Oral History Interview with Douglas Cloakey, August 1, 1981
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Douglas Cloakey. Cloakey joined the Marine Corps in October of 1940. He served with the 1st Battalion, 6th Marines. In 1941, they traveled to Iceland where they supplemented British troops to defend against a German attack on the island. In the fall of 1942, Cloakey deployed to Samoa and was assigned to the 3rd Raider Battalion. He participated in the Solomon Islands Campaign in 1943, and shares anecdotes of him and his fellow se…
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Date:
August 1, 1981
Creator:
Cloakey, Douglas
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation