The Black Sheep: The Definitive History of Marine Fighting Squadron 214 in World War II
| AUTHOR | Gamble, Bruce |
| PUBLISHER | Presidio Press (09/30/2003) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Mass Market Paperbound) |
Description
Recounts the story of Marine Fighting Squadron 214 and its exploits in the South Pacific.
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ISBN-13:
9780891418252
ISBN-10:
0891418253
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Mass Market (Rack) Paperback)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
544
Carton Quantity:
40
Product Dimensions:
4.14 x 1.16 x 6.88 inches
Weight:
0.62 pound(s)
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Country of Origin:
US
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BISAC Categories
History | Military - World War II
History | Military - Aviation
History | Military - United States
Dewey Decimal:
940.544
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In this definitive account of Marine Fighting Squadron 214 in World War II, readers discover the men of the real "Black Sheep" as they fly into combat against the Japanese.
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With their renowned squadron leader Greg "Pappy" Boyington, Marine Fighting Squadron (VMF) 214 was one of the best-known and most colorful combat units of World War II. The popular television series "Baa Baa Black Sheep added to their legend--while obscuring the truly remarkable combat record of the Black Sheep and Boyington. A retired naval flight officer and former historian for the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, Bruce Gamble provides a highly readable account that serves to both correct and extend the record of this premier fighting force.
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With their renowned squadron leader Greg "Pappy" Boyington, Marine Fighting Squadron (VMF) 214 was one of the best-known and most colorful combat units of World War II. The popular television series "Baa Baa Black Sheep added to their legend--while obscuring the truly remarkable combat record of the Black Sheep and Boyington. A retired naval flight officer and former historian for the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, Bruce Gamble provides a highly readable account that serves to both correct and extend the record of this premier fighting force.
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Recounts the story of Marine Fighting Squadron 214 and its exploits in the South Pacific.
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