One American: Unforgettable Firsthand Account of the Pacific War's Greatest Battle

One American is an unforgettable firsthand account of the Pacific War's greatest battle, the Battle of Guadalcanal. Written by Richard Tregaskis, a war correspondent who was embedded with the Marines, the book provides a gripping and immersive account of the fighting, the sacrifices, and the ultimate victory.

82 Days on Okinawa: One American's Unforgettable Firsthand Account of the Pacific War's Greatest Battle

by Robert L. Wise

4.5 out of 5

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Tregaskis was with the Marines from the beginning of the battle, landing on Guadalcanal with them on August 7, 1942. He stayed with them through the bloody fighting that followed, witnessing the horrors of war firsthand. He saw men killed and wounded, and he saw the courage and determination of the Marines who fought against overwhelming odds.

One American is not just a story of war and fighting. It is also a story of the men who fought in the battle, the men who gave their lives, and the men who survived. Tregaskis tells the stories of these men with compassion and understanding, and he helps us to see the human face of war.

One American is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Pacific War and the Battle of Guadalcanal. It is a powerful and moving account of one of the most important battles in American history.

Praise for One American

"One American is a classic of war reporting, a gripping and unforgettable account of the Battle of Guadalcanal. Tregaskis's writing is vivid and immediate, and he brings the reader into the heart of the fighting. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Pacific War." - John Keegan, author of The Second World War

"One American is a masterpiece of war reporting. Tregaskis's writing is clear, concise, and powerful, and he brings the reader into the heart of the fighting. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Pacific War." - Richard B. Frank, author of Guadalcanal: The Definitive Account of the Landmark Battle

"One American is a powerful and moving account of the Battle of Guadalcanal. Tregaskis's writing is vivid and immediate, and he brings the reader into the heart of the fighting. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Pacific War." - Antony Beevor, author of The Second World War

About the Author

Richard Tregaskis (1916-1973) was an American war correspondent and author. He is best known for his coverage of the Pacific War, and his book One American is considered a classic of war reporting.

Tregaskis was born in New York City in 1916. He attended Columbia University, where he studied journalism. After graduating, he worked as a reporter for the New York Herald Tribune.

In 1942, Tregaskis was assigned to cover the Pacific War. He landed on Guadalcanal with the Marines on August 7, 1942, and he stayed with them through the bloody fighting that followed.

Tregaskis's dispatches from Guadalcanal were widely read and praised for their vividness and accuracy. He was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his coverage of the battle.

After the war, Tregaskis continued to write about the Pacific War. He wrote several books, including Guadalcanal Diary (1943) and Invasion of Japan (1945).

Tregaskis died in 1973 at the age of 56.

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82 Days on Okinawa: One American's Unforgettable Firsthand Account of the Pacific War's Greatest Battle

by Robert L. Wise

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8117 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	356 pages

FREE