Diary of John P. Burns
January 20, 1942
Not much doing today, short hike, more tomorrow. We all stayed up last night and talked about the good times we used to have in… Read More »January 20, 1942
January 19, 1942
Start of 7th week of hate. Saw four 40s in the air today. Sure looked good. If they would only bring one in for me… Read More »January 19, 1942
January 18, 1942
Sunday. Moved into a “bomb target.” Much less walking to do. Rumor of Jap transports not far off.
January 17, 1942
Went to Bagac. Lot of rough, dusty riding. Dust on side of road about an inch thick. It hangs in the air for about 15… Read More »January 17, 1942
January 16, 1942
Easy day, quite a bit of enemy air activity though. The nights get mighty cold. Takes two blankets to keep warm.
January 15, 1942
Another easy day, a little fatigue and that is about all. Few bombers today. Wish we would get planes and get going. Unknown to Burns,… Read More »January 15, 1942
January 14, 1942
Short problem today, mostly rest though. Few bombers. All reports sound pretty good.
January 13, 1942
Yesterday started the 6th week of the war. Easy day today, no bombers. Should write to Jean and the folks, but no use because no… Read More »January 13, 1942