Oral History Interview with Leonard Skinner

Oral History Interview with Leonard Skinner

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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral monologue by Leonard Skinner. Skinner joined the Marine Corps in March 1942 and received basic training in San Diego. Upon completion, he was assigned to the 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, stationed at Camp Elliott. His battalion was sent ashore on Gavutu under enemy fire. After taking the hill, Japanese flags were still flying, which led American planes to inadvertently bomb his battalion. Skinner was wounded, but not severely. The next day, he rejoined his outfit and made a bayonet charge on Tanambogo. Six weeks later they were sent … continued below

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20 p.

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Skinner, Leonard Creation Date: Unknown.

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National Museum of the Pacific War
Place of Publication: Fredericksburg, Texas

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National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Established in 1967, the Museum honors the 8 million Americans who served in WWII in the Pacific Theater by sharing their stories with the world. Located in Fredericksburg in the restored Nimitz "Steamboat" Hotel, the Museum partners with the Texas Historical Commission to preserve the historical resources of the era.

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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral monologue by Leonard Skinner. Skinner joined the Marine Corps in March 1942 and received basic training in San Diego. Upon completion, he was assigned to the 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, stationed at Camp Elliott. His battalion was sent ashore on Gavutu under enemy fire. After taking the hill, Japanese flags were still flying, which led American planes to inadvertently bomb his battalion. Skinner was wounded, but not severely. The next day, he rejoined his outfit and made a bayonet charge on Tanambogo. Six weeks later they were sent to Guadalcanal, where fighting was severe and food supplies were scarce for several months. At one point he was told to prepare for surrender because there was little chance of reinforcement. His unit was finally relieved and sent to New Zealand for R&R. He enjoyed Wellington and became lifelong friends with some of the locals. Skinner was then transferred to the 8th Marine Regiment and made D-Day landings in Saipan, Tinian, and Okinawa.

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20 p.

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World War, 1939-1945

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English

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Accession or Local Control No: OH02002
Archival Resource Key: ark:/67531/metapth1605242

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National Museum of the Pacific War Oral History Collection

This oral history collection depicts an instrumental era in American history. In these transcripts of interviews with World War II veterans are personal experiences with the war, from the Doolittle Raid and D-Day to the Battle for Bataan.

National Museum of the Pacific War Digital Archive

The Digital Archive presents digitized collections from the Center for Pacific War Studies collections at the National Museum of the Pacific War. Collections and material are continuously being added and represent only a small portion of the archives' physical holdings.

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