UNITED STATES NAVY 70th CONSTRUCTION BATTALION - SEABEES
Book Details + Condition: Army and Navy Publishing Co. of Louisiana (Baton Rouge, LA). First Edition, 1945 (nd). Hardcover measuring approximately 12" x 9". 75 pages. Profusely illustrated with photographs. The United States Navy 70th Construction Battalion "cruise book" details the battalion's service during World War II, highlighting its pioneering role as the first Pontoon Battalion, its deployment to the Asiatic-Pacific theater, and its participation in major assault landings at locations such as Iwo Jima and Okinawa. The Seabees' history, activities - including building airfields and constructing pontoons - and contributions to the Allied victory, are detailed.
A very scarce copy with firm binding; light shelf wear to boards; chafed spine ends; interior is clean and free of markings. All books are carefully packed, and shipped in boxes.