Preserving The Oral HistorIES of Combat Veterans
1:14 | Frank Nilson describes the role of his Navy unit, ACORN 29.
Frank Nilson describes the role of his Navy unit, ACORN 29.
While serving as a Navy fireman, Frank Nilson talks about preparing for and observing the invasion of Okinawa in April of 1945.
Frank Nilson recalls the disturbing story he was told regarding the numerous caves on Okinawa.
While serving as a fireman at Yontan Airfield on Okinawa, Frank Nilson remembers a few of the numerous crashes that occurred there.
Frank Nilson recalls the Japanese air raids he experienced while stationed in Okinawa during World War II.
Nearing the end of World War II, Frank Nilson remembers how the Japanese shifted toward kamikaze attacks, and one particular attack which left him with serious burns.
