Were soldiers scared on Higgins boat?

Yes, soldiers often felt fear while aboard Higgins boats as they approached the beaches during amphibious assaults, such as D-Day during World War II. The cramped conditions, the uncertainty of what awaited them, and the knowledge of the heavy enemy fire they would face heightened their anxiety. Many soldiers dealt with this fear by focusing on their training and the camaraderie of their fellow soldiers. Despite their fear, they displayed incredible bravery and determination to complete their missions.