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Wes Ruth

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Navy pilot Wes Ruth served with a photographic squadron based out of Pearl Harbor until 1944 when he became a transport pilot between the West Coast and Pacific islands. After the war, he enjoyed a number of training and photographic assignments that sent him around the world. (4:32)

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During the Cold War, Navy pilot Wes Ruth flew many photographic and mapping missions, including a memorable one to Central and South America. He then had his first shipboard experience on board a support ship for patrol planes. For a time, this vessel was stationed near China to keep tabs on the activities of the Chinese Communists. (4:57)

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As a Navy pilot, Wes Ruth had a number of assignments related to photo-reconnaissance during the Cold War, including the research and development of Navy technology. He also studied the progress of our Allies in that crucial area. He then took command of a patrol squadron. His last stop before retiring was in Naval Intelligence. (4:16)

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The devastation of the Pearl Harbor attacks could have been mitigated had clear warnings been acted upon. Wes Ruth explains these shortcomings as detailed in the book, "Pearl Harbor Betrayed." (3:31)

Wiley Virden

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Mr. Virden describes what he experienced during his first brutal combat mission on the frontlines of the Korean War. (3:05)

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Mr. Virden describes a memorable patrol involving a Korean spy. (:57)

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Mr. Virden discusses the difficult situation that he and his men experienced during the last several months of their tour. (1:41)

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Mr. Virden describes what it was like to reside in trenches on a daily basis during the Korean war. (1:59)

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Part 2: Mr. Virden concludes sharing the incidents he experienced during the battle at T-Bone Hill. (6:01)

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Part 1: Mr. Virden shares the incidents he experienced during the battle at T-Bone Hill, and describes the actions that led him to earning a Silver Star. (5:22)