Oral History Interview with Aubrey Garber, 1984 July 21
Item
Identifier: UMToh133-039
Abstract
Aubrey Garber describes his serving as a smokejumper during World War Two because of his conscientious objector status. He talks about the training and the Japanese fire bomb threat. Garber also recalls designing the smokejumpers emblem, working a lookout after breaking his hand, and surveying in Oregon. He shares his experiences working in the backcountry.
Dates
- 1984 July 21
Digital Repository
Oral History Interview with Aubrey Garber
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
Materials in English, Spanish, and other languages.
Extent
1 Items
- Farwell, Roxanne (Interviewer)
- Garber, Aubrey (Interviewee)
- Smokejumpers
Source
- University of Montana (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository