WWII Veteran Interview
Which war(s) did you serve in ?
Where exactly did you go?
Do you remember arriving and what it was like?
What was your job/assignment?
Did you see combat?
Were there many casualties in your unit?
Tell me about a couple of your most memorable experiences.
Were you a prisoner of war?
Tell me about your experiences in captivity and when freed if you were a prisoner.
Were you awarded any medals or citations; if so, how did you get them?
Higher ranks may be asked about battle planning.
Those who sustained injuries may be asked about the circumstances.