Oral History Interview with Douglas Fleming

Oral History Interview with Douglas Fleming

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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Douglas Fleming. As a college sophomore and member of the non-interventionist America First Committee, Fleming initially underestimated the significance of Pearl Harbor, primarily only concerned that it disrupted his studies. He resumed his education through the Navy V-7 program and upon completion of radar school he served briefly as an instructor before boarding the USS Henry A. Wiley (DM-29) as a CIC officer. At Iwo Jima, the crew proudly assisted with shore fire patrol and repelled a major Japanese counterattack with a continuous gun barrage at the base … continued below

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1 sound recording (1 hr., 29 min., 44 sec.)

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Fleming, Douglas 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.

Description

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Douglas Fleming. As a college sophomore and member of the non-interventionist America First Committee, Fleming initially underestimated the significance of Pearl Harbor, primarily only concerned that it disrupted his studies. He resumed his education through the Navy V-7 program and upon completion of radar school he served briefly as an instructor before boarding the USS Henry A. Wiley (DM-29) as a CIC officer. At Iwo Jima, the crew proudly assisted with shore fire patrol and repelled a major Japanese counterattack with a continuous gun barrage at the base of Mount Suribachi. And while taking friendly fire near Okinawa, Fleming, without having the authority to do so, ordered an immediate ceasefire to nearby ships. He recounts rescuing survivors at sea, and how his cabin was bloodied while quartering the wounded. His lasting impressions of the war include the great lack of sleep and how much responsibility he had as officer of the deck.

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1 sound recording (1 hr., 29 min., 44 sec.)

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World War, 1939-1945

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English

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Accession or Local Control No: OH02185
Archival Resource Key: ark:/67531/metapth1609196

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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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