The United States Marine Corps in the Korean War

by Michael Green

Overview

This pictorial history covers the US Marine Corps’ outstanding contribution, organization, tactics, fighting doctrine and weaponry during the Korean War.

On June 25, 1950, the North Korean Army invaded South Korea. Among the US forces sent to South Korea was the 1st Marine Division. In September 1950, the Division audaciously landed deep behind enemy lines at Inchon port, throwing the North Korea Army into disarray.

In November 1950, the Chinese Army invaded North Korea with eight divisions tasked with the destruction of the 1st Marine Division at the Chosin Reservoir. The Marines made a 78-mile fighting withdrawal in arctic conditions before being evacuated by the US Navy.

In February 1951, the 1st Marine Division returned to combat assisting Eighth (US) Army to repulse five Chinese Army offensives over four months. By November 1951, the large-scale operations by the opposing sides had ended, replaced by a stalemate which lasted until the 27 July, 1953 armistice. With rare wartime images, this volume vividly chronicles the bitter three-year conflict.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781526765383
Publisher:	Pen & Sword Books Limited
Publication date:	04/01/2022
Series:	Images of War
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	215
Sales rank:	527,884
File size:	59 MB
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About the Author

Michael Green is the author of numerous acclaimed books in the Images of War series. He lives in California.

Table of Contents

Foreword 5

Acknowledgements 7

Chapter 1 The Opening Moves 9

Chapter 2 The Battles for Inchon and Seoul 54

Chapter 3 Pushing Too Far 106

Chapter 4 Back and Forth 159

Chapter 5 The Fighting Goes On 192

Editorial Reviews

"This book will be of interest to modelers and military historians alike."

AMPS Indianapolis

"This book provides a ready reference for figure, AFV, or diorama modelers as well as good reading for anyone looking for a concise understanding of the complicated back and forth nature of the 'Forgotten War'."

IPMS/USA

"The mix of display and in-the-field shots offers a good all-around look at the Marines and their air, ground, and sea weaponry, plus the occasional North Korean or Chinese POW. Another winner in the series."

Historical Miniatures Gaming Society