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After the epic struggle of World War II, W.E.B. Griffin's bestselling chronicle of the Marine Corps enters a new stage of modern warfare—with new weapons, new strategies, and a new breed of warrior—on the battlefields of Korea…In 1950, Captain Ken McCoy's report on North Korean hostilities meets with so much bureaucratic displeasure that he is promptly booted out of the Corps—and just as promptly picked up by the fledgling CIA. Soon, his predictions come true: on June 25th the North Koreans invade across the 38th parallel. Immediately veterans scattered throughout military and civilian life are called up, many with only seventy-two hours notice. For these men and their families, names such as Inchon and Pusan will acquire a new, bloody reality—and become their greatest challenge of all…
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Intended for adult readers (18+).
This historical military novel depicts Korean War combat with realistic battlefield violence, casualties, and military language. Families are separated by call-ups, and the consequences of war are shown clearly.
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This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, war, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers interested in military history and the Korean War will appreciate the detailed depiction of Marines in combat.