The 1st Marine Regiment on Peleliu: A Bloody Battle for a Tiny Pacific Island

Last Man Standing: The 1st Marine Regiment on Peleliu, September 15-21, 1944

by Dick Camp

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The Battle of Peleliu was one of the bloodiest battles of the Pacific War. For six weeks, the 1st Marine Regiment fought a determined Japanese garrison for control of the tiny island. The fighting was fierce and the casualties were high. In the end, the Marines prevailed, but at a heavy cost.

The 1st Marine Regiment was one of the most experienced and decorated units in the Marine Corps. It had fought in some of the most famous battles of the Pacific War, including Guadalcanal and Tarawa. The regiment was known for its toughness and its esprit de corps.

The Battle of Peleliu began on September 15, 1944. The Marines landed on the island's beaches and quickly encountered heavy Japanese resistance. The Japanese had fortified the island with a network of bunkers and pillboxes, and they were determined to defend it to the death.

The Marines fought their way inland, but the Japanese fought back fiercely. The fighting was close-quarters and brutal. The Marines used flamethrowers and grenades to clear the Japanese bunkers, and the Japanese used banzai charges to try to drive the Marines back into the sea.

The battle for Peleliu lasted for six weeks. The Marines finally captured the island on October 27, 1944, but at a heavy cost. The regiment lost 1,749 men killed and 8,242 wounded. The Japanese lost 10,613 men killed.

The Battle of Peleliu was a major victory for the United States, but it was also a costly one. The Marines' sacrifice on Peleliu helped to pave the way for the eventual victory in the Pacific War.

The Legacy of the 1st Marine Regiment

The 1st Marine Regiment is still one of the most respected and decorated units in the Marine Corps. The regiment's history is filled with stories of heroism and sacrifice. The Marines who fought on Peleliu are remembered as some of the toughest and most courageous men in Marine Corps history.

The legacy of the 1st Marine Regiment is one of honor, courage, and sacrifice. The Marines who fought on Peleliu exemplified the best of the Marine Corps. They fought bravely against overwhelming odds, and they never gave up. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

The Book

The book The 1st Marine Regiment on Peleliu: September 15-21, 1944 is a detailed account of the regiment's bloody struggle for the tiny Pacific island of Peleliu. Drawing on official records, personal accounts, and interviews with survivors, the book provides a gripping narrative of the Marines' heroism and sacrifice.

The book is written by historian Bruce Gamble, who has spent years researching the Battle of Peleliu. Gamble has interviewed dozens of survivors and has pored over thousands of pages of documents. The result is a comprehensive and authoritative account of one of the most important battles of the Pacific War.

The 1st Marine Regiment on Peleliu is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Marine Corps, the Pacific War, or World War II. The book is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices that our servicemen and women have made to protect our freedom.

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Last Man Standing: The 1st Marine Regiment on Peleliu, September 15-21, 1944

by Dick Camp

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6484 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	322 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE