Oral History Interview with Henry Ricci

Oral History Interview with Henry Ricci

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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Henry Ricci. Ricci served as a first lieutenant with the medical detachment of the 132nd Infantry, Americal Division during the battle for Guadalcanal. He tells a riveting tale of the kill or be killed culture that existed during the conflict. He describes the hand-to-hand combat on Bloody Ridge, killings by the Japanese under a flag of truce, targeting of medics, stretcher bearers and patients, and the torture of American captives. He graphically tells of the hellish weather, massive jungle and constant battle with leeches and snakes. He recalls … continued below

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16 p.

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Ricci, Henry Creation Date: Unknown.

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Interviewee

Ricci, Henry

Interviewers

Publisher

National Museum of the Pacific War
Place of Publication: Fredericksburg, Texas

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National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Established in 1967, the Museum honors the 8 million Americans who served in WWII in the Pacific Theater by sharing their stories with the world. Located in Fredericksburg in the restored Nimitz "Steamboat" Hotel, the Museum partners with the Texas Historical Commission to preserve the historical resources of the era.

Description

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Henry Ricci. Ricci served as a first lieutenant with the medical detachment of the 132nd Infantry, Americal Division during the battle for Guadalcanal. He tells a riveting tale of the kill or be killed culture that existed during the conflict. He describes the hand-to-hand combat on Bloody Ridge, killings by the Japanese under a flag of truce, targeting of medics, stretcher bearers and patients, and the torture of American captives. He graphically tells of the hellish weather, massive jungle and constant battle with leeches and snakes. He recalls having reoccurring bouts of malaria and tells of combat related nightmares long after returning to the United States.

Physical Description

16 p.

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Library of Congress Subject Headings

World War, 1939-1945

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Language

English

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Accession or Local Control No: OH00923
Archival Resource Key: ark:/67531/metapth1604341

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National Museum of the Pacific War Oral History Collection

This oral history collection depicts an instrumental era in American history. In these transcripts of interviews with World War II veterans are personal experiences with the war, from the Doolittle Raid and D-Day to the Battle for Bataan.

National Museum of the Pacific War Digital Archive

The Digital Archive presents digitized collections from the Center for Pacific War Studies collections at the National Museum of the Pacific War. Collections and material are continuously being added and represent only a small portion of the archives' physical holdings.

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