Originally posted by buoy37
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Did anyone get THE FORGOTTEN SOLDIER ? Unforgettable book .
Heres a scholarly analysis of the brutal ground war in the South Pacific during WW 2 , TOUCHED WITH FIRE , the land war in the South Pacific by ERIC BERGERUD . The majority of books focus on the naval/air encounters . This author discusses the impact on both sides of the jungle environment , differences of the fighting men , differences of weapons , fighting methods , effects of supply and medical care . He liberally inserts quotes from both combatants to illustrate his view points . You'll come away with a better understanding and appreciation for the combatants in one of the most inhospitable environments on the planet , focusing on New Guinea , New Britain , and Solomon Islands .
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