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Oral History Interview with Jack Taylor, July 9, 2001

Description: The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Jack Taylor. Taylor joined the Navy through the V-5 program and went straight to flight training in December, 1942. He earned his wings and a commission in December 1943 and was sent to the fleet. He landed aboard USS Essex (CV-) and was assigned to VF-15 in June, 1944 and participated in raids against targets in the Philippines, on Formosa and the Palaus. Taylor stayed in combat until November before his air group returned … more
Date: July 9, 2001
Creator: Taylor, Jack
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation
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