Oral History Interview with J. C. Kerr, April 5, 2002
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with J.C. Kerr. Kerr was born in Dillard, Oklahoma in 1921. Joining the Navy in 1939, Kerr was assigned to the USS Tennessee (BB-43) after attending boot camp in San Diego, California. He began on the job motor machinist training in the engine room while aboard. In 1941 he was transferred to the USS Washington (BB-56) as she began convoy duty in the Atlantic. In September 1942 the ship went to New Caledonia. Kerr tells of the shi…
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Date:
April 5, 2002
Duration:
2 hours 20 minutes 02 seconds
Creator:
Kerr, J. C.
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation