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Author : George Carroll Dyer
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 628 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (3 download)
Download or read book The Amphibians Came to Conquer written by George Carroll Dyer and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : George C. Dyer
Publisher : www.Militarybookshop.CompanyUK
ISBN 13 : 9781907521836
Total Pages : 694 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (218 download)
Download or read book The Amphibians Came to Conquer written by George C. Dyer and published by www.Militarybookshop.CompanyUK. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 694 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: His nickname was "Terrible Turner." He was, according to one ensign who served with him prior to World War II, "the meanest man I ever saw, and the most competent naval officer I ever served with." He led the successful amphibious attacks on Guadalcanal, Makin, Kwajalein, Roi-Namur, Saipan, Tinian, and Guam. He was Admiral Richmond Kelly Turner, one of the key figures in America's defeat of Japan.In this fascinating and comprehensive biography, Vice Admiral George C. Dyer documents the tough and fearless leadership of Admiral Turner, his astonishing success in meeting some of the toughest challenges in the history of amphibious warfare, and detailed descriptions of the ships and men who fought under him. More than just a biography, The Amphibians Came to Conquer is a carefully documented history, both strategic and tactical, of the major campaigns in the Pacific from Guadalcanal to Okinawa, providing a wealth of information on how Terrible Turner and the men he commanded conquered island after island against a tough and determined foe. In an astonishing tribute to the tenacity of Turner and his men, a February 21, 1945 Japanese broadcast said: "The true nature of an alligator is that once he bites into something, he will not let go. Turner's nature is also like this." This remarkable book belongs in the library of any serious student of the war in the Pacific. Originally published in 1969. 682 pages, ill.
Author : George C. Dyer
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 628 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)
Download or read book The Amphibians Came to Conquer written by George C. Dyer and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : George Carroll Dyer
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 700 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (4 download)
Download or read book The Amphibians Came to Conquer: To the central Pacific and Tarawa written by George Carroll Dyer and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Russell F. Weigley
Publisher : Indiana University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780253280299
Total Pages : 612 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (82 download)
Download or read book The American Way of War written by Russell F. Weigley and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 1977 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " . . . a strong and stimulating book. It has no rival in either scope or quality. For libraries, history buffs, and armchair warriors, it is a must. For political science students, career diplomats, and officers in the armed services, its reading should be required." —History "A particularly timely account." —Kansas City Times "It reads easily but is not a popularized history . . . nor does the book become a history of battles. . . . Weigley's analyses and interpretations are searching, competent, and useful." —Perspective
Author : Lt.-Cmdr. Scott T. Farr
Publisher : Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1786256444
Total Pages : 74 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (862 download)
Download or read book The Historical Record, Strategic Decision Making, And Carrier Support To Operation Watchtower written by Lt.-Cmdr. Scott T. Farr and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-06 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Battle of Guadalcanal marked the first offensive ground operations conducted in the Pacific theater during World War II. One divisive issue of the Guadalcanal campaign is the withdrawal of carrier based aviation support on 8 August 1942, by Vice Admiral Frank Jack Fletcher. The historical record is dominated by the argument that Fletcher faced very little threat and could have supported the invasion forces longer than he did. What influenced Vice Admiral Frank Jack Fletcher to withdraw carrier based aviation from direct support of the Guadalcanal invasion and was the decision valid? In order to objectively evaluate Fletcher’s decision, this paper will first review historical literature and outline how the dominate opinion of Fletcher’s decision developed. Next, it will look at Fletcher’s character, development as a leader, and record from commissioning through the Watchtower campaign. This study will also review of the orders and guidance at the strategic level and the operations of subordinate commanders within Watchtower. Finally, the metrics of 1942 and the modern strategic military decision-making model will be applied to evaluate the validity of the decision to withdraw. The evidence clearly suggests that Fletcher’s decision was strategically valid, in addition to being characterized inaccurately by historians.
Author : Captain Robert G. Fix
Publisher : Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1782897194
Total Pages : 59 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (828 download)
Download or read book The Lucky Seventh In The Bulge: A Case Study For The Airland Battle written by Captain Robert G. Fix and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-15 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More so than any other operation, the Campaign to seize Okinawa in the closing days of World War II represents the greatest joint effort undertaken by the US Military. From its organization to the way it fought, Tenth Army incorporated every element of the service to a degree never before attempted and never since replicated. This study analyzes the Okinawa Campaign, Operation ICEBERG, using the operational operating systems as a framework for assessing how well the Tenth Army conducted the campaign and for determining what lessons are applicable to joint operations at the field army level. This study first traces the historical background of field armies in the twentieth century and shows that every major conflict has included combat operations at this level. It then outlines the operational operating systems as defined in TRADOC Pamphlet 11-9. Before actually analyzing the campaign, the study provides a battle summary of the Okinawa Campaign which provides the basis for analysis. The study then looks at the campaign through each of the six operational operating systems to determine how Tenth Army planned for the operation, how well it performed, and what lessons can be extracted and applied to today’s joint operational requirements. Although Okinawa was the largest joint operation of the war, it was not the largest planned joint operation. Operation DOWNFALL, the campaign to seize the Japanese islands, was the largest planned. So Okinawa was really a test of how joint operations at the large unit level could be conducted. Although the war ended prior to the invasion of Japan, the lessons the US Military learned in executing ICEBERG are still relevant and still provide insight into how joint operations should be conducted at the field army level.
Author : Michael G. Walling
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 147281441X
Total Pages : 506 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)
Download or read book Bloodstained Sands written by Michael G. Walling and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-04-20 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the men who served in America's Amphibious Forces during World War II, the conflict was an unceasing series of D-Days. They were responsible for putting men ashore in more than 200 landings throughout the conflict, most against well-entrenched enemy positions. Bloodstained Sands: US Amphibious Operations in World War II tells the story of these forgotten men for the first time, tracing their operational history from Guadalcanal to Casablanca, Sicily, Normandy, Iwo Jima and finally Okinawa. The men's stories are told in their own voices, with fascinating accounts from Underwater Demolition Teams, Attack Transport crews and many other unsung heroes of World War II. First-hand interviews, entries from personal diaries and Action Reports create a unique history, perfectly complemented by historic illustrations and detailed maps. These are timeless tales of determination, sacrifice, and triumph of the human spirit - tales of US Amphibious Forces that for too long have gone forgotten and untold.
Author : George Carroll Dyer
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 636 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 ( download)
Download or read book The Amphibians Came to Conquer written by George Carroll Dyer and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Thomas Alexander Hughes
Publisher : Harvard University Press
ISBN 13 : 0674049632
Total Pages : 536 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (74 download)
Download or read book Admiral Bill Halsey written by Thomas Alexander Hughes and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2016-05-02 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Halsey, the most famous naval officer of World War II, was known for fearlessness, steely resolve, and impulsive errors. In this definitive biography, Thomas Hughes punctures the popular caricature of the fighting admiral to present a revealing human portrait of his personal and professional life as it was lived in times of war and peace.
Author : Gene Eric Salecker
Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN 13 : 0806147466
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (61 download)
Download or read book The Second Pearl Harbor written by Gene Eric Salecker and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2014-08-20 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Second Pearl Harbor is the first book to tell the full story of what happened on that fateful day. Military historian Gene Salecker recounts the events and conditions leading up to the explosion, then re-creates the drama directly after: men swimming through flaming oil, small craft desperately trying to rescue the injured, and subsequent explosions throwing flaming debris everywhere.
Author : Brian Lavery
Publisher : Seaforth Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1399047256
Total Pages : 626 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (99 download)
Download or read book Two Navies Divided written by Brian Lavery and published by Seaforth Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-30 with total page 626 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The title is derived from George Bernard Shaw’s comment that ‘England and America are two countries divided by a common language.’ It is not intended to imply that the two navies were seriously at odds with one another, but rather to suggest, as in the case of language, that common roots and usages varied significantly. And the Second World War is a pertinent moment for comparison. They fought on the same side against a common enemy for nearly four years, but Britain fought the war for the survival of itself and its empire, though in the long term it failed with the latter, while the American government fought to maintain its influence through the balance of power; its people fought for revenge for Pearl Harbor, and out of a sense of justice. In this new book, Brian Lavery describes and analyzes the differences and similarities between the two navies and in doing so sheds fascinating light on how the naval war was fought. For example, both navies had spectacular failures after entering the war – the Royal Navy off Norway, the USN at Pearl Harbor and Savo Island. Paradoxically, both commenced the war with quite amateur performances by professional navies and ended with highly skilled performances by largely amateur manned forces. The training systems for regular officers had flaws in both countries. In Britain, entry was largely dependent on family income, in America, on political influence. But American officers probably had a broader perspective by the time they entered active service. The book covers ships and weapons systems – for instance, the British used too many gun types in the 4 to 6in range, while the Americans concentrated on the well-designed 5in. And the author describes conditions onboard ships. British vessels were awash with alcohol, which had its attractions for Americans when alongside; the Americans offered ice cream in return. These examples represent only a tiny proportion of the subjects covered in this stimulating analysis. Aviation, the marines of both navies, anti-submarine and mine warfare, uniforms, propulsion systems, shipbuilding and building programs, commanders and national leaders, ratings and officers, ship design, geographical environments, naval bases, hammocks and bunks, the deployment of women – these are among the myriad big and small themes that will open the eyes of naval historians and enthusiasts, and show anyone with an interest in the Second World War how these two great allies came together to defeat the Axis forces.
Author : Vice Admiral George C. Dyer
Publisher : Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN 13 : 178625204X
Total Pages : 538 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (862 download)
Download or read book The Amphibians Came to Conquer: The Story of Richmond Kelly Turner written by Vice Admiral George C. Dyer and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-06 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes over 90 maps, charts and illustrations. His nickname was “Terrible Turner.” He was, according to one ensign who served with him prior to World War II, “the meanest man I ever saw, and the most competent naval officer I ever served with.” He led the successful amphibious attacks on Guadalcanal, Makin, Kwajalein, Roi-Namur, Saipan, Tinian, and Guam. He was Admiral Richmond Kelly Turner, one of the key figures in America’s defeat of Japan. In this fascinating and comprehensive biography, Vice Admiral George C. Dyer documents the tough and fearless leadership of Admiral Turner, his astonishing success in meeting some of the toughest challenges in the history of amphibious warfare, and detailed descriptions of the ships and men who fought under him. More than just a biography, The Amphibians Came to Conquer is a carefully documented history, both strategic and tactical, of the major campaigns in the Pacific from Guadalcanal to Okinawa, providing a wealth of information on how Terrible Turner and the men he commanded conquered island after island against a tough and determined foe. In an astonishing tribute to the tenacity of Turner and his men, a February 21, 1945 Japanese broadcast said: “The true nature of an alligator is that once he bites into something, he will not let go. Turner’s nature is also like this.” This remarkable book belongs in the library of any serious student of the war in the Pacific
Author : Christopher D Yung
Publisher : Naval Institute Press
ISBN 13 : 1612515185
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (125 download)
Download or read book Gators of Neptune written by Christopher D Yung and published by Naval Institute Press. This book was released on 2013-09-15 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A research analyst for the Center for Naval Analyses offers a rare historical account of the Royal and U.S. Navies' involvement in one of the greatest amphibious assaults of modern history. It is a story of cooperation and, at times, discord, between the two navies as they planned the naval portion of the Allied invasion of Normandy. With the evolution of amphibious warfare as a backdrop, the book has sufficient technical detail to satisfy the modern day practitioner of amphibious warfare, yet is written in a style that makes it accessible to the general public. Thoroughly researched at the U.S. National Archives and the Naval Historical Center, the book takes the reader from the initial plans created by the Anglo-American Allies in 1942, through the first draft of Operation Overlord, to the final naval plan set down in 1944. It then presents a detailed description of the invasion itself. Christopher Yung covers every obstacle confronted by the naval planners, from the shifting tides of the English Channel to overcoming the European coastal defenses and dealing with the submarine threat. Despite his attention to historical detail, he brings to life the personalities of those who brought Operation Neptune from concept to reality.
Author : Harold J. Goldberg
Publisher : Indiana University Press
ISBN 13 : 0253116813
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (531 download)
Download or read book D-Day in the Pacific written by Harold J. Goldberg and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2007-05-02 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The narrative moves smoothly and crisply. There is effective treatment of strategy, preparations, and then the invasion and battle for Saipan itself.” —Spencer C. Tucker, author of American Revolution In June 1944 the attention of the nation was riveted on events unfolding in France. But in the Pacific, the Battle of Saipan was of extreme strategic importance. This is a gripping account of one of the most dramatic engagements of World War II. The conquest of Saipan and the neighboring island of Tinian was a turning point in the war in the Pacific as it made the American victory against Japan inevitable. Until this battle, the Japanese continued to believe that success in the war remained possible. While Japan had suffered serious setbacks as early as the Battle of Midway in 1942, Saipan was part of her inner defense line, so victory was essential. The American victory at Saipan forced Japan to begin considering the reality of defeat. For the Americans, the capture of Saipan meant secure air bases for the new B-29s that were now within striking distance of all Japanese cities, including Tokyo. “Harold Goldberg’s riveting story of this conflict brings the dead back to life by blending rigorous research with dramatic narratives by hundreds of survivors. He has written a superb account of a pivotal, little-known, and heart-breaking battle.” —Col. Joseph H. Alexander, USMC (ret.),author of Storm Landings “Using recent interviews he conducted with extant US veterans, [Goldberg] skillfully develops the soldiers’ view of the battle for Saipan in an engaging, clearly written and interesting volume.” —The Journal of Military History
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Publisher : Jeffrey Frank Jones
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 452 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Manuals Combined: AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE & NAVAL SCIENCE FOR THE MERCHANT MARINE OFFICER written by and published by Jeffrey Frank Jones. This book was released on with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE LETTER OF PROMULGATION This curriculum guide builds upon the work of many contributors. Intellectual rigor and academic standards demand that the full scope of amphibious warfare be encompassed rather than the tracing of Marine Corps History emphasizing the landings of the Great Pacific War which had forged our modern Corps. The present course structure and content reflect the determination that (1) the history of amphibious warfare remains a valid intellectual endeavor; (2) its scope greatly exceeds the study of the U.S. Marine Corps; and (3) a historical survey of amphibious warfare is best approached from a “Maneuver Warfare” perspective, exploring the various levels of war and their impact on each battle. The levels of war would include the political, strategic, operational, and tactical/technical. This construct of classes will also prepare students to become critical thinkers of warfare, and thus better prepare them for future commissioned service to the Marine Corps. Instructors are cautioned to observe that this manual contains lesson guides, not lesson plans. Instructors must devote time for serious background reading in recommended literature, course texts, and contemplation of a conceptual approach that will capture the imagination of their students. Another important objective of this course must be to stimulate original thought and persistent interest on the part of the student. PROFESSIONAL CORE COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES The primary objectives of this course are to provide prospective merchant marine officers a basic understanding of their role in our national security and to familiarize them with the basic principles and procedures for operating amerchant ship as a naval or military auxiliary in a wartime convoy or independent sailing situation.
Author : Thomas E. Crew
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1603444904
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (34 download)
Download or read book Combat Loaded written by Thomas E. Crew and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first authoritative history of its kind, Combat Loaded contains gripping combat narratives alongside details of daily life on board amphibious transports in the waning days of World War II. Crew weaves a tapestry of voices from interviews with over fifty veterans, analysis of daily action reports, and letters.
