Oral History Interview with Richard Smith, March 1, 2018
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Richard Smith. Smith was raised on a farm with six brothers. He joined the US Navy in early 1944. He completed boot camp in San Diego and was then assigned as a deckhand aboard USS Bland (APA-134). He recalls transporting troops and supplies to Saipan. He served in the occupation of Japan, and shares stories of travels to Japan and China.
Date:
March 1, 2018
Duration:
1 hour 27 minutes 09 seconds
Creator:
Smith, Richard
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation