Oral History Interview with Hubert Douglas Crotts, October 5, 2010
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Hubert Douglas Crotts. Crotts joined the Marine Corps in July 1941. He was trained as a tanker, but realized he was claustrophobic. Crotts became a ground guide for the tanks and helped direct their fire from outside of the vehicle. He was sent to the Pacific as a part of the 2nd Marine Division. Crotts landed at Tarawa and tells of the difficulties that the tanks faced. He was awarded a Navy Cross by Admiral Nimitz. Crotts …
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Date:
October 5, 2010
Duration:
1 hour 13 minutes 43 seconds
Creator:
Crotts, Hubert Douglas
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation