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Across the Reef
The Marine Assault of Tarawa (Cram Edition)
Verlag:
Tradd Street Press Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P35002591
EAN: 9781026208113
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Nicht auf Lager
Zustellung: Do, 05.11.2026
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CHF 33.75
Beschreibung
This XpressRead Cram Edition of Across the Reef: The Marine Assault of Tarawa pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. "Across The Reef: The Marine Assault of Tarawa" recounts one of the bloodiest and most pivotal battles in the Pacific Theater of World War II. Joseph H. Alexander meticulously details the U. S. Marine Corps' amphibious assault on the heavily fortified island of Tarawa in November 1943. This gripping history plunges the reader into the heart of the battle, exploring the strategic importance of Tarawa and the immense challenges faced by the Marines against a determined Japanese defense. From the treacherous reef that stalled landing craft to the brutal fighting on the beaches and within the island's defenses, the book vividly portrays the intensity and human cost of this crucial battle. A vital account of a key moment in American military history, "Across The Reef" remains a testament to the courage and sacrifice of the Marines who fought and died on Tarawa. A timeless account of a pivotal moment in the fight for the Pacific.