Oral History Interview with Thomas Warneke, December 18, 2013
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Thomas Warneke. Warneke joined the Navy in December of 1942. He completed Torpedo School and beginning January of 1944, Warneke served as Torpedoman aboard the USS Wesson (DE-184). They traveled to Pearl Harbor, the Philippines, Iwo Jima and Okinawa, supporting invasions. He recalls his experiences through a kamikaze attack on their ship. Warneke continued his service after the war ended, receiving his discharge in early 1948.
Date:
December 18, 2013
Duration:
1 hour 54 minutes 12 seconds
Creator:
Warneke, Thomas
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation