World War I US Navy Veteran - Part 1 of 3 Video

World War I veteran Lester Hillegas (my grandfather) recalls his experiences joining the US Navy and serving aboard USS Florida. Recorded around 1980 with pictures from his time in the Navy. In this section he talks about enlistment, traveling to boot camp in Portsmouth, NH, and the crossing to the Scotland. Parts 2 and 3 he talks about service in the North Sea, the surrender of the German fleet, and life in the Navy. He passed away in 1989.

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ejdiii333: very nice documentary on your grandfathers navy career, enjoyed it much


Author: ly776; Uploaded: Nov 7, 2009; Duration: 8:7; Views: 494

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