Description

The period following World War 2 saw a number of associated Marine Corps, three of whom fought together during the war in Vietnam from 1965 to 1973. These Corps were similar formations, but each had its own history and traditions: they were the United States Marines, the Vietnamese Marines, and the Korean Marines. Common to them was a reputation for toughness on themselves and any foreign or domestic enemies; strong unit pride and loyalty; and a privileged place within the political structure of their respective countries. This title by US Marine historian Charles Melson describes the history, weapons, equipment, uniforms and insignia of the US, Vietnamese and Korean Marines who fought in Vietnam.

Product details

Published May 20 2012
Format Ebook (Epub & Mobi)
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781780967752
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 55 b/w; 10 col
Series Elite
Short code ELI 43
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Author

Charles D. Melson

Charles "Chuck" Melson was the Chief Historian for…

Illustrator

Paul Hannon

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