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Thought it gave insight on the real battles and especially on my old buddy Cpl. George Amyotte (page 442), who comfirmed the story about him before he passed away about three weeks ago. Another friend, Lt.Col.(Retired) Christopher Houser is now reading it and was impressed when he first scanned it.The book was delivered in like new condition and was of a good value.
Their heroism is both inspirational and instructive, especially when compared to the Army troops on their flanks who broke and ran.Russ tells the complete story, from the overall strategic picture down to individual Marines in foxholes, with a style that reads like a novel. "Breakout" is the definitive account of the Chosin campaign in late 1950 and a "must read" for any student of military history. The encircled Marines faced the worst weather ever faced by American troops and were outnumbered to an extent not seen since The Alamo. It is a page-turner that is very suspenseful as you relive the first-hand accounts of the dire situations that arose day after day until the inspiring conclusion. You can't help but feel enormous pride in these men and what they did.This is a masterpiece that should be required reading.
However, I hesitate to recommend 'Breakout' for the reason I stated. The Marine authors of the other two books, 'Colder Than Hell' and 'The Last Stand of Fox Company' gave respect to the soldiers and showed reverence and pity toward them.
'Breakout' was the first book I read and at the time I thought it was wonderful (apart from having terrible maps). I have now read three books on the Chosin Reservoir campaign.
It is only by the grace of God that the author (and even myself) did not happen to be one of those unfortunate men. I still think it is a great read and a gripping account of the tragedy, especially on the East side of the Chosin where the Army was overwhelmed.
However, now that I have read two more books on the subject (also written by Marines) I feel that the author of 'Breakout' was disrespectful in his treatment of the Army soldiers who were basically sent to their doom by McArthur and Almond. But I will say that 'Breakout' did go into more detail about what actually happened to the Army soldiers.
I feel the best book of the bunch is 'Colder Than Hell' with 'The Last Stand of Fox Company' coming in a not too distant second.
This book is probably one of the most profound books that I have ever read during my 22 years of service while serving as a U. It tells the story of the greatest fight out of the Chosin Reservoir by the United States Marine Corps and attached units. The Marines and the chinese soldiers also looked at each other with high respect which is apparent from the writings within. Marine. I thank them all for their service to this country. What these men endured is nothing short of heroic. S. The defining take away from this book is that the Marines at no time retreated and it was the chinese soldiers who surrendered because of the harsh conditions that they had to endure.
The book is an honest look at combat under the worst conditions imaginable from the perspective of Marines, Sailors, Soldiers, and British Commandos who served in this forgotten place. The brotherhood and sacrifice that was shown is told in such a way that it will leave you wondering long after you finish the book. I recommend this book to anyone who wants a candid look at combat during the Korean War told by the heroes who fought there. "Semper Fidelis"
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