From rubber landing boats to picket boats to minesweepers; smaller support vessels did much of the work of the Korean War; and endured many of the dangers and hardships. Rarely mentioned in histories of the war; they served functions essential to keeping the United States Navy and the United Nations partners in active duty. This volume delivers an overview of the various kinds of vessels involved; the difficulties of mobilizing the aging American fleet at a time when a significant downsizing had been expected; and the design and specification considerations of the support vessels needed for the new war effort. It lists the individual support vessels and details the degree of their involvement; often providing photographs as well as comments from men who served aboard the ships.
#3278813 in Books McFarland Company 2004-03-31Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 .84 x 7.18 x 10.26l; 1.45 #File Name: 0786416300268 pages
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Harps HellfireBy John H. Mahon4;000 casualties in the Civil War; from a unit whose total strength never exceeded 3;600. This telling statistic implies the audacity and verve of this historic fighting unit; the first and true Fightin' Irish. Mahon's book reviews and details the storied history of the Fighting Sixty-Ninth in a lively and readable manner. There are many clear and illustrative maps to explain the deployments of field units; and the pace of the narrative resembles a well told story more than a dry history text.The publisher has cooperated by producing a well bound text with clearly reproduced photographs and comfortable; heavy-weight paper. The hard cover edition will be at home on any bookshelf; and deserves a place in the library of every Irish-American history buff; every Civil War aficionado; and every Great War expert.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. An excellent history of the "fighting sixty-ninth"By J. BennettFor students of American military history and the contributions of Irish-Americans and others to our nation's history; this book is an outstanding and well-researched tome. Everything from famous battles that the 69th was involved in to the colorful characters that have been in its ranks are all covered here. Highly recommended!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A wonderful; great readBy Michael J. McdermottA truly supurb history of New York's Fighting Sixty-Ninth. Read this book to get all the facts about this illustrious fighting organization.It not only details the history of the 69th; but tells the story with compassion and understanding.
