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2003-01-20 - D.Smith wrote: I am searching for any information relating to Lt/Col Victor E. PHASEY who was Commanding Officer, Hq.Co. 3rd Bn. 264th Infantry Regiment. He was killed on the SS Leopoldville on Xmas Eve 1944. I would like to hear from anyone who served with him, who knew him or his family?

2002-12-16 - Dale Holmes wrote: My father Hazen Holmes was discharged November 9th 1945 with honors from Fort Devens, Mass. He was a Private First Class in the 2nd. Battalion 135th Infantry Regiment. He served in the Naples Foggia campaign and the Rome Arno campaign and in North Apennines and also Po Valley. If anyone knew of him I would like to hear from you and find out what he was like. I remember a few stories he told me of some of his friends and I even have a couple of photos of him in his uniform and a few of him standing next to some of his army buddies. He died August 24th 1978 when I was 17 and he is to this day dearly missed.

2002-12-05 - Frederick Miller,PH1,USN Ret wrote: The following obituary was published in today's (12-05-02) edition of the Schenectady (NY) Daily Gazette. Stuart M. Cotton Palatine Bridge -- Mr. Stuart M. Cotton, 91, of Lafayette St., died Wednesday, December 4, 2002, at the Palatine Nursing Home, after a long illness. Mr. Cotton was born in Springfield, NY on October 29, 1911, the son of the late Lester and Cornelia Ostrander Cotton. He attended Canajoharie schools and was employed at the Beech–Nut Corp., Canajoharie, in the maintenance department, for 20 years before retiring in 1969. Mr. Cotton was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WWII in the 66th Division–Panther as a Corporal–Dispatcher in the Motor Vehicle. He was a member of the American Legion Post 222 Smith– Schultz, 32 Degree Mason, Ziyara Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. of Utica, Hamilton Lodge No. 79 F&AM, Canajoharie, and the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Chapter Consistory Valley of Utica. Mr. Cotton resided in the Fonda area with his beloved friends, Lula and Ronald Wilmot and family, from 1992 to 1997, before moving to Palatine Bridge. He had also resided in Canajoharie, Ames, Johnstown and Florida. He was of the Methodist faith. Mr. Cotton married Marie Winsman Cotton, on August 3, 1934. She died on March 14, 1990. He is survived by his brother and sister–in–law, Gordon and Margaret Cotton of South Carolina; niece, Joyce Hayes of South Carolina; beloved sister–in–law, Iva Zajicek of Johnstown; and family friends, Lula and Ronald Wilmot and family. Mr. Cotton is also survived by several cousins and friends. He was predeceased by a brother, George Cotton; sister, Mary Wicks; and nephew, Jim Hayes. A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, December 6, at the Chapel of Houghtaling & Smith Funeral Home, Inc., 20 Otsego Street, Canajoharie, with the Rev. Chris Degraff, Pastor of the Fonda Reformed Church, officiating. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Evergreen Cemetery, Fonda, at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

2002-12-04 - Walter Bryant, Birmingham News wrote: As Christmas approaches, repoters everywhere look for stories with a holiday angle. If anyone knows of any Alabamaians who survived the sinking of the Leopoldville,I would like to interview them for a story. You can e-mail at wbryant@bhamnews,com Or toll-free at 1-800-283-4144 Walter Bryant, staff writer

2002-11-28 - Alfred Olivolo wrote: My Father nickname "Curly" Fred Or Alfred Olivolo was in the Black Panther 66th Arny division . I don't know much more Except he was from NY. I have some great pictures if interested. Good luck to all searching.

2002-11-28 - Harold Shull wrote: Anyone searching for lost family members about 11/26/43 might try researching the "HMT Rohna" sunk on that date. Sinking was covered up by gov't. for 50 years. There were 1500 casualties. According to the website: http://www.whidbey.net/rohna/rohna.htm only a very few families were ever notified of the diaster. This sounds similiar to the "Leopoldville" sinking. This story recently aired on the History Channel.

2002-11-20 - Jimmie R Crowl wrote: I am trying to locate someone that may have know my Uncle: Elmar Ray Crowl. He was in the 66th Division 264th Infantry Company I. I think 3rd Platoon. He was killed December 24th 1944 on the SS Leopoldville just off the French coast. If you know him it would mean a great deal to our family to speak with you. You can reach me in Houston at (281) 353-0926 or at this email address.

2002-11-15 - Rabon Smith wrote: IM TRYING TO LOCATE ARMY PERSONNEL WHO BASIC TRAINED WITH ME AT FT. BRAGG OCTOBER TO DECEMBER 1968 IN E-8-2. MY CASE WITH MY MILITARY DISCHARGE AND PITCHERS WERE STOLEN, I VALUE THOSE PIC WHILE IN BASIC. I THOUGHT MABY I COULD GET SOMEONE TO MAKE A COPY OF PLATOON PICTURE TO SHOW MY GRAND KIDS. RABON SMITH

2002-10-20 - robert william martin wrote: my mother norma may martin was in the army in WWII she was england somewhere she came back to kanscity in 1945 i was born 4 17 1945.i never knew my dad think his last was brown she was 26 when i born if anybody out their knew her i would like to hear from them also i have a halve sister glenda russell born in 1958 inn kanascity mo my mother went school in raymore mo. 1937 class contac me robert w martin po box 354 archie mo 64725.phone no.816 430 5541 thanks..

2002-09-11 - JAYNE CABIRAC wrote: i'm looking for any ancestry of benjamin jewell 1st married sophie prevost and also later married sarah issacs. i believe he was born in prussia, but his parents were from england. your site is really interesting. thanks jayne cabirac

2002-08-12 - Edward R. Matte wrote: Would anyone have any information or perhaps remember my Dad? His name is Walter B. Matte Jr. He was a staff sergent. He was with the 66th.Black Panther Div.He once mentioned a headquarters unit and an A.A.unit that he was with.He is still living and would be very happy to hear from an old Army buddy.He will not speak much of his exploits and comrades but,we know that he seen hell. Any information on the history of the 66th. would be greatly appreciated. Sincerly,Ed,one of his sons.

2002-08-09 - Bill Proctor wrote: My father served in the 34th div in Italy during WWII. Does anybody have any info on a John Junior Proctor. He was a corp. I do not know much about his time in the war he did not talk to me much about it. Any info would be appreciated. Bill Proctor

2002-08-09 - Bill Proctor wrote: My father served in the 34th div in Italy during WWII. Does anybody have any info on a John Junior Proctor. He was a corp. I do not know much about his time in the war he did not talk to me much about it. Any info would be appreciated. Bill Proctor

2002-08-06 - Brenda Richardson wrote: My father, Walter Ralph Creech served in the Army in the 85th Division, 339 Infantry, Cannon Company. If anyone has any information about this group I would certainly appreciate you contacting me. I think they were called the Polar Bears. Thanks.

2002-07-22 - Judith Pearson wrote: Chris - Congratulations on a great website and tribute to your dad and his generation. I lived in Brittany while going to college and have never stopped loving that part of France. My father, too, is a WWII vet, and he, my young sons and I were also in Normandy for the anniversary celebration. Furthermore, I am an author currently at work on a book about a woman OSS agent who spent some time in Brittany (which was how I stumbled onto your web page). Please thank your father on my behalf for his service - if it were not for those brave men, our world would have been a very different place.

2002-07-19 - Larry Strother wrote: There are many really heart touching comments/stories related on these pages. I would like to invite all of you who lost a parent to WWII to join us at the American World War II Orphans Network (AWON). This organization is dedicated to bringing together those who lost a parent to the war. It is amazing to talk to these people and read their stories. So much that I personally suffered/endured in silence was also experienced by my brothers and sisters of AWON. If you fall into our "orphans" category, Please visit the web site at WWW.AWON.ORG. You will be emotionally lifted and supported by what you find there and I feel certain you will want to become a part of this wonderful organization. If you have any questions you may feel free to contact me at lstrother@charter.net or any of the officeres of AWON identified on the web site.

2002-06-20 - C.J.Porteous wrote: am looking for my father charles warren /charles richards.he was from winnipeg and was based at witley camp,witley surrey england.this wasaround 1942 1943.my mothers name was joan carter. please can someone help me .i am really desperate to trace him.thankyou.

2002-05-30 - Harold Shull wrote: I am trying to find information on: 66th Infantry Division, 871st Field Artillery Battallion, Battery C. My dad served in this unit. He is still alive, but has never talked about his experiences. It is too bad there aren't more forums like this so we can learn more of the lesser known military units.

2002-04-28 - Zane Hood wrote: Does anyone have information on my brother Grayson E. Hood who was in the 66th Div in WWII. I know he was in Marsaile France and other areas. If anyone knows him please contact me at Hoodlula@aol.com ASAP. He has been deceased since 1970 but am trying to get information for his Son. Zane Hood

2002-04-25 - Greg Sjostrom wrote: My Father served in the 66th Infantry Division, 263rd. Infantry Regiment,2nd Battalion, Headquarters Company Ammunition &Pioneer Platoon. 1943 to 1946. His name is George W. Sjostrom Jr. He fought around Nantes, and St.Nazere Sub pen pockets, and points east.

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