| Descript |
296 p., [16] p. of plates : ill., maps ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
Burgin reveals his experiences as a Marine at war in the Pacific Theater. Company K confronted snipers, ambushes along narrow jungle trails, and howling banzai attacks as they island-hopped from one bloody battle to the next. |
| Contents |
Luck -- A Marine's story -- Mortarman -- Green hell -- First battle of Pavuvu -- The unnecessary island -- The perfect invasion -- Second battle of Pavuvu -- April fools -- Flesh wounds -- Home port. |
| Subject |
Burgin, R. V.
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United States. Marine Corps. Marines, 5th. Battalion, 3rd.
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United States. Marine Corps -- Biography.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- Pacific Area.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Personal narratives, American.
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Marines -- United States -- Biography.
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| Alt Author |
Marvel, Bill.
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| ISBN |
9780451229908 |
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0451229908 |
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