Memoir, ca. 2001.

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Memoir, ca. 2001.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/51605424

Contains Essex's experiences during World War II and after the Japanese surrender. Discusses his duties as a signalman and member of a Beach Battalion, his two landings on Okinawa and humorous incidents while on the Philippines and Japan.

1 folder (13 p.)

Harold B. Lee Library

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Essex, William S., 1926-

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Served in the US Navy during World War II from 1943-1945. Essex was assigned to the USS Okanogan (Attack Transport [APA] 220). He achieved the rank of Signalman 2nd Class. From the description of Memoir, ca. 2001. (Brigham Young University). WorldCat record id: 51605424 ...