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  1. Roger M

    Roger M New Member

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    Looking forward to reading and participating on this forum. I have been researching my father's military service (Army) for several years. Started with his discharge papers, a few letters and the local newspaper where he lived. Have discovered a great deal of information, but there are still a few gaps and some questions. He initially served in the Illinois Reserve Militia then enlisted in the US Army (1943). First overseas assignment was Burtonwood and subsequently assigned to a couple reinforcement battalions moving through France, Belgium, Germany and back to England before returning to the USA 45 DEC. I am also researching my father-in-law's military service (Navy - PC 621 Subchaser). Frankly, I find that his records are more complete than my father's records.
     
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    Welcome to the forum. Rich A. in Pa.
     
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    Welcome. We're a pretty friendly and knowledgeable bunch. Feel free to raise any issues or ask any questions you may have.
     
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    Cheers and Wellcome Roger!
     
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    Welcome. As stated above, we have some sharp guys and gals here and most are willing to help as they can.

    I don't think Navy personnel records from WWII were heavily affected by the St Louis records fire in 1971. Almost all of the Army personnel records were lost.
     
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    That was my impression as well. Already discovered that the Navy records generally seem to be more complete than my dad's Army records! I am going to be looking for information specifically regarding his ship, PC 621 and the USS Chilula.
     
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