CPL John P. Pingree

Hello,  My name is Kelli Pingree and I am seeking more information about my father-in-law who was a POW in the Korean War. I found the information below on the Korean War Ex-POW website.  Name: John P. Pingree (CPL)Unit 7DCamp 5Pyokdong near Pyoktong He was held for 3 years, I believe during 1950-53 (maybe) I also know he received several medals for his time served which I think...
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James F. Chillis

I’m looking for any army picture of my uncle, his name is James F Chillis he was a prisoner in the Korean war from 1951 to 1953 at Pyok-Dong.  Anything you would have or can find on him would be appreciated.  My personal email is richardsonmelanie85@gmail.com Thank you, Melanie Richardson I am trying to find out information regarding my uncle. His name was James F Chillis he was a...
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Franklin Jack Chapman

Franklin Jack Chapman, Sr. of Santa Fe, NM, died on January 17, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Claudette, and children: Debbie DeMarais, Jack Jr. (Rob Howe), Cindy (Mano Jones), and Patrick. Jack was born on January 24, 1932, in Wagoner, OK. At 16, he enlisted in the Army and in 1950 was sent to Korea. On November 30, 1950, as part of the Heavy Weapons Platoon, Company D, 31st Infantry...
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8th Army Welcome Home

This is the booklet that P.O.W.s were given at Freedom Village to explain the repatriation process. This booklet was provided by the family of Franklin Jack Chapman.
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Robert W. Fleming

Robert W. Fleming, Sr. of Memphis, TN the first Korean POW to be released in Operation Little Switch has gone to his eternal home – Robert W. Fleming, Sr., 88, passed away December 6, 2018 at VA Hospital, Memphis from numerous illnesses. He was a BAR man with the 2nd Infantry Indianhead Division and captured when Chinese over ran their position. Status unknown for almost 1 1/2 years,...
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