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Combat Surgeon: On Iwo with the 27th Marines
by James S. Vedder

Book Description: "It is a story of valor throughout, but it is a human story as well, including instances of lost nerve, duty shirking, and tactical errors. Dr. Vedder, who earned the Silver Star for his courageous actions while accompanying his litter-bearers to and from the front lines under fire, delivers a unique account from the vantage points of surgeon, leader, and semi-objective observer." — USNI Proceedings

Paperback: 240 pgs
Dimensions: 8.58 x 5.60"
Publisher: Presidio Pr

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The book was originally published under the title: Surgeon on Iwo.

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