Sergeant Major, U.S. Marines: The Biogrgaphy of Sergeant Major Maurice J. Jacques, USMC - Softcover

Major Bruce H. Norton; Sergeant Major Maurice J. Jacques

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0804110301 ISBN 13: 9780804110303

Publisher: Ballantine Books, 1995

Synopsis

COMBAT AND DEATH, SACRIFICE AND HONOR
Maurice Jacques served for thirty years with the U.S. Marine Corps, nearly six of them in combat. An accomplished infantryman, parachutist, recon patroller, marksman, combat swimmer, and record-setting drill instructor, Jacques personifies the hard-fought, hard-won legacy of the Marines.
Now, with the help of Bruce Norton, he recounts the lessons learned in blood and the courage tested under fire--from the razor-backed hills and icy cold of Korea to the steamy, VietCong-infested jungles of 'Nam. In this tough, hard-charging narrative, he reveals the emotion and chaos of close combat and the sacrifice and valor that have made the Marines legendary around the world.
During his long, colorful career, Jacques held the position of regimental sergeant major in three different commands and was awarded two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. Maurice Jacques is a true warrior, unique as the Marines are unique, expected to train harder, fight harder, sacrifice more--and proud to be part of the pain, the pride, and the triumph that is USMC.
"A must read! The story of a true warrior with close to 50 months of combat."
--Lt. Col. Oliver North, USMC (Ret.)

About this edition

• Publisher: Ballantine Books
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0804110301
• ISBN 13: 9780804110303
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 480