Invisible Enemies of Atomic Veterans

by John D. Bankston

A true story of their destruction and devastation as told by a young marine who suffered a lifetime of illness from atomic fallout because of secrets kept by our government.

Paperback

First published June 1, 2003

About the author

John D. Bankston is a U.S. veteran and writer. He served for over six years as a Marine in the USMC, twice in the 2nd Marine Division and once in the First Marine Division. He served two years during WWII in the South Pacific and in the Occupation of Japan in the cities of Nagasaki, Sasebo, and Fukuoka during the first 2nd Marine Division tour of duty. During his tenure with the First Marine Division, he served on the island of Guam in the South Pacific and as a China Marine; in his third tour of duty he served with the 2nd Marine Division for the second time during the Korean Era.

Reviews

[Mirandaaa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I met Mr. Bankston through a student who was researching his story for a project. Wow! This great man has an incredible WWII story. His book is easy to read and appropriate for middle school and up. He gives lots of details and shares many photos. It’s a must read for any person interested in WWII in the Pacific and it’s effects.

[Jeff Gentry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just started reading this book. I met the author John D. Bankston at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. After speaking with him and his wife I knew I had to read his story and share it with the world.