Oral History Interview with Thomas F. Jordan, February 9, 2006
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Thomas F. Jordan. Jordan joined the Navy on 8 December 1941. He was assigned to the USS Wichita (CA-45) and worked as a deck seaman. Jordan describes convoy duty, traveling in foggy conditions, and a collision between two British ships. He mentions an incident detailing how the ship was segregated. Jordan discusses taking part in the invasion of North Africa and trading fire with French ships at Casablanca. He then describes…
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Date:
February 9, 2006
Duration:
2 hours 42 minutes 50 seconds
Creator:
Jordan, Thomas F.
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation