Japanese Infantryman vs US Marine Rifleman: Tarawa, Roi-Namur, and Eniwetok, 1943–44 (Combat, 75)

Name: Japanese Infantryman vs US Marine Rifleman: Tarawa, Roi-Namur, and Eniwetok, 1943–44 (Combat, 75)
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Book Synopsis: Featuring evocative artwork plates and carefully selected photographs, this book assesses the US Marines and Japanese troops who contested the islands of Tarawa, Roi-Namur, and Eniwetok during 1943–44.

On November 20, 1943, amphibious vehicles carrying Marines of the 2nd Marine Division reached the shores of Betio Island in the Tarawa Atoll, defended by a determined Japanese garrison that would fight to the last man. This began a test by combat of over two decades of US studies, analyses, and planning for capturing and defending naval bases in Micronesia. The Tarawa assault was followed in February 1944 by the rapid capture of the Kwajalein and Eniwetok atolls in the Marshall Islands.

In these battles US Marines fought a mix of Imperial Japanese Navy and Imperial Japanese Army ground units. All but a handful of the defenders, whether they were organized ground combat troops or infantry improvised from aviators and service troops, were determined to die for the Emperor while killing as many of the enemy as possible. In this study, Gregg Adams shows how the US Marine Corps and US Navy drew upon these pivotal actions to improve their tactics, organization, and equipment for the next round of amphibious operations. He also explains how their Japanese opponents – realizing that isolated island garrisons were doomed to destruction or isolation if the Imperial Japanese Navy could not defeat the US Navy at sea – moved from seeking to repel an invasion to one inflicting maximum American casualties through prolonged defensive fighting.

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Are you a history enthusiast? Dive into the riveting and heroic stories of the Japanese Infantryman and the US Marine Rifleman in the critically acclaimed book, "Japanese Infantryman vs US Marine Rifleman: Tarawa, Roi-Namur, and Eniwetok, 1943–44". Through its meticulously researched content and captivating artwork plates, this book transports you back to the intense battles that took place during 1943–44 in the Tarawa, Roi-Namur, and Eniwetok islands.

Experience the adrenaline rush as you follow the heroic journey of the 2d Marine Division as they land on Betio Island on November 20, 1943, facing a fierce Japanese garrison that refused to surrender. Witness the tactical brilliance of the US Marines and the relentless determination of Japanese troops fighting for their Emperor till the bitter end. This book captures the essence of their struggle, providing you with a front-row seat to the clash of two military powerhouses.

Woven within this gripping narrative are valuable insights into the military strategies employed by both sides. Discover how the US Marines and Navy utilized the knowledge gained from these battles to refine their tactics, organization, and equipment for future amphibious operations. Gain a deep understanding of the challenges they faced and the sacrifices they made in the pursuit of victory.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to become a part of history. Immerse yourself in the action-packed pages of "Japanese Infantryman vs US Marine Rifleman: Tarawa, Roi-Namur, and Eniwetok, 1943–44" and relive the moments that shaped the course of World War II. Get your copy now.

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