Ghosts of the Battlefield Articles

With Luck and Determination: USS Marblehead and the Battle of Makassar Straight

The fourth wave of seven bombers proved more damaging. At least two bombs scored direct hits on Marblehead, with a third exploding near her port bow, causing severe underwater damage and actually bending it.

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USS Shaw, A Ship Destroyed at Pearl Harbor Returns from the Grave

At approximately 9:25 AM, three bombs struck the destroyer’s forward section, igniting massive fires that spread rapidly through the ship.

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The Boots Walked All The Way to Vietnam

The Vietnam tour left a lasting impression on Nancy Sinatra. The proximity to danger, coupled with the profound bravery and resilience of the troops, had a profound impact on the rest of her life.

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"The Battle for Hill 63: A Costly Victory in Quang Tin Province"

As American troops began climbing Hill 63 at 7:00 AM, they were met with fierce resistance from well-concealed NVA positions

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The Donut Dollies of Vietnam, The Saga of the American Red Cross Girls In Country

The Donut Dollies of Vietnam left a lasting legacy, and their stories continue to be remembered as part of the broader narrative of the Vietnam War. Their dedication to providing a sense of normalcy, entertainment, and comfort to soldiers in the midst of

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Over the Seawall with the US Marines. Bloody Tarawa

"They had to wade ashore, unprotected, waist-deep, for hundreds of yards, under fire from Japanese rifles, machine guns, and mortars. No man who waded ashore that morning will ever forget it." - Robert Sherrod

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The Tragedy of the USS Juneau Sinking

The sinking of the Juneau was undeniably one of the tragedies of World War II, but the aftermath—the failure to properly search for and rescue survivors—stands as one of the greatest tragedies of the war.