Oral History Interview with James Diefenderfer, October 18, 2018
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with James Diefenderfer. Diefenderfer joined the Army in March of 1943. He completed the Army Specialized Training Program, and joined the 1299th Engineer Combat Battalion. In June of 1945 they traveled to Manila, Philippines and Tokyo, Japan. He worked as a surveyor and for an officer, transporting him for various tasks during the Japanese occupation. He shares a number of anecdotal stories regarding his time overseas. Diefenderfer r…
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Date:
October 18, 2018
Duration:
1 hour 17 minutes 52 seconds
Creator:
Diefenderfer, James
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation