Leo went to several camps in California, including Camp Ibis, Camp Cooke, and Camp Ord. He learned how to drive jeeps and amphibious tractors. He trained for over two years before the Army sent him and his battalion to the Pacific.

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Leo Conrad (first row, second from left) stands at attention, circa 1943
Courtesy of Jan Schubring

Leo Conrad sits on his jeep
at a training camp in California, circa 1943
Courtesy of Jan Schubring