The Korean War (1950–53) began as a conflict between North Korea and South Korea and eventually involved the United States and nineteen other nations. An estimated three million people lost their lives during the war. For Americans who think that only GIs and their United Nations contingent comrades fought effectively; The Korean War will be a surprising introduction to the valor and sacrifice of the South Korean army. This comprehensive view of the war from the South Korean perspective has not been previously available in English translation.
#1324618 in Books Bison Books 2007-07-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.96 x .55 x 6.58l; .77 #File Name: 0803259883272 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A new appreciation for the War of the States!By A. ProctorI'm glad the North won and a debt of gratitude to the WOMEN and men who fought for their Country and a just cause. Anyone who wants a quick history lesson on a few battles of the Civil War wrapped around an interesting and compelling story should read this book.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Civil War WomenBy Mary E. YoungAfter learning of her pending marriage; Emma runs away from home and finds untold opportunities dressing and acting like a boy. When the Civil War breaks out; Emma enlists. She serves in many positions; first as a male nurse and then as a mail carrier. The book briefly discusses claims that she had worked as a spy; recounting several dangerous experience. After falling ill; Emma runs away; worried that her true sex will be discovered. Returning to the life of a woman; she marries. Encouraged by those around her; she fights for a Civil War pension and reunites with her former comrades.This book as written in a very matter of fact way. I would have liked more of a story-telling element; rather than a recitation of facts. At times the book does deliver this; but at others is a bit dry. Overall; the book was well written; well documented and an interesting read.18 of 18 people found the following review helpful. So good it should be made into a movie!!!By Kay Stevens"The Mysterious Private Thompson" is a first-rate; riveting book about a woman who ran away from home to avoid an arranged marriage and disguised herself as a man to make her way in the world. She first became a successful traveling book salesman and then; astoundingly; served as a Civil War soldier for two years. Not only is the story fascinating as to how someone could maintain a disguise so effectively for so long a period of time; but the story's historical context is so carefully researched and deftly conveyed that you are almost unaware that this is a history book as well as a human interest story. I learned more in this book about the Battles of Bull Run; the Peninsula Campaign; the Battle of Fredericksburg; plus Generals McClellan and Burnside; than I had in all my years of school. Laura Gansler is a brilliant; gifted writer and I highly recommend this book.