Oral history interview with William J. V. Pitcher [sound recording], 1996.

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Oral history interview with William J. V. Pitcher [sound recording], 1996.

William Pitcher, a native of England and a twenty-two year career member of the Royal Army, discusses his varied service roles and combat itinerary before, during, and after World War II and the Korean War.

Sound recording : 1 sound cassette (ca. 40 min.) ; analog, 1 7/8 ips.Transcript : 22 p.Master sound recording : 1 sound cassette (ca. 40 min.) ; analog, 1 7/8 ips.Military papers : (1 folder)

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