Oral History Interview with Bill Barrow, December 20, 2012
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Bill Barrow. Barrow joined the Navy in April of 1944. And, beginning in June, Barrow served aboard the USS Claxton (DD-571). Barrow was assigned to a 40-millimeter gun and served as a deckhand. They went to the Solomon Islands, escorting other ships and the old USS Mississippi (BB-41). He discusses life aboard the Claxton, and his initiation experiences crossing the equator. They participated in the Battle of Peleliu and the Batt…
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Date:
December 20, 2012
Duration:
1 hour 35 minutes 22 seconds
Creator:
Barrow, Bill
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation