Merrill's Marauders
1st Edition
Published on 20. September 2012
64 pages
978-1-78200-415-8 (ISBN)
Description
Merrill's Marauders were the first American Army infantry unit to fight in the China-Burma-India theatre, and one of the most renowned units to come out of World War II.
The Marauders established a lasting reputation for hard fighting and tenacity in the face of adversity, combating a determined enemy, some of the most difficult and disease-ridden terrain in the world, and a seemingly indifferent higher command. Pushed beyond the limit of their endurance, at the end of nearly six months of operations behind Japanese lines, the remaining Marauders were withdrawn from combat after suffering over 90% casualties. Because of its courageous actions, the unit received the very rare honour of having every member presented with a Bronze Star for gallantry.
This book explores the creation, training and combat experiences of the Marauders, one of the most famous units in the US Army's roll of honour.
The Marauders established a lasting reputation for hard fighting and tenacity in the face of adversity, combating a determined enemy, some of the most difficult and disease-ridden terrain in the world, and a seemingly indifferent higher command. Pushed beyond the limit of their endurance, at the end of nearly six months of operations behind Japanese lines, the remaining Marauders were withdrawn from combat after suffering over 90% casualties. Because of its courageous actions, the unit received the very rare honour of having every member presented with a Bronze Star for gallantry.
This book explores the creation, training and combat experiences of the Marauders, one of the most famous units in the US Army's roll of honour.
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Series
Edition
1. Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Illustrations
50 b/w
ISBN-13
978-1-78200-415-8 (9781782004158)
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Edward Young received his BA in Political Science from Harvard University and his MA from the University of Washington. Prior to his retirement to Seattle, Washington, he was a banker and financial analyst with assignments in New York, London, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. He is the author of several books on aviation history.
Adam Hook studied graphic design, and began his work as an illustrator in 1983. He specializes in detailed historical reconstructions, and has illustrated Osprey titles on diverse subjects. His work features in exhibitions and publications throughout the world.
Adam Hook studied graphic design, and began his work as an illustrator in 1983. He specializes in detailed historical reconstructions, and has illustrated Osprey titles on diverse subjects. His work features in exhibitions and publications throughout the world.
Content
Introduction
Chronology
Recruitment
Enlistment
Training
Appearance
Equipment
On Campaign
Belief and Belonging
Experience of Battle
After the Battle
Collecting
Museums
Re-enactment
Bibliography
Glossary
Index
Chronology
Recruitment
Enlistment
Training
Appearance
Equipment
On Campaign
Belief and Belonging
Experience of Battle
After the Battle
Collecting
Museums
Re-enactment
Bibliography
Glossary
Index
