Title
They Were Expendable: An American Torpedo Boat Squadron in the U.S. Retreat from the Philippines (Bluejacket Books),Used
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A national bestseller when it was originally published in 1942 and the subject of a 1945 John Ford film featuring John Wayne, this book offers a thrilling account of the role of the U.S. Navy's Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Three during the disastrous Philippine campaign early in World War II. The author uses an unusual, but thorough, spellbinding format to tell the story: an interview with four heroic young participants. Ranked 'with the great tales of war' by the Saturday Review of Literature, it is a deeply moving book that describes the four officers' extraordinary exploits from the first appearance of Japanese planes over Manila Bay to the squadron's calamitous endincluding getting Gen. Douglas MacArthur safely to Australia.Filled with action, drama, and history, this unique portrayal of 'America's little Dunkirk' was described by the New York Times as being 'almost unbearably painful at times, yet so engrossing that few who begin it will be able to put it down until they have finished its adventurepacked pages.'
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- Q: What is the book 'They Were Expendable' about? A: The book recounts the story of the U.S. Navy's Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Three during the Philippine campaign in World War II, highlighting the experiences of four heroic officers through interviews.
- Q: Who is the author of 'They Were Expendable'? A: The author of 'They Were Expendable' is W. L. White.
- Q: Is 'They Were Expendable' a hardcover or paperback edition? A: 'They Were Expendable' is available in a paperback edition.
- Q: When was 'They Were Expendable' published? A: 'They Were Expendable' was published in April 1998 as a reprint of the original 1942 edition.
- Q: How many pages are in 'They Were Expendable'? A: 'They Were Expendable' contains a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well-preserved with minimal signs of wear.
- Q: What genre does 'They Were Expendable' belong to? A: 'They Were Expendable' is categorized under the naval genre, focusing on military history.
- Q: Is 'They Were Expendable' suitable for readers interested in military history? A: Yes, 'They Were Expendable' is ideal for readers interested in military history, particularly World War II naval operations.
- Q: Does 'They Were Expendable' include illustrations or photographs? A: The book does not specify if it includes illustrations or photographs; it primarily focuses on the narrative.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'They Were Expendable'? A: Themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the challenges faced by the U.S. Navy during World War II are explored in the book.