Preserving The Oral HistorIES of Combat Veterans
1:49 | En route to the Philippines, Mitchell Freeman recalls the time when his ship dropped anchor and he witnessed, first-hand, the sheer amount of captured Japanese prisoners.
Keywords : prisoner Japanese Philippines
While working on the dry dock to clean the bottom of the ship , Mitchell Freeman recalls the time when, in broad daylight, Japanese soldiers dropped a bomb under the water level of the dry dock.
Mitchell Freeman describes his experience on broad the USS Half Moon when the ship was hit by two typhoons. He discusses being close to death but never once fearing for his life.
Mitchell Freeman speaks fondly of his former Captain, saying, “without him, I wouldn’t be here now.” He managed to keep the ship’s flag with him to remember his time aboard ship.
Shortly after arriving on Peleliu Island, Mitchell Freeman discusses his assigned duties. He also briefly touches on Peleliu Island and it's role in training pilots.
Mitchell Freeman discusses his role on the USS Half Moon (AVP-26) which provided resources for the Black Cat. He also recalls spending most of his time assisting in the office.
