"U.S. Marine Operations in Korea, 1950-1953, Volume 1 (of 5)" by Lynn Montross unfolds as a gripping mid-20th century historical examination of the U.S. Marine Corps' crucial stand during the Korean War at the Pusan Perimeter between August and September 1950, intended for military scholars and those interested in gaining a broader understanding. Beginning with an overview of Korea's geopolitical situation and the state of readiness of the U.S. Marine Corps and the surrounding historical context, the narrative plunges into the heart of the conflict, tracing the swift deployment of Marine units against North Korean aggressors. The book emphasizes the early battles and tactical approaches of the Marines amidst the rising tensions of the Cold War as they navigated the difficult setting of the newly emerging conflict.
U.S. Marine Operations in Korea, 1950-1953, Volume 1 (of 5) The Pusan Perimeter
By Lynn Montross
In a world shadowed by Cold War tensions, witness the unwavering resolve of the U.S. Marines as they confront a relentless enemy to defend a critical perimeter.
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About the AuthorLynn Montross was born in Battle Creek, Nebraska in 1895, and lived in Denver, Colorado, before moving to Washington, D.C. He studied at the University of Nebraska before serving three years in an American Expeditionary Force (AEF) regiment in World War I, and afterward became a free-lance writer for the Chicago Daily News. He died in 1961, barely a year after the publication of the third edition his most important book, War Through the Ages.
Lynn Montross was born in Battle Creek, Nebraska in 1895, and lived in Denver, Colorado, before moving to Washington, D.C. He studied at the University of Nebraska before serving three years in an American Expeditionary Force (AEF) regiment in World War I, and afterward became a free-lance writer for the Chicago Daily News. He died in 1961, barely a year after the publication of the third edition his most important book, War Through the Ages.
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