Oral History Interview with Caleb H. Canby, III, August 5, 1997
Description:
Transcript of an interview with Caleb H. Canby, III, a Marine Corps veteran (Scout-Bomber 243, 1st Marine Air Wing), concerning experiences in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Canby discusses his family background and education; decision to join the Marine Corps, 1942; boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina; advanced training at Quantico, Virginia, 1943-44; assignment to Scout-Bomber Squadron 243 at Emirau, Solomon Islands, 1944-45; his work in the flight department processing pilot…
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Date:
August 5, 1997
Creator:
Jackson, Sarah C. & Canby, Caleb H., III
Partner:
UNT Oral History Program