A comprehensive history of the U.S. Ninth Army, from its formation and organization, through its constituent units and commanders to narrative of the key battles it took part in August 1944-May 1945.
Nathan N. Prefer Books
Nathan N. Prefer is a lifelong student of World War II, whose extensive study of the era informs his military history works. He delves into pivotal campaigns and key figures with meticulous research. Prefer's interest in military history was deepened by his service in the US Marine Corps Reserve. Now retired with graduate degrees in the field, he continues his dedicated examination of military history, focusing on significant aspects of conflict.
In July 1944, the 9,000-man Japanese garrison on the island of Tinian listened warily as the thunder of the United States Navy and Marine Corps, Army and Air Corps, descended on their neighbouring island, Saipan, just three miles away.
The first full history of the longest island campaign of the Pacific War.