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Through the Wheat : the U.S. Marines in World War I.

U.S. Marine participation in World War I is known as a defining moment in the Marine Corps'' great history. It is a story of exceptional heroism and significant operational achievements, along with lessons learned the hard way. The Marines entered World War I as a small force of seagoing l...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Simmons, Edwin H., 1921-2007
Otros Autores: Alexander, Joseph H., 1938-2014
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : Naval Institute Press, 2014.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo

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