US Marine in World War I

by Ed Gilbert and Catherine Gilbert

The words "Retreat? Hell, we just got here," has become a central part of the Marine Corps legend, indicative of their reputation for dogged determination and bravery. The iconic words were uttered at the height of the fierce battle for Belleau Wood and became a defining moment for the Corps, establishing their "first to fight" ethos in the public eye.

This history follows the experiences of the Marines during the Great War, from their...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1472813871
• ISBN13: 9781472813879
• Release Date: March 2016
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK)
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.1" x 9.6"