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Milton Kassel

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Milton Kassel was engaged and the wedding was set upon his return from Atlantic exercises. While on watch, he received a message that his ship would be delayed, making him late to his own wedding. He was pretty upset when the ship's doctor said to him, "I can't let them do this to you." (2:40)

Minot Richardson

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Minot Richardson recalls his unit taking fire during a river crossing in November of 1944. Provided by Sal Strom. This interview is audio only. (3:45)

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Minot Richardson recalls his reactions while being fired upon during the Battle of the Bulge and describes how many soldiers it takes to care for a single casualty. Provided by Sal Strom. This interview is audio only. (1:50)

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Minot Richardson remembers a series of mortar attacks during the Battle of the Bulge, being led into a German trap and receiving a shrapnel wound. Provided by Sal Strom. This interview is audio only. (5:50)

Mitch Touart

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Mitch Touart describes the simple but accurate Chinese alarm system used for warning fields of enemy air raids. General Chennault claimed to be a master of surprise, but with the noise of a B-25 and the Chinese alarm system, it was difficult to sneak up on a Chinese airfield. (2:46)

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Mitch Touart details the arrival of a new replacement crew led by the Carey brothers. He discusses his anxiety upon meeting them, and a tragic crash they were involved in. (3:06)

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Mitch Touart describes a mission passed down from the Pentagon to Captain Volen that involved the combination of 3 squadrons to take out a Japanese aircraft carrier. (1:40)

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Mitch Touart describes the deep, emotional bond between him and his crew, a bond that only men who have served can truly understand. (1:43)

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Mitch Touart compares Claire Chennault's concern for his men to Doolittle who, when he took over the 8th Air Force, recalled an 800 plane mission to the disdain of Ira Eaker. (1:14)

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Mitch Touart recalls a night in which a group of Japanese bombers attacked the base and blew up 20,000 gallons of gasoline. The explosion was enough to have Touart giving thanks that the night was over. (1:52)