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The Last Lieutenant: A Foxhole View of the Epic Battle for Iwo Jima | 
 enlarge | Author: John C. Shively
Publisher: NAL Trade
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 564377
Media: Paperback
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Pages: 192
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Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6 x 0.8
ISBN: 0451220706
Dewey Decimal Number: 940.542528
EAN: 9780451220707
ASIN: 0451220706
Publication Date: October 3, 2006
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"Shively has documented in a very readable fashion the transformation of a young Hoosier into a disciplined member of the United States Marine Corps. His book is a detailed and touching tale of one man's experience of the battle of Iwo Jima, and the many excellent photographs and maps enhance the story." —Major General Fred Haynes, USMC (Ret.) The 36-day assault on the small volcanic island known as Iwo Jima resulted in more than 26,000 American casualties, including 6,800 dead. Of the 20,000 Japanese defenders, only 1,083 survived. The Marines' efforts secured what would become a vital emergency landing strip for crippled B-29s returning from bombing runs. Twenty-seven Medals of Honor were awarded to Marines and sailors, many posthumously, more than were awarded for any other single operation during the war. Jim Craig was a platoon commander with the Marines on Iwo Jima. This book presents his story, as told to his nephew, John C. Shively. A particularly vivid and exciting account of some of the most intense fighting of the Pacific War, the immediacy of the story is heightened by the detail that Shively's research has added to Craig's recollections. The result is one of the most realistic depictions of combat ever written.
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 Riveting Account May 14, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
The Last Lieutenant is an epic tribute to a brave man thrust into the hell of Iwo Jima. This book becomes a riveting read as you move from training to battle, to the savagery that is war at its most merciless.
True to its press, this is indeed a "foxhole view" of one of the greatest battles in American history--with a personal twist that will leave you moved to tears.
The research was there, and the writing kept me glued to this book until the end. At times, I felt the need to bury myself in that volcanic ash. This is the sort of book that should be standard reading for junior officers, at the service academies--and by our politicians, who place our best in harm's way.
let me tell you that I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Shively on a trip to Bataan and Corregidor and I must say that his passionate interest in the Pacific War is evident--and led to a terrific depiction of hell on earth: Iwo Jima.
 A LITTLE DIFFERENT March 10, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Actually I enjoyed this book. It's a pretty short read, but not short on content. It doesn't contain as much vivid and gory details as most books on Iwo Jima, but what it does do is to introduce you to a warrior, man, and Uncle. The fact that this is not a first hand account of the battle actually enhances it. The collaboration between the author and his uncle makes a very nice read. I would reccommend this one.
The Last Lieutenant -- an excellent Iwo read February 28, 2007
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I have to agree with all the foregoing reviews -- this book accurately portrays the Marine's bitter battle against determined defenders for that island. I've read nearly a dozen documentary sources of this battle, and learned some personal accounts from my dad, a platoon sargent in the 3rd Marine division. Ironically, he fought next to the airfields and areas where this 2Lt also fought. I'd say the author, though not a veteran of this campaign, got it right. And it's a fast and compelling read. If you know of Iwo, this is another and more personal accounting. Well Done, Mr. Shively, Five stars.
I couldn't put this book down October 20, 2006
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
As with FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS, I found THE LAST LIEUTENANT to be completely riveting. I'm a big fan of military books, and this is as good as it gets.
I'm so glad we have people writing books like THE LAST LIEUTENANT while the heroes who fought historic battles like those on Iwo Jima are still with us.
An absolutely amazing read! October 19, 2006
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This is an amazing story of one man's experience during the battle for Iwo Jima. Jim Craig was a young lieutenant in charge of a platoon of Marines, commanding and protecting his men throughout one of the bloodiest battles in history. Unlike in FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS, this book doesn't waste time on the story of the famous flag-raising episode. That happened a few days into the battle. Jim Craig continued his fight until the end of the month-long campaign, and never had time to notice a small event like a flag-raising. This is the true story of Iwo Jima in all its ugly brutality--this book spares no punches. You'll never look at war the same way again.
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