In the four years of the Korean War; America lost almost fifty-four thousand men; roughly the same number who lost their lives in Vietnam; yet this war has almost disappeared into American history as the ''Forgotten War.'' George-3-7th Marines recounts the bloody Marine infantry campaigns fought in the deadly mountain ranges of Korea. It is a story told by the men who fought and died anonymously in a little-known yet bloody war. These never-before-told tales of the battle-hardened Marines of G-3-7 have been collected and recorded by one of their own. Described by those who experienced the action firsthand; these accounts blend the shocking details of savage; bloody killing with gentle; almost heartbreaking prose seldom seen in a chronicle of war. Jim Nicholson paints a brutally accurate picture of America and the Valhalla culture that shaped the toughness of soldiers in the fifties. He examines the events and mistakes that led to a collision of the free world with the rapidly expanding Communist military machine. He reminds us that the sacrifice of young American boys saved the South Koreans; who now live freely in their beautiful ''Land of the morning calm.'' Awarded the Military Writers Society of America Gold Medal.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A wonderfully written set of shipwreck narratives sets up a larger discussion of historyBy SydaneeI found this book very engaging; and I would recommend it to all types of readers from non-fiction fans to adventure lovers. It is certainly about shipwrecks and disasters at sea; but it really reaches beyond those events and drives a fascinating exploration of so many other historical moments.I really appreciated Gordon’s ability to create an entirely new lens in which to examine the human desire to explore; discover; improve; and create. The book is an interesting approach to discuss many years of history using just one theme; and I think that a reader can find many discussions about history in each chapter. Gordon uses the accounts of shipwrecks and disasters at sea to illustrate the evolution of everything from travel to economics; technology and design; communication; and exploration itself.It is clear that this book was thoroughly researched to the very smallest details. Each chapter takes the time to discuss the design and technology of each vessel and provides important historical context in order to further the reader’s understanding of the significance of each wreck.I was enthralled by the storytelling of each shipwreck. My favorite was chapter 11; the HMS Victory. I found this chapter particularly tragic and exciting. Also; although I read the book from start to finish; I believe that the chapters also work as stand-alone narratives. I found that I could read a single chapter and get a healthy bite of history without needing to review the chapter prior to it.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very interesting book for those seeking info on historic shipwrecks ...By Robert MayerVery interesting book for those seeking info on historic shipwrecks. Creatively written; although some may find it to be too 'scientific' than storytelling. .0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ... introduction and skimmed a few chapters but it looks like I'm really going to enjoy this book when I ...By RobHave read only the introduction and skimmed a few chapters but it looks like I'm really going to enjoy this book when I give it a complete read.
