Bullets and Barbed Wire

<p><em>A thoughtful and gripping account of the beginnings of the War in the Pacific.</em> – Reviewer</p><p> </p><p><strong>Discover a newfound appreciation for the war in the Pacific.</strong></p><p> </p><p>From the shores of Cape Gloucester to the quiet atolls and islands of the Solomon Sea the Second World War left a profound mark on this sheltered corner of the globe which would be felt for decades to come. Caught in the center of a vicious struggle between two superpowers these islands would form an unconventional battleground for the US Marines and the Japanese Navy.</p><p> </p><p>This book offers you a new look at the WWII Pacific Theater providing an enlightening glimpse into the battles and campaigns during the Allied offensive. With a breakdown of three significant US campaigns:</p><ul><li>Operation Watchtower a riveting exploration of the spark that set off the Allied offensive in the Pacific islands detailing the gruelling struggle for the island of Guadalcanal and its vital strategic position</li><li>Operation Galvanic an incredible account of the battle for the Tarawa Atoll and base that would give them a stepping stone into the heart of Japanese-controlled waters</li><li>And Operation Backhander which offers a gripping retelling of the war for Cape Gloucester New Guinea and the Bismarck Sea</li></ul><p>Each of these momentous operations are fascinating feats of strategy planning and bravery handing the Allies what would eventually become a victory over the Pacific Theater and an end to Imperialist Japanese expansion. This brilliant book sheds light on this often-overlooked facet of WWII providing students history fans and World War II buffs alike with a captivating breakdown of history and combat that defined the beginning of the US offensive in the Pacific.</p>