The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with A J Durham. Durham joined the Navy in February of 1943. He served with Composite Squadron 55 (VC-55). After basic training, Durham worked at the Naval Air Station in Astoria, Oregon and unloaded ammunition ships. He later served with the Ordnance Department, synchronizing 30 caliber machine guns aboard TBMs. Durham transferred to Composite Squadron 4 (VC-4), and completed Torpedo School, and served as a Torpedo man and an Aviation Ordnance Mate aboard a TBF Avenger. In April of 1944, he began serving aboard USS White Plains (CVE-66) and recalls his experiences aboard the carrier during invasions of the Mariana and Palau Islands, and through the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Durham remained aboard during Operation MAGIC CARPET, returning troops back to the US. He continued his service in the Reserves, receiving his discharge in the early 1950s.

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with A J Durham. Durham joined the Navy in February of 1943. He served with Composite Squadron 55 (VC-55). After basic training, Durham worked at the Naval Air Station in Astoria, Oregon and unloaded ammunition ships. He later served with the Ordnance Department, synchronizing 30 caliber machine guns aboard TBMs. Durham transferred to Composite Squadron 4 (VC-4), and completed Torpedo School, and served as a Torpedo man and an Aviation Ordnance Mate aboard a TBF Avenger. In April of 1944, he began serving aboard USS White Plains (CVE-66) and recalls his experiences aboard the carrier during invasions of the Mariana and Palau Islands, and through the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Durham remained aboard during Operation MAGIC CARPET, returning troops back to the US. He continued his service in the Reserves, receiving his discharge in the early 1950s.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing Catherine's trip back to Luling, looking forward to her next visit, sympathy for Mrs. Seay after her heart attack, receiving a letter from Nell, and being sore after a hike.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing the mail service, his worry for Catherine after her iron blew up, and his support for Catherine going to Gonzales to visit her mother.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains the beginning of the symposium and the presentation of the colors.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains remarks given by Paul Stillwell, Steve Bratman and Peter Cook.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains remarks given by James Zobel, after which time is allowed for audience questions.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains a panel discussion featuring Sheldon Harris and Richard Lael.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains a continuation of the panel discussion featuring Sheldon Harris and Richard Lael.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video features remarks made by Jean Balch, Sam Moody, Admiral Grogeen and Mrs. Hyder.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains remarks given by Samuel Moody and General Dohanhught.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains remarks given by Hodding Carter and John Rich.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains remarks given by Roy Gutler, after which time is given for audience questions.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains remarks given by Scott Sullivan, Steve Riley and Hayes Parks.

Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Justice in the Aftermath discussing events that happened following the second world war. This video contains a continuation of a panel discussion, audience questions and a performance by the Fredericksburg Children's Chior.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his experiences while participating in the Grand Army of the Republic parade in Washington, DC. Nimitz also shares the news that his class will graduate in June, 1904 as ensigns. (Nimitz actually graduated in January, 1905)

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his experiences while participating in the Grand Army of the Republic parade in Washington, DC. Nimitz also shares the news that his class will graduate in June, 1904 as ensigns. (Nimitz actually graduated in January, 1905.) This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.