Gyrene
by Wilbur D. Jones
"The World War II United States Marine"
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Gyrene by Wilbur D. Jones
Details
War:
World War II
Perspective:
Infantry
Military Unit:
US Marine Corps
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Region:
Pacific
Page Count:
368
Published Date:
1998
ISBN13:
9781572491496
Description
Gyrene examines the man's pre-war environment and characteristics and sees them molded into a Marine. Prototype common Marines are constructed at the time he entered service and later after combat. A legend of units and ranks, and a comprehensive glossary are provided. Themes and conclusions describe how a Marine reacted to the life and culture, adapted, developed, and survived. The Corps' myths, fabled esprit de corps, and enduring brotherhood are critiqued. All aspects reflect an unremitting devotion to each other, the Corps, and country, able to sustain him to final victory.
