Oral History Interview with Jay Rutherford, June 25, 2019
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Jay Rutherford. Rutherford joined the Navy in early 1943. He served as a Boatswain's mate aboard USS Harris (APA-2). In April, they traveled to the Aleutians, participating in the Battle of Attu. In December, after the Battle of Tarawa, they went to Pearl Harbor. While there, Rutherford had unexpected blindness, was treated and remained in service aboard the Harris. They participated in the Battle of Kwajalein in January 1944. Th…
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Date:
June 25, 2019
Duration:
2 hours 17 minutes 56 seconds
Creator:
Rutherford, Jay
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation