Marine Recon 1940-90 (Elite) [Paperback]

Charles Melson (Author), Paul Hannon (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Elite | Publication Date: September 12, 1994

In 1976 Maj. James Capers Jr. welcomed new men and their families into a force reconnaissance company. 'Only the most capable Marines are selected for this duty due to rigid mental and physical demands. A very thorough screening of each applicant is conducted … to test alertness and endurance. The result is a small elite unit with highly qualified Marines who are considered the best in the world'. Ex-Marine Charles D Melson examines the history, equipment and insignia of the Marine's amphibious and ground long-range patrol reconnaissance specialists in this volume which contains a wealth of photographs and 12 full page colour plates by Paul Hannon.

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From the Publisher

An unrivalled illustrated reference source on fighting men and commanders, past and present. Each volume is packed with full colour artwork, making military history uniquely accessible to enthusiasts of all ages.

About the Author

Charles Melson joined the Marines in 1967. Among other conflicts, his service included the war in Vietnam. From 1986, he was a writer with the Marine Corps Historical Centre and a working member of the Marine Corps Uniform Board. His work for Osprey includes Elite 43: Vietnam Marines 1865-73 and Warroir 23: US Marine in Vietnam 1965-73.

Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (September 12, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1855323915
• ISBN-13: 978-1855323919
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 0.2 x 9.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #901,949 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

CHARLES D. MELSON: "Chuck" Melson is the Chief Historian for the U.S. Marine Corps, currently with the Marine Corps University at Quantico, Virginia. He served as a joint historian with the U.S. Special Operations Command and the U.S. Central Command. Chuck is the author, co-author, or editor of volumes in the official series U.S. Marine Operations in Vietnam, U.S. Marines in the Persian Gulf, and U.S. Marines in the Global War on Terrorism as well as other published monographs, articles, and reviews. He has also been a history lecturer, museum director, consultant, and military officer. His education includes degrees in Liberal Arts from St. John's College, Annapolis, Maryland and in History and Fine Arts from Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, California. His is married with two children and lives on Kent Island in Maryland.