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Pacific War Stories: In The Words Of Those Who Survived
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This Is The Most Extensive Collection Published To Date Of Firstperson Oral Histories On So Many Diverse Aspects Of The War In The Pacifictold In Gripping, Eyewitness Accounts By More Than Seventy Veterans From All Branches Of Service. In This New Book By The Authors Of Pacific Legacy: Image And Memory Of World War Ii In The Pacific, The History Of The War In The Pacific Comes Vividly To Life In The Words Of Those Who Witnessed It First Hand. The Editors Create For The Reader, As The Veterans Themselves Recall It, What That War Was Likehow It Looked, Felt, Smelled, And Sounded. The Stories Collected Here Are A Unique Portrayal Of The Mundane, Exotic, Boring, Terrifying, Lifealtering Events That Made Up Their Wartime Experiences In World War Ii In The Pacific, A War Fought On Countless Farflung Islands Over An Area That Constitutes About Onethird Of The Globe. What The Veterans Saw And Lived Through Has Stayed With Them Their Entire Lives, And Much Of It Comes To The Surface Again Through Their Vivid Memories. This Is An Important Book For Military Buffs As Well As For The Survivors Of World War Ii And Their Families.The Narratives, Grouped Into Fifteen Thematic, Chronologically Arranged Chapters, Are Stirring, Firsthand Accounts, From Frontline Combat At The Epicenter Of Violence And Death To Restless, Weary Boredom On Rear Area Islands Thousands Of Miles From The Fighting. While Their Experiences Differed, All Were Changed By What Happened To Them In The Pacific. These Are Not The Stories Of Sweeping Strategies Or Bold Moves By Generals And Admirals. Instead, We Hear From Men And Women On The Lower Rungs, Including Ordinary Seamen On Vessels That Encountered Japanese Warships And Planes And Sometimes Came Out Second Best, Rankandfile Marines Who Were In Amtracs Churning Toward Bulletswept Tropical Beaches And Saw Their Buddies Killed Beside Them, And Astounded Eyewitnesses To The Wars Sudden Start On December 7, 1941.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Pacific War Stories'? A: The book focuses on first-person oral histories from over seventy veterans who served in the Pacific during World War II, highlighting their diverse experiences through gripping eyewitness accounts.
- Q: How is the content organized in this book? A: The narratives are grouped into fifteen thematic, chronologically arranged chapters, covering various aspects of the Pacific War, from combat experiences to life on rear area islands.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Pacific War Stories'? A: The book is authored by Rex Alan Smith, who is known for his work in documenting military history.
- Q: When was 'Pacific War Stories' published? A: The book was published on October 1, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is 'Pacific War Stories' suitable for military history enthusiasts? A: Yes, this book is an important read for military buffs, as it offers unique personal insights into the experiences of World War II veterans.
- Q: Can families of World War II veterans benefit from this book? A: Absolutely. The oral histories can provide families with a deeper understanding of their loved ones' experiences during the war.
- Q: How many pages does 'Pacific War Stories' have? A: The book contains a total of 512 pages.
- Q: What unique perspectives does this book offer? A: It provides firsthand accounts from veterans, showcasing the emotional and sensory experiences of war, rather than focusing solely on military strategies.
- Q: Is there a specific edition for 'Pacific War Stories'? A: Yes, this is the First Edition of 'Pacific War Stories'.