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Mentioned in 15 episodes
With the Old Breed
At Peleliu and Okinawa
Book • 1981
With the Old Breed is a powerful and poignant memoir written by Eugene B. Sledge, detailing his experiences as a Marine during World War II. The book chronicles his time in the 1st Marine Division, specifically with Company K, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, during the brutal battles of Peleliu and Okinawa.
Sledge's account is marked by its simplicity and searing honesty, capturing the intense violence, fear, and camaraderie that defined the lives of soldiers in the Pacific Theater.
He describes the harsh training, the unimaginable carnage, and the psychological impact of constant fear and horror.
The memoir also highlights the brotherhood among the Marines and the struggle to retain humanity amidst the chaos of war.
It is praised for its unvarnished and realistic portrayal of combat, making it a classic in American military history.
Sledge's account is marked by its simplicity and searing honesty, capturing the intense violence, fear, and camaraderie that defined the lives of soldiers in the Pacific Theater.
He describes the harsh training, the unimaginable carnage, and the psychological impact of constant fear and horror.
The memoir also highlights the brotherhood among the Marines and the struggle to retain humanity amidst the chaos of war.
It is praised for its unvarnished and realistic portrayal of combat, making it a classic in American military history.
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Mentioned in 15 episodes
Mentioned by Dan Carlin as one of the best war memoirs of all time, focusing on the battles of Peleliu and Okinawa.
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Show 67 - Supernova in the East VI
Made famous after his death due to his book, it is considered one of the best war memoirs in American history.
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EP33 Sledgehammer and Big Shot
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Jocko Willink when discussing the transition of Marine Corps culture from wartime to peacetime.
Jocko Willink when discussing the transition of Marine Corps culture from wartime to peacetime.
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395: Building a Powerful Culture Around Your Organization. With Leif Babin
Recommended by John Ashbrook and his dad as a resource to learn more about the Pacific theater in World War II.
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These Are the Most American Moments Ever: July 4th with Ruthless
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Jocko Willink when discussing his learning process and the impact of books on his understanding of leadership and tactics.
Jocko Willink when discussing his learning process and the impact of books on his understanding of leadership and tactics.
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137: If You Know The Way Broadly, You Will See It in All Things. With Jiu Jitsu World Champion, Dean Lister.
Mentioned by 
Victor Davis Hanson as one of the most horrific accounts of Okinawa. And that people involved in those battles confirmed everything that was said in the book.
Victor Davis Hanson as one of the most horrific accounts of Okinawa. And that people involved in those battles confirmed everything that was said in the book.
Toughen Up, Buttercup?
Mentioned by Jocko Willink when discussing 
Tom Schueman 's assignment to 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines.
Jocko Willink when discussing Tom Schueman 's assignment to 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines.
350: Someone Must Walk The Point. With Marine Corps Major Tom Shueman
Mentioned by 
Dave Burke as a book that significantly impacted his perspective on leadership and combat.
Dave Burke as a book that significantly impacted his perspective on leadership and combat.
190: How Tolerance Can Be Your Greatest Risk. USMC Tactics Pt.4 w/ Dave Berke
Discussed by Joey Jones as providing insight into experiences of marines on the islands of Guadalcanal.
6/26/25 - The Real Enemy Within: Marxism and Islamism in America
Mentioned by Jocko Willink while discussing the brutality of war and contrasting the portrayal of Eugene Sledge in "The Pacific" with his actual personality.
Jocko Willink while discussing the brutality of war and contrasting the portrayal of Eugene Sledge in "The Pacific" with his actual personality.
262: The Winning Lessons and How to Apply Them, from The Manual, "Fighting On Guadalcanal"
Collin Hansen mentions this book as best literature to come out of WWII.
Summer Reading with Melissa Kruger
Mentioned by a friend of Coleman when he was asking about books that other people in the military might like.
#14 Harry Moffitt, Director of MCTI_Australia & New Zealand Takes the Mic
