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History Of The Third Battalion, Sixth Regiment, U.S. Marines (1919)

History Of The Third Battalion, Sixth Regiment, U.S. Marines (1919)

Akers, Herbert H.

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ISBN10: 1165555980
ISBN13: 9781165555987
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 150
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
History Of The Third Battalion, Sixth Regiment, U.S. Marines (1919) is a detailed account of the experiences of the Third Battalion of the Sixth Regiment of the United States Marine Corps during World War I. Written by Herbert H. Akers, a member of the battalion who served as a lieutenant during the war, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the battalion's activities from its formation in 1917 to its demobilization in 1919.The book begins with a brief history of the Sixth Regiment, which was established in 1917 and comprised primarily of men from New York and New England. It then focuses on the formation and training of the Third Battalion, which was initially stationed in Quantico, Virginia, before being sent overseas to France in 1918.Once in France, the Third Battalion saw action in several major battles, including the Battle of Belleau Wood and the Battle of Soissons. Akers provides vivid descriptions of the fighting, including the tactics used by both sides and the bravery and sacrifice of individual Marines. He also discusses the challenges faced by the battalion, including the harsh conditions of trench warfare and the difficulties of coordinating with other units.Throughout the book, Akers emphasizes the camaraderie and esprit de corps of the Marines, as well as their dedication to duty and willingness to sacrifice for their country. He also provides insight into the leadership and strategy of the Marine Corps during World War I.Overall, History Of The Third Battalion, Sixth Regiment, U.S. Marines (1919) is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of the experiences of American Marines during World War I. It is an essential read for anyone interested in military history or the history of the Marine Corps.Compiled From The Official Records Kept By The Battalion Historian, And The Operations Reports Covering All Of The Engagements In Which This Battalion Participated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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