Mr. Hubert. How long have you held the rank of lieutenant?
Lieutenant Pierce. Four years.
Mr. Hubert. What were your specific duties and responsibilities on November 24, 1963?
Lieutenant Pierce. Do you have reference to normal duties, or on this specific day?
Mr. Hubert. On this specific day.
Lieutenant Pierce. On this specific day I had instructions to secure the basement of the city hall.
Mr. Hubert. From whom did you receive those instructions?
Lieutenant Pierce. From Captain Talbert.
Mr. Hubert. Is he one of your superior officers?
Lieutenant Pierce. Yes; captain of the radio patrol, lieutenant commander and——