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Proud to Be a Marine : Stories of Strength and Courage from the Few and the Proud by C. Brian Kelly (2017, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSourcebooks, Incorporated
ISBN-101492636584
ISBN-139781492636588
eBay Product ID (ePID)235581070
Product Key Features
Book TitleProud to Be a Marine : Stories of Strength and Courage from the Few and the Proud
Number of Pages416 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMilitary / Special Forces, Military / United States, Military
Publication Year2017
GenreBiography & Autobiography, History
AuthorC. Brian Kelly
Book SeriesProud to Beser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight19 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2016-053270
Reviews"Inspirational anthology, highly recommended for public library collections and personal reading lists." - Midwest Book Review, "Inspirational anthology, highly recommended for public library collections and personal reading lists." -- Midwest Book Review
Series Volume Number0
SynopsisCelebrate the Legacy of the Marines Behind one of the most celebrated military branches in America are the often little-known actions of its brave warriors. Proud to be a Marine amplifies the human voices amidst the cannon blasts and gun fire -- from the American Revolution to modern day -- and provides fresh insight that will inspire and excite those interested in the proud legacy of the Marines... This one of a kind collection includes: Union Corporal John Mackie's historic rallying cry as he earned the first ever Medal of Honor for a Marine The daring actions of Captain Bill Hawkins, the first Marine to step foot on Guadalcanal ROTC Cadet Vernice Armour's inspiring rise from police officer to first African-American female combat pilot in the history of the United States Marines From the shores of Tripoli to the careful action against deadly IEDs in the Middle East, the anecdotal back stories of these upstanding Marines are proof they have always been ready, and always the "First to Fight.", Celebrate the Legacy of the Marines Behind one of the most celebrated military branches in America are the often little-known actions of its brave warriors. Proud to be a Marine amplifies the human voices amidst the cannon blasts and gun fire -- from the American Revolution to modern day -- and provides fresh insight that will inspire and excite those interested in the proud legacy of the Marines... This one of a kind collection includes: Union Corporal John Mackie's historic rallying cry as he earned the first ever Medal of Honor for a Marine The daring actions of Captain Bill Hawkins, the first Marine to step foot on Guadalcanal ROTC Cadet Vernice Armour's inspiring rise from police officer to first African-American female combat pilot in the history of the United States Marines From the shores of Tripoli to the careful action against deadly IEDs in the Middle East, the anecdotal back stories of these upstanding Marines are proof they have always been ready, and always the First to Fight., An unprecedented new collection of true stories from the brave men and women who served in the Marine Corps Behind one of the most established military branches in America are the riveting, untold tales of the courageous warriors who fought on the front lines. Drawn from the writings of those who served America, Proud to be a Marine amplifies the human voices amidst the cannon blasts and gunfire to inspire, excite, and delight anyone with an interest in the proud legacy of the Marines, the always faithful, the few and the proud., Behind one of the most celebrated military branches in America are the often little-known actions of its brave warriors. Proud to be a Marine amplifies the human voices amidst the cannon blasts and gun fire -- from the American Revolution to modern day -- and provides fresh insight that will inspire and excite those interested in the proud legacy of the Marines . . . This one of a kind collection includes: - Union Corporal John Mackie's historic rallying cry as he earned the first ever Medal of Honor for a Marine- The daring actions of Captain Bill Hawkins, the first Marine to step foot on Guadalcanal- ROTC Cadet Vernice Armour's inspiring rise from police officer to first African-American female combat pilot in the history of the United States MarinesFrom the shores of Tripoli to the careful action against deadly IEDs in the Middle East, the anecdotal back stories of these upstanding Marines are proof they have always been ready, and always the "First to Fight."
LC Classification NumberVE24.K45 2017
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- Mar 07, 2018
U.S.M.C. history
Book has many short stories about events and Marines through out the history of the Marine Corps. Great book , with lots of in sight.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
