History Of The United States Marine Corps (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162949291)

The book ""History of the United States Marine Corps"" by Richard S. Collum is a comprehensive account of the history of the United States Marine Corps. The book traces the origins of the Marine Corps from its inception in 1775 to its current role as a vital component of the United States military. The author provides a detailed description of the Marine Corps' involvement in major conflicts such as the Revolutionary War, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Gulf War. The book also explores the Marine Corps' role in peacetime operations, including humanitarian aid and disaster relief efforts. The author incorporates personal accounts from Marines who served in various conflicts, providing a unique perspective on the history of the Marine Corps. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of the Marine Corps' history, making it an excellent resource for military historians, veterans, and anyone interested in the history of the United States military.Franklin Wharton Lietenant-Colonel Commandant March 7, 1803. Several Chapters On The Marines In The Civil War. Brig. General Marcus J. Wright Proposed The Legislation That Allowed Confederate Veterans To Be Buried At The Arlington National Cemetery. He Is One Of Only Two Confederate Generals To Be Buried There. Chronicle The Service Of Marines In The Civil War. There Is Also A List Of Officers Breveted During The War.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.

Author: Richard S. Collum
ISBN-10: 1162949295
ISBN-13: 9781162949291
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 332
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d