Kam, Yun Yau
Person
Yun Yau Kam was the father of Calvin H. Kam. He joined the army in 1942 and served as a supply officer in the military for 19 years, including during World War II and the Korean War. He was discharged at the rank of Major.
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Biography derived from donor and collection materials.
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Biography derived from donor and collection materials.
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Kam, Calvin H. -- oral history interview, 2018 April 29
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Interview Summary
Vietnam War veteran Calvin H. Kam is interviewed about his military service as a helicopter pilot with the United States Army. He discusses his wartime experiences flying the Bell UH-1 Huey with the 240th Assault Helicopter Company and his postwar service with the Washington State National Guard Helicopter Division. He also touches on his later teaching career in Washington State. Topics discussed include his training and service history, his time stationed at Fire Base Bearcat (Vietnam), his...