Encyclopedia of the U. S. Marines

Written by a well-known military historian, this volume contains approximately 300 entries organized in an easy-to-use, A-to-Z format. Topics include history; command organization; heroes and leaders; mission and role; equipment, weapons, and uniforms; life and traditions; and special terminology. Entries include: *Belleau Wood *Gregory "Pappy" Boyington *Cuban Rebellion *Guadalcanal *Inchon *Landing craft *Navajo Code Talkers *Lewis B. "Chesty" Puller *Sniper team *Ruth Cheney Streeter *U.S. Marine Corps Women's Reserve *War of 1812 *and more.