Oral History Interview with Wilson Allmand, November 12, 2010
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Wilson Allmand. Allmand joined the Marine Corps in May 1942 and received basic training in San Diego. Upon completion, he was assigned to the 2nd Marine Division as a BAR rifleman. He served in Guadalcanal, which was swarming with mosquitos. Despite being administered antimalarial pills, Allmand and many others came down with malaria. He was also stricken with dengue fever and jaundice during his tour of duty. On Tarawa, he …
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Date:
November 12, 2010
Duration:
1 hour 10 minutes 38 seconds
Creator:
Allmand, Wilson
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation