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ments on the airstrip which was completed on 7 January 1948 and on
the quality of the food prepared in the field.
Aoman, Biijird and Rojoa Islands are separated by water of various
depths which presented a problem of continuous transportation and the
lack of ready boat transportation.
This problem was solved by the use
of DUKW's of the 461st Transportation Amphibious Truck Company.
On 1 January 1948, five (5) EM of the 461st Transportation
Amphibious Truck Company were attached to Company "D" for duty.
They
operated and maintained three (3) DUKW's that were later augmented by
the arrival of four (4) additional DUKW's and eight (8) operators,
the maintenance of these vehicles was ably performed by Technician Third
Grade GE The 461st Transportation Amphibious Truck Detachment played an
important and vital part in the successful accomplishment of Company
"D"'s mission on these islands.
Company "D", 532d EB & SR on 12 January was in full swing on the
construction project and continuously improving their camp to provide
comfort and rest which was well earned by all.
The first shipment of
PX supplies arrived this day with cold beer and Coca-Cola on sale as
the main items.
A makeshift rig was used to show the first movie on
13 January while a permanent projection booth was being constructed.
This became the prime source of entertainment and even though some of
the shows were not new releases, they were enjoyed.
To hasten the initial phase of the construction which was more
time consuming than a difficulty, two shifts of equipment operators
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