Campbell, William J.

Title: Campbell, William J.
Performer: William J. Campbell
Interviewer: Unkown
Description: Mr. Campbell was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, but was an American citizen moved to the United States when he was young. Wanting to join the conflict, Mr. Campbell crossed the Detroit River to enlist in the Canadian Royal Navy. Even though he was born in Canada and was a Canadian citizen, he was often referred to as a Yankee. The veteran was given a Canadian Naval Ensign that flew over his ship during the Invasion of Normandy. During this oral history, Mr. Campbell describes several experiences he had in the North Atlantic and in the British Isles.
Date Span: Dates of Service
Subject: Enlisted; Royal Canadian Navy; HMCS Chaudière; World War, 1939-1945; Second World War - European Theater; Able Seaman
Publisher: Veterans History Project, American Folklife Center, Library of Congress; Center for Oral History Research at Eastern Michigan University
Collection Location: 1/22; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNvB2yxM76M&list=PL05gqqIuA4HK1S_labZh5qO9iutjJf_gO&index=38