This fabulously illustrated history relates what daily life was really like for ordinary U.S. servicemen on the frontlines of World War II. Archival photos are accompanied by quotes from veterans and an authoritative history spanning the broad gamut of home sickness, coping with periods of boredom and drudgery, rest and relaxation, hospitalization, and life in POW camps.

American Soldier in World War II

History

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Bernard C. Nalty

Military

Zenith Press

Leathernecks are respected as the elite on countless battlefields around the world; read how they have earned it.The United States Marine Corps's history is one built on tenacity. A handful of bedraggled and unappreciated ships' guards known as Continental Marines more than 230 years ago grew to become, in the twenty-first century, a superb, multi-functional, ready-response force combining ground, air, and sea power.With their own ships, aircraft, and special operations capability, Marines have become the most versatile, self-sufficient, all-encompassing, ready-response warriors on the planet. They fly fighter-bombers, helicopters, and surveillance planes, and are equipped with the very best weapons and gear.The transformation has never been smooth. Besides fighting on distant shores or quelling disturbances at home, the Marines have had to battle against penurious politicians and interservice rivals. The constant pressure to be the best created a special bond?"a fellowship of valor?"that has made Marines determined fighters, continuously modifying their doctrine to respond to the evolving global war on An Illustrated History is packed full of dramatic action photographs, paintings, and detailed maps. Learn how Marines are uniquely trained in amphibious warfare and organized into highly mobile attack groups operating from specially designed ships. Not just a recap of the history of the Marines, the Corps's exploits since 2007 are profiled in an all-new chapter.Get an up-close, personal view of why the toughest warriors in the world are proud to claim the title of United States Marine.

MARINES, An Illustrated History

This updated edition traces the progress and expansion of naval technology and tactics from the origins during the American Revolution, the combat of World War II, to shielding the nation from the threats of the Cold War. A new chapter from Kit Bonner, a naval historian and expert, covers the U.S. Navy's response to the current challenges of the 21st century.

Navy An Illustrated History

Lincoln and McClellan at War

LSU Press

Soft cover. 8vo. 360pp. Illustrated in color. New condition. Great reading and reference.

THE ILLUSTRATED DIRECTORY OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY

Greenwich Editions

Features concise career histories of approximately 180 Civil War leaders, North and South.

Civil War Commanders : From Fort Sumter to Appomattox Court House (Commanders Series, September - 2008)

Rick Sapp

Steven M. Smith

Americas

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American Soldier in World War II

MARINES, An Illustrated History

Navy An Illustrated History

Lincoln and McClellan at War

Lincoln and McClellan at War

Lincoln and McClellan at War

THE ILLUSTRATED DIRECTORY OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY

Civil War Commanders : From Fort Sumter to Appomattox Court House (Commanders Series, September - 2008)

Navy an Illustrated History; The US Navy From 1775 to the Twenty-first Century

Air Force - An Illustrated History from 1910 to the twenty-first century