In Their Words

What knowledge did you have of the war in Europe prior to December 7th, 1941?
Why did you enlist in the Navy?
Where were you deployed to?
Were you given a furlough before you left to go overseas to Pearl Harbor?
Do you recall what you felt like the first time your ship was shot at?
Did you get along with the other enlisted men?
Got along fine with the men under him. Didn't fraternize too much with them.
Do you recall the first time you learned about kamikaze pilots?
Did you develop any stress over the kamikaze attacks?
What were some of the closest calls you had in your time at sea?
Why were you escorting troops to Africa prior to America's engagement in the war?
Did you get along well with any of your officers?
Did you ever meet anyone famous while you were in the service?
How has the sense of community changed over the past 60 years?
How can future generations honor your generation's legacy?
What are your thoughts on war as a means to resolve conflict?