Up The Slot: Marines in the Central Solomons by Charles D. Melson
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| Author | Melson, Charles D., 1948- |
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| Title | Up The Slot: Marines in the Central Solomons |
| Series Title | Marines in World War II, Commemorative Series |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Up The Slot: Marines in the Central Solomons" by Major Charles D. Melson is a historical account written in the late 20th century. The book focuses on the operations and experiences of U.S. Marine forces during World War II, specifically in the Central Solomons campaign against Japanese forces. It provides detailed insights into military strategies, troop movements, and the challenges faced during this critical juncture in the Pacific Theater. The opening of the account sets the stage for Operation Watchtower, introducing the broader context of the Solomons campaign and the Allied efforts to capture key locations such as the Munda airfield. Melson outlines the strategic importance of these operations and the preparations involved, detailing the composition of forces including various Marine and Army units. The challenges posed by the terrain, climate, and well-fortified Japanese defenses are emphasized, as well as the significance of air support and reconnaissance in shaping the early phases of the campaign. This section serves as a foundation for understanding the complex military operations undertaken by the Marines in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D731: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War II (1939-1945) |
| Subject | United States. Marine Corps -- History -- World War, 1939-1945 |
| Subject | World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- Solomon Islands |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48936 |
| Release Date | May 12, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 106 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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