The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Walter Gallagher. Gallagher joined the Navy after quitting high school and trained in aviation ordnance. In May, 1944 he was assigned to USS Franklin (CV-13) where he would arm dive bombers. Gallagher describes an injury he sustained while loading bombs as well as various enemy attacks on the Franklin, including a kamikaze. He was aboard when the Japanese bombed the Franklin in March, 1945. Gallagher recalls the attack and was ordered to transfer to USS Santa Fe (CL-60). From there, Gallagher spent six months at Hawaii before going back to the US.

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with A J Dunn. Dunn joined the Navy in 1940 and received basic training in San Diego. Upon completion, he was assigned to the USS Oglala (CM-4) at Pearl Harbor. On the morning of 7 December 1941, he was returning from liberty when the attack began. Unable to find his ship, he jumped aboard the USS Mugford (DD-389) just as it was getting underway. After seven days of patrols, he returned to the harbor and was transferred to the USS New Orleans (CA-32). While on convoy duty to Brisbane, the ship received a warm welcome from Australian citizens. But one evening, the ship was nearly subject to friendly fire when a cruiser from New Zealand mistook the New Orleans for a Japanese ship. Dunn was transferred to the USS Indiana (BB-58) with Task Force 58, bombarding islands in the Gilberts and Marshalls. As a gunner’s mate, his duties included testing small arms ammunition in a surveillance oven to see whether it had expired. He was transferred to the USS Botetourt (APA-136), operating out of the Philippines until the end of the war. He sailed past the USS Missouri (BB-63) …

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Albert Dimminger. Dimminger worked for Hammond Aircraft and Consolidated in 1939, building aircraft. He joined the Navy in March of 1942. Beginning in mid-June Dimminger served as Aviation Metalsmith Third Class aboard the USS Hornet (CV-8). From August through October they operated around the Solomon Islands. On 26 October, during the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands, the ship was struck and sank by a dive bomber and torpedo plane attack. He was transferred to the USS Bougainville (CVE-100), and they transported aircraft to the Marshall, Admiralty and Mariana islands. In February of 1944 he was stationed in Honolulu for shore duty and worked as First Class Petty Officer in charge of the supply depot for plane parts. He was discharged in 1945.

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Albert Dimminger. Dimminger worked for Hammond Aircraft and Consolidated in 1939, building aircraft. He joined the Navy in March of 1942. Beginning in mid-June Dimminger served as Aviation Metalsmith Third Class aboard the USS Hornet (CV-8). From August through October they operated around the Solomon Islands. On 26 October, during the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands, the ship was struck and sank by a dive bomber and torpedo plane attack. He was transferred to the USS Bougainville (CVE-100), and they transported aircraft to the Marshall, Admiralty and Mariana islands. In February of 1944 he was stationed in Honolulu for shore duty and worked as First Class Petty Officer in charge of the supply depot for plane parts. He was discharged in 1945.

Interview with Pete Craig, a veteran of the U.S. Army who served in the Pacific Theatre during World War II from Houston, Texas. Craig describes his time as a Private 1st Class in the Infantry, as well as his experiences in basic training and the places he visited throughout the United States.

Interview with Joseph Sudduth, a Marine Corps veteran, concerning his experiences at the Marine Barracks between Pearl Harbor and Hickam Field with B Company during the Japanese attack at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Interview also covers his life before, during, and after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Includes an appendix.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about John Ehrlichman who spent second day testifying before the senate select committee.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about group of 36 Japanese brokers, investors and builders who toured industrial and residential developments in the Dallas- Fort Worth area.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about the death of actor Van Heflin who died six weeks after suffering a heart attack. In other news, the recovery of spacecraft Apollo 15 is underway in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to General Bruce discussing W. H. Louviere's travels and the possible reason for his delay in response with the confirmation he will respond soon. Kempner also thanks General Bruce for his wife's compliments.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to David F. Weston discussing about Donald Maclean and requesting for information about his trip to inform Maclean.

Letter from Harris L. Kempner to Donald Maclean requesting a reservation for Fannie Kempner who is requesting to accompany them to Hawaii. A post script note jokingly states what happens when they invite the Kempners anywhere.

Letter from Donald Maclean to Harris Kempner confirming that his reservations on the ship and at the hotel are guaranteed and offering to extend his hotel stay so he may spend more time in the city.

Letter from Harris L. Kempner to Donald Maclean discussing details of his trip to Hawaii, such as Lee Kempner deciding to come and the dates he sets sail, and requesting specific room reservations for him and Ruth and Lee.

Letter from Donald Maclean to I. H. Kempner discussing an upcoming luncheon and Kempner's visit to San Francisco.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to George Andre and G. A. Stirl discussing his travel itinerary and deadlines for sending documents to specific locations.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to I. H. Kempner, Jr., and Thomas L. James discussing Phillips audit and his travel itinerary.

Letter from Paul D. Dodds to Daniel W. Kempner informing him he would be more than happy to track down some nice French champaign for Mr. Issac H. Kempner to have while on his cruise to Hawaii.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Paul D. Dodds and Louise E. Friese asking that they secure some good French champagne for his brother Isaac H. Kempner to have on his cruise to Hawaii. A separate page features some handwritten notes presumably done by Mr. Kempner on the back of a brochure for a bank in Arizona.

Handwritten Letter from David F. Kempner to I. H. Kempner sharing about their travel plans and stays.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. David F. Weston discussing about letter of recommendations and sharing information about a few friends.