Oral History Interview with Vernon Ollar, October 12, 2021
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Vernon Ollar. Ollar was working at the Rock Island Arsenal when the war started. He was already married with a child when he was drafted into the Army in late 1942. Ollar was attached to B Company in the 81st Chemical Mortar Battalion and proceeded to train with them. In late 1943, Ollar was shipped to England for more training prior to the invasion of Normandy. He recalls fighting in the hedgerows, fighting at St. Lo and liberat…
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Date:
October 12, 2021
Duration:
2 hours 34 minutes 24 seconds
Creator:
Ollar, Vernon
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation