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Strong Men Armed: The United States Marines Against Japan,New
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Strong Men Armed Relates The U.S. Marines' Unprecedented, Relentless Drive Across The Pacific During World War Ii, From Guadalcanal To Okinawa, Detailing Their Struggle To Dislodge From Heavily Fortified Islands An Entrenched Enemy Who Had Vowed To Fight To Extinction And Did. (All But Three Of The Marines' Victories Required The Complete Annihilation Of The Japanese Defending Force.) As Scout And Machinegunner For The First Marine Division, The Author Fought In All Its Engagements Till His Wounding At Peleliu. Here He Uses Firsthand Experience And Impeccable Research To Recreate The Nightmarish Battles. The Result Is Both An Exciting Chronicle And A Moving Tribute To The Thousands Of Men Who Died In Reeking Jungles And On Palmstudded Beaches, Thousands Of Miles From Home And Fifty Years Before Their Time, Of Whom Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Once Said, 'Uncommon Valor Was A Common Virtue.'Strong Men Armed Includes Over A Dozen Maps, A Chronology Of The War In The Pacific, The Marine Medal Of Honor Winners In World War Ii, And Marine Corps Aces In World War Ii.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Strong Men Armed'? A: 'Strong Men Armed' focuses on the U.S. Marines' operations in the Pacific during World War II, detailing their battles and strategies from Guadalcanal to Okinawa.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Strong Men Armed'? A: The book is authored by Robert Leckie, a veteran who served as a scout and machine-gunner in the First Marine Division.
- Q: How many pages does 'Strong Men Armed' have? A: 'Strong Men Armed' contains a total of 561 pages.
- Q: When was 'Strong Men Armed' published? A: 'Strong Men Armed' was published on February 9, 2010.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Strong Men Armed' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What additional resources are included in 'Strong Men Armed'? A: The book includes over a dozen maps, a chronology of the war in the Pacific, and lists of Marine Medal of Honor winners and Marine Corps aces during World War II.
- Q: Is 'Strong Men Armed' a suitable book for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'Strong Men Armed' is well-researched and provides an in-depth look at the experiences of Marines in World War II, making it ideal for history enthusiasts.
- Q: Does 'Strong Men Armed' include personal accounts from the author? A: Yes, the author shares firsthand experiences from his time in combat, providing a personal perspective on the events described.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Strong Men Armed'? A: 'Strong Men Armed' explores themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of war, highlighting the valor of the Marines involved.
- Q: Can I find maps and historical timelines in 'Strong Men Armed'? A: Yes, the book includes several maps and a timeline of significant events in the Pacific theater during World War II.