Mobile Radio Intelligence Units ISO Operation OBLITERATION, December 10-23, 1944

A great example how radio intelligence provided I&W ISO operation “OBLITERATION,” – the invitation of Luzon, Philippines December 10-23, 1943. Of note, the first kamikaze attack of the war began during the Battle of the Leyte Gulf, October 25, 1944.


Radio Intelligence Operators:

CDR Gilven M. Slonim deployed on the USS New Jersey (COM3RDFLEET). He received his language training in Japan 1939-1941 and retired in 1965 as a Captain.
LT Ernest B. (Ernie) Beath deployed on the USS Handcock (COMTASKFOR 38). He received his language training at Berkeley/Boulder, class 1942
LTjg R. A. Wilson deployed on the USS Essex (COMTASKGRP 38.3). It is unknown where he received his language training.