Oral History Interview with James Ashbaugh, July 9, 2019
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with James Ashbaugh. Ashbaugh joined the Navy in April of 1944. He completed Electrician School. He served as Fireman 1st Class aboard a landing craft tank, the LCT-60. He traveled to Bougainville and Manus. Ashbaugh continued his service after the war ended, and participated in the nuclear testing at Bikini Atoll, for which he provides vivid details. He served for a total of nine years in the Navy.
Date:
July 9, 2019
Duration:
1 hour 13 minutes 11 seconds
Creator:
Ashbaugh, James
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation