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Article: The Ghosts of Iwo Jima.(Book review)
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- Parameters
- Article date:
- June 22, 2007
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The Ghosts of Iwo Jima. By Robert S. Burrell. College Station: Texas A & M University Press, 2006. 262 pages. $29.95. Reviewed by Colonel James R. Oman, Chairman, Department of Command, Leadership, and Management, US Army War College.
The battle of Iwo Jima seems to be enjoying a rebirth of interest among scholars and the American public. This interest is readily apparent by the publication of this fascinating book as well as the handful of other recently released accounts and articles focused on documenting the history of this epic battle. The recent passing of photographer Joe Rosenthal, noted for his photograph of the flag raising on Mount Suribachi, the newly ...