On Wednesday, September 29, Henry Sledge, son of “With the Old Breed” author Eugene Sledge, presented a history of his father’s WWII Marine experience to a full house at the Sylacauga, Alabama public library. To attend one of Henry’s future presentations, stay tuned to this website. To have Henry speak to your audience or organization, contact him via our “About” page.
We are pleased to share the following historical commentary for The Pacific miniseries from our friend Justin Taylan, founder of Pacific Wrecks, and a contributor for MarinesOfThePacific.com.
by Justin Taylan of Pacific Wrecks
This episode covers the Battle of Bloody Ridge (Edson’s Ridge) and the courageous actions of Sgt John Basilone. It ends with the Marines’ departure from Guadalcanal. more . . .
Above: view of Bloody Ridge (Edson’s Ridge) then and now . . .
Listen to an interview with R.V. Burgin on NPR!
In case you missed it, Sid Phillips was recently featured in an article in Parade Magazine. Click here to read this article and others.
Marine R.V. Burgin shares his reasoning for joining the Marines to fight in the Pacific. Click here to see the video interview
