Oral History Interview with Edward Nielsen, August 23, 2001
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Edward Nielsen. Nielsen joined the Army in January, 1941 and trained at Fort Knox. He was a good driver and was used to instruct other recruits in how to drive tanks. He discusses his experiences during the Louisiana Maneuvers prior to the war. When the war started, he headed for England with the 1st Armored Division be fore shipping to North Africa. Nielsen describes fighting in tanks in North Africa. Nielsen was captured by the…
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Date:
August 23, 2001
Duration:
59 minutes 04 seconds
Creator:
Nielsen, Edward
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation