EPISODE · Nov 11, 2021 · 52 MIN
Capt. Joseph K. Taussig Jr: The Attack on Pearl Harbor
from Warriors In Their Own Words | First Person War Stories · host Evergreen Podcasts | The Honor Project
Captain Joseph K. Taussig Jr. was stationed in Pearl Harbor on board the USS Nevada in 1941. During the Japanese attack, he took his post as starboard anti-aircraft battery officer. Even after being severely wounded, Taussig refused to abandon his post, until his crew forcibly carried him to safety. Taussig later received the Navy Cross for his bravery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Captain Joseph K. Taussig Jr. was stationed in Pearl Harbor on board the USS Nevada in 1941. During the Japanese attack, he took his post as starboard anti-aircraft battery officer. Even after being severely wounded, Taussig refused to abandon his post, until his crew forcibly carried him to safety. Taussig later received the Navy Cross for his bravery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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