Memoir, ca. 2000-2001.

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Memoir, ca. 2000-2001.

Discusses in detail his induction, training, and various military assignments including cooking, correcting maps, and operating of water purification systems. Also mentions his pursuit of photography and exploration while on Hawaii, Guadalcanal Island, New Britain Islands, and the Philippines. Includes his reaction to the attack on Pearl Harbor, personal spiritual experiences, his furlough in Australia, and his battle with malaria following the war.

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Heiner, Sydney H., 1914-

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Served in the US Army during World War II from 1941-1945. Heiner was apart of the Headquarters Company, 115th Engineer Battalion, 40th Infantry Division and achieved the rank of Technical Sergeant. From the description of Memoir, ca. 2000-2001. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 77656713 ...