With the Old Breed is a powerful and visceral memoir by E.B. Sledge, a Marine who served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Sledge recounts the harrowing experiences of battle, focusing on the brutal conditions faced by soldiers in places like Peleliu and Okinawa. His account is a poignant reflection on the horrors of war, the bonds forged between soldiers, and the personal toll of combat. Sledge’s honest, unflinching portrayal of war’s devastating impact on the human spirit is a compelling testament to the courage and resilience of those who served.