'M*A*S*H' - 'Trapper' John McIntyre Quiz

Answer: Francis Xavier

Clearly, Trapper John's parents were catholic based on his two middle names, which happen to be the name of a Catholic saint of the Jesuit order. As for the nickname Trapper, the meaning behind it is explained in the film and I won't repeat the seedy story here. Suffice it to say, Mr. McIntyre is a real ladies' man.

Answer: Winchester

Both Trapper John and Charles are from Beantown (let's hope Charles isn't reading this!) While Charles is a true Boston blueblood, McIntyre seems to be more middle class. It was in Boston that Trapper and Hawkeye first met, prior to arriving in Korea (again, this is information from the movie.) Trapper was schooled and did his residency in his hometown, also pre-Korea.

Answer: Tom Skerritt

Elliot Gould originated the Trapper John character in the 1970 film version of 'M*A*S*H', while the character was played by Wayne Rogers in the first three seasons of the television series. The character was revived and given his own series called 'Trapper John, M.D.' in 1979. Trapper John was played by Pernell Roberts in this series, which aired until 1986.

In this series the Trapper John character has considerably matured, and encounters a younger version of himself in Gonzo Gates, a veteran of a M*A*S*H unit during the Vietnam War.

Answer: Louise

Like Frank Burns, Trapper's wife is named Louise. Just as an aside, at an early stage in the show, Henry Blake called his wife Mildred. Was there something special about the names Louise and Mildred for the creators of the show?

Answer: 2 daughters; Becky and Kathy

Trapper mentions two daughters during the early years of the series, and talks with them at one point on the telephone. He also mentions them in a letter home to his family (in the season two episode called 'Kim' - see question 8).

Answer: 3

Wayne Rogers, as Trapper John, appeared regularly during the first three seasons of the television series (1972-75). Rogers elected to leave the series after the third season, as he felt that his character's role was diminishing and that there was little chance that the trend would reverse.

The producers sued Rogers for breach of contract, but it turned out that Rogers had never actually signed a contract so the case was thrown out of court!

Answer: Mildred Feeney

According to Trapper, Mildred was a three-night stand. She must have been a memorable date because Trapper was easily able to recall her telephone number. Hawkeye exploited Mildred's undying love for Trapper to help ship his 40 pounds of ribs from Chicago to Korea.

Answer: Kim

In the episode entitled 'Kim', the doctors encounter a five-year old Korean boy who has been injured in the leg. The dwellers of the 4077th quickly fall in love with Kim, especially Trapper who decides to adopt him, with the permission of his wife and daughters.

After a harrowing experience in a minefield, Trapper learns to his disappointment (and relief) that Kim's mother has been found.

Answer: An Ulcer

Trapper initially refuses a physical in the third season episode 'Checkup' because he has an ulcer and knows it. When Hawkeye confronts him with the problem, he admits that he's suffering from the ulcer. Hawkeye sees this as a positive, suggesting that this is Trapper's ticket home.

However, Trapper discovers that he will not be shipped home as a result of the ulcer, but rather will have to spend time in a hospital in Tokyo (or be treated at the 4077th). He elects to stay.

Answer: Yes

In the season three episode 'Bulletin Board', Trapper is featured writing a letter to his daughter Becky. Much like other, similar episodes, Trapper reads his letter out loud for the benefit of the audience.



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