In November 1950; United Nations forces in Korea were stopped in their advance toward the Yalu River by Chinese Communist forces and were in danger of being overrun. Vastly outnumbered by enemy forces; the First Marine Division was cut off from its base at Wonson. General Oliver Prince Smith; commander of the First Marine Division; is credited with bringing the division and attached army units to safety; leaving no wounded behind and; in the process; destroying the effectiveness of several Chinese units. Using the general’s own notes and diaries; Clifton La Bree describes Smith’s long and distinguished career; his command in Iceland in 1940; in the Pacific campaigns; and in Korea. La Bree also acknowledges the key role the army’s 31st Regimental Combat Team played in conducting a successful withdrawal from the Chosin reservoir and discusses Smith’s wartime dealings with military and political leaders.
#1594124 in Books University of South Carolina Press 1988-12-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.02 x .62 x 5.98l; .96 #File Name: 0872496163276 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. An excellent book covering a fascinating period of history.By NautilusThe story of the Confederate Ironclad ships is sadly not one that is covered by a huge number of books. Luckily this niche of history has been well served by William Still's book "Iron Afloat". It's a fascinating story; that of a new nation with very limited resources using the very latest technology (and huge amounts of skill and effort) to stave off the military and economic behemoth that was the United States for 4 whole years. Highly recommended !!!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Iron Afloat: The Story of the Confederate ArmorcladsBy Peter F. LessesA lot is know about the Union ironclads; but this is the only book that delves closely into that phase of the Confederate Navy. The biggest surprise was the fate of the Atlanta; which was built on the hull of a British packet the Fingal used for blockade running. There are pictures of it taken after it was captured by two Union monitors; and it's lines and rakish apperance are impressive. It ironically wound up in the Union navy to patrol the James River and to be used against Confederate ships and shore installations.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I highly recommend this a piece to fill in a blank hole ...By Feldmar TwomblebeeThere actually was a water born element to the Civil War despite what fans of Grant and Lee might think. I highly recommend this a piece to fill in a blank hole in the puzzle.
