Dauntless Marine: Joseph Sailer, Jr., Dive-Bombing Ace of Guadalcanal [Illustrated] [Hardcover]

Alexander S. White (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

. . . Maj Sailer’s nephew has done himself proud in this final tribute. -- Leatherneck, December 1996

. . . fascinating biography of a man whose short life is inspiring and played a significant role in the war . . . . -- Naval History, September/October 1996

It’s unfortunate that this ace dive-bomber pilot’s story has apparently been lost to succeeding generations . . . until now. -- Marine Corps Gazette, August 1997

About the Author

Alexander White is an attorney who lives in Northern Virginia and the nephew of the subject of the book, Major Joseph Sailer Jr. Mr. White used his family's archives of information about Major Sailer and did additional research, including interviewing surviving veterans of the Guadalcanal campaign who served with Major Sailer, to write the life story of his uncle.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 173 pages
• Publisher: Pacifica Pr (March 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0935553215
• ISBN-13: 978-0935553215
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,356,211 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Aviation enthusiasts will enjoy it, November 19, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Dauntless Marine: Joseph Sailer Jr., Dive-Bombing Ace of Guadalcanal (Hardcover)

I purchased Dauntless Marine out of curiosity since my father was a member of VMSB 133 - another USMC scout bombing squadron in WWII. I really enjoyed the book. Dauntless Marine is an interesting account of U.S. Marine Corp. action in America's first major offensive against Japan in World War II. It also provides a fascinating look at the dangerous tactic of dive bombing - a lost "art" so to speak - and the nature of a dedicated and skillful pilot. It should appeal to those interested in military history, WWII, and aviation.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The music is heard at last for an unsung hero!, February 14, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Dauntless Marine: Joseph Sailer Jr., Dive-Bombing Ace of Guadalcanal (Hardcover)

A meticulously researched tribute to a loved one lost. Alexander White undertakes to tell the story of his late uncle: Navy Cross winner, Joseph Sailer Jr. "Dauntless Marine" is the story of an American hero's life and death. The book takes the reader from a survey of Sailer's Philadelphia roots, through his academic and career accomplishments (including a top secret mission to the UK) before finally landing at the far flung shores of Guadalcanal. Anecdotal gems are liberally spread throughout the text. Dauntless Marine is an American story through and through and a testament of one man's courage and devotion to duty. Be sure to check out more World War II aviation reviews at "The WWII Aviation Booklist": http://www.ampsc.com/~prophet/booklist.htm