Ted. T .Jenkins 

 

Birth date

December 6th, 1927

Age they entered the service

17

Hometown

Valliant, Oklahoma

Branch of the service

Navy

Rank

F1 - C

Name of their unit

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When they served

March 1946 - 1948

Where did you serve?

Adak, Aleutian Islands

Did you enlist or were you drafted?

Enlisted

How did you feel about going to war?

My duty to my country

Did you have any family members that went to war. If so, did they survive?

Several Uncles - All survived

Were you ever wounded? How and where?

Broken Leg - - I boxed in the Navy

Did you receive any medals? Which ones?

No

 

 

Do you have a war story you would like to tell?

No

What was your reaction when you found out the war was over?

I was extremely happy and proud.

What was the most frightening event of the war for you?

N/A

What was the most cherished memory of the war for you?

N/A

Do you have regrets about your service in World War II?

No

How do you feel about America today?

Wonderful country. Very proud and privileged to be a part of such a great nation.

How do you feel about the war with Iraq?

I think we may be making a mistake. I am afraid we may not get out with out suffering many casualties.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

No