NRO slideshow on the Battle of Peleliu. It was the first of the Japanese, island fight and die battles. Of 10,000 Japanese soldiers, 19 survived. Battle resulted in 8 Medals of Honor and 69 Navy Crosses for the USMC. 40 slides, the last 10 are acclaimed paintings from Life magazine artist.
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Ooo, Rah and Semper Fi!
This is a very motivating look back at our Marine Corps history and naval traditions! I thank you sincerely for the shout out to the Corps!
Thank you sweetexp, my pleasure, like history. A reminder now and then of courage, bravery, sacrifice, and the war that was fought, is good.
I highly recommend a book about this battle- With The Old Breed by E.B. Sledge – arguably the best book written on WWII Pacific fighting.
Taiwan just held it’s biggest naval exercise in 25 years. http://news.asiaone.com/news/asia/taiwan-shows-force-biggest-naval-exercise-25-years
One possible reason, it’s reported that China’s leaders are a little unnerved by possibility of Scotland Yes vote and resultant inspiration to others in the world.