Turkish Brigade archives collection regarding Korean War
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Item North Star(1951-07-01)(1951-07-01) Joshua GarrawayItem Regulations and orders for the Turkish soldiers, returning to Turkey(1951-07-01) Tahsin Yazıcı (1892 – 1970); Joshua GarrawayThis document, dated July 1, 1951, is a blue carbon copy of a typescript, measuring 33 x 20.5 cm (13 x 8 inches). It is printed on both sides and features original red confidential stamps. The document includes pencil annotations detailing numbers of uniforms, blankets, and equipment in the blank spaces below the main text. It exhibits soft folds with tiny tears and a small loss of the white margin at the top center, with edges and folds slightly age-toned. The document outlines regulations and procedures for Turkish soldiers returning to Turkey from Korea. It also includes specific instructions for prisoners, soldiers who volunteered to remain in Korea, those treated for syphilis, and the distribution of ammunition and weapons. Composed by Tahsin Yazıcı, a distinguished military commander who led the Turkish Brigade during the Korean War, the document reflects his significant role in the conflict, including his brigade's actions at the Battle of the Ch'ongch'on River.Item North Star(1957-01-30)(1957-01-30) Joshua GarrawayJanuary 30, 1957 Issue: This issue consists of two sheets, originally stapled, with text spanning three pages. The pages are folded with some tears, and the first sheet has been recently repaired. The second sheet bears older brown tape at the lower part, and the rear blank page has a handwritten address to Bayan Özden in Istanbul and rubber stamps indicating "Free Mail." This issue, published six and a half years later, features more international content, including articles on Japan.Item A List of Turkish Soldiers, their Guns and Equipment(1950) Joshua GarrawayThis document comprises two sheets measuring 19 x 28 cm (7.5 x 11 inches), featuring handwritten lists in pencil on both sides. The lists detail the names, army numbers, and serial numbers of guns assigned to 24 Turkish soldiers who served in Korea during the 1950s. Additionally, the document includes checklists of equipment, such as tents and tools, as well as ammunition. The sheets exhibit signs of aging, including folds, small tears, and loss of paper and lettering, with some staining and slight toning. The content is written in Turkish and provides a record of military personnel and their equipment in the field.Item Dear Major,…(1950) Sami DURAK; Joshua GarrawayThis document consists of three and a half sheets of blue carbon copy, detailing a spy report by a Turkish officer, most likely First Lieutenant Sami Durak of the 5th troop. Measuring 27 x 20.5 cm (10.6 x 8 inches) for three sheets and 16 x 20.5 cm (6.3 x 8 inches) for the half sheet, the report is written in simple, colloquial Turkish and is addressed to an anonymous major. The report captures conversations among Turkish soldiers in Korea. The document exhibits signs of aging, including stains, foxing, soft folds, and a torn last sheet, but the text is likely complete. The author is referred to as "Sami" in the text, suggesting it is the same individual, Sami Durak, who authored the annotated GI slang dictionary.Item 單語帳(1950) Sami DURAK; Joshua GarrawayThis document is a compact yet significant ephemeral dictionary of American GI army slang used during the Korean War, created by Turkish soldier Sami Durak. Measuring 7 x 12.5 cm (2.7 x 4.9 inches) and spanning 40 pages, this dictionary includes handwritten annotations and translations from English to Turkish, reflecting the slang used by American soldiers. The dictionary features a range of slang terms such as "kidding," "buddy," "pal," "hotspot," "stick," "sack time," "shack up," "jail," "prison," "nock up," "drunk," and "piss on you." The cover of the dictionary is signed by Sami Durak, and it contains notes in ink and pen on various pages and wrappers, providing a personal touch and additional context. The dictionary's inner cover includes handwritten references to Sergeant George McFarland and Sergeant Luther Sheppard, stationed in Daegu. Sami Durak, the owner, is mentioned in Nazım Dündar Sayılan's book Kore Harbinde Türklerle as a First Lieutenant of the 5th troop, with his address listed as İskele Cd. No:71, Istanbul (Selimiye) on page 6.Item Wanted Korean Spies(1950)An extremely rare lithographed American poster. This poster was printed to be possibly hung on walls in North and/or South Korea by the US military, to capture previously identified North Korean spies. It includes full-body photographs of eight spies, with case numbers indicated below each photo. The phrase "You cannot tell spies by sex, shape or size, but one caught today will save GI lives!" is printed vertically between the photos.Item Contemporary U.S. Army Records Jacket(1950) U.S. post officeItem Photomontage: an anonymous Turkish Brigade soldier(1950)The photomontage commemorates the participation of an anonymous soldier from the Turkiye Brigade in the Korean War. Positioned in the upper right corner, it features a soldier's portrait alongside a battlefield map, symbolizing the soldier's courageous engagement in combat. Adjacent to this depiction stands a woman draped in the Turkic flag, wielding a torch, embodying the spirit of liberty and resilience. Emblazoned above is the iconic slogan 'Yurtta sulh, cihanda sulh' (Peace at home, peace in the world), a maxim championed by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the revered founding president of the Turkic Republic. Originating in 1931, this motto has since transcended its origins to become emblematic of the Turkic Republic's enduring commitment to peaceful diplomacy and international harmony.Item North Star(1954-08-04)(1954-08-04) 3th Turkiye Brigade; Joshua Garraway‘North Star’ is the USNS GNS, a warship heading from Korea to Turkiye. R.M. Blatchford (T-AP 153) is considered to have been written by the third troop of the Turkiye Brigade, the last to be deployed in the Korean War. Judging by the text, it is believed to be the final leg of the route to Turkiye through the Suez Canal, sailing around the eastern Mediterranean. The magazine was named 'North Star' (original: Şimal Yıldızı or Kutup Yıldızı) after the code name of the Turkiye Brigade. ‘North Star’ was a magazine published on board ships on long voyages and included amusing stories, uplifting short stories, poetry, patriotic sayings, humorous illustrations, and anecdotes from the return journey. This collection contains a significant portion of articles written by Huseyin Yakis, which looks back on the Korean War and contains an evaluation of the capabilities of Turkic soldiers and a pessimistic view of the national system.Item Name List: Returning Home Soldiers from The First Group of The Turkish Brigade(1951) Joshua GarrawayThis document is a list of soldiers who returned home to Turkiye. This list was mimeographed in Korea and detailed the personal information (service number, unit, rank) of returning soldiers. In this document, the information of 151 soldiers has been mimeographed, and in the last line of the list, you can see that one person's name has been additionally written in pen. This list has no date information but is presumed to have been compiled between the fall of 1951 and the spring of 1954.Item Korea And The War(1954-06-01) 4th Turkish Brigade. 2nd Division; Joshua GarrawayEntitled 'Korea ve Harp,' this 53-page mimeographed booklet, though not formally registered, is attributed to the fourth unit of the Turkiye Brigade. It serves as a comprehensive compendium encompassing diverse topics such as Korea's national identity, the genesis of the Korean War, the military endeavors of the Turkiye Brigade, profiles of esteemed combat personnel, and a poignant roster of fallen soldiers interred at the United Nations Memorial Park in Busan. Chapter 1 delves into the intricacies of Korea's ethnicity, historical backdrop, linguistic heritage, religious affiliations, and demographic composition. Meanwhile, Chapter 2 meticulously chronicles the evolving conflict dynamics in Korea, delineating key stages and pivotal dates, while offering a critical assessment of South Korea's military capabilities and combat strategies. Additionally, the booklet boasts eight meticulously crafted maps, including one illustrating the ancient Three Kingdoms period, alongside others delineating pivotal battles wherein the Turkiye Brigade played a pivotal role. Notable among these are depictions of engagements such as the Battle of Gunuri and the Battle of Geumyangjang-ri, spanning from November 25, 1950, to July 1951, vividly portraying the tactical intricacies of ground operations.Item After War Volum 20(1951-10-18) Refik Soykut; Nazmi Ozoğlu; Dr.K.Cumbusel; Joshua Garraway‘Savaş Dönüşü’ is a mimeograph magazine produced by the first troops of the Türkiye Brigade deployed in the Korean War. USNS General C.C. returned from Korea to Turkiye in September and October 1951. Turkiye forces aboard Ballou (T-AP-157) carried news from their homeland heard on the warship's radio and reports on the progress of the Korean War. In addition, it contains news from other cities such as Tokyo and London, eulogies describing and honoring the circumstances of the death of fallen comrades, anecdotes from warships, humorous stories, and inspiring quotes from religious figures.Item After War Volum 15(1951-10-13) Refik Soykut; Nazmi Ozoğlu; Dr.K.Cumbusel; Joshua Garraway‘Savaş Dönüşü’ is a mimeograph magazine produced by the first troops of the Türkiye Brigade deployed in the Korean War. USNS General C.C. returned from Korea to Turkiye in September and October 1951. Turkiye forces aboard Ballou (T-AP-157) carried news from their homeland heard on the warship's radio and reports on the progress of the Korean War. In addition, it contains news from other cities such as Tokyo and London, eulogies describing and honoring the circumstances of the death of fallen comrades, anecdotes from warships, humorous stories, and inspiring quotes from religious figures.Item After War Volum 08(1951-10-05) Refik Soykut; Nazmi Özoğul; K. Cumbusel; Joshua Garraway‘Savaş Dönüşü’ is a mimeograph magazine produced by the first troops of the Türkiye Brigade deployed in the Korean War. USNS General C.C. returned from Korea to Turkiye in September and October 1951. Turkiye forces aboard Ballou (T-AP-157) carried news from their homeland heard on the warship's radio and reports on the progress of the Korean War. In addition, it contains news from other cities such as Tokyo and London, eulogies describing and honoring the circumstances of the death of fallen comrades, anecdotes from warships, humorous stories, and inspiring quotes from religious figures.Item After War Volum 03(1951-09-30) Refik Soykut; Nazmi Ozoğlu; Dr.K.Cumbusel; Joshua Garraway‘Savaş Dönüşü’ is a mimeograph magazine produced by the first troops of the Türkiye Brigade deployed in the Korean War. USNS General C.C. returned from Korea to Turkiye in September and October 1951. Turkiye forces aboard Ballou (T-AP-157) carried news from their homeland heard on the warship's radio and reports on the progress of the Korean War. In addition, it contains news from other cities such as Tokyo and London, eulogies describing and honoring the circumstances of the death of fallen comrades, anecdotes from warships, humorous stories, and inspiring quotes from religious figures.