Bolt, Martin (Interview transcript and video), 2007

Boring, Frank (Interviewer)

Martin Bolt served in the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32nd (Red Arrow) Division, during WW II. This interview covers his training and army life in both the US and in Australia. He tells of his unit's campaigns through New Guinea, Morotai, and the Philippines. Bolt's main job was to run communication wires from unit headquarters to the front, often close to the front lines or along jungle paths suited for ambushes. He offers detailed observations regarding a variety of aspects of jungle conditions and warfare. This interview was used in the documentary, "Nightmare in New Guinea."

2007-07-20

Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives

Veterans History Project (U.S.)

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