The Marines at the Reservoir: The Korean War's Greatest Battle

By Robert Leckie

The Marines at the Reservoir is a gripping account of the Korean War's greatest battle, the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. The book tells the story of the 1st Marine Division as they fought their way through the Chinese army in brutal cold and snow. The Marines at the Reservoir is a classic of war literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the Korean War.

On Desperate Ground: The Marines at The Reservoir, the Korean War's Greatest Battle

by Hampton Sides

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	60771 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	371 pages

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The book begins with the 1st Marine Division landing at Inchon in September 1950. The Marines quickly pushed north, capturing Seoul and driving the North Korean army back to the Yalu River. However, in November 1950, the Chinese army entered the war, and the Marines found themselves surrounded at the Chosin Reservoir.

The Marines at the Reservoir recounts the desperate fighting that followed. The Marines were outnumbered and outgunned, and the weather was brutal. But the Marines refused to give up. They fought their way out of the reservoir, inflicting heavy casualties on the Chinese army.

The Battle of Chosin Reservoir was a major victory for the Marines. It showed that the Marines could fight and win against any enemy, no matter the odds. The Marines at the Reservoir is a testament to the courage, determination, and fighting spirit of the Marines.

The book is written by Robert Leckie, a Marine veteran of World War II. Leckie's writing is clear and concise, and he brings the battle to life with vivid detail. The Marines at the Reservoir is a must-read for anyone interested in the Korean War or military history.

Praise for The Marines at the Reservoir

"A masterpiece of war literature."—The New York Times

"A gripping account of one of the most epic battles in American history."—The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone interested in the Korean War or military history."—The Wall Street Journal

About the Author

Robert Leckie (1920-2001) was a Marine veteran of World War II. He served in the Pacific Theater and was awarded the Silver Star for his actions at the Battle of Peleliu. After the war, Leckie became a journalist and author. He wrote several books about the Marine Corps, including The Marines at the Reservoir, which was published in 1960.

On Desperate Ground: The Marines at The Reservoir, the Korean War's Greatest Battle

by Hampton Sides

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	60771 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	371 pages

FREE