The History of Marines Around the World

Sanexa, Shalini. The History of Marines Around the World. 2014. 144p. ISBN 978-1-62275-148-8. 329.96 HIS on the library shelves.

Fighting on ships and on land, the Marines have always been at the forefront of conflicts. The first units sent in, Marines have a storied past and an equally bright future. The powerful combination of both land and sea tactics make Marines the most versatile fighting unit possessed by a state.

This book provides a concise summary of the history of marines around the world, as well as contemporary situations for today’s modern marine units. Conflicts from the Napoleonic Wars to the Second World War, Korea, the Falklands Islands war, and Grenada. The command structure of marine units is presented, along with the development of amphibious fighting. The roles played by marines and prominent marine officers who have left their mark in the major amphibious battles throughout world history are explored and a summary of the history of the United States Marines is also provided.

Anyone with a fascination for military power will enjoy this quick and succinct read into one of the most powerful military arms a nation can deploy. Other books on the subject that can be enjoyed also include the Modern Weapons Compared and Contrasted series (Aircraft, Armored Fighting Vehicles; Artillery and Missiles; Naval Vessels; and Small Arms) as well as Warships Inside and Out, The History of Navies Around the World, The History of Marines Around the World, and The History of Armies Around the World.