Diary, August 1, 1943-February 18, 1944.

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Diary, August 1, 1943-February 18, 1944.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/704353164

Diary of Kelly's service as a Navy diver during World War II in Palermo, Sicily and Naples, Italy, August 1, 1943-February 18, 1944. He was with the 1051st Engineers Port Construction and Repair Group whose mission was to repair ports for use by the allies. Includes comments on German air raids, casualties, hours of diving, the Italian surrender in 1943, starving populations in Sicily.Work on a destroyer, cargo ship, and HMS Palamares in Naples, visits to an orphanage, numerous air raids, explosions, and bombs in the harbor. Newspaper Clippings, letters of commendation, and a special order are included.

1 item, 5 3/4 x 8 in.

Naval War College, Henry E. Eccles Library

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Naval War College, Henry E. Eccles Library

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Kelly, James M.

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James Kelly was a technical sergeant and Navy diver during World War II. From the description of Diary, August 1, 1943-February 18, 1944. (Naval War College). WorldCat record id: 704353164 ...