The following photos were taken of my father just before and just after he boarded the USNS Collins, 16 November 1950. He was Killed in Action, with D Company, 7th Marines, on April 10, 1951. He was awarded the Silver Star Medal for his actions on that day.


Robert Mommsen


San Diego, California


Waiting to board the USNS Collins
Sgt R. V. Damon, Sgt J. C. Engel and Sgt Avenson; 0900 hours, 16 November 1950

Robert Mommsen

Aboard the USNS Collins - Enroute to Japan/Korea


R. V. Damon and Harold Lindley

Robert Mommsen





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