Pearl Harbor Soldier Joe Lockhard Receives Distinguished Service Medal

The transcript details the story of Joe, who received a Distinguished Service Medal, and his family's pride in his achievements. Joe's father recounts his son's actions during the Pearl Harbor attack, where Joe gave an unheeded warning of the incoming attack. Joe's own reaction to the events and his subsequent promotion to Staff Sergeant are shared through a letter read by his mother. The transcript concludes with Joe's girlfriend expressing her deep affection and admiration for him.

What was Joe's father's occupation during the war?

What did Joe's girlfriend say about him?