Oral History Interview with Vernon Bowen, April 10, 2015
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Vernon Bowen. Bowen quit school and joined the Navy in August 1944. After training, he went aboard the USS Franklin (CV-13) and served as messman and as a 40mm antiaircraft gun loader. He describes his experiences when the ship was bombed in March, 1945 and how he escaped from below decks. Bowen rode the ship back to New York. He was discharged in June, 1946.
Date:
April 10, 2015
Duration:
1 hour 20 minutes 51 seconds
Creator:
Bowen, Vernon
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation