Bloody Beaches: The Marines at Peleliu by Gordon D. Gayle
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About this eBook
| Author | Gayle, Gordon D. |
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| Title | Bloody Beaches: The Marines at Peleliu |
| Series Title | Marines in World War II, Commemorative Series |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Bloody Beaches: The Marines at Peleliu" by Brigadier General Gordon D. Gayle is a historical account written in the early 21st century. The book delves into the intense and brutal marine combat during the World War II battle for Peleliu, highlighting the experiences of the 1st Marine Division as they faced unexpected fierce Japanese resistance. It aims to provide readers insights into the tactical maneuvers, challenges, and sacrifices of the Marines during this strategically crucial yet often overlooked battle. The opening of the book sets the stage for the invasion of Peleliu on September 15, 1944, detailing the initial landings and the expectations set by U.S. military planners. As the Marines approach the beaches in their amphibious vehicles, they anticipate a swift victory, bolstered by a heavy pre-landing bombardment. However, they soon encounter well-fortified Japanese defenses that challenge their momentum and highlight the unexpected complexities of the terrain and enemy tactics. The narrative introduces key figures such as Major General William H. Rupertus, who oversees the assault, and Captain George P. Hunt, who leads a crucial platoon in the brutal beachhead fight, emphasizing the chaos and high casualties that marked the early hours of the battle. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D731: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War II (1939-1945) |
| Subject | United States. Marine Corps -- History -- World War, 1939-1945 |
| Subject | Peleliu, Battle of, Palau, 1944 |
| Subject | World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- Palau -- Peleliu Island |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49032 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 382 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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