Oral History Interview with Charles Dahlstrom, June 15, 2019
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Charles Dahlstrom. Dahlstrom joined the Navy around June of 1943. He served with the deck crew aboard USS Mississippi (BB-41). In November of 1943, they bombarded Makin Island, providing fire support. He talks of the mass casualties amongst the crew members during combat. Dahlstrom shares his experiences through the Battle of Surigao Strait in October of 1944, the Battle of Lingayen Gulf in January of 1945 and the kamikaze attack…
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Date:
June 15, 2019
Duration:
29 minutes 23 seconds
Creator:
Dahlstrom, Charles
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation