Second To None: The Story Of The 305th Infantry In World War II

By Charles O. West

Book Overview

""Second To None: The Story Of The 305th Infantry In World War II"" is a comprehensive account of the 305th Infantry Regiment's involvement in World War II. The book, written by Charles O. West, chronicles the regiment's journey from its formation in 1917 to its deployment to Europe in 1944. The book provides a detailed analysis of the regiment's training, combat experiences, and the challenges they faced during the war. West draws upon a wide range of sources, including official military records, personal accounts, and interviews with veterans, to provide a vivid and compelling narrative of the regiment's experiences.Readers will gain a deep understanding of the 305th Infantry's role in key battles such as the Battle of the Bulge and the liberation of Paris. The book also delves into the personal experiences of individual soldiers, providing a humanizing perspective on the war.Overall, ""Second To None"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of World War II and the experiences of American soldiers on the front lines. It is a fitting tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the men of the 305th Infantry Regiment.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164493868
• ISBN13: 9781164493860
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"