Tag Archives: World War II
Last Man Standing: The 1st Marine Regiment on Peleliu by Dick Camp
When World War II enthusiasts hear the word Peleliu, they think of the pointless battle in the Pacific that was a meat grinder for the 1st Marine Division. Dick Camp details the battle for Peleliu from the perspective of the … Continue reading
Inferno: The Epic Life and Death Struggle of the USS Franklin in World War II by Joseph A. Springer
I have been on a World War II history kick lately. This kick continues with my most recent read – Joseph A. Springer’s Inferno: The Epic Life and Death Struggle of the USS Franklin in World War II. It is … Continue reading
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Omar Bradley: General at War by Jim DeFelice
Many people in their late thirties or older know of Omar Bradley from Karl Malden’s portrayal of him in the movie Patton. He was portrayed as a bland, risk-averse character who was overshadowed by the flamboyant Patton (played by George … Continue reading
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Pacific Air by David Sears
Popular history at its best … an excellent job of writing about the American effort to defeat Japan during World War II in an easy-to-read format. Continue reading
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Hitler in the Crosshairs: A GI’s Story of Courage and Faith by John Woodbridge and Maurice Possley
An inspiring story that chronicles a man’s walk in Christ and how this walk got him through many tight spots during World War II. Continue reading