscription: "Pfc. Miller 329th Reg." The crest of the helmet
is bullet pierced, probably by a German 8mm round. It appears the bullet
contoured the interface between the helmet and the liner, leaving the owner
largely unscathed. I am very curious if anyone in the 329th might know of a
Private Miller and may have more history to help me document this rare and
unusual helmet. Please contact Don Brizzolara at dbrizz@mtaonline.net Posted 20 July 00
Looking for any information Co A, 330th Inf, 83rd Div. My dad, Peter Sansone, served in Europe from Jun 44-Jan 45. Please e-mail Jim Sansone at j12685@home.com Posted 20 July 00
My grandfather Pfc. Al Kaufman from New York served with Co. I, 330th
Infantry. He was with the 83rd from Atterbury through the end of the war.
I am interested in corresponding with anyone that might have known my
grandfather. Also, he once told me that there is a plaque in France from a
town that he liberated with his name engraved (possibly in the town hall with
the names of some of his buddies). I wish to be able to take my grandmother
there while we are still able. I would appreciate any information that you
may have. Thanks for your help. Please contact Lynne Babchuck at josie7452@email.com Posted 12 July 00
My father, Sgt. Casper "Moe" Marconi was in F Company, 331st IR. He was with the 83rd from Camp Atterbury, Ind. to the Rhineland (March 1945). Anyone who may have known him, please contact Gary Marconi at marconi12@home.com Posted 7 July 00
My uncle Kenneth Rust, 35708187, 330th Infantry, Company E, 83rd Division, was KIA on 4 July 1944. Would like to hear from someone who may have known him or who has knowledge/interest of this day and/or those days preceeding it. Contact Tom Masterson, 2563 North Kentucky Ave., Evansville, IN 47711. Email: TM108@email.msn.com Posted 01 July 00
Seeking info on PFC Norman Bryan Hooker, 331st, Co. C served Aug/Sept.
43--July 6,44 when wounded, sent to England to recuperate. He was then sent to 104th, 414, Regt. Co. I where he died as Staff/Sgt. in battle of Halle, Germany. Seeking 83rd company photos, battles fought in, where wounded, friends who might have known him. He was from Eads, Tennessee outside of Memphis. Will be honored on July 4, 2000 at Cordova, TN. where he went to school. Contact JR Hooker at jrhooker@memphis.edu Posted 30 June 00
Looking for anyone who served with and knew my father, Cpl. Wallace A. Duke (NC) , 83rd Division, 331st Infantry Regiment, Company M during WWII. Dad entered the Army in October 1942 (Camp Atterbury) and served with the 83rd/331st until his discharge in October 1945. He never talked much about the war while he was alive, but I have the letters he wrote back to my mother and a scrapbook of pictures taken by and of him in France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Germany. The few buddies of his I have been able to track down were all deceased. Some names of comrades identified in the letters and photographs who I have not been able to locate include Jay B. Lovelace (Rutherfordton, NC), Freeman (Va), Copper (WV), Rufus Crosley (Ala), Carmichael (?), Bring (Ohio), and William L. Gorman (Peebles, Ohio). Any current information on these or other members of Company M would be much appreciated. Sonny Duke, 5515 Windmill Lane, Raleigh, NC 27606 (919) 362-9222. Email: sonnyduke@msn.com Posted 30 June 00
I am trying to locate someone who may have served with my brother in Germany and France during WW2. His name was Lewis Littrell. I don't know if anyone would have any pictures with the names on them of the group or not. Would be interested in hearing. Please contact Gladys McMains at gmcmains@ccrtc.com Posted 14 June 00
I am searching for the family of Robert Collier who served with the 83rd Infantry Division, and was based at Keele Hall, Newcastle Under Lyme, North Staffordshire, England during 1944. Please respond to FOX_PAULINE@ HOTMAIL.COM Posted 4 June 00
Looking for info about my grandfather, Dorisey Price (DOC), from Booneville, KY. He served with the 83rd Division, and that is about all I know. Contact Donald Price at donnlyne@iwon.com Posted 1 June 00
I am looking for anyone who might have known or have information on George Melvin Glade, serial # 39 924 819. Was a member of the 329th Regiment of the 83rd Division. Was wounded 15 Dec 44 outside Cologne. Served in Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes campaigns. Was rated expert M1, BAR, and carbine. Carried a BAR. Respond to Bruce Glade. Phone: 218-480-2138. Email: bruceg1490@aol.com Posted 30 May 00
Looking for info on Edward F. Zabech, serial # 33306663, D Co., 329th IR, killed in action 7 July 44. Also would like to locate his buddy from same unit, Thomas Fabek, serial # 15018459. Contact Rjg667@cs.com Posted 29 May 00
For those seeking medal replacements, it appears that there has been a change in the procedure to used to verify entitlement. Previous reports indicated that it took as long as two years to get replacement medals. It looks like the new process cuts the time considerably. (In my case, about seven months to get the entitlement notification, and another four months maximum to issue the medals.) Also, anyone who was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge or Combat Medical Badge qualifies for the Bronze Star Medal. I have been told that this is a fairly recent decision. For more info, contact Dave Curry at davecurry@ncweb.com Posted 28 May 00
Looking for anyone who may remember Sgt. Kenneth B. Jones, first scout, 83rd Infantry Division. Please contact Jason M. Gates, SGT, AR ARNG, C BTRY 1 - 142D FA, ADMIN NCO. Phone: 501-212-7411. Email: jason.gates@ar.ngb.army.mil Posted 16 May 00
My father, Jahue R. Cantrell, was KIA on 14 June 1944 in France and is buried at Brittany American Cemetery. He was in the 331st IR, F Company. I have not found anyone who knew him and am still hoping. If anyone has any info about my father please contact Yatesy Cantrell Gilliam at gilliam@pdcn.net Posted 14 May 00.
My father, Tom Judge, was with the 331st Infantry. His Captain was Daniel Moore (Company B). My father was wounded in Lanstein, Germany on or about 13 April 1945. Also Captain Moore was killed in an ambush about this time. If anyone knew my father, please contact Leo Judge at Leoj5098@aol.com Posted 10 May 00.
I am looking for any information about the 83rd Infantry Division, such as accounts, photographs and stories, to help me with a small film project and possibly a small reenactment group in England. If you can help, please contact Rick Roberts at rickroberts83rd@hotmail.com Posted 07 May 00
My father, Jesse Cardona Loa, from Bloomington, Texas, was a Tech Sergeant
in the 83rd Division. He served from 1941 to 1945. He passed away in 1972
when I was 12 years old, but he never told us anything about his war
experiences. Please contact Jesse M. Loa Jr. at JLOA@phsca.org if you know anything about him. Posted 01 May 00
My father, Daniel Carter ("Carter") Morrow, from Burlington, North Carolina, was a Tech Sergeant in the Quartermaster Company, 83rd Division. He served from Camp Atterbury to the Elbe and back. Looking for any 83rd Headquarters vets who served with him. Please contact Dan Morrow at 70754.334@compuserve.com Posted 24 Apr 00
Seeking information about my father Luis Rivera, 83rd Division, 330th Regiment, 308th Medical Battalion, Company B. 1942-1945. I have pictures and memorabilia from his service. Contact Kathy Hazel at Mike_Hazel@hotmail.com Posted 08 Apr 00
Update on the 83rd Division Reunion, hosted by the Boston Chapter of the 83rd Division Infantry Association. Convention dates are 6-10 Sept at the Friar Tuck Inn in the Catskills. The inn is near Cairo, NY and adjacent to the Catskill Game Farm (Route 32 north from Thruway Exit 20). For more information, contact Louis Sandini at loupat1@email.msn.com Posted 01 Mar 00
Looking for information on Sgt. Cecil Barker (35448651), 331st IR. He is listed as MIA either 19 Dec. 44 or 22 Dec. 44. His name is listed on the Tablets of the Missing at the American Cemetery, Margraten, Holland. We do not know what company he was in or circumstances of his death. Any assistance will be appreciated by his family. Please contact Tony Adkins at tladkins@mrtc.com Posted 01 Mar 00
Looking for any information about my great uncle John Huntington from St. Mary's County, Maryland. Killed in action sometime in July 44 near St. Lo, France. Please contact Richard Boggs at boggs244@yahoo.com Posted 18 Feb 00
Looking for 83rd Division veterans who served during occupation (from 14 June to end of 1945) in Low-Bavaria and Deggendorf (DP Center 7). Seeking any information you may have including photos, letters, regimental and division newspapers. Please contact Georg Haberl at habfri@t-online.de Posted 10 Feb 00
Looking for anyone who might know the Regiment/Company of Arnold J. Morton (of Chicago) who served in the 83rd Division from 9 June 44 through 14 Dec 44. Please contact Steven Karras at steveland@earthlink.com Posted 02 Feb 00
Looking for anyone who served with my Great Uncle, Pfc. Michael Harris (Company F, 331st Infantry). He was killed in action on 8 August 1944 in the vicinity of St. Ideuc and LeGue in Northern France during the battle for St. Malo. Please contact K. Harris at reds1@erols.com Posted 26 Jan 00
Trying to locate anyone who knew S/Sgt. Harry L. Cooper who served with our 330th RCT during WWII. Harry awarded the Silver Star in action in Germany during Battle of the Bulge. Contact Bob Parsons at Sargebobp83@aol.com Posted 25 Jan 00
Looking for anyone with information about Clarence William Brown (33534783), Company F, 331st IR, wounded 10 Dec 44. Hospitalized for four months and transferred to 862 Ordnance H.A.M. Co., A.P.O. 887. Last heard from 4 May 45, somewhere in France. Dave Curry davecurry@ncweb.com Posted 25 Jan 00
Anyone seeking information about 83rd Division veterans or units (particularly the 331st Infantry), please contact Robert L. Parsons, Jr. (Sarge) at Sargebobp83@aol.com.Posted 25 Jan 00
The Boston Chapter of the 83 Division Infantry Association will be the host Chapter for the Division Reunion, 6-10 Sept 00. Location is the Friar Tuck Inn. More info coming. Posted 25 Jan 00
The Merode Veterans Association and the 3rd Parachute Division Association will hold their American-German Peace-and-Friendship Reunion from 25-28 May 00 in the towns of Merode and Schlich, Germany (near Gey and Strass). Contact Albert Trostorf (ALBERTTROSTORF@t-online.de) before 30 April 00 for more information. Posted 25 Jan 00
