Army Days in South Korea Photo Gallery by Jim Yolda at pbase.com

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Army Days in South Korea

Some photos I took while serving with the US Army in South Korea. I was stationed at Camp Page with the 1st Battalion 42d Field Artillery in Chunchon. The 42d Field Artillery was a Honest John Rocket battalion but also had missions with the Republic of Korea Army 155mm and 8 inch Howitzer field artillery units. For the non-military scenes of South Korea checkout my "Scenes of South Korea 1972 - 73" gallery at this link https://pbase.com/jyfoto/korea

S. Korean Army Camp	Miss America 1973 Arrives at Camp Page, South Korea Aug 1973	Miss America 1973 Arrives	Southern Boundary of the Korean DMZ (Chorwon Area)	ROK Army 155mm Howitzer
Korean 155mm Howitzer	Honest John Rocket Launch 1973	Honest John Rocket Launch 1973	Honest John Rocket in Flight	Bridge of No Return, DMZ - Winter 1972
DMZ, N. Korean Outpost @ PanMunJom	Bridge of No Return, DMZ - Summer 1973	DMZ Winter 1972	DMZ Summer 1973	Road Barricades
Road Barricades	175mm Field Artillery Gun Battery 1973	175mm Field Artillery Gun 1973	UH-1H Helicopter 1972	S. Korean 155mm Howitzer Crew 1973
Tank Barriers for the Road and Stream 1973	Hill Trenches 1973	Soldiers and 155mm Howitzer 1973	River Fording 1973	ROK Airborne Poster 1973
Warning Minefield near Chorwon	Mom & Calf Going by a Minefield on Left - Chorwon Area Buffer Zone	Traveling by the Minefield on Right, Chorwon Area Buffer Zone	Camp Page 1972	Hilltop Honest John Rocket Launch
From 1/42 FA Camp Page, S. Korea to Ft. Sill, OK Museum	New Guidance System for Free Flight Rockets?	Clearing the Road After Landslide	AM Radio Truck	Perimeter Defense
Threesome in the Field

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Fred Schramm		22-Dec-2025 22:09
I was at Camp Knox, (Pobwon-ni) March of 65 through February of 66. A Btry 6th Bn 80th Arty - artillery crewman but since I could type, 1st Sgt made me his Btry clerk

Wally Struntz		25-Mar-2025 00:14
Camp Page 70/71

Wally Struntz		25-Mar-2025 00:12
Was their at Camp Page 70/71

Guest		15-Feb-2025 21:37
I was stationed at Camp Stanley from 02-64- 03-65 and stayed in Quonset Housing. During 1964 we had the worst Monsoon storms ever in history. 6 inches of rain in four hours and it rained so hard we could not go outside because it felt like you were being hit by ice picks. I was a military pay specialist and worked in personnel. I enjoyed my stay there and met some wonderful Korean nationals both female and male. Very gracious people. Most of the girls I dated wanted to get married. The girl that I most attracted to was my buddies girlfriend so I had to settle with her girlfriend. Bill Leutbecher bleutbecher@att.net

Guest		15-Feb-2025 21:37
I was stationed at Camp Stanley from 02-64- 03-65 and stayed in Quonset Housing. During 1964 we had the worst Monsoon storms ever in history. 6 inches of rain in four hours and it rained so hard we could not go outside because it felt like you were being hit by ice picks. I was a military pay specialist and worked in personnel. I enjoyed my stay there and met some wonderful Korean nationals both female and male. Very gracious people. Most of the girls I dated wanted to get married. The girl that I most attracted to was my buddies girlfriend so I had to settle with her girlfriend. Bill Leutbecher bleutbecher@att.net

Guest		15-Feb-2025 21:37
I was stationed at Camp Stanley from 02-64- 03-65 and stayed in Quonset Housing. During 1964 we had the worst Monsoon storms ever in history. 6 inches of rain in four hours and it rained so hard we could not go outside because it felt like you were being hit by ice picks. I was a military pay specialist and worked in personnel. I enjoyed my stay there and met some wonderful Korean nationals both female and male. Very gracious people. Most of the girls I dated wanted to get married. The girl that I most attracted to was my buddies girlfriend so I had to settle with her girlfriend. Bill Leutbecher bleutbecher@att.net

Guest		15-Feb-2025 21:37
I was stationed at Camp Stanley from 02-64- 03-65 and stayed in Quonset Housing. During 1964 we had the worst Monsoon storms ever in history. 6 inches of rain in four hours and it rained so hard we could not go outside because it felt like you were being hit by ice picks. I was a military pay specialist and worked in personnel. I enjoyed my stay there and met some wonderful Korean nationals both female and male. Very gracious people. Most of the girls I dated wanted to get married. The girl that I most attracted to was my buddies girlfriend so I had to settle with her girlfriend. Bill Leutbecher bleutbecher@att.net

juan valdivia		22-Jan-2025 21:09
Hi i was assigned to the 51st Sig BN at Camp Thor Echo, Co 1967 1968 Uijeonbug Korea. any here been there at that camp.. thank you Sgt Juan Valdivia

juan valdivia		22-Jan-2025 20:58
Is one here assigned to the 51st sig bn at camp Thor Echo Co D 51st sig Bn 1966 1968

Guest		28-Mar-2021 14:52
I am a descendant from a Korean mother and afro-american US Army soldier who was stationed in Korea, possibly 1971 but at least 1972. He was most likely stationed in the Pajun area. I have been adopted, living in The Netherlands now and I am now trying to find my birth parents. Would anyone know how I could locate my father? Please respond to yoeniversal@yahoo.com

Dianellie		25-Jan-2019 09:48
I have been searching for my dads military year book and I came across your site. He is about to past and it would mean the world to me if I could find one. His original copy was left with our great grandmother and when she passed a family member took possession of it and will not return it. I was wondering if you had a copy or know where I could purchase it. 1ST BN 15th Field Artillery Camp Stanley Korea 1972 I would greatly appreciate any help or suggestions in finding a copy. Demanddi@gmail.com

Volker Hestermann		16-Nov-2018 17:23
Gary Griffen 15th Aviation Battelin 1963/1964 Korea

alphonzo yates		09-Nov-2018 16:08
226 signal co.vhf section march 1970-april 1971

Stanley mcguire		02-Oct-2018 17:24
Stanley McGuire, I served at Camp Casey 1965-1966. Cannot find much on Camp Casey of this time period. The village was called Mickey Mouse corner.

Guest		20-Sep-2018 23:52
THOMAS J BIEBER SERVED AT CAMP HUMPHERS FEB 1973 FEB 1974 IN THE 213 AVN CO. BLACK CATS WOULD LIKE TO HERE FROM GUYS I SERVED WITH PLEASE EMAL ME AT susanntombieber@gmail. com

Guest		13-Jul-2018 02:06
Looking for people who served in camp page korea, 1967 to 1969 please email me at janepressley@yahoo.com

Guest		13-Jul-2018 02:04
Looking for men who served in 1967 & 1968,1969 O have so many questions at camp page, please contact me janepressley@yahoo.com

Mangchi		11-Jul-2018 11:38
Had I not been denied military service due to very bad eyesight, I would have wanted to be stationed in Korea. It's nice to see what I missed back in 1973/1974, which is when I would have entered the Army.

Michael Lindsey		08-Mar-2018 15:29
Great photos. I was in the Scout Platoon at Camp Greaves 1972-73. Anyone who knows me can contact me through my pbase site.

mike olson		03-Feb-2018 04:06
I am looking for old squad leader bill emmons he was in a honest john unit in korea about 1977 1978 time frame. We served together in an Aviation AVIM unit (B co 205th Trans bn) 1981 1984 thanks for the space to do this.

Guest		22-Sep-2017 22:05
I was along the DMZ in 72 and 73. Stationed in the 2 outposts and use to pull patrols.

Guest		13-Sep-2017 11:41
spec.4 Fowler. I was stationed at Camp Essayons from august 1971 to seotember 1972. I was an artillery mechanic, worked in the motorpool in B battery 6/37th artillery. Like most young guys, I grew up a lot During my tour. At the time, it didn't seem like very good duty, but looking back, it was one of the best experiences of my life. It's kind of sad to see camp essayons as well as many other compounds shut down and erased by by Korean expansion.

scotty loudenber		01-Aug-2017 16:10
Hey,I was there in71-72.At that time it was still5/38FA.Camp Stanley.Was in motor pool,forward obs.and many times at DMZ.Saw lot of changes even back then.Had friends from all over.You all take care,and live long,,,

Jon E. Hollister		07-May-2017 14:59
I was at camp Paige in 19662 to 1963, I had a great time. I was in the 161 Eng Co .

Lawrence k collier		15-Apr-2017 18:52
I was station at camp page from mar 65 to mar 66 i was glad to see thst someone served on the ADM. Plt because VA tells me that it never exist, same as some of the acid stuff we had to dump. But i had a great time, got to play basketball against players like larry brown, got to visit japan and got to see how other people lived and made me relized that the usa us the greatest country ever

Jim Hein		18-Mar-2017 16:17
I've been trying to find anything concerning CC1, an Honest John Artillery Base, part of Camp Casey. I was TDY there for 6 months in 1963 from 7th Div Admin Co. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who was there or has ANY info on CC1. BTW, was there for Bob Hope's Show, too. Thanks, Jim

John Matson		12-Feb-2017 02:33
Was stationed at Camp Greaves from 1973-1974, 1/31st Inf (M) CSC Redeye Plt. Still got my yearbook, was only 18, brings back lots of memories. Once a month for a week, had to take turns guarding Redeye missiles at the 4/7 Cav post(think it was Camp Stanton or Stanley, not sure which one)

Guest		19-Dec-2016 05:30
Great Pics and hard to believe it's been so many years. I was stationed for 12 months at Camp Kaiser while attached TDY to Task Force Alpha 4th Missile Command out of Camp Page during 1959 and 1960. Email is dwebb4630@aatt.net if anyone remembers me. Dennis Webb, California

Joe Jarvis		15-Jul-2016 16:41
Can someone tell how I go about getting the Korean Service Medal I am told I am entitled to. I was stationed at Camp Page from Jan. 1973-May 1974. I would appreciate any help with this. Joe Jarvis, Michigan

Heather Phipps		17-Jun-2016 16:03
My dad, Dr Don Mardis was at Camp Page mid 1970 for 13 months! I would love to see photos from then!! im4chkd@yahoo.com is my email!

Mark Parness		19-Apr-2016 02:26
I was at Camp Page from June 1st 1969 to March 27th 1970. I was attached to the 4th Maintence Command.

Mark Parness		19-Apr-2016 02:23
I was at Camp Page from 1969-1970. I was attracted to 4th Maintenence Command.

Guest		16-Feb-2016 00:33
I was there in 77 TDY for a few weeks with the 44th engineer bn. We placed airfield matting down for landing strip

jeff. (frenchy) leclaire		02-Jan-2016 15:30
Anyone else can share photos. I really like to see them. Jeffleclairesr@yahoo.com. thanks. C Co. 161 engr. 60 to 62. Happy new year.

Guest		22-Dec-2015 17:00
Jan 73-Dec73 JUSMAG-K

Guest		22-Dec-2015 16:59
Served Jan 73 - Dec73 JUSMAG-K

bill mohler		22-Nov-2015 16:41
i was at Camp Page 1976 to 1977 during some interesting times on the DMZ. I was 22 in 1976 and had a great time in Chun Chon. what is the Korean Defense Service Medal

Guest		17-Nov-2015 04:44
I was at Task Force Alpha at Camp Kaiser---42nd Honest John Missile Battalion from Dec 59 to Dec 1960. My name is Dennis Webb and I was an AN/GRC 46 radio operator. I remember Sgt Strait, Willy Piper, Roger Dahlke and good ol' Lt. Col Tom Flatly. Anyone remembering me or that outfit please let me know. dwebb4630@att.net 11/16/15

steve lambert		23-Sep-2015 17:42
i was at camp graves in 1969 and some of 1970 2nd/23 inft.

Bill Leverton		22-Sep-2015 18:43
I like the pictures and have some just like it! I would like to talk to you Lt. Ervin, this is Levy and my time is short once again! You have always been my Lt. Dan... Bill Leverton 435-749-0096 Thank you.

James mcfarland		09-Jul-2015 23:31
Hi. Mack the kid thay gave me 30%For typ 2 and e d And my hearing going for PTSD becausThe captin pul his 45 on me .he was no captin to me . Just because I said when I get my 16 I would,Yes I did say that ,he was maid at me because the MED, gave me 12 days off He was replaced soon And thay maid me the 2lue, driver , can you believe that That's Korea for you Fun in he##.Got agent orange. Thank you 62 now how much longerHave I got...!!!

dennis fogg		03-Jul-2015 16:11
Great pictures I was with the Hdqs Det. 168th Med. Bat. Camp Moiser Korea Jan.1964-Feb.1965.

Guest		09-Jun-2015 11:04
i Was in camp page 1960 to 1962 with the 161 combat eng would like to hear from anybody that rembers me all I want for x mass is my 2 front teeth I was the guy who did not go out on pass for the fisrt couple of months can be reaced at 631 512 2739

Andy grub		20-Apr-2015 19:52
Ron shapely your redeye buddy from camp greater 72=73 Andy grub

Guest		20-Apr-2015 19:49
Ron shapely minds you buddy Andy your redeye buddy

Guest		04-Apr-2015 16:50
Steve Moore I was at pelham 1970 1971. 2nd/17th F.A B btry Had a part time gig at the radio station. Lots of fun and parties.

mcfarland		10-Mar-2015 13:42
Hi Mack 1970 nov till nov 71 camp Pelham & 4papa 1. Aph. The kid I was 17 at the time did not get up north till march 1970 .had to jump a 2 1/2 and report to the cap ,you will get your money. 45$ a month. But don't right home and tell that you are up in the d m z. 17 & the only son .

Guest		20-Jan-2015 17:23
GARY L. HOPPER I WAS THERE IN 1972-1973 AT CAMP PAGE I WAS A M.P. MY E-MAIL IS RCOGARYHOP@AOL.COM THANKS FOR THE PICTURES

Steven P DAvis		18-Dec-2014 23:14
God pictures. I was there in 68-70 with the same Honest John Unit get no VA Benefits for Agent Orange.

Guest		03-Nov-2014 02:18
I was stationed at Camp Greaves from 1983 to 84 in weapons platoon and spent time on the fence and seeing these pictures brings back memories.

Walt		17-Oct-2014 19:19
Great shots! I visited Korea twice as part of 5th AF logistics readiness teams in April & June 1995 for total of about 5 weeks. USAF contracting MOS troops rarely get to Korea. I was based in Okinawa & our forward deployment location was on the peninsula.

William Easterling		04-Mar-2014 20:46
Correction...service from June '71 to September '72........NOT '73.

William Easterling		04-Mar-2014 20:43
William Easterling....I was there from June 1971 to September 1973. Alpha Battery 1/42nd FA. I was a trained FDC artillery-man trained at Fort Sill, Oklahoma...but was put in the office to replace a training NCO leaving for California. I guess you could have called me a "Remington (typewriter) Raider. Also saddled with teaching ENGLISH to KATUSAs. Not bad duty for 14 months, and I met a lot of great guys.

Rod Allen		26-Feb-2014 17:30
Nice site....was there same time Dec-+-23-24 1972 to Dec. +-10th 1973. 161 Engineers until disbanded in Sept 73?. Next best thing to returning, are the many photos provided.

Guest		06-Feb-2014 03:28
Nice pictures the way I remember in my time frame/Camp Pelham 71-72. Thomas Gourley

BoB Coyle		30-Jan-2014 00:07
Abtry 1/15 Feb73-FEB 74 Remember being at 4p1 a lot also combat pay until oct 73. The Vill outside Camp Stanley.Remember Hearing about NK infiltrators.At the time though it was the end but today realize it was a good time of my life and met a lot of good people.

David Fraunfelder		10-Dec-2013 22:21
I spent a year in the DMZ June 1964 to July1965, running a night surveillance radar at GP Anne. We were stationed with "B Troop" just across the river. There were three tank troops there "A", "B" and "C" with an NCO club high on a hill! We were just across "Freedom bridge. Things have change so much I can't find anything that looks familiar! I have a couple hundred slides that I took and still have. Just wrote my story of the 13 months north of the Imjin. I went to radar training school with Bill Birdsong at Fort Sill!

Mark hux		30-Aug-2013 03:08
I was at that same show but roy reedy and me and some others was on the hill doing r thing if you know what i mean is was in A brty 1st 15th FA jan72-march73 the peace sign was made by dennis,harold,me,little richard it was stright up from em hooch to the op and to the right does anybody remenber it

Guest		30-Aug-2013 03:01
I guess i miss that to. I was at the bob hope thing although i and a few other was up on the hill if you know what i mean i was with the 1st 15th fa A brty

Guest		02-Jul-2013 00:22
Ron Stapley Thank you for posting the pictures. I was stationed at Camp Greaves in 1972-1973 and lost all of my pictures when i got back so seeing these pictures brought back being there all over again

Guest		02-Jul-2013 00:20
Ron Stapley Thank you for posting the pictures. I was stationed at Camp Greaves in 1972-1973 and lost all of my pictures when i got back so seeing these pictures brought back being there all over again

Michael Witmer		31-Mar-2013 19:26
Miss America 1973--how did I miss this!!! I was at the USO Bob Hope Christmas Show at Camp Casey in December 1972 and saw Miss World (Australia) and American singer Lola Falana. I was based at Camp Stanley (artillery) near Uijongbu but spent most of my time along DMZ from 4P1 Fire Base adjacent to Camp Greaves all the way into the Chorwon Valley. In-country from November 1972 to December 1973. My unit, 1/15 FA, was at DMZ and participated in search for NK infiltrators near Yonchon on April 17, 1973--ROKs killed 2 and wounded at least 1. These were the best of times for a nineteen-year-old!!!

bill birdsong		24-Jun-2012 22:43
Thanks for posting these interesting pictures. I have some on my pbase site from about ten years earlier. The Korea of today seems another world.

jim morano		22-Jun-2012 10:16
I was at camp page 1967 1/42 arty. nice pics. name is jim morano

Guest		27-Apr-2012 20:15
Those are cool pics. reminds me of being at camp greaves 1972-73

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Gary Poole		01-Aug-2011 01:29
Awesome pictures, thanks for the memories. Did you get to go to the USO show in 1972?

Guest		20-Nov-2009 16:09
Interesting to see it 20 years after I was there. Any photos up around Yonchon? http://www.pbase.com/dickh

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