The conquest of Okinawa : an account of the sixth marine division / Major Philips D. Carleton.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Carleton, Philips D., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

World War, 1939-1945--Campaigns--Japan--Okinawa Island.

World War, 1939-1945.

World War, 1939-1945--Regimental histories--United States.

United States. Marine Corps. Marine Division, 6th--History.

United States.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (225 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

[Potomac, Maryland] : Pickle Partners publishing, [2015]

Summary:

This book provides a detailed historical account of the Sixth Marine Division's involvement in the Battle of Okinawa during World War II. Written by Major Phillips D. Carleton of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, the monograph is based on his personal observations and interviews with officers and men who participated in the campaign. The narrative covers various battles, including those on the Motobu Peninsula, Naha, and the Oroku Peninsula. The book aims to document the experiences and strategies of Marine Corps units, offering insights into their operations, challenges, and achievements. It serves as a resource for military historians and enthusiasts interested in World War II and Marine Corps history. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD

LIST OF MAPS

PANORAMIC VIEWS

NOTE

CHAPTER I-BATTLES ON MOTOBU PENINSULA AND IN THE NORTH

APPENDIX

Footnote 5.

Footnote 10.

Footnote 11.

Footnote 12.

Footnote 22.-PATROLS OF 22ND MARINES

CHAPTER II-THE BATTLE FOR NAHA

Footnote 1.

Footnote 4.

Footnote 9.

Footnote 15.

CHAPTER III-THE BATTLE FOR OROKU PENINSULA

CHAPTER IV-THE BATTLE IN THE SOUTH

CHAPTER V-FINALE

APPENDIX.

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ISBN:

9781786257451

1786257459

OCLC:

974589812