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YO REALMENTE NO SABIA QUE EL REGIMENTO DE LA 65 DE INFANTERIA FUERA TAN NOTORIOSO Y QUE TUVIERA TANTA HISTORIA. ORGULLOSO DE SER VETERANO Y SABER QUE LA 65 HA PUESTO NUESTRA RAZA Y NUESTRO PAIS CON TANTA GLORIA Y ORGULLO. SALUDOS A EL SOLDADO JULIO MERCADO.
Carmen Diaz
Rego Park , N.Y. | May 17, 2009
I enjoyed this documentary because I believe my father was a Borinqueneer. He died when I was young but from the stories I hear from my brother I know very little. This was something I needed to watch. Even as a Puertorican is very moving to see that someone would remember our Hero's. To show this new generation that we have many things to be proud of. If anyone can help me I am trying to find info on my father. Can anyone direct me to websites that would help. Thank you.
Editor's Note: Try the RESOURCES section of our website for websites with more info on the 65th.
Nelson Medina Nieves
Puerto Rico | February 09, 2009
Hola a todos los Borinqueneers y a todas sus familias,a cada uno de ustedes que ya no tienen a su Borinqueneers solo quiero desirles que sigan investigando y luchando por cada uno de los derechos de estos heroes de guerra, mi abuelo Jesus Nieves Crespo fue uno de ellos y desde que el mismo me conto todo lo que tuvieron que pasar y el abuso que se cometio contra ellos empese a investigar y pude conseguir mucha informacion la cual fue muy bien utilizada, gracias a Noemi y Al Reportero Jose Delgado los cuales se mostraron muy interesados, mi abuelo Jesus tuvo la oportunidad de poder ver el documental y creanme fue el orgullo mas grande que pudo aver sentido, mi gente esto no se trata de politica ni mucho menos de quien hiso que solo se trata de poder sacar a la luz lo grande y valientes que fueron los de la 65 de infanteria o los Borinqueneers. Defiendan su pasado ya que en el hay mucha historia que el mundo desconose, Gracias a todos por seguir en esto. PAPA SEGUIMOS EN LA LUCHA
Jose A. Jaramillo
Mcallen, Texas | December 29, 2008
My name is Jose A. Jaramillo, my father is Manuel Jaramillo (El Mejicano) who served with the 65th. in 1951, in Korrea. I never understude the pride that my father had for his fellow soldiers of the 65th. till I saw the film. My father is from Reynosa, Mexico and joined the American Army in order to help with his citizenship, but because of his not being able to speak good english they sent him to the 65th. He tells of the rice and beans, the music and most of all the great pride and honor of the Puerto Ricans, I am an Vietnam Vetren and I know of many things that many Latins went through but even with all the wrong that this great country has done it is still the greatest contry in the world...I would love to take this moment to tell the men of the 65th. of the pride and honor I feel for you for having accepted my father into your ranks. He is now 77 years old and I know it would do his heart good to hear from someone that knew him in Korrea. If you remmember him please write me at jaramillopr@yahoo.com
James E. McCarthy
Sterling Heights, Michigan | December 23, 2008
I served with the 65th from Feb.1953 till April 1954. I was a Sgt. First Class.My last assignment was Operation/Intelligent Sgt. for the 1st Battalion.I was so proud to have served with the 65th it had a very distinguished fighting record. I also served in the following companies while with them, Baker company, Dog company and the last Head Quarters company. 1st Battalion. Our outfit spent all our time above the 38th parallel, in the Iron Triangle area.Again I say I am so proud to have served in this proud and distinguished outfit.God bless all the troops who didn't return.
John Scott Porterfield
Ohio | December 20, 2008
I have not posted here before. But..since this film was produced I do two things on October 28..every year. I watch this film with my children and I try to phone "Tripper" Cronhkite and catch up with him. It is an amazing film and reminds me that war is indeed hell and that we should remember always the men who fought it.
JSP
Note: John Scott Porterfield's father, CAP John Porterfield ("A" Company Commander) was killed in action on October 28th during the Jackson Heights battle. "Tripper" Cronkhite's father was Col. Willis Cronkhite, "F" Company Commander at Jackson Heights.
Felix "Boricua'' Diaz
East Hartford CT | December 09, 2008
I want to say thank you for this extraordinary documentary, this movie has open my eyes. Due to this film I search family members of my wife and by surprice her grandfather and uncles were part of the 65th. here in CT we have a Motorcycle club by the name the Borinqueneers which Im proud to ride with them and the respect that I have for the 65th.
Jennie Perez
Bronx & Mount Vernon, NY (Cabo Rojo, PR) | October 13, 2008
I saw this documentary in August 2007 at Hostos Community College in the Bronx. My father, Federico Perez, supported the presentation, since one of his long time friends, Ramon S. Velez had been a member of the Regiment. I heard Mr. Velez tell stories about the strugles but never imagined the extent to what I saw. Their courage, struggles, and conviction are beyond belief. I bought 5 DVD's and gave them as presents to my brothers and sisters in Florida and Puerto Rico. They were very excited.
I am a proud caborrojena de pura cepa, and orgullosa de hablar mi idioma dondequiera.
My 14 year old grandson is an ABC Scholar in Amherst, MA, and will be watching the documentary as a special aasignment at his boarding residence. He is curious about why I want him to watch the video but I am sure he will be proud to call himself a Puerto Rican and the great contributions we have made to the United States.
Thank you, Jennie Perez
Karmine Diaz
Orlando, FL | October 10, 2008
I am ashamed that I had never heard of The Borinqueneers. I consider myself a Proud Puerto Rican, maybe it’s my young age of 31 the reason that I have never heard of them. No longer can I say that, this film has opened my eyes and filled them with tears as I watched part of it. I was only able to catch the last part of the film on T.V. So I bought a DVD, I want to share it with my brother who is currently serving in the Army and with my father who is a retired Army Major. I myself also served for the short amount of 3 years.
I was surprised to see how the Puerto Ricans were treated back then, I always wondered how the Island looked like and how the Puerto Ricans were treated back in the 50's. Now I know. I wasn't sure if America was also racist towards us. It is sad to see that they were. I enjoyed the Documentary film very much; I hope one day someone makes a film like Spike Lee has recently done, showing us how the blacks also had an important role in the Vietnam War.
I was born in Puerto Rico and like I said I have always been a Proud Puerto Rican, now I am even prouder. This film to me showed me more than just the part that Puerto Ricans played in the Korean War. It also showed me how our cultural hasn't changed much; we are still a proud bunch of hard working and courage’s people and will always be.
I will also share this story to my fellow Puerto Ricans and anyone else willing to hear. I bought the DVD, Calendar and T-Shirt. I AM PROUD OF THE 65th Infantry.
Edwin Rodriguez
Tallahassee, FL | September 05, 2008
I did not get to watch The Borinqeneers documentary on my local PBS staion, so I purchased the film. I was blown away at how well it told the story about my brothers-at-arms - a story I had never known - until now.
I watched the firm with so much pride in my veins that I decided I could not keep it to myself. I tell everyone about it, especially, other Puerto Ricans I know or meet.
I sent the film as a gift to my brother (Army, Retired) in Colorado; he too shares the story.
Thank you so very much to everyone involved in putting together.
Sincerely,
Edwin Rodriguez Senior Master Sergeant (Retired) US Air Force
YO REALMENTE NO SABIA QUE EL REGIMENTO DE LA 65 DE INFANTERIA FUERA TAN NOTORIOSO Y QUE TUVIERA TANTA HISTORIA. ORGULLOSO DE SER VETERANO Y SABER QUE LA 65 HA PUESTO NUESTRA RAZA Y NUESTRO PAIS CON TANTA GLORIA Y ORGULLO. SALUDOS A EL SOLDADO JULIO MERCADO.
I enjoyed this documentary because I believe my father was a Borinqueneer. He died when I was young but from the stories I hear from my brother I know very little. This was something I needed to watch. Even as a Puertorican is very moving to see that someone would remember our Hero's. To show this new generation that we have many things to be proud of. If anyone can help me I am trying to find info on my father. Can anyone direct me to websites that would help. Thank you.
Editor's Note: Try the RESOURCES section of our website for websites with more info on the 65th.
Hola a todos los Borinqueneers y a todas sus familias,a cada uno de ustedes que ya no tienen a su Borinqueneers solo quiero desirles que sigan investigando y luchando por cada uno de los derechos de estos heroes de guerra, mi abuelo Jesus Nieves Crespo fue uno de ellos y desde que el mismo me conto todo lo que tuvieron que pasar y el abuso que se cometio contra ellos empese a investigar y pude conseguir mucha informacion la cual fue muy bien utilizada, gracias a Noemi y Al Reportero Jose Delgado los cuales se mostraron muy interesados, mi abuelo Jesus tuvo la oportunidad de poder ver el documental y creanme fue el orgullo mas grande que pudo aver sentido, mi gente esto no se trata de politica ni mucho menos de quien hiso que solo se trata de poder sacar a la luz lo grande y valientes que fueron los de la 65 de infanteria o los Borinqueneers. Defiendan su pasado ya que en el hay mucha historia que el mundo desconose, Gracias a todos por seguir en esto. PAPA SEGUIMOS EN LA LUCHA
My name is Jose A. Jaramillo, my father is Manuel Jaramillo (El Mejicano) who served with the 65th. in 1951, in Korrea. I never understude the pride that my father had for his fellow soldiers of the 65th. till I saw the film. My father is from Reynosa, Mexico and joined the American Army in order to help with his citizenship, but because of his not being able to speak good english they sent him to the 65th. He tells of the rice and beans, the music and most of all the great pride and honor of the Puerto Ricans, I am an Vietnam Vetren and I know of many things that many Latins went through but even with all the wrong that this great country has done it is still the greatest contry in the world...I would love to take this moment to tell the men of the 65th. of the pride and honor I feel for you for having accepted my father into your ranks. He is now 77 years old and I know it would do his heart good to hear from someone that knew him in Korrea. If you remmember him please write me at jaramillopr@yahoo.com
I served with the 65th from Feb.1953 till April 1954. I was a Sgt. First Class.My last assignment was Operation/Intelligent Sgt. for the 1st Battalion.I was so proud to have served with the 65th it had a very distinguished fighting record. I also served in the following companies while with them, Baker company, Dog company and the last Head Quarters company. 1st Battalion. Our outfit spent all our time above the 38th parallel, in the Iron Triangle area.Again I say I am so proud to have served in this proud and distinguished outfit.God bless all the troops who didn't return.
I have not posted here before. But..since this film was produced I do two things on October 28..every year. I watch this film with my children and I try to phone "Tripper" Cronhkite and catch up with him. It is an amazing film and reminds me that war is indeed hell and that we should remember always the men who fought it.
JSP
Note: John Scott Porterfield's father, CAP John Porterfield ("A" Company Commander) was killed in action on October 28th during the Jackson Heights battle. "Tripper" Cronkhite's father was Col. Willis Cronkhite, "F" Company Commander at Jackson Heights.
I want to say thank you for this extraordinary documentary, this movie has open my eyes. Due to this film I search family members of my wife and by surprice her grandfather and uncles were part of the 65th. here in CT we have a Motorcycle club by the name the Borinqueneers which Im proud to ride with them and the respect that I have for the 65th.
I am a proud caborrojena de pura cepa, and orgullosa de hablar mi idioma dondequiera.
My 14 year old grandson is an ABC Scholar in Amherst, MA, and will be watching the documentary as a special aasignment at his boarding residence. He is curious about why I want him to watch the video but I am sure he will be proud to call himself a Puerto Rican and the great contributions we have made to the United States.
Thank you,
Jennie Perez
I was born in Puerto Rico and like I said I have always been a Proud Puerto Rican, now I am even prouder. This film to me showed me more than just the part that Puerto Ricans played in the Korean War. It also showed me how our cultural hasn't changed much; we are still a proud bunch of hard working and courage’s people and will always be.
I bought the DVD, Calendar and T-Shirt. I AM PROUD OF THE 65th Infantry.
I watched the firm with so much pride in my veins that I decided I could not keep it to myself. I tell everyone about it, especially, other Puerto Ricans I know or meet.
I sent the film as a gift to my brother (Army, Retired) in Colorado; he too shares the story.
Thank you so very much to everyone involved in putting together.
Sincerely,
Edwin Rodriguez
Senior Master Sergeant (Retired)
US Air Force