9780243575336 - The Quartermaster Corps: Operations in the War Against Japan (Classic Reprint) de Stauffer, Alvin P. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the logistical challenges and triumphs of the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps during the Pacific War of World War II. The narrative focuses on the complex operations involved in supplying American troops fighting the Japanese, particularly in the Southwest Pacific Area. The book explores the Quartermaster Corps' mission, organizational structure, and the establishment of supply bases across the Pacific. It delves into the intricacies of local procurement, the challenges of transporting supplies from the United States, and the difficulties of storage and distribution in a geographically diverse and war-torn region. Readers will gain insights into the critical role of the Quartermaster Corps in supporting combat operations, including the development of specialized supplies and equipment for jungle warfare, the provision of rations, and the implementation of morale-boosting services. The book concludes by highlighting the logistical complexities of victory and the enduring lessons learned from the Quartermaster Corps' experiences in the Pacific War. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.