In December 1941, Guam became the first Allied territory lost to the Japanese. Therefore, its recapture was both politically and psychologically of great importance. This book examines the campaign mounted by the US Marines, Army and Navy in their successful, if bloody, operation to recapture the state.
In December 1941, Guam became the first Allied territory lost to the Japanese. Therefore, its recapture was both politically and psychologically of great importance. This book examines the campaign mounted by the US Marines, Army and Navy in their successful, if bloody, operation to recapture the state.
Gordon L Rottman entered the US Army in 1967, volunteered for Special Forces and completed training as a weapons specialist. A highly respected and established author, Gordon has written extensively on the Pacific War. He lives and works in Louisiana. Howard Gerrard has been a freelance designer and illustrator for over 20 years. He has worked for a number of publishers, and is an associate member of the Guild of Aviation Artists. He has illustrated a number of related titles in the Campaign series, including volumes 77: 'Tarawa 1943', 81: 'Iwo Jima 1945' and 96: 'Okinawa 1945',
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Introduction Chronology The 1941 fall of Guam Opposing plans Opposing Commanders Opposing Forces Capture and Occupation of Guam Aftermath The Battlefield Today Bibliography Index
Introduction Chronology The 1941 fall of Guam Opposing plans Opposing Commanders Opposing Forces Capture and Occupation of Guam Aftermath The Battlefield Today Bibliography Index
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