Breaking the Bismarcks Barrier, 22 July 1942-1 May 1944: History of United States Naval Operations in World War II, Volume 6 - Paperback

by Estate Of Samuel Eliot Morison (Author)

Breaking the Bismarcks Barrier, 22 July 1942 - 1 May 1944, Volume 6 in the series, examines the drive up from Guadalcanal and New Guinea to the taking of Rabaul and the colossal American victory at the Battle of the Bismarck Sea during the Papuan campaign. This volume also covers the Central Solomons, the Huon Gulf offensive, the invasion of New Georgia, and the Battles of Kula Gulf and Kolombagnara.

Author Biography

Rear Adm. Samuel Eliot Morison wrote many popular and award-winning books on maritime history. He was the recipient of two Pulitzer Prizes, two Bancroft Prizes, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.