I well remember Captain Oberbeck told me in one of our conversations that I was the first person that had showed any interest in the 341st. How sad is that? He wanted to show me around Ft. Leonardwood but his health didn't allow it. I personally believe many more vets would have opened up if only they felt the interest was sincere and if the asking person didn't ask things like how many people they had killed in the war and stuff like that.
My Dad was in the Pacific and I have talked to him about his experiences. His big hang up was that he didn't do enough because he was in the Quartermaster Corps. I told him that everyone had a job and that he was part of a team. That seemed to help and he did talk to me which I will always cherish. I still believe they are the greatest generation.