Description
Great Battles for Boys takes young readers to the front lines of history's most important fights. In this episode of the best-selling history series, the story opens with the Flying Tigers, those wild American soldiers fighting Japan before the bombing of Pearl Harbor. After the deadly surprise attack on Hawaii, the battles storm across the Pacific in the lethal "island hopping" military strategy that brought Victory Over Japan.
How did the Battle of Wake Island turn into "The Alamo of the Pacific"?
Who figured out the first fighter planes take off from ships in the middle of the ocean?
Why was the Doolittle Raid considered a suicide mission?
How did the young American men survive while fighting on strange and hostile islands such as Guadalcanal, Saipan, and Iwo Jima?
Each chapter of the book features dramatic true stories with historic photos, maps, and other awe-inspiring images. Written specifically for boys, with short chapters that get right to the fight, this book is sure to capture the attention of even the most reluctant readers.
“In Volume II of Great Battles, author Joe Giorello paints a vivid picture of events in WW II’s Pacific Theater in a way that can make readers forget they aren’t listening to first-hand accounts of the action. Combining his uniquely conversational style with myriad historical facts, plenty of interesting photos, and lots of fascinating, little-known anecdotes, Joe takes readers 'behind the scenes' and helps them to experience this vitally important chapter in our Nation’s history. From the dark days following Pearl Harbor to victory ratified aboard the USS Missouri, Giorello covers it all – and never fails to capture the incredible sacrifice, unbelievable courage, and selfless service of America’s bravest and finest. A great book with superb additional resources; I give it a 'must read!' -- The Reverend Charles F. Reynolds Chief Warrant Officer 3, USMC, Ret.
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Are you ready for an engaging read that takes you to the front lines of history's most important fights? Look no further than Great Battles for Boys: WW2 Pacific. This captivating book, written specifically for boys, brings the story of the Pacific Theater in World War II to life with its gripping narratives and stunning visuals. Witness the wild American soldiers of the Flying Tigers, fighting Japan before the infamous bombing of Pearl Harbor. Experience the intensity of the "island hopping" military strategy that ultimately led to Victory Over Japan. Each chapter is filled with dramatic true stories, accompanied by historic photos, maps, and other awe-inspiring images.
Get ready to discover the untold stories behind the Battle of Wake Island, the first launch of fighter planes from ships in the middle of the ocean, the daring Doolittle Raid, and the incredible survival of young American men on harsh and unfamiliar islands. With short chapters that dive straight into the heart of the action, this book is a perfect choice for even the most reluctant readers. Just like the Amazon Top-500 reviewer said, it's "a terrific, engaging read."
But don't take our word for it. The Reverend Charles F. Reynolds, Chief Warrant Officer 3, USMC, Ret., had this to say about Volume II of Great Battles: "Author Joe Giorello paints a vivid picture of events in WW II's Pacific Theater in a way that can make readers forget they aren't listening to first-hand accounts of the action. Combining his uniquely conversational style with myriad historical facts, plenty of interesting photos, and lots of fascinating, little-known anecdotes, Joe takes readers 'behind the scenes' and helps them to experience this vitally important chapter in our Nation's history."
If you're ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the battles that shaped the Pacific Theater of World War II, don't wait any longer. Get your copy of Great Battles for Boys: WW2 Pacific and immerse yourself in the sacrifice, courage, and selfless service of America's bravest and finest.
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