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The autobiography provides a firsthand account of Smedley Butler, a legendary figure in the U.S. Marine Corps and the most decorated Marine at the time of his death in 1940. Joining at 16, Butler recounts his experiences in pivotal conflicts across Cuba, the Philippines, and Europe, among others, including the Spanish-American War and World War I. His candid narrative, aided by Lowell Thomas, offers valuable insights into the Marine Corps' early history, making it a significant read for military enthusiasts and biographers alike.
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Old Gimlet Eye, Lowell Thomas
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- Old Gimlet Eye
- Subtitle
- The Adventures of Smedley D. Butler
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lowell Thomas
- Publisher
- Lulu.com
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 206
- ISBN13
- 9781387724543
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The autobiography provides a firsthand account of Smedley Butler, a legendary figure in the U.S. Marine Corps and the most decorated Marine at the time of his death in 1940. Joining at 16, Butler recounts his experiences in pivotal conflicts across Cuba, the Philippines, and Europe, among others, including the Spanish-American War and World War I. His candid narrative, aided by Lowell Thomas, offers valuable insights into the Marine Corps' early history, making it a significant read for military enthusiasts and biographers alike.