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Why did this WW2 Landing ship known as an LST ram a beach at flank speed? WWII navy veteran Robert Coulson reveals his unique position aboard an amphibious Landing Ship Tank ...
1. What it was like to beach their ship at flank speed
2. What their secret mission was about
3. And finally, what it was like landing on the shores of Japan!
Robert Coulson wrote a book about his WWII experiences aboard the LST 1063 called "Laughing, Seasick, and Terrified"...
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0:00 Meet a WW2 Navy Veteran
3:15 Where was the LST 1063 constructed?
4:45 Graduating at the bottom of your class
5:45 What does a Yeoman do?
7:10 How to serve under an un-qualified captain
8:00 Beaching the LST
11:25 Their secret cargo
13:15 The LST's onboard swimming pool
14:56 Meeting the enemy
The Landing Ship, Tank, known simply as the LST, was developed during World War II to support amphibious attacks in the Pacific and European theaters. These ships would carry tanks, vehicles, cargo, and troops directly onto almost any beach or shore without the benefit of docks or piers.
This veteran spotlight interview would not have been possible without the help of Robert Coulson's grandson, and History X subscriber, Austin Coulson. Be sure to checkout Austin's KZfaq channel...
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But Bob's stories don’t end there. He also shares memories of corresponding with a USO girl, and even how one of his buddies aboard ship received a ‘Dear John’ letter.
All of those stories, plus my full-length interview with Bob, are available when you click on the ‘Join’ button to become a History X KZfaq channel member.
Video Credits...
Six14 Productions
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US National Archives
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Components used to create this video...
Green Screen Backdrop
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Sony ICD-BX140 4GB Digital Voice Recorder
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My name is Ken Stano. Thank you for checking-out History X!