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Why was William J. Donovan so involved in the Nuremberg trials?
In addition to seeking justice, William J. Donovan wanted to exact retribution for the torture and killing of OSS agents.
What was William J. Donovan's involvement in World War 1
During World War I, Major William J. Donovan led the 1st battalion, 165th Infantry of the 42d Division.
Did William J. Donovan witness firsthand the crimes that were prosecuted in Nurenburg?
In one of many initiatives, William J. Donovan sent out teams of French, Danish, Norwegian, and Polish nationals to identify Gestapo officers who had tortured them

Question: Was he proud of his role in the armed services?
Self-contained rewrite: Was William J. Donovan proud of his role in the armed services?