Court-Martial at Parris Island: The Ribbon Creek Incident - Hardcover
Recounts the drowning death of six Marine Corps recruits at Parris Island after a forced march, and discusses the role of New York lawyer Emile Zola Berman who defended drill instructor Matthew McKeon against a court martial.
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From the Inside Flap:
"It's hard to imagine a more qualified guide to the Ribbon Creek story. . . . At each point in the narrative, the author carefully explains the military background, legal relevance, and public relations significance of statements, events, and decisions. . . . The effort is so convincing that this work will certainly be the definitive statement on the facts of Ribbon Creek."--Armed Forces and Society
About the Author:
"[A] fascinating look at the episode."--Boston Sunday Herald
John C. Stevens III is now a Massachusetts trial court judge.
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- PublisherG K Hall & Co
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 0783890591
- ISBN 13 9780783890593
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages335
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