Chesty
by Jon T. Hoffman
"The Story of Lieutenant General Lewis B. Puller, USMC"
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Chesty by Jon T. Hoffman
Details
Perspective:
Commanders
Military Unit:
US Marine Corps
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Page Count:
674
Published Date:
2007
ISBN13:
9780307430809
Summary
This comprehensive military biography chronicles the remarkable career of Lewis B. Puller, the most decorated Marine in U.S. history. Jon T. Hoffman traces Puller's journey from his Virginia roots through combat in Haiti, Nicaragua, World War II, and Korea, where he earned five Navy Crosses. The book examines both his legendary battlefield leadership and his complex personality, revealing the man behind the "Chesty" nickname. Drawing on extensive research and interviews, Hoffman presents an authoritative portrait of a Marine whose courage, determination, and devotion to his troops became the standard for military excellence.
