Operation Squarepeg

Name: Operation Squarepeg
Brand: McFarland & Co Inc
SKU: 9780786478385
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The Allied Invasion of the Green Islands, February 1944

By Reg Newell

Summary

Operation Squarepeg by Reg Newell explores a significant World War II campaign focused on the Allied strategy in the Pacific. It delves into the tactical decisions, challenges, and contributions of the troops involved in reclaiming vital territories. The narrative provides an insightful look at the cooperation and conflicts among Allied forces and highlights the innovation and perseverance required to shift the war's momentum.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by military history and enjoy detailed accounts of strategic warfare during World War II. With a focus on lesser-known operations, it provides a deep dive into tactical decisions and the impact on broader military outcomes. It's ideal for readers who appreciate meticulously researched narratives that bring historical military events to life.

Operation Squarepeg

In late January 1944 a force of New Zealand soldiers and Allied specialists undertook a daring, behind the lines reconnaissance of the Japanese-held Green Islands of Papua New Guinea. A memorable but overlooked action of the Pacific War, “Operation Squarepeg” involved a diverse force of Allied sailors, soldiers and airmen that included Charles Lindbergh and future US president Richard Nixon.

Description

In late January 1944, a force of New Zealand soldiers and Allied specialists undertook a daring, behind-the-lines reconnaissance of the Japanese-held Green Islands of Papua New Guinea. The Japanese contested the invasion with air power and inflicted heavy damage on the American cruiser USS St. Louis.

After a successful landing, the New Zealanders pushed inland and encountered fanatical Japanese defenders entrenched in thick jungle.

After the island was secured, Allied engineers, including the famed Seabees, built airfields, roads, and shipping facilities. The seizure of the Green Islands completed the encirclement of the main Japanese base in the South Pacific at Rabaul.

A memorable but overlooked action of the Pacific War, Operation Squarepeg involved a diverse force of Allied sailors, soldiers, and airmen that included Charles Lindbergh and future President of the United States, Richard Milhous Nixon.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780786478385

Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 November 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc

Illustration: 59 photographs, maps, chronology

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 295g

Pages: 221

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Australian & Pacific History Education & Reference History & Military Military History New at Book Hero Non-Fiction Reg Newell

About the Author

Reg Newell has a doctoral degree from Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand (dissertation on New Zealand's Third Division in the Pacific) and continues researching the Pacific War. He lives in Upper Hutt, New Zealand.