Joseph K. Taussig, Jr., Oral History Interview, November 19, 1987, May 13, 1988
(Oral History #OH0091)
Descriptive Summary
| Title: | Joseph K. Taussig, Jr., Oral History Interview |
| Creators: |
Lennon, Donald R.
Taussig, Joseph K., 1920- |
| Repository: | ECU Manuscript Collection |
| Languages: | English |
| Extent: | 0.01 Cubic feet, 2 audiocassettes, 2 hours, 52 pages . |
Administrative Information
General note
1920s-1941
Access Restrictions
No restrictions
Copyright Notice
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Preferred Citation
Joseph K. Taussig, Jr., Oral History Interview (#OH0091), East Carolina Manuscript Collection, J. Y. Joyner Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA.
Acquisition Information
- Gift of Joseph K. Taussig, Jr.
Processing Information
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Biographical / Historical Note
Captain Taussig, a son and grandson of senior Naval officers, was a member of the US Naval Academy Class of 1941. He subsequently was stationed at Pearl Harbor where he was severely wounded during the Japanese attack of 7 December 1941.
Description
In his first session, Taussig discusses his background and his early memories growing up in a Navy family, his education, and his experiences at the U.S. Naval Academy.
In interview #2 Capt. Taussig continues to comment on the social and academic life of the U.S. Naval Academy, including anecdotes on discipline and entertainment. He also recounts his experiences aboard the U.S.S. NEVADA during the summer and fall of 1941.
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