and for U.S. Seventh Fleet to neutralize Formosan
Strait.
28 Jun NKPA captures Seoul, South Korean capital.
29 Jun Pres Truman orders naval blockade of Korean coast;
authorizes Far East Commander, Gen MacArthur, to send
U.S. ground troops into Korea.
30 Jun Pres Truman receives Congressional authorization
to order into active service any or all reserve
components of Armed Forces, for a period of 21 months.
2 Jul CNO directs that Marine reinforced regiment with
supporting air be prepared for assignment to Far East.
2 Jul CinCFE requests Marine RCT-air unit for Far East.
This was inception of 1st Provisional Marine Brigade,
formed less than a week later.
3 Jul Inchon captured by North Koreans.
5 Jul-4 Aug UNC fights series of delaying actions in Korea.
7 Jul U.N. Security Council authorizes formation of a
United Nations Command as counterforce against NKPA
aggression.
7 Jul 1st ProvMarBrig activated at Camp Pendleton, under
BGen Edward A. Craig. Basic elements of 6,534-man
Brigade are 5th Marines and MAG-33.
8 Jul Gen MacArthur named Commander, UNC.
10 Jul CinCUNC asks Joint Chiefs of Staff to authorize
expansion of Marine Brigade to full war-strength
division.
12–14 Jul 1st ProvMarBrig embarks for Korean theater.
12 Jul LtGen Walton H. Walker named CG, Eighth U.S. Army in
Korea.
19 Jul CinCUNC makes 2d request for Marine division.
19 Jul Pres Truman authorizes Defense Dept to call up reserve
units and individuals.
19 Jul CMC alerts Marine Corps organized reserve units
for call to active duty following Presidential
announcement.
20 Jul CMC, Gen Clifton B. Cates, orders to duty Organized
Marine Corps ground reserve units, consisting of 22
units and 4,830 personnel. Partial callup for 6,000
air reservists in 30 Marine VMF and 12 MGCI squadrons.
20 Jul Taejon, temporary ROK capital, captured.
21 Jul CinCUNC makes 3d request for Marine division.
25 Jul UNC defense at Pusan deteriorates. CinCUNC orders 1st
ProvMarBrig directly to Korea.
25 Jul JCS directs Marine Corps to build 1stMarDiv to
war-strength.
31 Jul Masan and Chinju fall to enemy.
2–3 Aug 1st ProvMarBrig arrives Pusan. Moves to bivouac area
near Masan.
3 Aug First Marine air strike launched by VMF-214.
4 Aug Pusan Perimeter established by UNC in southeastern end
of Korea.
4 Aug First evacuation of casualties from Pusan by Marine
VMO-6 helicopters.
6 Aug First air mission flown by VMF-323.
6–8 Aug CinCUNC confers with U.S. military-diplomatic
officials about proposed Inchon amphibious landing.
7–13 Aug Marine Brigade engaged in first combat operations at
Chinju.
10 Aug First Marine helicopter rescue made by VMO-6 to
recover downed pilot.
10–24 Aug 1stMarDiv units embark for Korea.
16 Aug EUSAK X Corps activated for coming Inchon-Seoul
operation. Principal elements are 1stMarDiv and Army
7thInfDiv.
17 Aug Marine Brigade opens battle for Obong-ni (“No Name”)
Ridge, leading way to destruction of enemy bridgehead
at Naktong and first UNC victory in Korea.
17 Aug 7th Marines activated at Camp Pendleton and on 1 Sep
embarks for Far East, arriving 21 Sep.
1–5 Sep NKPA launches all-out offensive to break UNC perimeter
defense at Pusan. In Second Naktong Battle, Brigade
contains enemy at Yongsan.
13 Sep 1st ProvMarBrig deactivated and absorbed by 1stMarDiv
for Inchon operation.
15 Sep D-Day, Inchon amphibious assault, spearheaded by
1stMarDiv.
17 Sep 1stMarDiv (5th Marines) recaptures Kimpo Airfield.
19–25 Sep Enemy resistance at Pusan begins to collapse. NKPA
troops in retreat north from Pusan.
27 Sep 1stMarDiv recaptures Seoul. ROK Capital officially
liberated 29 Sep.
30 Sep Communist China Foreign Minister Chou En-lai warns:
“The Chinese people will not supinely tolerate
seeing their neighbors being savagely invaded by the
imperialists.”
30 Sep-1 Oct ROK 3d Div crosses 38th Parallel in pursuit of
retreating NKPA.
7 Oct UN General Assembly authorizes UNC forces to cross
38th Parallel to defeat NKPA.
10 Oct Wonsan, east coast port at 39th Parallel, captured by
ROK troops.
10 Oct Chinese repeat warning of intervention in Korean
conflict.
16 Oct First Chinese Communist troops secretly enter Korea
from Manchuria.
19 Oct Pyongyang, North Korean Capital at 39th Parallel,
captured by EUSAK.
26 Oct Chinese troops attack ROK units at Yalu River and
points south of Sino-Korean border.
26 Oct 1stMarDiv lands at Wonsan, establishes security for
port, and drives north.
1 Nov UNC forward elements reach positions along Yalu. First
Russian-built MIG appears along Yalu to attack U.S.
aircraft.
2 Nov Strong Chinese and NKPA forces attack EUSAK at Unsan,
causing withdrawal across Chongchon River. First
identification of Chinese Communist Forces (CCF) in
Korea.
3–7 Nov Initial Marine encounter with CCF. 7th Marines units
defeat major elements of 124th CCF Division.
6 Nov MacArthur warns JCS that movement of CCF across Yalu
threatens UNC position.
15 Nov Marine units reach Chosin Reservoir area in X Corps
drive north.
24 Nov MacArthur announced “win the war” offensive. EUSAK
begins advance toward Yalu.
26–27 Nov CCF, 200,000-strong, attack EUSAK troops forcing
withdrawal. 1stMarDiv isolated at Yudam-ni, west of
Chosin. MSR cut.
28 Nov-3 Dec 1stMarDiv turns back CCF attacks. Prepares to move
south. Regroups at Hagaru-ri for drive to Hungnam.
4 Dec Pyongyang recaptured by enemy.
5–7 Dec 1stMarDiv evacuates wounded by air and fights through
to Koto-ri.
6 Dec Innovation of using airborne TADC as tactical CP to
control air support.
10 Dec First Marine jet squadron to fly in combat, VMF-311,
begins operations.
11 Dec 1stMarDiv completes fighting breakout from Chosin
entrapment. Begins march to join rest of X Corps at
Hungnam.
15 Dec 1stMarDiv deployed from Hungnam to Pusan.
15 Dec UNC establishes new defensive line at 38th Parallel.
18 Dec-27 Jan Marine division routs enemy guerrilla forces in
Masan-Pohang-Sondong-Andong area.
23 Dec EUSAK CG Walker killed in jeep accident. Gen Matthew
B. Ridgway named to succeed him.
24 Dec Hungnam evacuation completed by X Corps.
29 Dec Large enemy buildup reported north of 38th Parallel,
preparing for new attack.
_1951_
31 Dec-1 Jan Enemy launches all-out offensive against UNC across
38th Parallel, pushing EUSAK back 10–12 miles.
4 Jan Seoul recaptured by Communists.
7–15 Jan Enemy offensive halted, UNC sets up new defense line
along Pyongtaek-Wonju axis, at 37th Parallel.
25 Jan UNC reassumes offensive. Operation THUNDERBOLT
launched by I and IX Corps to regain territory south
of Han River.
Jan-Feb 1stMarDiv continues antiguerrilla operations in Masan
area.
7 Feb Communists forced north of Han River. UNC retakes
Inchon peninsula.
mid-Feb 1stMarDiv reassigned from X to IX Corps.
21 Feb Operation KILLER, a general limited objective advance
by U.S. IX and X Corps, ordered by Gen Ridgway.
1stMarDiv reenters frontlines for operation.
7 Mar Operation RIPPER begins in central and eastern zones,
with advance across Han by IX and X Corps.
14 Mar Seoul retaken by U.S. Eighth Army for second time.
27–31 Mar 1stMarDiv occupies 28,000-meter sector north of
Hongchon. UNC elements reach 38th Parallel.
1–21 Apr 1stMarDiv in general advance north to the Hwachon
Reservoir.
8 Apr Operation RIPPER clears enemy troops from South Korea
east of Imjin River.
11 Apr Pres Truman relieves Gen MacArthur as CinCUNC,
replacing him by Gen Ridgway, CG, EUSAK. LtGen James
A. Van Fleet named Commander, EUSAK.
15 Apr UNC establishes defensive line along 38th
Parallel, or KANSAS Line. Enemy heavily emplaced
in Chorwon-Kumhwa-Pyonggang (“The Iron Triangle”)
assembly area.
22 Apr-8 Jul CCF launches all-out “Spring Offensive.”
23–27 Apr 1stMarDiv halts CCF left flank breakthrough of IX
Corps, establishes defense line in Chunchon vicinity.
30 Apr UNC completes withdrawal to new defense line north of
Seoul. Intelligence reports indicate CCF plans renewed
attack.
1 May 1stMarDiv reassigned to X Corps.
9 May 1st MAW squadrons participate in FAF 300-plane strike
on Sinuiju, near Yalu. Biggest raid of war to date.
16 May Second phase of enemy offensive begins. CCF drives
south from Iron Triangle area, making penetrations
15–20 miles deep along the front.
20 May FAF launches Operation STRANGLE, massive all-out
interdiction effort.
21 May UNC launches counter offensive, pushes enemy north of
38th Parallel again. 1stMarDiv drives toward Yanggu at
eastern end of Hwachon Reservoir.
30 May Eighth Army back on KANSAS Line again.
1–16 Jun 1stMarDiv advances northeast from Hwachon Reservoir
to Punchbowl. Claws out daily gains of 1,000–2,000
meters, reaching objective despite heavy NKPA fire.
mid-Jun UNC forces consolidate positions at 38th Parallel. UNC
front approximately the same line as when Communist
spring offensive began.
23 Jun UN Soviet delegate, Jacob Malik, proposes cease-fire
discussions.
30 Jun UN notifies enemy of its readiness to discuss an
armistice.
10 Jul Truce talks begin at Kaesong and fighting dies down
along front. UN delegation led by U.S. Vice Admiral C.
Turner Joy. Communists represented by LtGen Nam Il,
NKPA.
26 Jul Negotiators at Kaesong agree on preliminary agenda.
5 Aug UNC suspends truce talks because of armed enemy troops
in neutral area. Cease-fire talks resumed 10 Aug.
22 Aug Communists halt cease-fire talks, charge UN aircraft
has violated neutrality zone.
31 Aug In final UNC offensive action of war, 1stMarDiv opens
assault at Punchbowl. UN launches limited attacks to
straighten line.
5 Sep 1stMarDiv gains initial objectives in Punchbowl area,
new ridgeline to become part of Line MINNESOTA,
EUSAK defensive line. Heavy attacks by IX Corps at
Heartbreak and Bloody Ridge.
13 Sep HMR-161 effects first Marine mass helicopter combat
resupply maneuver, Operation WINDMILL I.
18 Sep Marines advance to Soyang River, north of Punchbowl.
21 Sep Operation SUMMIT, first helicopter deployment of a
combat unit, lands 224 fully-equipped troops and
17,772 lbs of cargo in Punchbowl area.
25 Oct Following two weeks of discussion between liaison
officers, truce talks resumed at new site, Panmunjom.
28 Oct Cease-fire line agreed upon as present line of contact.
11 Nov HMR-161 conducts first frontline relief of a Marine
battalion, in Operation SWITCH.
12 Nov Gen Ridgway, CinCUNC, orders EUSAK Commander, Gen Van
Fleet to cease offensive operations and begin active
defense of UN front.
Nov-Dec General stalemate along Korean battlefront during
truce discussions.
18 Dec Prisoner of war lists exchanged by UN and Communists.
_1952_
2 Jan UNC proposes principle of “voluntary repatriation” in
POW exchange.
3 Jan UNC proposal violently rejected by Communists.
Jan-Apr Disorders in UNC prison camps as screening of
prisoners begins.
22 Feb Communist Korean Foreign Affairs Minister charges
America with renewed bacteriological warfare attacks
in North Korea. Chinese Communist Foreign Minister
Chou En-Lai, issues similar statement on 8 Mar,
alleging U.S. flyers participate in “germ warfare.”
17 Mar 1stMarDiv reassigned from X Corps eastern-Korea
position to I Corps far western end of EUSAK line.
Takes over approximately 35 miles of Line JAMESTOWN on
24 Mar.
28 Apr Adm Joy presents UN “final offer,” insists on
voluntary repatriation principle.
7–11 May Rioting prisoners at Koje-do camp seize Gen Dodd and
hold him hostage, until order restored.
12 May Gen Mark W. Clark succeeds Ridgway as CinCUNC, upon
latter’s departure to assume NATO command from Gen
Eisenhower.
22 May MajGen William K. Harrison succeeds Adm Joy as chief
of UN delegation at Panmunjom.
Jun-Oct General stalemate along battlefront while truce talks
deadlocked on POW repatriation question. Sharp limited
objective attacks made by enemy against UNC defensive
line.
9–16 Aug First major Marine ground action in western Korea,
Battle of Bunker Hill (1st Marines).
19–20 Aug HMR-161 Operation RIPPLE introduces tactical
innovation of transporting 4.5-inch rocket battery
weapons and personnel to new firing position.
29 Aug Largest one-day FAF air assault of entire war, “All
United Nations Air Effort” sends 1,403 sorties against
North Korean Capital, Pyongyang.
22–26 Sep First resupply of MLR regiment by helicopter in
Operation HAYLIGHT.
8 Oct UNC adjourns armistice talks “indefinitely”; complete
deadlock on POW question.
26–28 Oct Battle of the Hook (7th Marines).
4 Nov Dwight D. Eisenhower elected President.
17 Nov India introduces compromise truce plan at United
Nations.
2 Dec President-elect Eisenhower begins three-day tour of
Korea.
3 Dec UN General Assembly adopts compromise Indian
resolution by 54 to 5 vote.
_1953_
Jan-Feb Winter lull in fighting. Cease-fire talks remain
suspended.
2 Feb President Eisenhower, in State of Union message, ends
“neutralization” of Formosa Strait.
11 Feb Gen Maxwell D. Taylor assumes EUSAK command from Gen
Van Fleet.
22 Feb UNC proposes exchange of sick and wounded POWs, as
preliminary step in full exchange of prisoners.
5 Mar Premier Joseph Stalin of Russia dies. Georgi Malenkov
named to succeed him.
26–30 Mar 1stMarDiv combat outposts Vegas-Reno-Carson (5th
Marines) under heavy attack.
28 Mar Communists accept UN proposal to discuss exchange of
sick and wounded POWs.
30 Mar Chou En-lai indicates Communists will accept Indian UN
compromise proposal. Truce talks to be resumed.
12 Apr 1st MAW flies first night CAS missions, using
intersecting searchlight beams to mark enemy targets.
20–26 Apr Exchange of sick and wounded POWs, “Operation LITTLE
SWITCH,” takes place at Panmunjom, under direction of
Munsan-ni Provisional Command.
26 Apr Truce talks resumed at Panmunjom.
5 May 1stMarDiv relieved by U.S. 25thInfDiv; 1st Division
assigned mission of I Corps Reserve.
7 May Communists accept UN proposal that prisoners unwilling
to be repatriated be kept in neutral custody within
Korea, rather than be removed elsewhere to a neutral
nation.
28–30 May Savage fighting while truce details worked out by
negotiators. CCF launches regimental-strength attack
against I Corps sector. Heavy action in Nevada Cities
and Hook area outposts. Marine tanks and artillery in
support of defending 25thInfDiv line units.
6 Jun ROK national Assembly demands freedom for
anti-Communist North Koreans held in South Korean POW
camps. Civilian demonstrations break out in various
EUSAK and I Corps localities.
8 Jun Agreement reached on POW question. POW nonrepatriates
to be turned over to five-member neutral commission to
decide disposition of POW cases. Pres Rhee declares
armistice terms unacceptable to South Korea.
9 Jun ROK National Assembly unanimously rejects truce terms.
10–17 Jun Communists launch heaviest offensive in two years
against ROK II Corps sector in Kumsong area. Heavy
penetrations, with ROK II Corps pushed 4000 yards
south to new MLR.
18 Jun Breakout of 25,000 North Korean anti-Communist
prisoners from South Korean POW camps, assisted by
ROK guards. Release ordered by Pres Rhee as protest
against proposed armistice.
18–20 Jun Communists accuse UNC of complicity in freeing
prisoners; truce talks suspended.
23–25 Jun Pres Rhee continues opposition to truce terms. Walter
Robinson, U.S. Asst. Sec. of State for Far East and
Gen Mark Clark start confidential talks with Rhee.
7–8 Jul COPs Berlin-East Berlin (7th Marines right regimental
sector) under attack during Marine relief of
25thInfDiv.
8 Jul 1stMarDiv assumes operational control of its former
MLR sector, relieving 25thInfDiv.
8 Jul Communists agree to resume armistice negotiations;
talks reconvened 10 July.
11 Jul Robertson announces that Pres Rhee will no longer
oppose truce terms.
11 Jul Maj John F. Bolt, VMF-115, becomes first Marine jet
ace with kill of his fifth and sixth MIGs.
13–20 Jul CCF launches even larger offensive than June attack
along central Korean front. IX and ROK II Corps MLR
reestablished south of Kumsong River.
19 Jul Negotiators at Panmunjom reach agreement on truce.
19 Jul Marine outposts Berlin-East Berlin overrun; I Corps
decrees positions should not be retaken.
24–27 Jul Heavy enemy attack in Berlin Complex (“Boulder City”)
area held by 7th and 1st Marines.
27 Jul Cease-fire agreement signed at Panmunjom at 1000.
Fighting ends. Armistice effective at 2200.
5 Aug-6 Sep Final exchange of prisoners in Operation BIG SWITCH,
at Panmunjom.
APPENDIX C
Command and Staff List
1ST MARINE DIVISION (REINFORCED)
AND
1ST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING
MARCH 1952-JULY 1953
_1st Marine Division_
Commanding General MajGen John T. Selden (to 28 Aug 1952)
MajGen Edwin A. Pollock (from 29 Aug)
MajGen Randolph McC. Pate (from 16
Jun 1953)
Asst Division Commander BGen William J. Whaling (to 23 Mar
1952)
BGen Merrill B. Twining (from 24 Mar)
BGen Robert O. Bare (from 13 Jun)
BGen Joseph C. Burger (from 31 Mar 1953)
Chief of Staff Col Austin R. Brunelli (to 10 Oct 1952)
Col Henry W. Buse, Jr. (from 11 Oct)
Col Lewis W. Walt (from 15 Jun 1953)
G-1 Col Walter N. Flournoy (to 31 Mar 1952)
Col John F. Dunlap (from 1 Apr)
Col Sidney M. Kelly (from 11 Sep)
Col Albert F. Metze (from 1 Jun 1953)
Col Wendell H. Duplantis (from 20 Jul)
G-2 LtCol James H. Tinsley (to 9 Apr 1952)
Col Sidney S. Wade (from 10 Apr)
LtCol William R. Watson, Jr. (from 24
Apr)
Col Clarence A. Barninger, Jr. (from
11 Oct)
Col William F. Prickett (from 20 Dec)
Col Loren E. Haffner (from 1 Apr 1953)
Col James E. Mills (from 10 Jul)
G-3 LtCol Gordon D. Gayle (to 22 Apr 1952)
LtCol James H. Tinsley (from 24 Apr)
Col Russell E. Honsowetz (from 15 Jun)
Col Eustace R. Smoak (from 16 Dec)
Col Lewis W. Walt (from 18 Apr 1953)
LtCol Jess P. Ferrill, Jr. (from 15 Jun)
G-4 Col Robert A. McGill (to 27 Aug 1952)
Col Thomas A. Culhane (from 28 Aug)
Col Kenneth A. King (from 12 Nov)
Col Richard H. Crockett (from 15 Dec)
Col Thomas S. Ivey (from 15 May 1953)
_Special Staff_
Adjutant Maj James K. Young (to 5 May 1952)
Maj Charles T. Lamb (from 6 May)
Maj Clyde W. Shealy (from 24 Feb 1953)
Maj George K. Acker (from 1 Jun)
Air Officer LtCol Edward V. Finn (to 14 Mar 1952)
LtCol Walter F. Cornnell (from 15 Mar)
LtCol William E. Abblitt (from 12 Feb
1953)
Anti-Tank Officer Maj Harold C. Howard (to 4 Aug 1952)
Maj Herbert E. L. Zastrow (from 5 Aug)
LtCol Earl W. Gardner (from 18 Nov)
Maj Marshall Salvaggio (from 10 Jan
1953)
Capt William F. Doehler (from 6 Apr)
Amphibian Tractor Officer LtCol Michiel Dobervich (to 1 Aug
1952)
LtCol Edwin B. Wheeler (from 2 Aug)
LtCol George S. Saussy, Jr. (from 7
Nov)
LtCol Frank R. Wilkinson, Jr. (from
16 Mar 1953)
Maj John McN. Rosebush (from 16 Jun)
Armored Amphibian Officer LtCol John T. O’Neill (to 5 Aug 1952)
Maj James L. Jones (from 6 Aug)
LtCol Henry G. Lawrence, Jr. (from 12
Aug)
LtCol Fenlon A. Durand (from 4 Dec)
Maj Ralph J. Parker, Jr. (from 16 May
1953)
LtCol Maurice C. Goodpasture (from 15
Jul)
Artillery Officer Col Frederick P. Henderson (to 20 Sep
1952)
Col Harry N. Shea (from 21 Sep)
Col James E. Mills (from 22 Feb 1953)
Col Manley L. Curry (from 5 Jul)
Chaplain Cdr Walter S. Peck, Jr., USN (to 16
Apr 1952)
Cdr Edward A. Slattery, USN (from 17
Apr)
Cdr Lonnie W. Meachum, USN (from 28
Dec)
Chemical Warfare and
Radiological Defense
Officer Maj Harold C. Howard (to 4 Aug 1952)
Maj Herbert E. L. Zastrow (from 5 Aug)
LtCol Earl W. Gardner (from 18 Nov)
Maj Marshall Salvaggio (from 10 Jan
1953)
Capt Gerald W. Gibson (from 30 Jan)
Dental Officer Capt Francis C. Snyder, USN (to 26
Apr 1952)
Cdr Clifford H. Rice, USN (from 27
Apr)
Capt William M. Fowler, USN (from 26
May)
Capt James R. Justice, USN (from 12
Mar 1953)
Embarkation Officer LtCol John H. Papurca (to 1 Mar 1952)
LtCol James F. Coady (from 2 Mar)
LtCol Richard S. Johnson (from 5 Sep)
Maj Edwin J. St. Peter (from 6 Nov)
LtCol John N. Rentz (from 24 Nov)
LtCol Sidney F. Jenkins (from 12 May
1953)
Engineer Officer Col August L. Vogt (to 5 Jul 1952)
(None listed for 6–16 July)
Col Robert E. Fojt (from 17 Jul)
LtCol Harry D. Clarke (from 1 Feb
1953)
Col Walter R. Lytz (from 1 Apr)
Exchange Officer Capt Benjamin Reed (to 28 Nov 1952)
Capt John H. Thomas (from 29 Nov)
Food Director 1stLt Herbert E. McNabb (to 15 Jun
1952)
Maj Louis P. Penny (from 16 Jun)
Maj Francis K. Bernardini (from 23
Apr 1953)
Historical Officer 2dLt Francis X. Goss (to 22 Mar 1952)
Capt Robert F. Seward (from 23 Mar)
Capt William R. Smith (from 16 Jul)
1stLt Virgil S. Price (from 8 Nov)
2dLt John J. Creamer, Jr. (from 7 Dec)
Capt Verle E. Ludwig (from 6 Apr 1953)
2dLt Thomas A. MacCalla (from 22 Jul)
Inspector Col William K. Davenport, Jr. (to 17
Mar 1952)
Col Thomas C. Moore (from 18 Mar)
Col Eustace R. Smoak (from 18 Jul)
Col Clayton O. Totman (from 9 Aug)
Col Wallace M. Nelson (from 5 Dec)
Col Albert F. Metze (from 29 Apr 1953)
Col Manley L. Curry (from 1 Jun)
Col Edwin C. Ferguson (from 13 Jul)
Legal Officer LCdr Arnold W. Eggen, USN (to 12 Jan
1953)
Cdr Earl C. Collins, USN (from 13 Jan)
LtCol Raymond G. Coyne (from 8 Jul)
Motor Transport Officer Maj Walter R. O Quinn (to 14 May 1952)
LtCol Kenneth E. Martin (from 15 May)
LtCol Hugh J. Chapman (from 12 Mar
1953)
LtCol Jack F. McCollum (from 29 Jun)
Naval Gunfire Officer Maj John V. Downs (to 5 Aug 1952)
LtCol William P. Pala (from 6 Aug)
LtCol Robert D. Shaffer (from 16 Sep)
LtCol Henry H. Reichner, Jr. (from 20
Dec)
LtCol Robert D. Shaffer (from 26 Apr
1953)
Capt Robert J. Daeschler (from 15 Jul)
Ordnance Officer Maj Harold C. Borth (to 5 May 1952)
LtCol William F. Pulver (from 6 May)
Maj Joseph O. Weist (from 4 Jun)
Maj Stanley Tesko (from 21 Oct)
LtCol Marshall R. Pilcher (from 1 Apr
1953)
LtCol Samuel L. Grigsby (from 1 Jun)
Postal Officer CWO George C. Hunter (to 25 Jun 1952)
2dLt Frederick T. McNamara, Jr. (from
26 Jun)
2dLt Rudolph R. Hendrick (from 18 May
1953)
CWO Emerson R. Murrell (from 2 Jun)
Provost Marshal LtCol William F. Pulver (to 31 Mar
1952)
LtCol Sidney J. Altman (from 1 Apr)
LtCol Frederick R. Findtner (from 15
Aug)
LtCol Jess P. Ferrill (from 12 Jan
1953)
LtCol Harold R. Warner, Jr. (from 18
Apr)
Maj Walter L. Williams (from 23 Jul)
Public Information Officer 1stLt Robert S. Gray (to 5 May 1952)
1stLt Robert F. Coll (from 6 May)
Maj Charles F. McKiever (from 5 Jul)
Capt Bem Price (from 7 Nov)
Capt Verle E. Ludwig (from 21 Jul
1953)
Shore Party Officer LtCol Warren S. Sivertsen (to 26 Jul
1952)
Col William G. Robb (from 27 Jul)
LtCol Russell Duncan (from 2 Oct)
Col Glenn C. Funk (from 3 Dec)
Col William H. Barba (from 21 Mar
1953)
Signal Officer LtCol Jino J. D’Allessandro (to 5 Apr
1952)
LtCol John E. Morris (from 6 Apr)
LtCol Eugene A. Dueber (from 18 Aug)
LtCol Ralph M. Wismer (from 14 Nov)
LtCol Frank G. Casserly (from 27 Jul
1953)
Supply Officer Col Chester R. Allen (to 27 Apr 1952)
Col Hawley C. Waterman (from 28 Apr)
Col LeRoy Hauser (from 1 Feb 1953)
Special Services Officer LtCol John E. Gorman (to 23 Jul 1952)
Maj Alfred A. Tillmann (from 24 Jul)
Maj William J. Kohler (from 8 Nov)
Capt Don H. Blanchard (from 20 Apr
1953)
Surgeon Capt Louis P. Kirkpatrick, USN (to 18
Jun 1952)
Capt Lawrence E. Bach, USN (from 19 Jun)
Capt Walter R. Miller, USN (from 25
Apr 1953)
Tank Officer Maj Walter E. Reynolds, Jr. (to 20
May 1952)
LtCol John I. Williamson, Jr. (from
21 May)
LtCol Charles W. McCoy (from 16 Apr
1953)
_Headquarters Battalion_
Commanding Officer Col Robert T. Stivers, Jr. (to 5 Jul
1952)
Maj Anthony R. Frankiewicz (from 6 Jul)
LtCol Oscar F. Peatross (from 12 Jul)
LtCol John F. Corbett (from 11 Sep)
Col Alexander W. Gentleman (from 21 Nov)
LtCol John C. Landrun (from 16 May 1953)
Executive Officer Maj Corbin L. West (to 16 Mar 1952)
Maj Anthony R. Frankiewicz (from 17 Mar)
Maj Charles F. McKiever (from 10 Nov)
Maj John K. Hogan (from 31 Jan 1953)
(None listed for 29Feb-14May)
Capt Joseph Hornstein (from 15 May)
Commanding Officer,
Headquarters Company Capt “J” E. Hancey (to 9 Mar 1952)
Capt Robert J. McKay (from 10 Mar)
1stLt George C. Schatteman (from 6 May)
Maj Louis A. Cortright (from 1 Jul)
2dLt Neil O. Snepp (from 17 Jul)
Maj Val Price, Jr. (from 29 Aug)
Capt Joseph Hornstein (from 15 Jan 1953)
Capt Robert A. Hohmann (from 15 May)
Capt Martin S. Hauge (from 28 May)
Commanding Officer,
Military Police Company LtCol William F. Pulver (to 31 Mar 1952)
LtCol Sidney J. Altman (from 1 Apr)
LtCol Frederick R. Findtner (from 15
Aug)
LtCol Jess P. Ferrill, Jr. (from 12
Jan 1953)
LtCol Harold B. Warner, Jr. (from 18
Apr)
Maj Walter L. Williams (from 23 Jul)
Commanding Officer,
Reconnaissance Company Maj Ephraim Kirby-Smith (to 10 Jun 1952)
Capt James O. Webb (from 11 Jun)
Capt James H. A. Flood (from 11 Sep)
Maj Dermott H. MacDonnell (from 3 Dec)
Maj Marvin D. Perskie (from 21 Jun 1953)
_1st Marines_
Commanding Officer Col Sidney S. Wade (to 9 Apr 1952)
Col Walter N. Flournoy (from 10 Apr)
Col Walter F. Layer (from 25 Jul)
Col Hewitt D. Adams (from 21 Nov)
Col Wallace M. Nelson (from 1 May 1953)
Executive Officer LtCol Clifford F. Quilici (to 26 Mar
1952)
Col Clarence A. Barninger, Jr. (from
27 Mar)
LtCol Carlo A. Rovetta (from 2 May)
LtCol Glenn R. Long (from 16 Sep)
LtCol Sidney F. Jenkins (from 4 Feb
1953)
LtCol Lowell E. English (from 8 May)
LtCol Harold C. Boehm (from 2 Jul)
_1st Battalion, 1st Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol John H. Papurca (to 2 Aug 1952)
LtCol Louis N. King (from 3 Aug)
LtCol Max H. LaGrone (from 13 Sep)
Col Frederick R. Findtner (from 14
Jan 1953)
LtCol Stanley M. Adams (from 5 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj Ralph “C” Rosacker (to 5 Apr 1952)
Maj Leo V. Gross (from 6 Apr)
Maj John K. Logan (from 14 Jul)
Maj William C. Chip (from 20 Aug)
Maj John K. Hogan (from 30 Dec)
Maj Marvin D. Perskie (from 4 Feb 1953)
Maj Roger D. Peterson (from 19 Jun)
_2d Battalion, 1st Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol Thell H. Fisher (to 1 Apr 1952)
LtCol Clifford F. Quilici (from 2 Apr)
LtCol Roy J. Batterton, Jr. (from 23
Jun)
LtCol Charles E. Warren (from 18 Oct)
LtCol George A. Gililland (from 9 Feb
1953)
LtCol Frank A. Long (from 1 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj Frank J. Harte (to 5 May 1952)
Maj Fletcher R. Wycoff (from 6 May)
Maj John N. Rentz (from 29 Jul)
Maj John P. McNeill (from 21 Aug)
Maj Horace C. Reifel (from 9 Mar 1953)
Maj John B. Bristow (from 20 Apr)
Maj Albert S. Dooley, Jr. (from 1 Jul)
_3d Battalion, 1st Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol Spencer H. Pratt (to 11 Apr 1952)
LtCol Carlo A. Rovetta (from 12 Apr)
LtCol Gerard T. Armitage (from 2 May)
LtCol Sidney J. Altman (from 20 Aug)
LtCol Ernest G. Atkin, Jr. (from 6 Dec)
LtCol Lowell E. English (from 1 Apr
1953)
LtCol Roy D. Miller (from 6 May)
Executive Officer Maj Robert V. Perkins (to 2 Jul 1952)
Maj Wesley R. Christie (from 3 Jul)
Maj Charles S. Robertson (from 27 Oct)
Maj Norman C. Smyle (from 3 Jan 1953)
Maj Robert D. Thurston (from 26 Mar)
Maj Walter L. Williams (from 20 May)
Maj John T. Quinn (from 2 Jul)
_5th Marines_
Commanding Officer Col Thomas A. Culhane, Jr. (to 15 Aug
1952)
Col Eustace R. Smoak (from 16 Aug)
Col Lewis W. Walt (from 10 Dec)
Col Harvey C. Tschirgi (from 14 Apr
1953)
Executive Officer LtCol John A. Saxten (to 1 Jun 1952)
LtCol Franklin B. Nihart (from 2 Jun)
LtCol William S. McLaughlin (from 20
Jul)
LtCol Jess P. Ferrill, Jr. (from 21
Aug)
LtCol Edwin B. Wheeler (from 2 Jan
1953)
LtCol James H. Finch (from 23 May)
LtCol James Taul (from 18 Jul)
_1st Battalion, 5th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol Franklin B. Nihart (to 24 May
1952)
Maj Paul H. Bratten, Jr. (from 25 May)
LtCol Alexander W. Gentleman (from 15
Jul)
LtCol Edwin B. Wheeler (from 11 Nov)
LtCol Jonas M. Platt (from 26 Dec)
LtCol Jackson B. Butterfield (from 29
Apr 1953)
Executive Officer Maj Hildeburn R. Martin (to 4 May
1952)
Maj Lyle K. London (from 5 May)
Maj Robert H. Twisdale (from 29 Aug)
Maj William C. Doty, Jr. (from 25 Jan
1953)
Maj Thomas W. Pearson (from 2 Apr)
Maj George R. Burke (from 11 Jun)
Maj Charles E. McPartlin, Jr. (from
22 Jun)
_2d Battalion, 5th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol William H. Cushing (to 10 Jun
1952)
LtCol Thomas J. Cross (from 11 Jun)
LtCol William S. McLaughlin (from 20
Aug)
LtCol Oscar F. Peatross (from 11 Sep)
LtCol James H. Finch (from 27 Feb
1953)
LtCol Andrew C. Geer (from 14 May)
Executive Officer Maj Robert S. Hudson (to 10 Jun 1952)
Maj John C. Lundrigan (from 11 Jun)
Maj Philip H. McArdle (from 16 Jul)
Maj Paul C. Scofield (from 19 Dec)
Maj Thomas M. Fields (from 26 Jun
1953)
_3d Battalion, 5th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol William S. McLaughlin (to 15
Jul 1952)
LtCol Oscar T. Jensen, Jr. (from 16 Jul)
LtCol Robert J. Oddy (from 16 Nov)
LtCol John T. Hill (from 11 Apr 1953)
Executive Officer Maj Paul H. Bratten, Jr. (to 22 May
1952)
Maj Clifford J. Robichaud, Jr. (from
23 May)
Maj Joseph A. Bruder, Jr. (from 7 Jul)
Maj Vernon Burtman (from 1 Nov)
Maj Joseph S. Buntin (from 7 Feb 1953)
_7th Marines_
Commanding Officer Col Russell E. Honsowetz (to 10 Jun
1952)
Col Thomas C. Moore, Jr. (from 11 Jun)
Col Loren E. Haffner (from 5 Nov)
Col Glenn C. Funk (from 27 Mar 1953)
Executive Officer LtCol John D. Wiggins (to 17 Jul 1952)
LtCol Fenlon A. Durand (from 18 Jul)
LtCol Richard D. Strickler (from 24 Nov)
LtCol Robert S. Howell (from 22 Mar
1953)
LtCol Russell Duncan (from 26 May)
LtCol Stanley J. Nelson (from 31 Jul)
_1st Battalion, 7th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol George W. E. Daughtry (to 2 Aug
1952)
LtCol Leo J. Dulacki (from 3 Aug)
LtCol James C. Short (from 22 Nov)
LtCol Henry G. Lawrence, Jr. (from 28
Dec)
LtCol Harry A. Hadd (from 18 May 1953)
Executive Officer Maj Henry V. Joslin (to 14 Jul 1952)
Maj Theodore R. Cathey (from 15 Jul)
Maj James C. Short (from 23 Jul)
Maj Floyd M. Johnson, Jr. (from 2 Aug)
Maj Roy H. Thompson (from 1 Dec)
Maj Glenn E. Ferguson (from 3 Jun
1953)
Maj Joseph R. Motelewski (from 25 Jun)
_2d Battalion, 7th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol Noel C. Gregory (to 18 Jul 1952)
LtCol Anthony Caputo (from 19 Jul)
LtCol Richard S. Johnson (from 12 Nov)
LtCol Alexander D. Cereghino (from 19
Mar 1953)
LtCol Joseph C. Missar (from 21 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj Erwin Madsen (to 19 Apr 1952)
Maj William J. Zaro (from 20 Apr)
Maj James C. Fetters (from 8 Jun)
Maj Richard H. Mickle (from 24 Oct)
Maj Littleton K. Smith (from 16 Apr
1953)
Maj Ralph E. June (from 17 Jun)
Maj Don P. Wyckoff (from 17 Jul)
_3d Battalion, 7th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol Houston Stiff (to 26 Apr 1952)
Maj Franklin C. Bacon (from 27 Apr)
LtCol Gerald F. Russell (from 17 Jun)
LtCol Charles D. Barrett, Jr. (from
13 Oct)
LtCol Russell Duncan (from 14 Mar
1953)
LtCol Paul M. Jones (from 26 May)
Executive Officer Maj Franklin C. Bacon (to 26 Apr 1952)
Maj Richard M. Remington (from 27 Apr)
Maj Harold T. Clemens (from 28 Aug)
Maj Guy L. Wade (from 13 Oct)
Maj Alfred A. Tillman (from 23 Oct)
Maj John Mesko (from 25 May 1953)
_11th Marines_
Commanding Officer Col Frederick P. Henderson (to 20 Sep
1952)
Col Harry N. Shea (from 21 Sep)
Col James E. Mills (from 22 Feb 1953)
Col Manly L. Curry (from 5 Jul)
Executive Officer LtCol Lewis A. Jones (to 4 Jun 1952)
LtCol Robert F. Steidtmann (from 5
Jun)
LtCol Earl W. Gardner (from 16 Jan
1953)
LtCol Robert D. Heinl, Jr. (from 6
May)
Maj Joseph E. Fogg (from 6 Jul)
LtCol Wade H. Hitt (from 9 Jul)
_1st Battalion, 11th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol James R. Haynes (to 24 Jun 1952)
LtCol David S. Randall (from 25 Jun)
LtCol Olin W. Jones, Jr. (from 2 Nov)
LtCol Earl W. Gardner (from 8 May
1953)
Executive Officer Maj Harold E. Nelson (to 21 Jun 1952)
Maj Herbert E. L. Zastrow (from 22 Jun)
Maj Lee P. Vance (from 26 Jul)
Maj Harry L. Sherwood, Jr. (from 14 Nov)
Maj Thomas L. Randall (from 17 Dec)
Maj John J. Jarvis, Jr. (from 25 Mar
1953)
_2d Battalion, 11th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol George B. Thomas (to 2 May 1952)
LtCol William P. Pala (from 3 May)
LtCol Bert Davis, Jr. (from 6 Aug)
LtCol Arthur J. Bachhuber (from 17 Nov)
LtCol William H. Atkinson (from 10
Feb 1953)
Maj Max Berueffy, Jr. (from 21 May)
LtCol Gordon H. West (from 18 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj Morris R. Snead (to 10 Jun 1952)
Maj Edward L. Fossum (from 11 Jun)
LtCol Bert Davis, Jr. (from 1 Jul)
Maj Roy E. Moffett (from 10 Aug)
Maj Max Berueffy, Jr. (from 2 Sep)
Maj Joseph F. Donahoe, Jr. (from 24
May 1953)
Maj Herman Poggemeyer, Jr. (from 13
Jul)
_3d Battalion, 11th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol Henry E. W. Barnes (to 13 Jul
1952)
LtCol Charles O. Rogers (from 14 Jul)
LtCol Daniel S. Pregnall (from 27 Nov)
LtCol Alfred L. Owens (from 25 Mar 1953)
Maj Dale D. Meyers (from 28 Jul)
Executive Officer LtCol Charles A. Lipot (to 5 Jul 1952)
Maj Joseph S. Gardner (from 6 Jul)
Maj William J. Kohler (from 27 Jul)
Maj Lawrence L. Graham (from 17 Nov)
Maj Robert M. Jenkins (from 15 Dec)
Maj Adoph J. Honeycutt (from 28 Mar
1953)
Maj Robert C. Hilliard (from 7 May)
Maj Leslie L. Page (from 12 Jun to 26
Jul)
_4th Battalion, 11th Marines_
Commanding Officer LtCol William M. Gilliam (to 11 Apr
1952)
LtCol Bruce F. Hillam (from 12 Apr)
Maj Carl A. Nielsen (from 16 Jun)
LtCol Raymond D. Wright (from 16 Jul)
Maj William J. Sullivan (from 18 Dec)
LtCol Robert D. Shaffer (from 20 Dec)
Maj David L. Moberly (from 23 Apr 1953)
LtCol Henry H. Reichner, Jr. (from 27
Apr)
Executive Officer LtCol Bruce F. Hillam (to 16 Apr 1952)
Maj Richard H. Jeschke, Jr. (from 17
Apr)
Maj Carl A. Nielsen (from 11 Jun)
Maj Edward E. Davis (from 16 Jun)
Maj William J. Sullivan (from 17 Oct)
Maj David L. Moberly (from 22 Feb
1953)
Maj Johnny Jennings (from 2 May)
Maj George W. Carrington, Jr. (from
13 Jun)
_7th Motor Transport Battalion_
Commanding Officer Maj Herbert E. Pierce (to 1 Jul 1952)
LtCol Robert B. McBroom (from 2 Jul)
Maj John H. Faggart (from 27 Jul)
Maj Robert S. Anderson (from 16 Jun
1953)
Executive Officer Maj Ben Sutts (to 5 May 1952)
Maj John J. Howe (from 16 Aug)
Maj Joseph P. Cushing (from 20 Nov)
Maj Alfred G. McCormick (from 26 Apr
1953)
_1st Ordnance Battalion_
Commanding Officer Maj Harold C. Borth (to 5 May 1952)
LtCol William F. Pulver (from 6 May)
Maj Marshall R. Pilcher (from 26 Aug)
Maj Maurice C. Pulliam (from 25 Mar
1953)
Executive Officer Capt Frederick V. Osborn (to 5 May 1952)
Maj Harold C. Borth (from 6 May)
Maj Marshall R. Pilcher (from 16 Jul)
Maj Frederick V. Osborn (from 26 Aug)
Maj Allen F. Stockdale (from 1 Sep)
Maj Frederick V. Osborn (from 15 Sep)
Maj Stanley P. Bulkowski (from 4 Nov)
Maj Maurice C. Pulliam (from 21 Dec)
Maj Stanley P. Bulkowski (from 25 Mar
1953)
Maj Jack G. Fitzgerald (from 4 Jul)
_1st Service Battalion_
Commanding Officer LtCol Bernard W. McLean (to 18 May 1952)
LtCol Charles E. Warren (from 19 May)
LtCol Edwin A. Law (from 1 Oct)
LtCol Hugh J. Chapman (from 5 Jul 1953)
Executive Officer Maj George E. Allison (to 27 Oct 1952)
Maj James C. Fetters (from 28 Oct)
Maj Robert “J” Vroegindewey (from 19
Mar 1953)
_1st Tank Battalion_
Commanding Officer Maj Walter E. Reynolds, Jr. (to 20
May 1952)
LtCol John I. Williamson (from 21 May)
LtCol Charles W. McCoy (from 16 Apr
1953)
Executive Officer Maj Edward C. Nelson, Jr. (to 15 Jun
1952)
Maj Robert B. Jeter (from 16 Jun)
Maj William W. Day (from 21 Feb 1953)
Maj Francis C. Hogan (from 6 May)
_1st Armored Amphibian Battalion_
Commanding Officer LtCol John T. O’Neill (to 5 Aug 1952)
Maj James L. Jones (from 6 Aug)
LtCol Henry G. Lawrence, Jr. (from 12
Aug)
LtCol Fenlon A. Durand (from 4 Dec)
Maj Ralph J. Parker, Jr. (from 16 May
1953)
LtCol Maurice C. Goodpasture (from 15
Jul)
Executive Officer Maj James L. Jones (to 5 Aug 1952)
Maj David Young (from 6 Aug)
Maj James L. Jones (from 12 Aug)
Maj Ralph J. Parker, Jr. (from 21 Nov)
Maj Robert S. Wilson (from 16 May 1953)
_1st Motor Transport Battalion_
Commanding Officer LtCol Howard E. Wertman (to 15 May 1952)
Maj Walter R. O’Quinn (from 16 May)
LtCol Robert B. McBroom (from 27 Jul)
LtCol Robert E. McCook (from 24 Mar
1953)
Executive Officer Maj Raymond L. Luckel (to 2 Aug 1952)
Maj Marvin D. Grush (from 3 Aug)
Maj Joseph P. Cushing (from 6 Sep)
Maj Gobe Smith, Jr. (from 4 Oct)
Maj Robert C. McNab, Jr. (from 17 Feb
1953)
_1st Combat Service Group_
Commanding Officer Col Russell N. Jordahl (to 29 Jun 1952)
Col Kenneth A. King (from 30 Jun)
LtCol Sidney F. Jenkins (from 8 Nov)
Col James T. Wilbur (from 8 Dec)
Col Edwin C. Ferguson (from 8 Feb 1953)
Col James A. Moreau (from 8 Jul)
Executive Officer LtCol James G. Kelly (to 20 May 1952)
Col Frank M. Reinecke (from 21 May)
LtCol William H. Cushing (from 11 Jun)
LtCol Sidney F. Jenkins (from 8 Dec)
LtCol Max H. LaGrone (from 28 Jan 1953)
LtCol Tillman N. Peters (from 15 Mar)
Maj Harvey B. Atkins (from 11 May)
_1st Amphibian Tractor Battalion_
Commanding Officer LtCol Michiel Dobervich (to 1 Aug 1952)
LtCol Edwin B. Wheeler (from 2 Aug)
LtCol George S. Saussy, Jr. (from 7 Nov)
LtCol Frank R. Wilkinson, Jr. (from
16 Mar 1953)
Maj John McN. Rosebush (from 16 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj William L. Eubank (to 3 Jun 1952)
Maj George S. Saussy, Jr. (from 4 Jun)
Maj William E. Lunn (from 7 Nov)
Maj John McN. Rosebush (from 24 Mar
1953)
Maj John J. DePalma (from 20 Jun)
_1st Shore Party Battalion_
Commanding Officer LtCol Warren S. Sivertsen (to 26 Jul
1952)
Col William G. Robb (from 27 Jul)
LtCol Russell Duncan (from 2 Oct)
Col Glenn C. Funk (from 3 Dec)
Col William H. Barba (from 21 Mar
1953)
Executive Officer Maj Frederick F. Draper (to 3 Jun
1952)
Maj William E. Buron (from 4 Jun)
LtCol Clyde P. Ford (from 12 Aug)
LtCol Francis X. Witt, Jr. (from 3
Mar 1953)
LtCol Eugene A. Dueber, Jr. (from 18
Apr)
LtCol James M. Joyner (from 8 Jul)
_1st Engineer Battalion_
Commanding Officer LtCol John V. Kelsey (to 5 May 1952)
LtCol Harry D. Clarke (from 6 May)
LtCol Francis W. Augustine (from 1 Dec)
LtCol Francis X. Witt, Jr. (from 20
Apr 1953)
Executive Officer Maj Grover C. Williams, Jr. (to 5 Jun
1952)
Maj Francis W. Augustine (from 6 Jun)
Maj George W. Torbert (from 1 Dec)
Maj Donald V. Nahrgang (from 26 Jun
1953)
_1st Medical Battalion_
Commanding Officer Cdr Richard Lawrence, Jr., USN (to 31
Aug 1952)
Cdr William W. Ayres, USN (from 1 Sep)
Executive Officer Cdr James C. Luce, USN (to 12 May 1952)
(none listed from 13 May to 8 Jun)
LCdr James A. McLaughlin, USN (from 9
Jun)
Cdr Roald N. Grant, USN (from 24 Aug
to 21 Sep)
(none listed from 22 Sep to 25 Apr 1953)
Lt Roger D. Williams, USN (from 26 Apr)
_1st Signal Battalion_
Commanding Officer LtCol John E. Morris (to 3 Apr 1952)
LtCol Alton L. Hicks (from 4 Apr)
LtCol Jacob E. Glick (from 3 Aug)
LtCol Eugene A. Dueber, Jr. (from 16
Feb 1953 to 22 Apr 1953)
Executive Officer Maj Ernest C. Bennett (to 4 Apr 1952)
Maj Bolish J. Kozak (from 5 Apr)
Maj Mauro J. Padalino (from 12 Jul)
Maj Frederick J. Cramer (from 30 Dec)
Maj John J. Reber (from 8 Feb 1953 to
22 Apr 1953)
(This battalion was disbanded on 22 Apr 1953.)
_1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW)_
Commanding General MajGen Christian F. Schilt (to 11 Apr
1952)
MajGen Clayton C. Jerome (from 12 Apr
1952)
MajGen Vernon E. Megee (from 9 Jan
1953)
Asst Commanding General BGen Frank H. Lamson-Scribner (to 30
Aug 1952)
BGen Alexander W. Kreiser, Jr. (from
31 Aug)
Chief of Staff Col Arthur F. Binney (to 30 Apr 1952)
Col Frank H. Schwable (from 1 May)
Col John Wehle (from 9 Jul)
Col Samuel S. Jack (from 8 Sep)
Col John C. Munn (from 8 May 1953)
Asst Chief of Staff, G-1 Col Robert O. Bisson (to 7 Sep 1952)
Col Lewis H. Delano, Jr. (from 8 Sep)
LtCol William M. Frash (from 11 May
1953)
Col Lawrence B. Clark (from 29 May)
Asst Chief of Staff, G-2 Col John W. Stage (to 14 May 1952)
LtCol Chester A. Henry, Sr. (from 15
May)
Maj Donald E. Kramer (from 22 Jul)
LtCol Harold Granger (from 16 Sep)
Col Arthur R. Stacy (from 25 Jul 1953)
Asst Chief of Staff, G-3 Col Stanley W. Trachta (to 8 Apr 1952)
Col William R. Wendt (from 9 Apr)
Col Louis B. Robertshaw (from 2 Sep)
Col Charles H. Hayes (from 29 Sep)
Col William D. Roberson (from 30 May
1953)
Col Frank H. Wirsig (from 5 Jul)
Asst Chief of Staff, G-4 Col Elmer T. Dorsey (to 24 Mar 1952)
Col Robert E. Galer (from 25 Mar)
Col Robert W. Clark (from 24 May)
Col Richard D. Hughes (from 11 Feb
1953)
Col Richard M. Baker (from 4 Jul)
_Headquarters Squadron, 1st MAW_
Commanding Officer Maj Earl C. Miles (to 29 May 1952)
Maj David R. Moak (from 30 May)
Maj Charles H. Woodley (from 1 Sep)
Maj Lionel D. Hastings (from 26 Sep)
Maj Charles W. Boggs, Jr. (from 1 Mar
1953)
Maj Fred J. Gilhuly (from 1 Jul)
_Marine Wing Service Squadron 1 (MWSS-1)_
(Decommissioned 1 Jul 1953)
and
_Marine Wing Service Group 17 (MWSG-17)_
(Commissioned 1 Jul 1953)
Commanding Officer Col John Wehle (to 8 Apr 1952)
LtCol Birney B. Truitt (from 9 Apr)
LtCol Donald D. Blue (from 17 Jul)
Col Lyle H. Meyer (from 21 Sep)
LtCol Francis K. Coss (from 11 May 1953)
Col Robert J. Johnson (from 30 Jun)
Executive Officer LtCol Birney B. Truitt (to 8 Apr 1952)
Maj William L. Woodruff (from 9 Apr)
Maj Edward L. Schnettler (from 4 Jun)
Maj Franklin L. Kemper (from 26 Aug)
LtCol William G. Voss (from 20 Dec)
LtCol Francis K. Coss (from 21 Apr 1953)
Maj Elswin P. Dunn (from 11 May)
LtCol Charles J. Prall (from 6 Jul)
_Headquarters Squadron, MWSG-17_
(Commissioned 1 Jul 1953)
Commanding Officer Capt James D. Ireland (from 1 Jul 1953)
_Marine Air Base Squadron 17 (MABS-17)_
(Activated 1 Jul 1953)
Commanding Officer Maj Bryce Howerton (from 1 Jul 1953)
_Marine Aircraft Repair Squadron 17 (MARS-17)_
(Activated 1 Jul 1953)
Commanding Officer Maj Vincent Franano (from 1 Jul 1953)
Maj James G. Fox (from 29 Jul)
_Marine Air Control Group 2 (MACG-2)_
Commanding Officer Col Frederick R. Payne (to 18 May 1952)
Col John W. Stage (from 19 May)
Col Jack R. Cram (from 11 Jul)
Col Kenneth D. Kerby (from 16 Feb 1953)
Executive Officer LtCol Russell D. Rupp (to 1 May 1952)
LtCol Philip “L” Crawford (from 2 May)
LtCol William A. Houston, Jr. (from
20 Jun)
LtCol Harold L. Lantz (from 11 Aug)
LtCol Lawrence F. Fox (from 24 Feb 1953)
LtCol Randolph C. Berkeley, Jr. (from
23 May)
LtCol John S. Flickinger (from 10 Jun)
LtCol Morris E. Flater (from 21 Jun)
_Marine Tactical Air Control Squadron 2 (MTACS-2)_
Commanding Officer LtCol Hensley Williams (to 2 Jun 1952)
Maj Clinton E. Jones (from 3 Jun)
LtCol William H. Whitaker, Jr. (from
1 Aug)
LtCol Frederick M. Rauschenbach (from
21 Aug)
LtCol Arthur C. Lowell (from 28 Jan
1953)
Col Joseph A. Gerath, Jr. (from 20 Feb)
LtCol Randolph C. Berkeley, Jr. (from
11 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj Clinton E. Jones (to 2 Jun 1952)
Capt John F. Driftmier (from 3 Jun)
Maj George C. Henshaw (from 28 Aug)
Maj Thomas H. Hughes, Jr. (from 25 Sep)
LtCol Arthur C. Lowell (from 20 Feb
1953)
(none listed from 15 Mar to 9 Jul)
Capt Robert L. Dietrichson (from 10 Jul)
_Marine Ground Control Intercept Squadron 1
(MGCIS-1)_
Commanding Officer Maj Fred A. Steele (to 15 Aug 1952)
Maj Henry W. Hise (from 16 Aug)
Maj Wallace G. Wethe (from 16 Oct)
LtCol Joseph F. Wagner, Jr. (from 3
Feb 1953)
Maj Randal A. Yarberry (from 1 Jun)
LtCol Harold F. Brown (from 23 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj Marvin R. Bridges, Jr (to 11 Apr
1952)
Capt William J. Wachsler (from 12 Apr)
Capt Francis K. McManus (from 22 May)
Maj William Sloane (from 1 Aug)
Maj Romeo F. Bordigon (from 4 Oct)
Maj Tolbert T. Gentry (from 2 Nov)
Maj Francis F. Rotter (from 8 Jan 1953)
Capt John E. Dixon (from 31 May)
Maj Randal A. Yarberry (from 23 Jun)
_Marine Ground Control Intercept Squadron 3
(MGCIS-3)_
Commanding Officer LtCol Owen M. Hines (to 20 May 1952)
Maj James H. Foster (from 21 May)
LtCol Robert J. Hoey (from 14 Jun)
LtCol Kenneth D. Frazier (from 16 Aug)
LtCol John B. Maas, Jr. (from 3 Feb
1953)
Maj Nathan B. Peevey, Jr. (from 19 May)
Maj James E. Lovin, Jr. (from 1 Jul)
LtCol Lowell D. Grow (from 27 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj James H. Foster (to 1 Jun 1952)
Capt Lee B. Swindall (from 2 Jun)
Maj Roy A. Thorson (from 21 Jun)
Maj Raleigh E. Fletcher (from 5 Sep)
Maj Francis E. Lee, Jr. (from 29 Oct)
Maj Nathan B. Peevey, Jr. (from 4 Feb
1953)
Capt William K. Lebo (from 19 May)
Maj Thomas E. Archer (from 20 Jun)
Maj James E. Lovin, Jr. (from 27 Jul)
_Marine Composite Squadron 1 (VMC-1)_
(Activated 15 Sep 1952)
Commanding Officer LtCol Lawrence F. Fox (to 24 Jan 1953)
LtCol Ernest C. Fusan (from 25 Jan)
LtCol Thomas “H” Mann, Jr. (from 16 Mar)
Maj George H. Linnemeier (from 6 Apr)
LtCol Wilbur A. Free (from 1 Jun)
_Marine Aircraft Group 12 (MAG-12)_
Commanding Officer Col Elmer T. Dorsey (to 24 May 1952)
Col Robert E. Galer (from 25 May)
Col John P. Condon (from 10 Aug)
Col George S. Bowman, Jr. (from 13
Jan 1953)
Col Edward B. Carney (from 1 Apr)
Executive Officer LtCol Robert J. Hoey (to 5 Jun 1952)
LtCol Joseph A. Gray (from 6 Jun)
Col George S. Bowman, Jr. (from 17 Aug)
LtCol Barnette Robinson (from 20 Feb
1953)
Col Robert J. Johnson (from 19 Mar)
Col William F. Hausman (from 30 Jun)
_Headquarters Squadron, MAG-12_
Commanding Officer Capt George Byers, Jr. (to 22 Apr 1952)
1stLt Daniel F. McConnell (from 24 Apr)
Maj Godfrey Muller (from 1 Jul)
Capt William M. Crooks (from 18 Sep)
Capt Edgar F. Remington (from 21 Dec)
Capt Bradford N. Slenning (from 15
May 1953)
_Marine Air Base Squadron 12 (MABS-12)_
Commanding Officer LtCol Carl M. Longley (to 31 Mar 1952)
Maj Sumner H. Whitten (from 1 Apr)
LtCol Graham H. Benson (from 25 Aug)
LtCol Barnette Robinson (from 11 Oct)
LtCol Eystein J. Nelson (from 1 Jan
1953)
LtCol Richard M. Huizenga (from 1 Mar)
LtCol Rufus D. Sams (from 1 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj Robert A. Collett (to 31 Mar 1952)
Maj LeRoy T. Frey (from 1 Apr)
Maj Oscar C. Hauge, Jr. (from 26 May)
Maj Sumner H. Whitten (from 18 Aug)
LtCol Barnette Robinson (from 18 Sep)
Maj Frank Hick (from 11 Oct)
Maj Harry J. Anderson (from 20 Jan 1953)
LtCol Rufus D. Sams (from 14 Apr)
Maj Donald A. McMillan (from 11 Jul)
_Marine Aircraft Maintenance Squadron 12 (MAMS-12)_
Commanding Officer LtCol Joseph A. Gray (to 31 May 1952)
Maj James G. G. Taylor (from 1 Jun)
Maj William M. Johnston, Jr. (from 19
Aug)
Maj Leonard I. Beatty (from 29 Dec)
LtCol Walter E. Gregory (from 20 Feb
1953)
LtCol Clarence H. Moore (from 27 Jun)
Maj Mervin L. Taylor (from 18 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj Robert E. Will (to 26 Apr 1952)
Maj James G. G. Taylor (from 27 Apr)
Capt Robert T. Kinsey (from 1 Jun)
Maj James G. G. Taylor (from 19 Aug)
Maj Warren L. MacQuarrie (from 1 Sep)
Maj John R. Hyneman (from 15 Dec)
Maj Leonard I. Beatty (from 20 Feb 1953)
Maj Alexander Gagyi (from 15 Apr)
Maj Mervin L. Taylor (from 12 Jul)
_Marine Attack Squadron 121 (VMA-121)_
Commanding Officer LtCol William Q. Houston, Jr. (to 19
Jun 1952)
LtCol Philip “L” Crawford (from 20 Jun)
LtCol Wayne M. Cargill (from 11 Sep)
LtCol Richard M. Huizenga (from 7 Dec)
LtCol John E. Hughes (from 1 Mar 1953)
Maj Richard L. Braun (from 21 Apr)
LtCol Harold B. Penne (from 16 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj Henry W. Horst (to 31 May 1952)
Maj Robert H. Brumley (from 1 Jun)
Maj Julius B. Griffin (from 30 Jul)
LtCol Donald D. Blue (from 2 Nov)
LtCol Roy R. Hewitt (from 11 Dec)
LtCol John E. Hughes (from 17 Jan 1953)
Maj Mervin L. Taylor (from 1 Mar)
Maj Robert C. Woten (from 16 Jul)
_Marine Fighter Squadron 212 (VMF-212)_
redesignated
_Marine Attack Squadron 212 (VMA-212)_
on 10 Jun 1952
Commanding Officer LtCol Robert L. Bryson (to 9 Jun 1952)
LtCol Graham H. Benson (from 10 Jun)
LtCol Maurice W. Fletcher (from 5 Sep)
LtCol Charles E. Dobson, Jr. (from 25
Oct)
LtCol Barnette Robinson (from 1 Jan
1953)
LtCol Louis R. Smunk (from 20 Feb)
Maj Edward C. Kicklighter (from 1 Jun)
LtCol James R. Wallace (from 19 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj Richard B. Elliott (to 29 Feb 1952)
Maj Roy A. Thorson (from 8 Mar)
Maj Leslie C. Reed (from 10 Jun)
LtCol Walter E. Gregory (from 25 Oct)
Maj Norman O’Bryan (from 20 Feb 1953)
Maj Edward C. Kicklighter (from 7 Mar)
Maj Donald A. McMillan (from 1 Jun)
Maj Edward C. Kicklighter (from 19 Jun)
Maj Boris J. Frankovic (from 20 Jul)
_Marine Fighter Squadron 323 (VMF-323)_
redesignated
_Marine Attack Squadron 323 (VMA-323)_
on 30 Jun 1952
(Transferred from operational control of the 1st Marine Aircraft
Wing on 7 Jul 1953)
Commanding Officer LtCol Richard L. Blume (to 25 Apr 1952)
Maj William A. Weir (from 26 Apr)
LtCol Henry S. Miller (from 1 Jun)
LtCol Kenneth R. Chamberlain (from 1
Sep)
LtCol Williard C. Lemke (from 20 Nov)
LtCol William M. Frash (from 13 Jan
1953)
LtCol Clarence H. Moore (from 11 Apr
to 26 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj William A. Weir (to 8 Jun 1952)
Maj Richard E. Pryor (from 9 Jun)
Maj Eystein J. Nelson (from 1 Sep)
Maj Thomas M. Forsyth, Jr. (from 20 Nov)
LtCol Clarence H. Moore (from 2 Jan
1953)
LtCol Frederick M. Rauschenbach (from
29 Jan)
Maj Robert C. Woten (from 3 May to 26
Jun)
_Marine Attack Squadron 332 (VMA-332)_
(Came under the operational control of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
on 29 May 1953)
Commanding Officer LtCol John B. Berteling (from 29 May
1953).
Executive Officer Maj Gordon L. Allen (from 29 May 1953)
_Marine Attack Squadron (VMA-251)_
attached to
_1st Marine Aircraft Wing_
on 9 Jun 1953
Commanding Officer LtCol Harold A. Harwood (from 9 Jun
1953)
Executive Officer Maj James W. Merritt (from 9 Jun 1953)
_Marine Night-Fighter Squadron 513 (VMF(N)-513)_
Commanding Officer LtCol John R. Burnett (to 11 Jun 1952)
Col Peter D. Lambrecht (from 12 Jun)
LtCol Jack C. Scott (from 19 Jun)
LtCol Homer G. Hutchinson, Jr. (from
9 Sep)
LtCol Robert F. Conley (from 20 Jan
1953)
LtCol Ross S. Mickey (from 6 May)
LtCol Robert L. Conrad (from 10 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj Frank H. Simonds (to 19 Apr 1952)
Maj William D. Patterson, Jr. (from
23 Apr)
LtCol Jack C. Scott (from 15 Aug)
Maj Gorden E. Gray (from 20 Aug)
LtCol Jack C. Scott (from 8 Sep)
LtCol Jack B. Winters (from 14 Sep)
Maj Dave E. Severance (from 20 Jan 1953)
Maj Richard M. Hunt (from 9 Jun)
LtCol Robert L. Conrad (from 24 Jun)
Maj Richard M. Hunt (from 10 Jul)
_Marine Aircraft Group 33 (MAG-33)_
Commanding Officer Col Martin A. Severson (to 23 May 1952)
Col John P. Condon (from 24 May)
Col Herbert H. Williamson (from 11 Aug)
Col Louis B. Robertshaw (from 22 Oct)
Col Arthur R. Stacy (from 10 May 1953)
Col John L. Smith (from 24 Jul)
Executive Officer LtCol Vernon O. Ullman (to 13 May 1952)
LtCol Graham H. Benson (from 14 May)
Col Herbert H. Williamson (from 26 Jul)
LtCol Darrell D. Irwin (from 11 Aug)
Col John P. Coursey (from 17 Aug)
Col Arthur R. Stacy (from 25 Mar 1953)
LtCol James K. Dill (from 11 May)
LtCol Thomas V. Murto, Jr. (from 26 Jul)
_Headquarters Squadron, MAG-33_
Commanding Officer Capt Allen R. Schutter (to 30 May 1952)
Maj Guy M. Cloud (from 1 Jun)
Maj Richard J. Collins (from 21 Jul)
Maj Reuel H. Pietz (from 1 Nov)
Maj Thomas J. Cushman, Jr. (from 14
Apr 1953)
Capt Jerry N. Hendershot (from 26 May)
_Marine Air Base Squadron 33 (MABS-33)_
Commanding Officer Maj Frank P. Barker, Jr. (to 9 Jun 1952)
Maj John W. Zuber (from 10 Jun)
Maj William D. Patterson, Jr. (from 6
Aug)
Maj Kenneth B. Nelson (from 9 Dec)
LtCol Bernard McShane (from 21 Apr 1953)
LtCol Arthur M. Moran (from 1 Jun)
LtCol Jack Cosley (from 26 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj George K. Harshberger (to 1 May
1952)
Maj Summerfield M. Taylor, Jr. (from
2 May)
Capt Frederic T. Watts, Jr. (from 11
Aug)
Maj Harold N. McLaffey (from 2 Oct)
Maj Darwin P. Glaese (from 23 Dec)
Capt George J. Collins (from 22 May
1953)
_Marine Aircraft Maintenance Squadron 33 (MAMS-33)_
Commanding Officer Maj Zadik Collier (to 1 Sep 1952)
Maj William N. Case (from 2 Sep)
Maj Patrick Harrison (from 5 Feb 1953)
Maj Julian P. Craigmiles (from 29 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj Alton C. Bennett (from 1 Aug 1952)
Maj John L. Herndon (from 12 Aug)
Maj James Aldworth (from 2 Dec)
Capt Marshall S. Austin (from 22
April 1953)
_Marine Fighter Squadron 115 (VMF-115)_
Commanding Officer LtCol Thomas M. Coles (to 20 May 1952)
Maj John W. Zuber (from 21 May)
LtCol Robert C. Armstead (from 5 Jun)
Maj Wallace G. Wethe (from 17 Jul)
LtCol Royce W. Coln (from 18 Aug)
LtCol John B. Maas, Jr. (from 29 Sep)
LtCol Stoddard G. Cortelyou (from 1
Feb 1953)
LtCol Joe L. Warren (from 31 Mar)
LtCol Lynn H. Stewart (from 5 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj Conrad G. Winter (to 26 Apr 1952)
Maj John W. Zuber (from 27 Apr)
Maj Griffith B. Doyle (from 21 May)
Maj Wallace G. Wethe (from 10 Jun)
Maj Arthur N. Nehf, Jr. (from 5 Aug)
LtCol Joseph F. Wagner, Jr. (from 19
Nov)
LtCol Joe L. Warren (from 2 Feb 1953)
Maj Carol Bernard (from 31 Mar)
Maj James H. Phillips (from 25 Jun)
_Marine Fighter Squadron 311 (VMF-311)_
Commanding Officer LtCol Darrell D. Irwin (to 2 Jun 1952)
Maj Henry W. Hise (from 3 Jun)
Maj Kenneth D. Frazier (from 10 Jun)
Maj William J. Sims (from 26 Jun)
LtCol Arthur H. Adams (from 1 Oct)
LtCol Francis K. Coss (from 1 Feb 1953)
LtCol Arthur M. Moran (from 21 Apr)
LtCol Bernard McShane (from 1 Jun)
Executive Officer Maj Jay E. McDonald (to 27 Mar 1952)
Maj Henry W. Hise (from 28 Mar)
Maj Kenneth D. Frazier (from 26 Jun)
Maj Harold A. Langstaff, Jr. (from 22
Aug)
Maj Williams J. Sims (from 1 Oct)
LtCol Walter R. Bartosh (from 12 Oct)
LtCol Arthur M. Moran (from 20 Jan
1953)
Maj John Skinner, Jr. (from 21 Apr)
Maj William D. Heier (from 3 Jul)
_Marine Attack Squadron (VMA-312)_
(On 16 Jun 1953, this squadron was reassigned to the
3d Marine Aircraft Wing.)
Commanding Officer LtCol Joe H. McGlothlin, Jr. (to 8
Apr 1952)
LtCol Robert E. Smith, Jr. (from 9 Apr)
LtCol George C. Axtell, Jr. (from 11
Jul)
LtCol Robert E. Cameron (from 4 Oct)
LtCol Winston E. Jewson (from 25 Jan
to 15 Jun 1953)
Executive Officer Maj Alexander S. Walker, Jr. (to 7
Apr 1952)
Maj Edmond P. Hartsock (from 9 Apr)
Maj Walter D. Persons (from 11 Jul)
Maj Marshall C. Gregory (from 1 Sep)
Maj James W. Baker (from 13 Jan 1953)
Maj Grover R. Betzer (from 2 Feb)
Maj James L. Cooper (from 4 May to 10
Jun)
_Marine Photographic Squadron 1 (VMJ-1)_
Commanding Officer Maj Robert R. Read (to 13 May 1952)
LtCol Vernon O. Ullman (from 14 May)
LtCol William H. Whitaker (from 11 Sep)
LtCol Howard L. Walter (from 1 Nov)
LtCol William M. Ritchey (from 16 Feb
1953)
LtCol Leslie T. Bryan, Jr. (from 15 May)
Executive Officer Maj Albert E. James (to 3 Jun 1952)
Maj Marion B. Bowers (from 4 Jun)
Maj Grant W. McCombs (from 18 Jul)
LtCol William H. Whitaker (from 28 Aug)
Maj Grant W. McCombs (from 11 Sep)
Maj Howard L. Walter (from 2 Oct)
Maj Louis Conti (from 6 Nov)
LtCol Grant W. McCombs (from 14 Dec)
Maj Louis Conti (from 5 Feb 1953)
Maj John E. Worlund (from 1 Apr)
_Marine Helicopter Transport Squadron 161 (HMR-161)_
Commanding Officer Col Keith B. McCutcheon (to 7 Aug 1952)
LtCol John F. Carey (from 8 Aug)
Col Owen A. Chambers (from 15 Mar 1953)
Executive Officer Maj James R. Dyer (to 10 May 1952)
Maj Zigmund J. Radolinski (from 11 May)
LtCol David M. Danser (from 28 May)
LtCol Russel R. Riley (from 1 Sep)
Maj Gilbert Percy (from 3 Jun 1953)
LtCol John H. King, Jr. (from 1 Jul)
_Marine Observation Squadron 6 (VMO-6)_
Commanding Officer LtCol William H. Herring (to 10 May
1952)
Maj Wallace J. Slappey, Jr. (from 11
May)
LtCol Elkin S. Dew (from 11 Sep)
LtCol William A. Cloman, Jr. (from 2
Feb 1953)
LtCol Earl E. Anderson (from 1 Jul)
Executive Officer Maj William G. MacLean, Jr. (from 1 Jul)
Maj Lynn E. Midkiff (from 26 Jun)
Maj Alton W. McCully (from 5 Feb 1953)
Maj John A. Hood (from 15 May)
_1st 90mm AAA Gun Battalion_
Battalion Commander Col Max C. Chapman (to 22 Nov 1952)
Col Edgar O. Price (from 23 Nov)
LtCol Henry S. Massie (from 7 Apr 1953)
Executive Officer LtCol Kenneth P. Dunkle (to 30 Apr 1952)
Maj Thomas J. Matthews (from 1 May)
Maj Robert H. Twisdale (from 15 Mar
1953)
Maj Henry V. Leasure (from 9 Jun)
APPENDIX D
Effective Strength
1ST MARINE DIVISION AND 1ST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING[799]
Listed below are selected dates and figures which represent the
effective strength of 1stMarDiv and 1st MAW throughout the 1952–1953
period.
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Date Officers Enlisted Total
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31 Mar 52 2,238 30,790 33,028
ground (1,412) (24,811) (26,223)
aviation ( 826) ( 5,979) ( 6,805)
30 June 52 2,560 34,509 37,069
ground (1,684) (28,549) (30,233)
aviation ( 876) ( 5,960) ( 6,836)
31 Oct 52 2,403 33,726 36,129
ground (1,423) (26,795) (28,218)
aviation ( 980) ( 6,931) ( 7,911)
31 Jan 53 2,329 32,976 35,305
ground (1,352) (26,766) (28,118)
aviation ( 977) ( 6,210) ( 7,187)
30 Apr 53 2,307 33,995 36,302
ground (1,370) (28,172) (29,542)
aviation ( 937) ( 5,823) ( 6,760)
31 Jul 53 2,335 31,881 34,216[800]
ground (1,412) (25,299) (26,711)
aviation ( 923) ( 6,582) ( 7,505)
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[799] Personnel figures file, Statistics Br., HQMC, 31 May
1950–31 Jan 1955.
[800] In addition, the 1stMarDiv was reinforced throughout
this period by other indigenous military and civilian
personnel.
APPENDIX E
Marine Corps Casualties
(Ground and Air)
KOREAN WAR 1950–1953[801]
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Date KIA[802] Killed WIA Cumulative
non-Battle Total
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Aug-Dec 1950 1,526 30 6,229 7,785
Jan-Dec 1951 960 82 7,924 8,966
Jan-Mar 1952 87 19 600 706
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Aug 1950-Mar 1952 2,573 131 14,753 17,457
Apr-Dec 1952 960 66 6,815 7,841
Jan-Jul 1953 729 47 4,470 5,246
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Apr 1952-Jul 1953 1,689 113 11,285 13,087
TOTAL:
Aug 1950 to
Jul 1953 4,262 244 26,038 30,544
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[801] Abstracted from U. S. Marine Corps Strength in Korea vs
Korean Casualties by Month, 25 Jun 1950–27 Jul 1953,
based on Korean Operation Report, Statistics Br., HQMC
and Log Sheet, dtd 21 Aug 1967.
[802] KIA includes DOW, Captured and Died, and Missing In
Action, Presumed Dead.
APPENDIX F
Marine Pilots and Enemy Aircraft Downed in Korean War
21Apr51 1stLt Harold D. Daigh
(VMF-312, F4U-4, USS _Bataan_) 1 YAK
21Apr51 Capt Phillip C. DeLong
(VMF-312, F4U-4, USS _Bataan_) 2 YAKs
30Jun51 [A]Capt Edwin B. Long
(VMF(N)-513, F7F-3N) 1 PO-2
12Jul51 Capt Donald L. Fenton
(VMF(N)-513, F4U-5NL) 1 PO-2
23Sep51 Maj Eugene A. Van Gundy
(VMF(N)-513, F7F-3N) 1 PO-2
4Nov51 [B]Maj William F. Guss
(VMF-311) 1 MIG
5Mar52 [B]Capt Vincent J. Marzello
(VMF-311) 1 MIG
16Mar52 [B]LtCol John S. Payne
(1st MAW) 1 MIG
7June52 1stLt John W. Andre
(VMF(N)-513, F4U-5NL) 1 YAK-9
10Sep52 Capt Jesse G. Folmar
(VMA-312, F4U, USS _Sicily_) 1 MIG
15Sep52 [B]Maj Alexander J. Gillis
(VMF-311) 1 MIG
28Sep52 [B]Maj Alexander J. Gillis
(VMF-311) 2 MIGs
3Nov52 [C]Maj William T. Stratton, Jr.
(VMF(N)-513, F3D-2) 1 YAK-15
8Nov52 Capt Oliver R. Davis
(VMF(N)-513, F3D-2) 1 MIG
10Dec52 [D]1stLt Joseph A. Corvi
(VMF(K)-513, F3D-2) 1 PO-2
12Jan53 Maj Elswin P. Dunn
(VMF(N)-513, F3D-2) 1 MIG
20Jan53 [B]Capt Robert Wade
(MAG-33) 1 MIG
28Jan53 Capt James R. Weaver
(VMF(N)-513, F3D-2) 1 MIG
31Jan53 LtCol Robert F. Conley
(VMF(N)-513, F3D-2) 1 MIG
7Apr53 [B]Maj Roy L. Reed
(VMF 115) 1 MIG
12Apr53 [B]Maj Roy L. Reed
(VMF 115) 1 MIG
16May53 [B]Maj John F. Bolt
(VMF-115) 1 MIG
18May53 [B]Capt Harvey L. Jensen
(VMF 115) 1 MIG
22Jun53 [B]Maj John F. Bolt
(VMF 115) 1 MIG
24Jun53 [B]Maj John F. Bolt
(VMF 115) 1 MIG
30Jun53 [B]Maj John F. Bolt
(VMF 115) 1 MIG
11Jul53 [B]Maj John F. Bolt
(VMF-115) 2 MIGs
12Jul53 [B]Maj John H. Glenn
(VMF-311) 1 MIG
19Jul53 [B]Maj John H. Glenn
(VMF-311) 1 MIG
20Jul53 [B]Maj Thomas M. Sellers
(VMF-115) 2 MIGs
22Jul53 [B]Maj John H. Glenn
(VMF-311) 1 MIG
[A] Marines on temporary exchange duty with Fifth Air Force.
[B] First enemy aircraft destroyed at night by UNC.
[C] First enemy jet aircraft destroyed through use of
airborne intercept radar equipped fighter.
[D] First enemy aircraft destroyed by means of lock-on radar
gear.
APPENDIX G
Unit Citations[803]
[803] For text of previous awards to 1stMarDiv, 1st MAW, and
1st ProvMarBrig, see earlier volumes of this series.
PRESIDENTAL UNIT CITATION
_The President of the Republic of Korea takes profound pleasure
in citing
for outstanding and superior performance of duty during the
period 26 October 1950 to 27 July 1953_[804]
THE FIRST UNITED STATES MARINE DIVISION (REINFORCED)
_for the award of_
PRESIDENTAL UNIT CITATION
Landing at Wonsan on 26 October 1950 the First United States Marine
Division (Reinforced) advanced to Yudam-ni where they engaged the
Chinese Communist Forces. The heroic and courageous fighting of the
First United States Marine Division (Reinforced), which was outnumbered
but never outfought by the Chinese Communist Forces; coupled with its
fight against the terrible winter weather in this return to Hungnam,
has added another glorious page to the brilliant history of the United
States Marines. After regrouping and retraining, the First United
States Marine Division (Reinforced) rejoined the United Nations
Forces and began the attack to the north which drove the aggressors
relentlessly before them. The enemy spring offensive during April
1951 which threatened to nullify the recent United Nations gains was
successfully repulsed by the First Marine Division (Reinforced) and
when other Republic of Korea Forces were heavily pressed and fighting
for survival the timely offensive by this Division gave heart to the
peoples of Korea. In March 1952 the First Marine Division (Reinforced)
assumed responsibility of defending the western flank of the Eighth
Army. In carrying out the responsibilities of this assignment the
Marines won everlasting glory at Bunker Hill. Continuing active
operations against the Communist enemy until the Armistice, the First
Marine Division (Reinforced) inflicted heavy losses upon the aggressors
and successfully repulsed their assaults upon strong point Vegas and
Reno during March 1953, and during July 1953, just prior to the signing
of the Armistice, again threw back the enemy in several days of severe
fighting at strong points Berlin and East Berlin. Although suffering
heavy losses during these engagements the First Marine Division
(Reinforced) was at all times successful in maintaining the integrity
of the United Nations’ positions within their assigned sector. The
First United States Marine Division (Reinforced), by its unparalleled
fighting courage and steadfast devotion to duty, has won the undying
affection and gratitude of the Korean people. During its entire
campaign the First United States Marine Division (Reinforced) remained
true to its motto of “Semper Fidelis”. In keeping faith with the
highest traditions of its own country the First United States Marine
Division (Reinforced) kindled new hope in the breasts of all free men
and women in the Republic of Korea. This Citation carries with it the
right to wear the Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon by each individual
member of the First United States Marine Division (Reinforced) who
served in Korea during the stated period.
/S/ SYNGMAN RHEE
_President_
[804] The Korean PUC, for the period 26 Oct 50 to 15 Feb 53,
was presented to the 1stMarDiv in March 1953. Later,
President Syngman Rhee furnished a second citation
extending the period to include 16 Feb-27 Jul 53. The
division was thus cited for the overall period 26 Oct 50
to 27 Jul 53, and the entire period is considered one
award. Decorations & Medals Br., HQMC.
PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION
_The President of the Republic of Korea takes profound pleasure
in citing
for outstanding and superior performance of duty_
THE FIRST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
The First Marine Aircraft Wing has distinguished itself in support of
United Nations Forces in Korea from 27 February 1951 to 11 June 1953.
During this period, Marine Aircraft flew over 80,000 combat sorties
braving intense opposition to strike enemy fortifications, weapons
and logistical installations throughout North Korea. These extensive
combat operations, often conducted in hazardous weather, have provided
United Nations’ ground forces with unparalleled close air support and
have inflicted heavy casualties and tremendous damage on enemy forces.
Flying from forward Korean bases and from naval aircraft carriers,
Marine aircraft have continually harassed enemy communication and
transportation systems, successfully curtailing the resupply of hostile
front line troops. The exceptional achievements of the officers and men
of the First Marine Aircraft Wing have materially assisted the Republic
of Korea in its fight for freedom. Their outstanding performance of
duty reflects great credit upon themselves and is in accord with the
highest traditions of military service.
The citation carries with it the right to wear the Presidential Unit
Citation Ribbon by each individual member of the First Marine Aircraft
Wing who served in Korea during the stated period.
/S/ SYNGMAN RHEE
_President_
PRESIDENTAL UNIT CITATION
_The President of the Republic of Korea
takes pleasure in citing_
THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS ADVISORY COMPONENT
United States Naval Advisory Group
for outstanding service to the people of Korea and for aid in the
development of the Korean Marine Corps during the period February 1953
to 27 July 1954.
While attached to the Republic of Korea Marine Corps the United States
Marine Advisory Component performed commendable service by giving
valuable advice and guidance thus enabling the Korean Marine Corps to
attain a ready status for any emergency.
By their initiative and constant attention the officers and men have
contributed materially to the effective operation of all offices and
departments of the Korean Marine Corps. Their thorough knowledge of
techniques and military matters has helped in the practical routine
training and in the fitting of the Korean Marine Corps for effective
combat duty.
By exemplary conduct and indomitable spirit the United States Marine
Corps Advisory Component has left a permanent imprint on the Korean
Marine Corps which will assist in the accomplishment of the missions
assigned to it in the future.
The outstanding service of the officers and men of the United States
Marine Corps Advisory Component is in the best tradition of the United
States Naval Service and this Presidential Unit Citation is given in
recognition of their significant contribution to the welfare of the
Republic of Korea.
/S/ SYNGMAN RHEE
_President_
THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in commending the
FIRST MARINE DIVISION, REINFORCED
for service as set forth in the following CITATION:
“For exceptionally meritorious service during operations against
enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 11 August 1952 to 5 May 1953
and from 7 to 27 July 1953. During these periods the First Marine
Division, Reinforced, maintained the integrity of over thirty-five
miles of defense line in Panmunjom Truce Area against the constant
aggressions of the enemy. During the time the Division was in the
lines, it was under fire and attack by a resolute, well-equipped and
fanatical hostile force. The Division maintained an raiding defense
and constantly kept the enemy off balance by continuously patrolling,
probing and raiding enemy positions, accompanied by the full weight of
artillery and air support. Commencing in August 1952, and frequently
thereafter, during the months of October 1952, March 1953, and July
1953, the enemy launched a series of large scale attacks to capture
certain terrain features critical to the defense of friendly lines.
The outposts and main defensive positions called Bunker Hill, The
Hook, Reno, Carson, Vegas, Berlin and East Berlin, along with certain
smaller outposts, gave title to battles of unsurpassed ferocity in
which the full effort of the Marine Division was required to hurl
back the attackers at heavy cost to both the Division and the enemy.
That the lines in the Division sector remained firm and unbreached at
the cessation of hostilities on 27 July 1953 gave eloquent tribute to
the resourcefulness, courage, professional acumen and stamina of the
members of the First Marine Division, Reinforced. Their inspiring and
unyielding devotion to the fulfillment of their vital mission reflects
the highest credit upon themselves and the United States Naval Service.”
All personnel attached to and serving with the First Marine Division,
Reinforced, during the periods 11 August 1952 to 5 May 1953 and 7 to
27 July 1953, or any part thereof, are hereby authorized to wear the
NAVY UNIT COMMENDATION RIBBON. This includes all organic units of the
Division and the following reinforcing units:
FLEET MARINE FORCE UNITS AND DETACHMENTS: 1st 4.5 Rocket Battery;
1st Combat Service Group; 1st Amphibian Tractor Battalion; 7th Motor
Transport Battalion; 1st Armored Amphibian Battalion; 1st Amphibian
Truck Company; Team #1, 1st Provisional Historical Platoon; 1st
Fumigation and Bath Platoon; 1st Air Delivery Platoon; Radio Relay
Team, 1st Signal Operations Company; Detachment, 1st Explosive Ordnance
Disposal Company; 2nd Platoon, Auto Field Maintenance Company; 1st
Provisional Truck Company; Detachment, 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison
Company.
UNITED STATES ARMY UNITS: (For such periods not included in Army
Unit Awards) 1st Bn, 32nd Regt, 7th Inf Div; 7th Inf Div; 74th Truck
Co.; 513th Truck Co; 3rd Plt, 86th Engr Searchlight Co (passed to
operational control of 11th Marines); 558th Trans Truck Co (Amphibious,
was attached to 7th MT Bn, FMF); 196th Field Arty Bn; 92nd Army
Engr Searchlight Plt; 181st CIC Det USA; 163rd MIS Det USA (Unit
redesignated 1 Sep 1952 to MIS Plt); TLO Det USA; UNMACK Civil Affairs
Team USA; 61st Engr Co; 159th Field Arty Bn (155 Howitzer); 623rd Field
Arty Bn; 17th Field Arty Bn “C” Btry; 204th Field Arty Bn “B” Btry;
84th Engr Construction Bn; 1st Bn, 15th US Inf Regt; 1st Bn, 65th US
Inf Regt; 1st Bn, 9th Regt, 2nd US Div (attached to KPR); Recon Co, 7th
US Inf Div; 461st Inf Bn; Heavy Mortars, 7th Inf Div; 204th Field Arty
Bn “A” Btry; 69th Field Arty Bn; 64th Field Arty Bn; 8th Field Arty Bn;
90th Field Arty Bn; 21st AAA-AW Bn; 89th Tank Bn; 441st CIC Det, USA;
Prov Bn, USA (Dets 31st and 32nd RCTS); Co D, 10th Engr (C) Bn, USA;
Tank Co, 31st Inf, USA; Hqr Co, 31st Inf, USA; 2nd Bn, 31st Inf, USA
(less Co E); 185th Engr (C) Bn, USA (less Co A); Co B, 1st Bn, 31st
Inf, USA.
CHARLES S. THOMAS
_Secretary of the Navy_
THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in commending the
FIRST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING, REINFORCED
for service as set forth in the following CITATION:
“For exceptionally meritorious service during operations against
enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 1 August 1952 to 27 July 1953.
Flying more than 45,000 combat sorties against determined opposition
during this period, the First Marine Aircraft Wing, Reinforced, struck
repeatedly and effectively at enemy troops, fortifications, logistical
installations and lines of communication throughout North Korea.
These extensive combat operations provided friendly ground forces
with decisive close air support during such battles as Bunker Hill,
The Hook, Reno, Carson, Vegas, Berlin and East Berlin, and inflicted
heavy casualties and tremendous damage upon the enemy. Operating from
naval aircraft carriers and from forward Korean bases, Marine aircraft
continually harassed enemy communication and transportation systems,
curtailing the movement of hostile troops to the front lines, and
provided the air defense of South Korea. The notable record achieved
by the First Marine Aircraft Wing, Reinforced, is an eloquent tribute
to the resourcefulness, courage and stamina of all her gallant
officers and men. Their inspiring and unyielding devotion to duty in
the fulfillment of these vital tasks reflect the highest credit upon
themselves and the United States Naval Service.”
All personnel attached to and serving with the First Marine Aircraft
Wing, Reinforced, during the above period, or any part thereof, are
hereby authorized to wear the NAVY UNIT COMMENDATION RIBBON. This
includes all organic units and the following reinforcing units:
Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit 1; 1st 90mm Anti-Aircraft
Artillery Gun Battalion; and Ground Control Approach Unit 41M.
CHARLES S. THOMAS
_Secretary of the Navy_
EXTRACT
GENERAL ORDERS NO. 16 DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
_Washington 25, D.C., 3 March 1954_
DISTINGUISHED UNIT CITATION--Citation of Unit--Section 1
1--DISTINGUISHED UNIT CITATION.--As authorized by Executive Order 9396
(sec. I, WD Bul, 22, 1943), superseding Executive Order 9075 (sec.
III, WD Bul 11, 1942), the following unit is cited under AR 220-315 in
the name of the President of the United States as public evidence of
deserved honor and distinction. The citation reads as follows:
1. The Third Turkish Brigade, Turkish Armed Forces Command, and the
following attached units: The Turkish Liaison Detachment, 8215th Army
Unit; Company B, 1st Marine Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division; and
Company C, 1st Marine Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division, are cited
for outstanding performance of duty and extraordinary heroism in action
against the enemy near Munsan-ni, Korea, during the period 28 to 29
May 1953. On the night of 28 May, an assault, supported by a heavy
barrage, was launched by a powerful enemy force, determined to wrest
outposts “Elko,” “Carson,” and “Vegas” from friendly hands. The valiant
troops occupying these positions were soon surrounded and hand-to-hand
combat ensued. With great tenacity and courage, the friendly troops
fought on until, with only three of them still standing on outpost
“Carson,” the first position fell. Despite the tremendous number of
casualties they had suffered, the foe intensified the attack on the two
remaining terrain features, rushing repeatedly up the slopes only to be
hurled back by the gallant defenders. Friendly reinforcements arrived
together with concentrated artillery support. All fire power was
brought to bear on the charging enemy, as the defending troops fought
desperately to hold. The foe came on in seemingly endless numbers and
friendly tanks moved into highly vulnerable positions to fire at close
range. Friendly casualties were heavy, but the toll of enemy dead was
enormous. The determined foe paid apparently no attention to their
thousands of casualties and appeared prepared to sacrifice thousands
more to gain their objectives. Realizing that these friendly outposts
could not hope to stand in the face of the endless waves of hostile
troops, the friendly command ordered the outpost defenders to withdraw
to the main line of resistance. The extraordinary heroism, singleness
of purpose, and magnificent fighting spirit exhibited by the members of
the Third Turkish Brigade, Turkish Armed Forces Command, and attached
units throughout this crucial battle, resulted in the frustration of
enemy plans to breach the main line of resistance, thus reflecting the
greatest credit on themselves and the military profession.
By order of the Secretary of the Army:
OFFICIAL:
WM. E. BERGIN
Major General, USA
The Adjutant General
M. B. RIDGWAY
General, United States Army
Chief of Staff
THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION to
MARINE OBSERVATION SQUADRON SIX
for service as set forth in the following CITATION:
“For extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in
Korea from August 1950 to 27 July 1953. Pioneering in the development
of frontline helicopter evacuation of casualties, Marine Observation
Squadron Six skillfully carried out unprecedented low-altitude
evacuation flights during all hours of the day and night over rugged
mountainous terrain in the face of enemy fire and extremely adverse
weather, thereby saving untold lives and lessening the suffering of
wounded marines. In addition, this valiant squadron completed thousands
of day and night artillery spotting, reconnaissance and tactical air
control missions, contributing materially to the extensive damage
inflicted upon enemy positions, supply lines and troop concentrations.
The splendid record achieved by Marine Observation Squadron Six attests
to the courage, determination and esprit de corps of the officers and
men of this unit and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the
United States Naval Service.”
For the President,
CHARLES S. THOMAS
_Secretary of the Navy_
APPENDIX H
Armistice Agreement
_Volume I_
TEXT OF AGREEMENT
_Agreement between the Commander in Chief, United Nations Command, on
the one hand, and the Supreme Commander of the Korean People’s Army and
the Commander of the Chinese People’s Volunteers, on the other hand,
concerning a military armistice in Korea._
PREAMBLE
The undersigned, the Commander-in-Chief, United Nations Command, on
the one hand, and the Supreme Commander of the Korean People’s Army
and the Commander of the Chinese People’s Volunteers, on the other
hand, in the interest of stopping the Korean conflict, with its great
toll of suffering and bloodshed on both sides, and with the objective
of establishing an armistice which will insure a complete cessation
of hostilities and of all acts of armed force in Korea until a final
peaceful settlement is achieved, do individually, collectively, and
mutually agree to accept and to be bound and governed by the conditions
and terms of armistice set forth in the following Articles and
Paragraphs, which said conditions and terms are intended to be purely
military in character and to pertain solely to the belligerents in
Korea.
_Article I_
MILITARY DEMARCATION LINE AND DEMILITARIZED ZONE
1. A Military Demarcation Line shall be fixed and both sides shall
withdraw two (2) kilometers from this line so as to establish a
Demilitarized Zone between the opposing forces. A Demilitarized Zone
shall be established as a buffer zone to prevent the occurrence of
incidents which might lead to a resumption of hostilities.
2. The Military Demarcation Line is located as indicated on the
attached map.
3. The Demilitarized Zone is defined by a northern and a southern
boundary as indicated on the attached map.
4. The Military Demarcation Line shall be plainly marked as directed
by the Military Armistice Commission hereinafter established. The
Commanders of the opposing sides shall have suitable markers erected
along the boundary between the Demilitarized Zone and their respective
areas. The Military Armistice Commission shall supervise the erection
of all markers placed along the Military Demarcation Line and along the
boundaries of the Demilitarized Zone.
5. The waters of the Han River Estuary shall be open to civil shipping
of both sides wherever one bank is controlled by one side and the other
bank is controlled by the other side. The Military Armistice Commission
shall prescribe rules for the shipping in that part of the Han River
Estuary indicated on the attached map. Civil shipping of each side
shall have unrestricted access to the land under the military control
of that side.
6. Neither side shall execute any hostile act within, from, or against
the Demilitarized Zone.
7. No person, military or civilian, shall be permitted to cross the
Military Demarcation Line unless specifically authorized to do so by
the Military Armistice Commission.
8. No person, military or civilian, in the Demilitarized Zone shall be
permitted to enter the territory under the military control of either
side unless specifically authorized to do so by the Commander into
whose territory entry is sought.
9. No person, military or civilian shall be permitted to enter the
Demilitarized Zone except persons concerned with the conduct of civil
administration and relief and persons specifically authorized to enter
by the Military Armistice Commission.
10. Civil administration and relief in that part of the Demilitarized
Zone which is south of the Military Demarcation Line shall be the
responsibility of the Commander-in-Chief, United Nations Command; and
civil administration and relief in that part of the Demilitarized Zone
which is north of the Military Demarcation Line shall be the joint
responsibility of the Supreme Commander of the Korean People’s Army
and the Commander of the Chinese People’s Volunteers. The number of
persons, military or civilian, from each side who are permitted to
enter the Demilitarized Zone for the conduct of civil administration
and relief shall be as determined by the respective Commanders, but
in no case shall the total number authorized by either side exceed
one thousand (1,000) persons at any one time. The number of civil
police and the arms to be carried by them shall be as prescribed by
the Military Armistice Commission. Other personnel shall not carry
arms unless specifically authorized to do so by the Military Armistice
Commission.
11. Nothing contained in this Article shall be construed to prevent the
complete freedom of movement to, from, and within the Demilitarized
Zone by the Military Armistice Commission, its assistants, its Joint
Observer Teams with their assistants, the Neutral Nations Supervisory
Commission hereinafter established, its assistants, its Neutral
Nations Inspection Teams with their assistants, and of any other
persons, materials, and equipment specifically authorized to enter the
Demilitarized Zone by the Military Armistice Commission. Convenience of
movement shall be permitted through the territory under the military
control of either side over any route necessary to move between points
within the Demilitarized Zone where such points are not connected by
roads lying completely within the Demilitarized Zone.
_Article II_
CONCRETE ARRANGEMENTS FOR CEASE-FIRE AND ARMISTICE
A. _General_
12. The Commanders of the opposing sides shall order and enforce a
complete cessation of all hostilities in Korea by all armed forces
under their control, including all units and personnel of the ground,
naval, and air forces, effective twelve (12) hours after this Armistice
Agreement is signed. (See Paragraph 63 hereof for effective date and
hour of the remaining provisions of this Armistice Agreement.)
13. In order to insure the stability of the Military Armistice so as
to facilitate the attainment of a peaceful settlement through the
holding by both sides of a political conference of a higher level, the
Commanders of the opposing sides shall:
a. Within seventy-two (72) hours after this Armistice becomes
effective, withdraw all of their military forces, supplies, and
equipment from the Demilitarized Zone except as otherwise provided
herein. All demolitions, minefields, wire entanglements, and other
hazards to the safe movement of personnel of the Military Armistice
Commission or its Joint Observer Teams, known to exist within the
Demilitarized Zone after the withdrawal of military forces therefrom,
together with lanes known to be free of all hazards, shall be reported
to the Military Armistice Commission by the Commander of the side whose
forces emplaced such hazards. Subsequently, additional safe lanes shall
be cleared; and eventually, within forty-five (45) days after the
termination of the seventy-two (72) hour period, all such hazards shall
be removed from the Demilitarized Zone as directed by and under the
supervision of the Military Armistice Commission. At the termination of
the seventy-two (72) hour period, except for unarmed troops authorized
a forty-five (45) day period to complete salvage operations under
Military Armistice Commission supervision, such units of a police
nature as may be specifically requested by the Military Armistice
Commission and agreed to by the Commanders of the opposing sides, and
personnel authorized under Paragraphs 10 and 11 hereof, no personnel of
either side shall be permitted to enter the Demilitarized Zone.