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The topic of men in combat and their memory is the subject of much debate, as one can see even in the current election. There are many different opinions about the validity of "war stories" and much research is being done on this fascinating subject. However, what seems clear from research that is being done is that war stories are valid, and that time does not alter memories etched during such a terrifying time as battle.

On the other hand, one must also remember that battle is a very individual, perhaps private event; men become very aware but only of their immediate surroundings. Some have said a five yard swath around themselves represents their war. The WWII Marine, especially the rifleman, had very little idea of battle strategy or the tactics employed. For fighting men, time may add details and perspective, (Also, not necessarily a bad thing) but the memories of what happened to them most often remains as clear fifty years after the event as they were fifty minutes after an engagement. Consequently, stories will vary from men who fought at the same place, and perhaps even a detail will be forgotten or missed, yet what one most often finds is that the differences are in perception and the similarities are far more apparent. The presented recollections, sea stories, "marines' tales" are their legacy and our history. Enjoy.


   

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