Oral History Interview with Joseph Golson, February 3, 2015
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Joseph Golson. Golson joined the Marine Corps in 1943 and trained at San Diego. Once overseas, he was assigned as a 60mm mortar man in the 4th Marine Regiment, 6th Marine Division. He was with them during the invasion of Guam. Golson describes some of the conditions of battle and his experiences in combat at Okinawa. He also shares anecdotes about occupation duty in Yokosuka before being discharged from the Marines in April, 1946.
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Date:
February 3, 2015
Duration:
1 hour 18 minutes 34 seconds
Creator:
Golson, Joseph
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation