Oral History Interview with Richard Haw, November 24, 2009
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Richard Haw. Haw joined the Navy in April of 1943. He completed Hospital Corps and Operating Room technician training. He completed Amphibious Training with the 5th Marine Division at Camp Pendleton in California. In 1945 he traveled with the 5th Marine Division aboard the USS Hansford (APA-106) to participate in the Battle of Iwo Jima. Haw was wounded during the battle by an explosion. From Iwo he participated in the Battle of O…
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November 24, 2009
Creator:
Haw, Richard
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National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation