Great gift to any Father who fought in any War. Book and dust jacket brand new. #ya #mystery #history #hardcover #Action #Adventures #CliveCussler  #War #marines #navy 

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

South Carolina

A Dirk Pitt Novel

"A desperate attempt in 1917 to preserve the wealth and power of the Romanov Empire. A Cold War bomber lost with a deadly cargo. Mysterious deaths on the Black Sea linked to modern-day smugglers of nuclear materials. At the center of it all is Dirk Pitt and his team from NUMA. As the danger escalates, there's only one man who can avert catastrophe. From London to Washington, from the Black Sea to the Mediterranean, the action never stops, as Pitt races to prevent the next global war"--Goodreads.com.

Odessa Sea

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Illinois

The daring Marine Assault on Makin

Carlson’s Raid

#hardcover #WWII #USSIndianapolis #1945 #history #survival #sinking #Marines #gripping

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Michigan

An Unforgettable WWII Story of Survival, Courage, and the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis

The Inspiring Story of a World War II Hero's Miraculous Survival at Sea
July 30, 1945--The USS "Indianapolis" and its 1,196-man crew is making its way toward a small island in the South Pacific. The ship is sailing unescorted, assured by headquarters the waters are safe. It is midnight, and Marine Edgar Harrell and several others have sacked out on deck rather than spend the night in their hot and muggy quarters below. Fresh off a top-secret mission to deliver uranium for the atomic bombs that would ultimately end World War II, they are unaware their ship is being watched. Minutes later, six torpedoes are slicing toward the "Indy" . . .
For five horrifying days and nights after their ship went down, Harrell and his shipmates had to fend for themselves in the open seas. Plagued by dehydration, exposure, saltwater poisoning, and shark attacks, their numbers were cruelly depleted before they were miraculously rescued. This is one man's story of courage, ingenuity, and faith in God's providence in the midst of the worst naval disaster in U.S. history.

Out of the Depths

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Virginia

The Story of Maj. Gen. James E. Livingston, USMC (Ret. ), Medal of Honor

New addition to the "Commandant of the Marine Reading List, 2011"

Major General James E. Livingston received the Congressional Medal of Honor for his role as an infantry company commander at Dai Do, Vietnam, during a three-day grinding battle of attrition in which the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, numbering only 800 men, victoriously battled 10,000 or more NVA. His remarkable life and career is recounted in a book that has it all: exciting first-person eyewitness account of historic battle; the history of the development of tactics and strategies used in today's war on terror; and a compelling story of leadership in action and individual courage in combat.

Noble Warrior

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A Texas Marine in France: The World War I Memoir of Warren R. Jackson

"The casualties suffered by the 6th Marine Regiment during World War I were staggering. Remarkably, Warren R. Jackson may have been the only Marine in his company to remain unscathed as they fought their way from Verdun through the end of the war." "His Time in Hell is a memoir of a World War I Marine. In addition to providing a wealth of detail about enlisted service of that period, the reader will find that Jackson's normal human strengths and weaknesses shine through on every page. He saw his share of combat, though he wasn't always in the forefront of battle. He writes his account in a self deprecating, nonheroic tone. "Several times when it was still dark a storm of machine-gun bullets rained over our heads....My unselfish instincts prompting me, I used dispatch to get someone else between me and the bullets. While there were quite a bunch of us huddled there, my attempt was in vain, for others were trying to perform the same feat."" "Jackson must have done something right, however: he was promoted to corporal and awarded two Silver Stars and the Croix de Guerre. Based on his promotions and the fact that he was often chosen for roles that required intelligence and fortitude, Jackson indeed was a good Marine."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

His Time in Hell

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The Birth of the Modern U. S. Marine Corps

By the time the Battle of Belleau Wood was over, American forces hailed it as the Gettysburg of the Great War. Although it did not single-handedly win WWI, this extremely bloody battle did mark the end of the last major German offensive of the war. Miracle at Belleau Wood is a thoroughly researched, intelligent, and insightful account of one of the U.S. Army's most intense and ferocious actions of the Great War. It is also the story of how the Marines were transformed from a motley crew of shipboard soldiers and embassy guards into, ultimately, one of the world's most elite fighting units. This brand new account of one of the most stirring battles of the Great War is an essential read for anyone with an interest in that particular theatre and the history of U.S. Marine Corps.

Miracle at Belleau Wood

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(J3) #hardcover #marines #military #autobiography #nonfiction #movie #jakegyllenhaal #jamiefox #firstedition #gulfwar

Texas

A Marine's Chronicle of the Gulf War and Other Battles

Jarhead

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#HistoricalFiction￼ #Marines￼ #WorldWarII￼ #MiddleGrade 

Florida

Chris Lynch concludes his gritty, thoughtful, and critically acclaimed WWII fiction series -- providing entirely new insight into "The Good War."



The US Marines Corps is home to some of the roughest, toughest combatants in World War II. Their courage and daring are legendary. And the best of the best -- the boldest among them -- are joining the Corps' elite new paratrooper combat unit. As Paramarines, they'll be expected to do everything a typical Marine does... and do it while skydiving.



Nick Nardini knows that he's destined to become a Paramarine. He also knows that he has to convince his best friend, Zachary Klecko, to sign up too. Nardini and Klecko used to be inseparable, ever since they met in kindergarten, but recently they've been drifting apart. Fighting in the same battalion -- and jumping out of the same planes -- seems to Nardini like a surefire way to restore their bond and come out of the war stronger than ever. The Axis powers, however, may have other ideas...

The Liberators

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D-Day in the Pacific-Saipan to Guam, June-August 1944

June 14, 1944, just nine days after the D-Day invasion of Normandy, another mighty fleet steamed towards its own D-Day landing. A huge U.S. flotilla of 800 ships carrying 162,000 men was about to attempt to smash into the outer defenses of the Japanese Empire. Their target was the Marianas Island group, which included Saipan, home to an important Japanese base and a large population of Japanese civilians, and Guam, the first American territory captured in the aftermath of Pearl Harbor. During the next eight weeks, tens of thousands of men, hundreds of airplanes, and dozens of major warships were locked in mortal combat. When it was over, 60,000 Japanese ground troops and most of the carrier air power of the Imperial Navy were annihilated; Japan's leader, Tojo, was thrown out of office in disgrace; and the newly captured enemy airfields were being transformed into launching bases for the B-29s that would carry the conventional and, later, atomic bombs to Japan, turning the land ofthe Rising Sun into a charred cinder. After the U.S. victory in the Marianas campaign, the road to Tokyo was clearly in sight.

Hell Is upon Us

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#hardcover #fiction #comic #military #marines #terminallance 

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

North Carolina

The ultimate collection from Maximilian Uriarte, author of The New York Times bestselling THE WHITE DONKEY and creator of the world's most popular military comic strip.

The eagerly awaited Terminal Lance Ultimate Omnibus will finally deliver the complete collection that fans of the military's most popular comic strip have been clamoring for.

With over 500 strips, the collection will feature hundreds of the serialized comics published on terminallance.com, with additional comics previously published only on Marine Corps Timesnewspaper, and new, never before published comics. The Omnibus will also include Uriarte's signature blog entries and previously unpublished bonus material.

Covering a wide range of topics, including the rules governing the wearing of military uniforms, the most popular (and the most disgusting) MREs, the difficulty of keeping a long-distance relationship alive across thousands of miles, and the struggles marines face upon returning home, Terminal Lance Ultimate Omnibus provides a hilarious and deeply intelligent look into every aspect of life for American marines.

Terminal Lance Ultimate Omnibus

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#hardcover #nonfiction #afghanwar #marines

Connecticut

An Old Marine in a Young Marine's War

Terry McGowan was a beat cop, a Marine captain, and an FBI Special Agent before retiring at age fifty. But after September 11th, 2001, McGowan was in Iraq, serving as a member of a team of high-ranking retired and active duty military working for the highest level of Marine military intelligence. McGowan's success in Iraq led to a position as a Law Enforcement Professional with the Marines in Afghanistan. There he found himself the oldest member of a platoon on the front line; a platoon that was understrength and under fire. While an eighteen-year-old Marine can't look at a crowd of Afghans and pick out the guilty party, McGowan's years of experience in law enforcement had developedhis eye for the "felony look." His training as a Marine Officer, combined with his experience as an FBI Agent, made McGowan an asset as he struggled to keep up with young Marines while they humped over the mountains. Here, he recounts the many trials of his life of service, providing an intimate glimpse into the horrible realities of modern military conflict. --

The Silence of War

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#hardcover #nonfiction #pets #marines #servicedogs 

Georgia

A Marine, a Dog, and a Long Road Trip Home

An uplifting and unforgettable story of a US Marine, his extraordinary dog, and the road trip of a lifetime.When US Marine Rob Kugler returned from war he had not only given up not only years of his life in service to his country, but he had also lost a brother in the fighting as well. Lost in grief, Rob found solace and relief in the one thing that never failed to put a smile on his face: his chocolate lab Bella. Exceptionally friendly, and always with - you wouldn't believe it - a smile on her face, Bella was the friend Rob needed, and they would spend their days exploring nature and taking photos.But then Bella started to get sick. She was limping, and not eating. It was cancer, and the prognosis wasn?t good. Rob had a choice, either to let Bella go now, or amputate her cancer riddled leg, and see what the next few months will bring. For Rob, the choice is a no-brainer, and instead of waiting at home for the cancer to spread, Rob and Bella pack their bags and hit the road. Life is short, but the road ahead is long and winding, and as they criss-cross the country Rob and Bella meet remarkable, life-changing men and women who are quick to make friends with this incredible three-legged dog. Full of inspiration, and warmth A DOG NAMED BEAUTIFUL is a book full of hope, love, tears, and laughs. Enjoy the journey.

A Dog Named Beautiful

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

The Heroic Life of Sgt. John Basilone, USMC

The true story behind the character depicted in HBO's critically acclaimed, award-winning miniseries, The Pacific

I'm Staying with My Boys is a firsthand look inside the life of one of the greatest heroes of the Greatest Generation. Sgt. John Basilone held off 3,000 Japanese troops at Guadalcanal after his 15-member unit was reduced to three men. At Iwo Jima he single-handedly destroyed an enemy blockhouse, allowing his unit to capture an airfield. Minutes later he was killed by an enemy artillery round. He was the only Marine in World War II to have received the Medal of Honor, the Navy Cross, and a Purple Heart and is arguably the most famous Marine of all time.

I'm Staying with My Boys is the only family-authorized biography of Basilone, and it features photographs never before published. Distinctive among military biographies, the story is told in first person, allowing readers to experience his transformation, forged in the horrors of battle, from aimless youth to war hero known as "Manila John".

I'm Staying with My Boys

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Though the US Marines initially struggled to maintain their distinctive identity within the huge American Expeditionary Force in France, their unforgettable performance at Belleau Wood, Soissons, St Mihiel, Blanc Mont and the Meuse-Argonne established their reputation as 'the most aggressive body of diehards on the Western Front'. This book describes the organization of this formidable force during World War II, from 1917 to 1918, and details their uniforms, insignia and decorations, weapons and equipment. Numerous photographs and eight full colour plates vividly depict the various ranks of the US Marine Corps.

US Marine Corps in World War I 1917-18

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#biography #nonfiction #autobiography #hardcover #olivernorth #Vietnam #marines 

Pennsylvania

Oliver North Returns to Vietnam

An account of North's return trip to Vietnam discusses his memories of the Vietnam War and his view of the lessons America should have learned from the conflict

One More Mission

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#hardcover #clivecussler #fiction #bundle #marines #military #action #adventure

Clive Cussler Bundle

#hardcover #marines #military #autobiography #nonfiction 

#ya #war #scholastic #homeschool #classroom #library #pearlharbor #marines #WW2

New Jersey

A Novel of the Pacific War

"I WANTED TO SERVE, TO BE PART OF THIS THING MY FATHER HAD GIVEN HIS LIFE FOR. I DIDN'T WANT THE WAR TO END, AND ALL I'D BE ABLE TO SAY WAS, NO I DIDN'T SERVE, I WAS RIGHT HERE THE WHOLE WAR, SAFE IN BAKERSFIELD."

Adam Pelko witnessed the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor that killed his father, a lieutenant on the USS Arizona. Even though Adam is underage, he defies his mother's wishes and enlists in the Marines. Sent first to boot camp, then to Okinawa, he experiences the stark reality of war firsthand -- the camaraderie and the glory as well as the grueling regimen, the paralyzing fear, and death. And at every turn, Adam must confront memories of his father.

In the concluding volume of his World War II trilogy, Harry Mazer masterfully illustrates Adam's journey as he navigates brutal circumstances that no boy should know.

Heroes Don't Run

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#paperback #nonfiction #marines #military #war 

West Virginia

The classic war memoir, now a major Hollywood film, directed by Sam Mendes and starring Jake Gyllenhall and Jamie Foxx.Anthony Swofford's grandfather fought in WWII; his father fought in Vietnam; and he - a directionless, testosterone-battered teenager - became a scout/sniper in the marines and fought in the Gulf War. His account of that time is also part of a lineage - after Wilfred Owen, Norman Mailer, Michael Herr and Tim O'Brien, it brings the raw and searing tradition of soldiers' stories up to date.A harrowing yet inspiring portrait of a tormented consciousness struggling for reconciliation and peace, JARHEAD is authentic, revelatory and brilliantly crafted.

#paperback #nonfiction #majormotionpictures #marines #military #war #jarhead 

In his New York Times bestselling chronicle of military life, Anthony Swofford weaves his experiences in war with vivid accounts of boot camp, reflections on the marines, and remembrances of battles with lovers and family. When the U.S. Marines—or “jarheads”—were sent to Saudi Arabia in 1990 for the Gulf War, Anthony Swofford was there. He lived in sand for six months; he was punished by boredom and fear; he considered suicide, pulled a gun on a fellow marine, and was targeted by both enemy and friendly fire. As engagement with the Iraqis drew near, he was forced to consider what it means to be an American, a soldier, a son of a soldier, and a man.

#hardcover #nonfiction #army #aviation #navy #airforce #marines #pcsing #conus #oconus 

A first-of-its-kind celebration of military life, 1001 THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT MILITARY LIFE chronicles some obvious and not-so-obvious traditions, advantages and experiences military members, veterans and their families share. Full of heart-warming vignettes, laugh-out-loud lists, stories and quotes from military members and family members, and photos that speak a thousand positive affirmations, this inspirational look at those who dedicate their lives to serving perfectly illustrates why it is a profession and lifestyle to love. You'll find practical truths most service members wouldn't want to live without and learn the unique outlooks, services and advantages military life provides. Military or civilian, you'll experience the community and personal growth that the military offers. Whether you have a friend or loved one in the military, you're a service member ready to head out on duty, a spouse gearing up to take charge of the household, a veteran in need of a few good laughs, or a new recruit looking for encouragement, this book provides inspiration and insight into the lives of today's dedicated and courageous military families.

1001 Things to Love about Military Life

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#iraqwar #marines #combatexperience This is an advanced readers copy in great condition. 

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

Missouri

They Call us "Lucky" (ARC)

#Marriage #Obsession #Marines #PicturePerfect #Engrossing #Riveting #hardcover #shannahogan

A True Story of Marriage, Obsession, and Murder

**Now a TV Movie**

In Secrets of a Marine's Wife, award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Shanna Hogan tells the true story of a young Marine wife whose illicit affair ended in tragedy.

In June 2014, 19-year-old Erin Corwin was living a quiet life in Twentynine Palms, California, expecting her first child with her husband, U.S. Marine Corporal Jon Corwin--until the day she drove off into the desert and never returned. As temperatures climbed into the hundreds, friends and family teamed up with local law enforcement in a grueling search of Joshua Tree National Park. Nearly two months after her disappearance, Corwin's body was found at the bottom of an abandoned mine shaft, a homemade garrote wrapped around her throat.

Suspicions mounted within the tight-knit Marine community as residents questioned if the killer was one of their own. Fellow Marine Christopher Lee and his wife lived next door to the Corwins, and the two young couples had leaned on each other for support. But detectives soon discovered that Chris and Erin's relationship had developed into a whirlwind romance that consumed them both and called the paternity of Corwin's baby into question. Lee told investigators he'd been out hunting the day of Corwin's disappearance, but his claims of innocence soon began to crumble. And while Erin was researching baby names, Lee was reportedly searching the internet for ways to dispose of a human body.

Through interviews, court records, and extensive research, bestselling true-crime author Shanna Hogan constructs a chilling story of betrayal, deception, and tragedy.

Secrets of a Marine's Wife

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#nonfiction #autobiography #majormotionpictures #marines #military #war #paperback #biography 

Clive Cussler; Dirk Cussler

Odessa Sea

George W. Smith

Carlson’s Raid

Edgar Harrell; David Harrell; Oliver North (Foreword by)

Out of the Depths

James Livingston; Colin Heaton; Anne-Marie Lewis; Al Gray, USMC (Ret.), 29th Commandant (Foreword by); William Weise, USMC (Ret.) (Foreword by); Paul Kelley, USMC (Ret.), 28th Commandant (Foreword by)

Noble Warrior

Warren R. Jackson; George B. Clark (Editor)

His Time in Hell

Alan Axelrod

Miracle at Belleau Wood

Anthony Swofford

Jarhead

Chris Lynch

The Liberators

Victor Brooks

Hell Is upon Us

Maximilian Uriarte

Terminal Lance Ultimate Omnibus

Terry McGowan

The Silence of War

Rob Kugler

A Dog Named Beautiful

Jim Proser; Jerry Cutter

I'm Staying with My Boys

Mark Henry; Darko Pavlovic (Illustrator)

US Marine Corps in World War I 1917-18

Oliver North, David Roth

One More Mission

Clive Cussler

Clive Cussler Bundle

Anthony Swofford

Jarhead

Harry Mazer

Heroes Don't Run

Anthony Swofford

Jarhead

Anthony Swofford

Jarhead

Tara Crooks; Starlett Henderson; Kathie Hightower; Holly Scherer

1001 Things to Love about Military Life

Ruben Gallego

They Call us "Lucky" (ARC)

Shanna Hogan

Secrets of a Marine's Wife

Anthony Swofford

Jarhead