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Gilbert and Gilbert. The U.S. Marines earned their "first to fight" ethos during the World War I, displaying what would come to be their signature toughness and determination during the Battle for Belleau Wood. This thoroughly researched volume tracks the entire history of the Marines during the Great War, from training to the trenches. Readers will also be treated to an examination of various legendary battles in France and their subsequent occupation duties in the Rhineland at war's end. 64 pages, illustrated, 7¼"x 9¾", softcover.