As part of the Museum’s Winter Lecture Series, Pat Simon spoke on Jan. 23, 2023, about “Summer of ’42: The Coastal Bend at War,” a KRIS 6 News World War II documentary special.
“Summer of ’42: The Coastal Bend at War” is a KRIS 6 News World War II documentary special. When Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in late 1941, Corpus Christi had already been a city increasing in population and economic growth; a new Navy base graduated pilots. As the United States was ramping up for war, the Coastal Bend joined in the fight.
About Pat Simon
Pat Simon co-anchors the 5, 6, and 10 p.m. news on KRIS 6. He is an award-winning journalist who believes in community first, and always. He tells real stories about real people making a difference in our neighborhoods.
Some of Pat’s most cherished stories center around helping veterans and their families, and honoring them by telling feature stories that salute their courage and sacrifice. You can see that coverage in KRIS 6’s “Veterans In Focus” series.
Lt. Col. Pat Simon wrapped up his military career in 2018, after serving as an instructor at the Command and General Staff Officer College. He takes pride in his 30 years of military service in the Army (Active, National Guard and Reserve).
