I kept these photos of a WW2 Merchant Marine jumper as well as a black and white period photo of two WW2 era Merchant Marine sailors wearing their jumpers.  However my father served in the Merchant Marines during WW2 and I remember him telling me that the only time he ever wore those jumpers was during the time he spent attending the US Maritime School at Saint Petersburg, Florida.     Sorry I goofed and misunderstood your question.  It is my understanding that merchant sailors during the Korean War rarely ever wore those USN style jumpers preferring more practical civilian workwear.   Some had them stored away being veterans from WW2 or newly graduated cadets from the merchant academies.  

Thank you so much. I did transfer the KIA/WIA status onto the glass on the yard long I have with marker for now.  Thanks so much. 

Thanks Manky really appreciate you looking him up. Awesome that he’s a PH recipient. I’ll probably reach out to Matt and he might be able to find some stuff on him. Thanks!

Cpl Richard W Ackerman is listed as joining 9th Marines on 1st April 44 then transferred 1st November 44, awarded a PH.    If I had a spare copy, id give you one. Really nice find buddy, hopefully you'll find some more info.        

Thanks Manky appreciate the kind comments, don’t have any subscriptions, so research is pretty slow on my end. Appreciate you being willing to take a look 😊

Wow, absolutely shocked with the tone and utter disregard of mutual respect of fellow forum members . Blatantly calling people names is about as childish as it gets. All the members here very clearly tried to guide you based on the facts of actual piece which you don’t want to believe. And that’s fine, but everyone on here deserves to be treated in a respectful and civil manner. It should not dissolve to name calling and finger pointing. I would hope The OP would be part of the “intellectual persons” he mentions and get back on track as a productive and useful member of the forum rather than being banned once the admins see this post and shut it down. But maybe it’s to late for that…   Gear Fan

I have ran out of likes for the day. That is a cracking seabag, well done.  Doing some digging for you, hes missing a purple heart on his bar. Give me a few moments :)

Looks like the rationally train left the station a while ago, mods please close the thread.

Oh shoot I did not post the picture, guess it didn’t load. His alpha pants and overseas cap, 2 ribbon bars, 2 EGA’s, a photo of 2 marines (in Hawaii?) and a navy whistle 

I really wouldn't make a very good nurse if I exhibited any of those traits now would I, don't go hiding behind those that are dead and use them as a justification for your mindset. I don't need to insult you or attempt to make you look like an idiot in front of anyone here, you are doing such a fine job at that yourself.    Off you pop silk stocking.