Antonio A. Tafolla’s World War II Experience, Antonio Alderette Tafolla Bill Collier pays tribute to his father-in-law’s service during World War II and recounts Tony Tafolla’s harrowing experiences as a Japanese prisoner of war. The piece also describes Tafolla’s family, his reasons for enlisting, and the suffering he endured for four years.
The Story of and Memorial to the Crew of Tide 86, Thomas J. Echols These documents concern the crew of Tide 86, which was lost over Vietnam in March 1967. One is a first hand account by Chief Thomas J. Echols and the other tells the story of the mission and lists the crew along with memorials to them.
W. F. Matthews’s World War II Experiences, W. F. Matthews W. F. Matthews shares his World War II experiences. He was captured by the Japanese in the Philippines. Mr. Matthews served with the 2nd Battalion, 131st Field Artillery, 36th Division, Texas National Guard.
World War II, Howard Johnson These are the World War II Memoirs of Army Private First Class Howard John Johnson with Epilogue by Albert (Bert) Johnson.