Merrill’s Marauders
Merrill’s Marauders by Edward M. Young, published by Bloomsbury USA on October 20, 2009, is an illustrated account that delves into the history of one of the most renowned American Army infantry units during World War II. This 64-page book presents a detailed exploration of the Marauders, who were the first to engage in the China-Burma-India theater. The narrative highlights their hard-fought battles against a determined enemy and the challenges posed by difficult terrain and a lack of support from higher command.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the creation, training, and combat experiences of Merrill’s Marauders, emphasizing their tenacity and resilience. The book details the unit’s operations behind enemy lines, where they faced extreme adversity and ultimately suffered significant casualties. Young’s work sheds light on the courageous actions of the Marauders, who were honored with Bronze Stars for gallantry, making this a significant contribution to the history of World War II and military conflicts.
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Merrill’s Marauders were the first American Army infantry unit to fight in the China-Burma-India theater, and one of the most renowned units to come out of World War II (1939-1945). The Marauders established a lasting reputation for hard fighting and tenacity in the face of adversity, combating a determined enemy, some of the most difficult and disease-ridden terrain in the world, and a seemingly indifferent higher command. Pushed beyond the limit of their endurance, at the end of nearly six months of operations behind Japanese lines, the remaining Marauders were withdrawn from combat after suffering over 90% casualties. Because of its courageous actions, the unit received the very rare honor of having every member presented with a Bronze Star for gallantry. This book explores the creation, training and combat experiences of the Marauders, one of the most famous units in the US Army’s roll of honor.
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