B-29s Over Japan, 1944-1945 - A Group Commander's Diary - Softcover

Harris Jr., Samuel Russ

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9780786462971: B-29s Over Japan, 1944-1945 - A Group Commander's Diary
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0786462973 ISBN 13: 9780786462971
Publisher: McFarland, 2011

Synopsis

This diary focuses intensely on Col. Samuel Russ Harris' life within his own 499th Bomb Group and his relationship with the 73rd Bomb Wing's operations. The first section of the book is an intimate portrait of war. To provide a context of the B-29 war against Japan, the second half of the text details how the 73rd Bomb Wing was engaged in the war against Japan. Together, the two parts provide a well-rounded portrait of America--and one American--at war.

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About the Author

Col. Samuel Russ Harris, Jr., served as commander of one of the first B-29 Heavy Bombardment Groups to reach the Marinas Islands in 1944. For his courageous service, he received 11 awards, including the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Legion of Merit award and the National Defense Service Medal.

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Publisher
McFarland
Publication date
2011
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0786462973
ISBN 13 
9780786462971
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
267
Rating
  • 3.38 out of 5 stars
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