Closing In: Marines in the Seizure of Iwo Jima

By Joseph H. Alexander

Book Overview

"Closing In: Marines in the Seizure of Iwo Jima" by Joseph H. Alexander delivers a gripping account of one of the most brutal battles of World War II. This meticulously researched historical text plunges the reader into the heart of the Pacific Theater, focusing on the U.S. Marine Corps' harrowing campaign to capture the strategic island of Iwo Jima.

Explore the details of this pivotal clash as American forces fought relentlessly against a fiercely entrenched Japanese army. Alexander's narrative details the island hopping strategy employed during the war. Experience the intensity and the human cost of this crucial victory.

A vital contribution to military history and the study of World War II, "Closing In" provides a compelling and insightful look at the Battle of Iwo Jima. It stands as a powerful testament to the courage and sacrifice of the Marines who fought there.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 102339328X
• ISBN13: 9781023393287
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"