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Black Sheep One: The Life of Gregory "Pappy" Boyington
Paperback
Main Details
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Black Sheep One: The Life of Gregory "Pappy" Boyington
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Bruce D. Gamble
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback | Pages:512 | Dimensions(mm): Height 174,Width 106 |
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Category/Genre | Second world war Transport technology and trades |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780891418016
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Classifications | Dewey:940.548173 |
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Illustrations |
37 photos, 2 maps
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Presidio Press
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Imprint |
Presidio Press
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Publication Date |
1 April 2003 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
The myth of Pappy Boyington and his Black Sheep has long overshadowed their courageous World War II service. This first full biography of the popular historic figure finally sets the record straight without losing site of how colourful Boyington and his men truly were. *The complete and true story of Pappy Boyington and his famous Black Sheep. *Excellent World War II memoir
Author Biography
Brice Gamble is the author of The Black Sheep: The Definitive Account of Marine Fighting Squadron 214 in World War II. A retired naval flight officer, Gamble lives in Hendersonville, North Carolina.
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