Preserving The Oral HistorIES of Combat Veterans
Collection of items from Lt. John Huneycutt from WWII, including squadron photos, a hometown news article, and a mission report that gives a description of John destroying a Japanese bomber. Lt. Huneycutt flew 2 planes; Anxious Ann and Cookie's Nookie.
The order issued to the Germans for complete surrender, effectively ending WWII on the European front.
John M. Skrzypiec's Navy Log dated from 12/29/41 to 5/28/52
John M. Skrzypiec's Navy Log dated from 12/29/41 to 5/28/52
Former Army PFC John Giovanni recounts the stories from his time in the Army in Europe and Northern Africa.
Former Navy Seabee Joe Garofalo tells the story of his time in the 121st Battalion in the Pacific on the islands of Saipan and Tinian, among others.
Leo Goldner organizes a Seder in the Philippines for Passover after acquiring materials, food, and help from various sources.
Leo Goldner boards a Japanese ship and accepts the surrender of its captain.
Leo Goldner's experiences in Ft. Benning dealing with a tough tactical officer and teaching judo to a Colonel.
Mr. Goldner becomes the assistant to the Lieutenant in charge of entertainment for the troops, and has many interesting experiences with the entertainers including an attack during a performance.
