Twenty-Nine, Let's Go: A History Of The 29th Infantry Division In World War II

Twenty-Nine, Let's Go: A History Of The 29th Infantry Division In World War II by Joseph H. Ewing is a comprehensive account of the 29th Infantry Division's involvement in World War II. The book covers the division's formation, training, and deployment to Europe, where it fought in some of the war's most significant battles, including D-Day and the Battle of the Bulge. Ewing's account is based on extensive research, including interviews with veterans of the 29th Division, official records, and personal correspondence. He provides a detailed chronology of the division's movements and actions throughout the war, as well as insights into the experiences of individual soldiers. The book also explores the challenges faced by the division, including supply shortages, equipment failures, and the difficulties of fighting in unfamiliar terrain. Ewing examines the division's leadership, including the contributions of General Charles H. Gerhardt, and the role of the division in the larger Allied effort to defeat Nazi Germany. Overall, Twenty-Nine, Let's Go is a compelling and informative account of one of the most important American divisions in World War II. It provides a detailed look at the experiences of soldiers on the front lines, as well as the broader political and military context of the war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more