Oral History Interview with Douglas A. Skinner, December 1, 2006
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents and oral interview with Douglas A. Skinner. Born 13 January 1923 in Fleetwood, Oklahoma, Skinner joined the Army 1 April 1943 and was sent to Fort Hood, Texas for basic training. Upon completion of basic, he volunteered for the Parachute Infantry and was sent to Fort Benning, Georgia for airborne training. He describes the training they received. Assigned to the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division he was sent to England. On …
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Date:
December 1, 2006
Creator:
Skinner, Douglas A.
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National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation