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One Marine's war : a combat interpreter's quest for humanity in the Pacific

An unusual account of a young American in combat in the Pacific during WWII, this book describes the experiences of a Marine language officer who was decorated for saving enemy lives, not taking them. He won the Bronze star for his unique service, winning the respect of his peers and countless Japanese for his successful efforts that resulted in the surrender of large numbers of enemy civilians and troops during the savage battles on Saipan and Tinian in 1944

eBook, English, ©2012
Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, MD, ©2012