Oral History Interview with Martin L. Allday, October 8, 1994
Description:
Interview with Martin L. Allday, an Army WWII veteran from Austin, Texas. Allday discusses his experiences at the Battle of Okinawa, including being drafted and basic training, transiting the Pacific, assignment to the 96th Infantry Division and arrival on Okinawa, events of the fighting on the Shuri Line at Zebra Hill, being wounded, evacuation and recovery, returning to Okinawa, clean-up operations, souvenirs, and adjustment to civilian life. An appendix includes a letter typed by Allday for …
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Date:
October 8, 1994
Creator:
Marcello, Ronald E. & Allday, Martin L.
Partner:
UNT Oral History Program