Oral History Interview with Clarence Heidemann, December 4, 2008
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Clarence Heidemann. Heidemann joined the Marine Corps. He was first assigned to the 4th Defense Battalion and traveled to Hawaii aboard the USS Henderson (AP-1). He was on liberty in Honolulu during the attack on Pearl Harbor. He describes what he witnessed on the day of the attack. He served on guard duty around the Navy yard and various posts after the attack. On 22 December his outfit was sent to Midway Island. They were sent …
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December 4, 2008
Creator:
Heidemann, Clarence
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National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation