Shadow Warriors: The Untold Stories of American Special Operations During WWII
"This book is written by an author with the uncommon combination of having expertise in the subject matter as well as being a professional historian. The material is exciting and the attention to detail, with many references provided, superb. This book is not a rehash of oft told stories â?? instead Camp brings to life extraordinary accomplishments (emphasizing U.S. Marine Corps personnel) with verve and the understanding of a man who is familiar with what the work was like these otherwise forgotten heroes accomplished in the successful prosecution in many theaters of World War II."-Travel for Aircraft (Seattle Post-Intelligencer Blog)"With more than a dozen finely researched and written military or historical books and myriad magazine articles to his name, the author has acquired a group of dedicated "Camp-followers" who eagerly anticipate his next offering. For those already familiar with his work and new readers who are not, Shadow Warriors will not disappoint. Shadow Warriors is a finely woven historical tome, successfully turning complicated patterns into a smooth design with a truly masterful result." -Proceedings (Naval Institute)"His (Dick Camp) books are renowned for two essential elements: superb storytelling and historical accuracy. Shadow Warriors certainly lives up to that reputation. It's cram packed with excitement and the heroic tales of the lesser known shadow warriors of the Marine Corps." -Leatherneck"Camp's stories keep the reader engaged and interested, with reflections and comments from the leading protagonist and amplifying vignettes expanding on a particular item. This book is an excellent read for anyone interested in Marine special operators in World War II." -Air Power History