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VIDEOAn edited extract of an oral history interview with Military Policeman Don O'Reilly conducted by IWM. Don shares his memories of the Metfield bomb dump explosion, British visitors to base, segregation in the US Forces, his experiences on D-Day, his trip to Germany, rides in B-17 and B-24 Bombers, the role of a Military Policeman, witnessing aircraft crashes, VE-Day celebrations and attending dances at the base.
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People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 305th Bomb Group 44th Bomb Group 491st Bomb Group
- Highest Rank: Private First Class
- Role/Job: Military Policeman
Locations
- Site type: Airfield
- Site type: Airfield
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ContributorEmily
Sources
© IWM Oral history interview conducted by IWM in 2015
For commercial reuse please contact IWM Image and Film Licensing
Date:
ContributorEmily
Sources
© IWM Oral history interview conducted by IWM in 2015
For commercial reuse please contact IWM Image and Film Licensing