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The Things Our Fathers Saw
Matthew A. Rezell
2 mentions · 2 episodes · 1 podcast
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“Army Sergeant John Sider is quoted in Matthew A. Rizel's book, The Things Our Father Saw, and describes one of these caves that they come across.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Saipan military tactics
For: Historians and military enthusiasts
Key quote: “We had this cave, and we had two Japanese Americans, guys from the Hawaiian Islands.”
The host discusses the contrasting tactics of the Marines and the Army during the battle of Saipan, highlighting the complexities of warfare in such environments. The mention of Matthew A. Rezell's book serves to illustrate the tragic consequences of these tactics, particularly in relation to civilian casualties in the caves.
“Marine Corps veteran Tom Jones is quoted in the book The Things Our Fathers saw, and he was at the battle of the Teneru or Alligator Creek or what have you.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: battle of the Teneru
For: History enthusiasts and military scholars
Key quote: “Marine Corps veteran Tom Jones is quoted in the book The Things Our Fathers saw, and he was at the battle of the Teneru or Alligator Creek or what have you.”
The host mentions 'The Things Our Fathers Saw' to provide a firsthand account of the battle of the Teneru from Marine Corps veteran Tom Jones. This reference serves to illustrate the intensity and chaos of the combat experienced during this specific encounter.