The Derek Duvall Show

Episode 294: John Whipkey - World War 2 Veteran


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On this episode, Derek sits with John Whipkey.  John is a decorated World War 2 veteran.  He is 99 years old and is a Veteran of several battles including the Battles of Saipan, Iwo Jima, Tinian and the Tokyo Fire Bombings.  As a gunner on the B-29 Superfortress, John has 5 Battle Stars.  He will be discussing growing up during the Great Depression in Oklahoma, getting drafted, life in World War 2, adjusting to post war life and so much more.

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