solving the mystery of the U.S. Marine Corps' proudest moment
Hammel, Eric M
The author presents his historical research into the people and events connected to the raising of two U.S. flags during the 28th Marine Regiment's fight for Mount Suribachi, part of the World War II battle for Iwo Jima.
The uncommon valor of the bloody battle in the Pacific, a look at the treatment of the battle by America after the War, a look back at the battle by veterans.
Tells firsthand of the costly battle at the end of World War II that gave American forces control of Iwo Jima and vital airstrips halfway between Saipan and Japan.
An account of the World War II Battle of Iwo Jima, told from the perspective of both the American Marines who invaded the island and the Japanese defensive force.
Recounts the brutal battles between the U.S. troops and the Japanese on the islands of Iwo Jima and Okinawa during World War II. Uses photographs to capture the action which took place.