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Hill 488
Hill 488
Author: Ray Hildreth, Charles W. Sasser
On June 13, 1966, men of the 1st Recon Battalion, 1st Marine Division were stationed on Hill 488. Before the week was over, they would fight the battle that would make them the most highly decorated small unit in the entire history of the U.S. military, winning a Congressional Medal of Honor, four Navy Crosses, thirteen Silver Stars, and eightee...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9781494562144
ISBN-10: 1494562146
Publication Date: 4/29/2015
Edition: MP3 - Unabridged CD
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bdog59 avatar reviewed Hill 488 on + 34 more book reviews
I really enjoyed this book. Very well written it gives you a lot info on vietnam. Excellent storyline.
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An excellent presentation of raw heroism, the bonds of comradeship, self-sacrifice, and the dedication of U.S. marines to country, Corps, and their ideals.

This is a marvelous read which should have been presented to the American public long before this book was published but for media political bias.

If you are interested in what the U.S. Marines are, read this.
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This is the best account of a battle in Vietnam that I've ever read, and I've read numerous books on the subject. It is extremely intense and descriptive.


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