John H. Coskey Jr.
The letter to his parents telling them of their 19-year-old son's death lists the cause as pneumonia. Many years later, a more graphic letter arrives from the Army, and the truth is finally learned about his death at the hands of his captors as a Prisoner of War in North Korea.
Letter from the Army to John's parents informing them of his death.
Condolences from President Eisenhower.
Letter from the Army (dated 9/24/2003) to Judy explaining in detail John H. Coskey Jr.'s horrific death at the hands of the North Koreans as he was held a Prisoner of War.
Map indicating places John was captured, taken and died.
Letters John wrote home:
- 2 April 1950 Palm Sunday, Camp McGill, Japan-discusses suicide of fellow soldier.
- 27 June (unknown. year) - John tells of his first day in Japan
