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Save:A powerful, no-holds-barred look at the Bataan Death March, this book is tough but important reading - ideal for those who want an honest, in-depth view of WWII’s Pacific theater.
Steven Pressfield's 'The Lion's Gate: On the Front Lines of the Six Day War' offers a unique perspective on the military history of the Six Day War, focusing on the experiences of the soldiers on the ground rather than grand strategies. The book is described as a taut, inspiring, and often heartbreaking look at the war, with a style that is very cinematic and halfway between history and historical fiction. The writing is praised for being meticulous in its research, presenting surprising stories that feel almost too true to be believed.
It is not a comprehensive history of the Six Day War. Entire battles have been left out. Critical contextual material such as the international diplomatic and political state of affairs prior to the w...
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