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Flags of Our Fathers

Heroes of Iwo Jima

James Bradley and Others
    • 4.4 • 53 Ratings
    • $6.99
    • $6.99

Publisher Description

The New York Times bestselling chronicle of one of the most famous moments in American military history--the raising of the U. S. flag at Iwo Jima during World War II--now adapted for young adults. Read the true story behind the immortal photograph that has come to symbolize the courage and strength of America and its armed forces.

This is a penetrating, epic look at a generation at war, told with keen insight and enormous honesty —also a major motion picture directed by Clint Eastwood. In February 1945, American Marines plunged into the surf at Iwo Jima–and into history. Through a hail of machine-gun and mortar fire, they battled to the island’s highest peak. And there, they raised a flag, signaling a historic step towards the eventual defeat of the Axis powers of World War II. 
 
A powerful account of six very different men--three of which were killed in battle-- who came together in the heroic fight for the Pacific’s most crucial island. It is the story of the difference between truth and myth, the legacy of a hero, and the brutal cost of war.

GENRE
Young Adult
RELEASED
2001
May 8
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
224
Pages
PUBLISHER
Random House Children's Books
SELLER
Penguin Random House LLC
SIZE
9.2
MB

Customer Reviews

Pammeone ,

Heroes

My grandson in law is a 2nd LT in the marines. This book gave me an insight into who the marines are and what they stand for. My father was in WW2 he received the Silver Star for bravery on Feb 22, 1945 in Germany as a part of Patton’s army. This happened the same time as these brave young men stormed on the beaches of Iwo Jima
Heroes…

Adr2012@SDD ,

FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS

This book is very well written and detailed. The author definitely did extensive research and definitely honored the Marines and Sailors that fought for our tomorrow. Strongly recommended to all servicemen and civilians so we can remember the sacrifices a few good men and women of our nation give up for the cause of freedom. Proud to be called United States Marine. Thank you Mr. Bradley

Miamiboy33 ,

Iwo Jima

The movie was fantastic so I am expecting the same for this book!

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