The big Yankee : the life of Carlson of the raiders / / by Michael Blankfort

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910158762703321
• Autore: Blankfort Michael <1907-1982, >
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: [Potomac, Maryland] : , : Pickle Partners publishing, , [2015]; ©2015
• ISBN: 9781786255754; 1786255758
• Edizione: [1st ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (365 pages)
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Nota di contenuto: Intro -- TABLE OF CONTENTS -- DEDICATION -- Illustrations -- Part One -- 1-Prologue -- 2-Prepared...for defeats -- 3-Seven faces -- 4-"Who the hell was Carlson?" -- 5-Of dreams and plans -- 6-"The Star-Spangled Banner"...at three o'clock in the afternoon -- 7-"That day in China..." -- 8-"It was never finished" -- 9-By touch and feel -- 10-"...the softness of Americans..." -- 11-Clenched tightly in a Japanese fist -- 12-"The spiritual low point" -- 13-Who followed my father...? -- 14-At school the day before Thanksgiving -- 15-Who is this man? -- Part Two -- 1-The horn of God -- 2-"Good marks for lightning" -- 3-All of his best friends... -- 4-His foot in his hand -- 5-Winding through corridors -- 6-"I've neglected you" -- 7-On the map of California -- 8-"I shall go up!" -- Part Three -- 1-The shores of an idea -- 2-Beyond the seas -- 3-That bloody Shanghai night -- 4-Men who are loyal and incorruptible -- 5-An eagerness for battle -- 6-High-toned bull sessions -- 7-"B for my work" -- Part Four -- 1 - Red poppy -- 2 - A patch of America on a dead city -- 3 - Among the heathen -- 4 - "Silent Night" -- 5 - If a man has only legs -- 6-Before I die -- 7-John did baptize... -- 8 - The growing guilt -- 9 - "You'll starve to death!" -- 10-Salt-and-pepper tweed -- 11-The shadow of his home -- 12-Jen jen wei wo, wo wei jen jen -- 13-"This is no drill" -- Part Five -- 1-The Raiders tell their story -- 2-"Throw away your boots and knives..." -- 3-Men under stress -- 4-"My mission is still not completed" -- 5-; "Gon-Hoe" -- 6-December distaste -- 7-"Who is this man?" we asked -- Appendices -- 1-Address -- 2-Speech -- 3-Commendation -- Acknowledgments.
• Sommario/riassunto: The book "The Big Yankee: The Life of Carlson of the Raiders" by Michael Blankfort is a detailed biography of Evans Carlson, a notable figure in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. It explores his life and military career, particularly focusing on his leadership of the Second Raider Battalion and the successful raid on Makin Island. Carlson's blend of military strategy and deep concern for social issues is highlighted, reflecting his unique approach to leadership and warfare. The book delves into his personal development, influences, and the diverse range of individuals he interacted with, from political figures to ordinary citizens. It aims to provide insight into Carlson's character, motivations, and the impact of his actions during a pivotal time in history. The intended audience includes military historians, World War II enthusiasts, and readers interested in leadership and military strategy.