Large Troop Transport On Ocean Liners

The video describes the movement of American troops across the Pacific during wartime. It highlights the transformation of luxury liners into war transports, protected by US destroyers, as they head westward towards the enemy. The narrative emphasizes the grim work awaiting the troops as they ride the Pacific groundswells.

Describe the journey of the ships as they head towards their destination.

• Calm and peaceful

• Long and treacherous

• Fast and efficient

• Short and uneventful

What is the nature of the work that the fighting men are heading towards?

• Peacekeeping

• Grim work

• Humanitarian aid

• Reconstruction