Oral History Interview with Ray Tirey, January 10, 2001
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Ray Tirey. Tirey joined the Navy in July of 1943. He served as Third-Class Quartermaster during his ship travels. He deployed to Scotland, where he was assigned to a British Landing Craft, Tank. Tirey provided direct fire support during amphibious landings during the invasions of Normandy, Iwo Jima and Okinawa. He was assigned to USS LCS(L)(3)-54 for the Pacific invasions. He was discharged around late 1945.
Date:
January 10, 2001
Duration:
1 hour 1 minute 31 seconds
Creator:
Tirey, Ray
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation