Observations all along the line - Kimball & the Southern Panhandle First

Veterans History Project

The Veterans History Project of the Library of Congress collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand the realities of war.

Jmyle Koretz left high school at graduation time then moved about the country doing many jobs, getting training in several subjects, but seemingly not setting down any roots. At age twenty-three, he needed a job.

He went to one of many US Navy recruiters in the Washington DC area. The recruiter provided Jmyle a time for a physical exam and for taking...