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‘Battle Cry’ traces the journey of a loose-knit band of U.S. Marines at the onset of World War II. Under the guidance of a seasoned veteran sergeant, the men—drawn from urban, rural, and reservation backgrounds—unite and evolve into a formidable fighting unit. The novel follows them through the grueling battles of Guadalcanal and Tarawa, emphasizing the raw experiences of combat, the bonds forged among soldiers, and the stark realities of war without glorification.
First publish date: 1953
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Leon Uris
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