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World War II Pacific: Battles and Campaigns from Guadalcanal to Okinawa 1942-1945
"A brisk and compelling game changer for the historiography of the Pacific Theater in World War II." – Reviewer
An enlightening glimpse into nine battles and campaigns during the Pacific War Allied offensive.
Each of these momentous operations were fascinating feats of strategy, planning, and bravery, handing the Allies what would eventually become a victory over the Pacific Theater and an end to Imperialist Japanese expansion.
Operation Watchtower, a riveting exploration of the spark that set off the Allied offensive in the Pacific islands, detailing the grueling struggle for the island of Guadalcanal and its vital strategic position.
Operation Galvanic, an incredible account of the battle for the Tarawa Atoll and base that would give them a steppingstone into the heart of Japanese-controlled waters.
Operation Backhander, a gripping retelling of the war for Cape Gloucester, New Guinea, and the Bismarck Sea.
Battle for Saipan, Marines stormed the beaches with a goal of gaining a crucial air base from which the US could launch its new long-range B-29 bombers directly at Japan’s home islands.
Invasion of Tinian, is the incredible account of the assault on Tinian. Located just under six miles southwest of Saipan. This was the first use of napalm and the “shore to shore” concept.
Recapture of Guam, a gripping narrative about the liberation of the Japanese-held island of Guam, captured by the Japanese in 1941 during one of the first Pacific campaigns of the War.
Operation Stalemate, Marines landed on the island of Peleliu, one of the Palau Islands in the Pacific, as part of a larger operation to provide support for General MacArthur, who was preparing to invade the Philippines.
Operation Detachment, the battle of Iwo Jima was a major offensive in World War II. The Marine invasion was tasked with the mission of capturing airfields on the island for use by P-51 fighters.
Operation Iceberg, the invasion and ultimate victory on Okinawa was the largest amphibious assault in the Pacific Theater. It was also one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific, lasting ninety-eight days.
This gripping narrative sheds light on these often-overlooked facets of WWII, providing students, history fans, and World War II buffs alike with a captivating breakdown of the history and combat that defined the ultimate victory of US forces in the Pacific.
An enlightening glimpse into nine battles and campaigns during the Pacific War Allied offensive.
Each of these momentous operations were fascinating feats of strategy, planning, and bravery, handing the Allies what would eventually become a victory over the Pacific Theater and an end to Imperialist Japanese expansion.
Operation Watchtower, a riveting exploration of the spark that set off the Allied offensive in the Pacific islands, detailing the grueling struggle for the island of Guadalcanal and its vital strategic position.
Operation Galvanic, an incredible account of the battle for the Tarawa Atoll and base that would give them a steppingstone into the heart of Japanese-controlled waters.
Operation Backhander, a gripping retelling of the war for Cape Gloucester, New Guinea, and the Bismarck Sea.
Battle for Saipan, Marines stormed the beaches with a goal of gaining a crucial air base from which the US could launch its new long-range B-29 bombers directly at Japan’s home islands.
Invasion of Tinian, is the incredible account of the assault on Tinian. Located just under six miles southwest of Saipan. This was the first use of napalm and the “shore to shore” concept.
Recapture of Guam, a gripping narrative about the liberation of the Japanese-held island of Guam, captured by the Japanese in 1941 during one of the first Pacific campaigns of the War.
Operation Stalemate, Marines landed on the island of Peleliu, one of the Palau Islands in the Pacific, as part of a larger operation to provide support for General MacArthur, who was preparing to invade the Philippines.
Operation Detachment, the battle of Iwo Jima was a major offensive in World War II. The Marine invasion was tasked with the mission of capturing airfields on the island for use by P-51 fighters.
Operation Iceberg, the invasion and ultimate victory on Okinawa was the largest amphibious assault in the Pacific Theater. It was also one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific, lasting ninety-eight days.
This gripping narrative sheds light on these often-overlooked facets of WWII, providing students, history fans, and World War II buffs alike with a captivating breakdown of the history and combat that defined the ultimate victory of US forces in the Pacific.
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836 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 27, 2021
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Daniel Wrinn
88 books12 followersDaniel Wrinn is a US Navy veteran and passionate military history enthusiast. Living in the scenic Wasatch Mountains of Utah, he writes full-time, crafting detailed and engaging accounts of warfare history.
He approaches history with a meticulous eye for truth, not bound by a particular ideological perspective. His focus is on uncovering and sharing the real, human stories behind the conflicts that defined the 20th century.
He approaches history with a meticulous eye for truth, not bound by a particular ideological perspective. His focus is on uncovering and sharing the real, human stories behind the conflicts that defined the 20th century.
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February 13, 2025
American History at its best
A well written account of the Pacific campaign. It provided great insights into the tactical decisions made, some brilliant and others that led to significantly higher casualties to assault troops.
The courage shown by American fighting men in the Pacific should never be forgotten by future generations.
A well written account of the Pacific campaign. It provided great insights into the tactical decisions made, some brilliant and others that led to significantly higher casualties to assault troops.
The courage shown by American fighting men in the Pacific should never be forgotten by future generations.
November 11, 2022
More than a military history narrative, the author blends first person narrative into the retelling of this most important period of the war in the Pacific. A compelling and accurate read.
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Read the full review on my blog: https://legendsofhistory.org/world-wa...
July 7, 2023
Islands of blood and guts
Our freedoms are not gifted but won by the men who fought and died on these islands in the sun along with every other person who has stood up and said we will not be dictated to by evil .
Our freedoms are not gifted but won by the men who fought and died on these islands in the sun along with every other person who has stood up and said we will not be dictated to by evil .
December 8, 2022
Does not address Philippine campaign nor marine aviation. Kinda drags on and repetitive. More for a die hard WW2 us ground marine historian
July 9, 2023
Disappointed
This account covers the ten thousand foot view of war in the Pacific but fails to capture anything personal or meaningful.
This account covers the ten thousand foot view of war in the Pacific but fails to capture anything personal or meaningful.
August 24, 2023
Great Book
I am pleased with the way its written(very discpipted) I would recommend it to any one wanting to know about the Pacific ww2.
I am pleased with the way its written(very discpipted) I would recommend it to any one wanting to know about the Pacific ww2.
March 30, 2024
Get to know the USMC'S role in the last battle of WW 2...
This book is a must read for anyone who is interested in USMC role in World War Two...A Good Read...
This book is a must read for anyone who is interested in USMC role in World War Two...A Good Read...
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