SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Jim Roman
From: Chicago, Il
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COMMENTS:
"PONAPE ISLAND: In addition to Airfield Number Two at Palikir, the Japanese also constructed an airstrip (Airfield Number One) at Nan Pohn Mal. Date of photograph and altitude unknown."

I have some photos of that airfield being bombed. Dated May 22 1944. I can email if desired. They're from a collection I have of my fathers photo's that I'm digitizing and researching. Thanks for your site. I didn't know the name of the field.

Added: September 12, 2009

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Name: Robert Chadwell
From: Kwajalein
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COMMENTS:
I'm a former Marine now working on Kwajalein as a civilian contractor. Thanks for all the pictures as I'm a history nut! I also go up to Roi Namur frequently.

Semper Fi!
Rob Chadwell
805-355-3798

Added: August 20, 2009

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Chuck Cannato
From: White Plains, NY

COMMENTS:
I recently read the June 1, 2009 newsletter. I'm glad to hear that Charlie Knapp is doing much better. I hope to see him at the next reunion.

Semper Fidelis,
Sergeant Chuck Cannato

Added: July 25, 2009

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Name: Jed F.McClain
From: Godfrey Illinois
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
I just wanted to thank all the men of that era and the service to their country.My father Ralph McClain was in this Squadron.I am excited to see him in several photos. I know that he has always been proud to be a Marine.Dad does not have a computer but I live near by and will show him these pictures and play for him some songs on this site.Dad is 86 in good health living with mom.They have been married since high school.Thanks for making my dad in to a man!

Added: July 19, 2009

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Name: John Black
From: New Orleans, LA. USA
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COMMENTS:
As a child I grew up in Newport, AR. in the 1960.
The airbase was long since decommissioned by that time. But i always wanted to learn about what it must have been like in it operating hay day. What was the history? Who were the men who flew from the airbase. Very little history is available in Newport for research. Most people who lived during that time have since passed way, and the few who do remember are not willing to talk.
But the Newport Airbase played a vital roll in winning the war.
I am great full for this website. To help preserve a vital history. And to the men and women who were there.I would someday like to see a documentary movie made about MARINE BOMBING SQUADRON SIX-THIRTEEN.

Added: July 10, 2009

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Chris Lemaire
From: San Diego, CA
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COMMENTS:
There is a picture of my father, Arthur Lemaire, on page 4. He died in 1974, however, if anyone has any memories of him and would be kind enough to share them I would be extremely grateful.

Added: June 15, 2009

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: JoAnna McDonald
From: Carlisle, PA
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COMMENTS:
Military Researcher

Added: June 10, 2009

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Jim Burns
From: Port Angeles, WA
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
I've read a few comments and questions from Larry Lassise regarding VMF 221. In one posted on a helicopter site he asked about Robert R. Burns...my father. I'm seeking a way to contact Larry.
Jim Burns

Added: June 5, 2009

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Robin S. Semple
From: Longville, LA
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COMMENTS:
It has been a pleasure viewing many of the photos. Seeing the crew photos and the young faces was fascinating, especially my Dad, Bill Semple.

Added: June 4, 2009

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Tom Luehrs
From: Grand Rapids, MI
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COMMENTS:
Excellent site! I served in the Corps 1961-1965.VMFA-531 (F4B). We were TDY twice to Boca Chica in 63 and 64 before going to the far east. Was stationed at NAS Atsugi, Subic Bay and Danang in the spring of 65. I'd like to think we upheld the tradition of Marine Air that you guys established during WW2. I'll be back to visit often. Semper Fi Thomas Luehrs Cpl. USMC

Added: May 29, 2009