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Edson's Raiders: The 1st Marine Raider Battalion in World War II
Edson's Raiders: The 1st Marine Raider Battalion in World War II
Author: Joseph H. Alexander
Condition: Like New
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Edson's Raiders recounts the story of the 1st Marine Raider Battalion, fashioned under the command of Merritt A. "Red Mike" Edson as a lightly armed, mobile "commando" experiment in the Pacific. From 1942–1943 these volunteers fought seven critical, often desperate engagements in the Solomon Islands—Tulagi, Tasimboko, the Matanikau River and the Dragon's Peninsula among them—clashing with some of the most experienced Japanese jungle fighters and earning lasting renown for actions such as the defense of Guadalcanal's Henderson Field on the ridge forever associated with Edson.
The narrative is driven by an abundance of first‑person accounts—from Edson to hard‑nosed NCOs like Angus Goss, Walter Burak and Anthony Palonis—producing vivid battlefield detail and tactical analysis that will appeal to military‑history enthusiasts. Authored by Joseph H. Alexander, a respected Marine Corps historian and veteran, the book is a focused, authoritative study of small‑unit valor and sacrifice in the Solomons (ISBN 9781557500205).
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Book Condition: Like New
Book Condition: Like New
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New: Fresh Out of Bootcamp
Flawless and untested. This book is in pristine, new condition and ready for its first assignment.
Like New: Light Combat Experience
Almost new and in great shape. It has clearly been read before and is ready to fight again, but it shows very little wear from its time in the field.
Good: A Few Scars or Shell Shock
A reliable veteran. The book might have some bent corners or a dust cover with a few scratches, but it’s still sturdy and standing tall.
Fair: Battle-Hardened
Visible signs of a long campaign. Expect some stains, bent pages, and perhaps some minor tears on the cover. It’s seen the trenches, but the intel inside is still solid.
Poor: Survived Iwo Jima
This one has been through the meat grinder. It carries noticeable damage, heavy staining, or significant wear—but like any old soldier, it would love to be read one last time before it retires.
