Original 1942 They Were Expendable 1st Edition HCDJ W. L. White WW2 WWII w Mylar

Description: Original 1942 They Were Expendable 1st Edition HCDJ W. L. White WW2 WWII w Mylar_____________________________________ They Were Expendableby W.L. WhitePublished by Harcourt, Brace & Co. (1942) Condition:Excellent++ 1st Edition / 3rd Printing Hardcover Book with Dust Jacket from 1942! NO MARKS! Original $2 price on the front DJ flap and a BUY WAR BONDS advert on the back cover! The binding is tight and all 209 pages within are bright white with NO WRITING, UNDERLINING, HIGH-LIGHTING, RIPS, TEARS, BENDS OR FOLDS. The covers look perfect! The dust jacket is in excellent condition but does have some edge wear, as can be seen in my photos. The DJ has been repaired by my library tech as much as possible and is now inside of a Mylar cover to keep this beautiful gem in awesome condition for generations to come. You will be happy with this one! Always handled and packaged with care! Buy with confidence from a seller who takes the time to show you the details and not use just stock photos. Please check out all my pictures and email with any questions! Thanks for looking! About the Book:This historical book is a riveting wartime account based on true events during the early months of World War II in the Philippines. The book highlights the courage and resilience of the U.S. Navy's Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Three as they faced overwhelming odds against Japanese forces. The squadron, led by Lieutenant John Bulkeley and Lieutenant Robert Kelly, became famous for their daring missions using small, agile PT boats to harass and attack larger enemy ships. Though outgunned and often outnumbered, these crews displayed extraordinary bravery as they carried out reconnaissance and rescue operations and disrupted enemy advances. White’s narrative brings readers into the lives of these young sailors who, despite their boats’ limitations and the grim reality of war, repeatedly engaged in dangerous missions. Their boats were designed for fast strikes and shallow waters, but they were used here for full-blown combat, facing powerful Japanese forces. Through White's detailed accounts, readers witness the crew’s camaraderie, the adrenaline-pumping action of PT boat attacks, and the difficult moral choices these men had to make. One of the most notable stories is the squadron's role in the escape of General Douglas MacArthur from Corregidor Island. Under intense enemy threat, Bulkeley’s squadron transported MacArthur and his family, ultimately aiding the general’s successful evacuation to Australia, a feat that became one of the most iconic episodes of the war in the Pacific. The title, *They Were Expendable*, captures the sense of sacrifice and the harsh reality that these men, and their boats, were considered minor assets in a larger strategy. Yet, through their actions, they became symbols of American resilience and determination, earning high honors and leaving a legacy of courage under fire. White’s writing, informed by extensive interviews and firsthand reports, is both factual and deeply human, portraying the fear, hope, and resolve that marked the men’s experiences. *They Were Expendable* remains a classic testament to the heroism of American servicemen and the sacrifices made in the Pacific theater, offering a gritty, firsthand look at one of the most difficult and intense periods of the war. The Movie:The 1945 film 'They Were Expendable', directed by John Ford and starring Robert Montgomery and John Wayne, is a dramatized adaptation of W.L. White's book about the U.S. Navy’s Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Three and their heroic actions in the Philippines during World War II. This war drama portrays the squadron’s efforts to slow Japanese advances, despite being vastly outnumbered and outgunned. As in the book, the film highlights their daring missions, including the dramatic evacuation of General Douglas MacArthur, showcasing both the tactical use of PT boats and the courage of the men who piloted them. The movie captures the resilience of these sailors under extreme pressure, but with Ford’s direction, it also emphasizes the camaraderie and emotional sacrifices made in the face of near-impossible odds. The film was noted for its realistic depiction of war, a reflection of Ford’s commitment to authenticity, which was heightened by his own experiences as a wartime filmmaker. *They Were Expendable* was praised as a somber yet powerful tribute to the uncelebrated heroes of the early Pacific War, cementing itself as a classic in the war film genre. Copyright © 2018-2024 TDM Inc. The photos and text in this listing are copyrighted. I spend lots of time writing up my descriptions and despise it when un-original losers cut and paste my descriptions in as their own. It is against ebay policy and if you are caught, you will be reported to ebay and could be sued for copyright infringement and damages.

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