Wars

Ray Griffiths describes enlisting for the service in World War II and the fall of Corregidor in the Phillipines. He also discusses his time working in a steel mill as a prisoner of war in Japan. The interview took place on September 6, 1971.

Don Hyrum Hansen discusses his military service during World War II and his experiences during the Great Depression. The interview took place on August 6, 1972.

Gerald Hulme discusses having a deferment from World War II because of his work with agricultural production, then deciding to enlist in the Navy in November 1942. The interview took place on February 17, 1973.

Sidney Hyman discusses his experiences with Marriner Eccles and writing Beckoning Frontiers: Public and Personal Recollections. He also describes his time spent during World War II as a junior officer in the First Armored Division under General George Patton. The interview took place on July 18, 2006.

Nellie James discusses her memories of World War II, specifically the Ogden Canteen and her mother's involvement as a driver for the Red Cross. The interview took place on June 25, 2013.

Elda Johansen shares her memories working at the Dee Hospital as a switchboard operator during World War II, and traveling with her husband in the military. The interview took place on September 13, 1972.

Herman and Hazel Jones discuss their views on education, their memories of social clubs and organizations of Ogden, and their interactions with presidents, professional athletes, and music and movie stars. Herman discusses his time working on the railroad and at Hill Field. The interview took place on March 27, 2014.

James Kamaya shares his experiences as an Army veteran. Drafted in 1951, James served in both the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War and retired from the Army after twenty-one years of military service. The interview took place on March 12, 2013.

Tom Kanno discusses his career in the military during World War II, and his experiences as a prisoner of war. The interview took place on February 5, 1971.

Deane Kingsford shares his experiences of the Ogden Canteen, his time in World War II, and his memories of 25th Street. The interview took place on July 2, 2013.