Oral History Interview with Paul Platz, August 1, 2007
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Paul Platz. Platz joined the Army in July of 1944. He served with the 77th Infantry Division, 307th Infantry Regiment. He participated in the liberation of the Philippines in late 1944. In the spring of 1945, Platz was in the assault on the Kerama Islands and the Battle of Okinawa, where he was wounded. He returned to the US and received a medical discharge.
Date:
August 1, 2007
Duration:
1 hour 46 minutes 16 seconds
Creator:
Platz, Paul
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation