Posts Tagged ‘The Pacific’

The Pacific miniseries historical commentary

Friday, March 26th, 2010

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.

The Pacific – Part 2

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 . . .

Bloody Ridge Then and Now

Above: view of Bloody Ridge (Edson’s Ridge) then and now . . .

The “real” Robert Leckie as remembered by fellow Marine Sid Phillips

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

Marine Sid Phillips reflects on fellow H-Company machine gunner Robert Leckie. Both men are depicted in the mini-series The Pacific.

The “real” John Basilone as remembered by Marine Sid Phillips

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

Marine Sid Phillips reflects on fellow 1st Marine Division member “Manila” John Basilone and his Medal of Honor ceremony in Melbourne, Australia. Both men are depicted in the mini-series The Pacific.