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Original wraps. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. 4 1/2 X 6 7/8 Inches. v, 16 PP. "The comments contained herein were prepared by Lieutenant Colonel Cornelius P. Van Mess, Marine Corps, based on months of actual combat experience in the Solomon Islands area. The opinions expressed are in agreement with those of other officers serving in the area. This excellent analysis of Japanese characteristics and tactics and of how to combat them is worth of care study by all concerned." - Foreword by T. Holcomb Original 1943 "Restricted" WWII Marine circular detailing the myths of the Jungle Superman and the power of the Japanese soldier over the American. Previously owned and stamped on front cover by Siver Star Recipient John H. Sbordone (MCSN: 0-16255), United States Marine Corps. Sbordone achieved the medal for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Platoon Leader of Company F, Second Battalion, Twenty-fourth Marines, FOURTH Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Saipan, Mariana Islands, from 15 June to 9 July 1944. Original stapled binding clean and tight. Hint of rubbing to covers. OCLC LOCATES "4" COPIES. Quite scarce in commerce.…