Reviews

"Leatherneck Magazine, """September 2005 (circ.: 95,000)
"A powerfully written history ... Eric Hammel has demonstrated again his genius for bringing the past to life in language that is both understandable and digestible. He accompanies his magnificent prose with many never-before-published photographs of Marines in action during the war. The result is a history masterpiece ... A must-read for future generations of Marines. For those who fought the battles, endured the suffering and paid the price, this book is a tribute to their honor, glory and steadfast devotion to duty."

"Proceedings/U.S. Naval Institute, " April 2006"Eric Hammel has assembled a remarkable collection of combat and training photos. They truly compose a moving tribute to the Marines - mostly young men and boys - who fought in World War II."




"Marine Corps Gazette, "September 2005 (circ.: 30,000)
"A new work by noted historian Eric Hammel ... [His] expertise comes through in "Pacific Warriors" via a surprisingly detailed narrative ... The text is bracketed by 300 high-quality photographs, many of which are published for the first time ... "Pacific Warriors "is worthy of the legacy that it seeks to honor. Eric Hammel's polished perspective as a military historian is both appropriate and timely. Poignantly written and illustrated, Marines will not be disappointed with his work."

"Proceedings/U.S. Naval Institute," April 2006
"Eric Hammel has assembled a remarkable collection of combat and training photos. They truly compose a moving tribute to the Marines - mostly young men and boys - who fought in World War II."

"Leatherneck Magazine, "" "September 2005 (circ.: 95,000)
"A powerfully written history ... Eric Hammel has demonstrated again his genius for bringing the past to life in language that is both understandable and digestible. He accompanies his magnificent prose with many never-before-published photographs of Marines in action during the war. The result is a history masterpiece ... A must-read for future generations of Marines. For those who fought the battles, endured the suffering and paid the price, this book is a tribute to their honor, glory and steadfast devotion to duty."

"Proceedings/U.S. Naval Institute," April 2006 (circ.: 100,000)
"Eric Hammel has assembled a remarkable collection of combat and training photos. They truly compose a moving tribute to the Marines - mostly young men and boys - who fought in World War II."