US ARMY IN KOREA 1950 - 1953 KOREAN WAR 4 Vol Set CMH 8-1 to 8-4 Free USA MAIL

Description: Offered by Over The Blue Horizon is a MINT and COMPLETE four-volume set of “THE UNITED STATES ARMY IN KOREA”, an invaluable reference work that is recognized as absolutely indispensable in understanding the role of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. The Korean War was the first major armed clash between Free World and Communist forces, as the so-called Cold War turned hot from 1950 to 1953. More than a half century has passed since the end of the conflict, yet the lessons about military preparedness, global strategy, coalition warfare, and the courage and perseverance of the individual soldier still resonate strong. Today the Korean peninsula remains divided, with a militarily strong, economically weak, and unpredictable North Korea posing a continued threat and challenge to the global strategic environment. This four volume set was written by the United States Army’s Center of Military History (CMH) as CMH Publications 20-1 through 20-4; a short summary of each of the volumes is as follows: CMH Publication, 20-1, “POLICY AND DIRECTION: THE FIRST YEAR” by James F. Schabel, provides a detailed examination of the major policy decisions and planning actions in Washington and Tokyo through June 1951. A broad outline of combat operations is included to orient the reader. CMH Publication 20-2, “SOUTH TO THE NAKTONG, NORTH TO THE YALU” by Roy E. Appleman, covers the period from June to November 1950 and addresses the first five months of the Korean War, describing the withdrawal to the Pusan perimeter, MacArthur's landing at Inchon and drive northward that crushed the North Koreans, and the stiffening of enemy resistance as the United Nations forces neared the Manchurian border. CMH Publication 20-3, “EBB AND FLOW: NOVEMBER 1950 – JULY 1951” by Billy C. Mossman, records an important chapter in the Korean War when battle lines did indeed ebb and flow in pronounced surges. It begins with the last weeks of the pell-mell rush of United Nations forces to the Chinese border and goes on to chronicle in great detail the test of American military leadership and resources posed by the taxing retreat of the Eighth Army and X Corps across the frozen wastes of North Korea. The author highlights the limitations imposed by terrain and weather on the fighting capabilities of an American army facing surprise attack from a large disciplined enemy. In addition, the operations he describes in such careful detail vivify the principles of war for those with an interest in studying the profession of arms. CMH Publication 20-4, “TRUCE TENT AND FIGHTING FRONT” by Walter G. Hermes chronicles the intricate and frustrating truce negotiations between the UN forces and the Chinese Communists that continued from July 1951 until July 1953, of the bitter hill fighting that continued during those negotiations, and of the large-scale prisoner riots at Koje-do. All volumes are 7 x 10 inch hardcovers ranging from 443 to 813 pages and as noted earlier, are MINT and BRAND NEW. Note that these are NOT inferior commercial ‘print on demand’ paperback reprints but the ‘REAL DEAL', hardcovers printed by the United States Army and often found on the bookshelves of our senior military leaders. Their authoritative text is complemented by period photographs as well as superbly executed maps. This handsome set will look great in on your bookshelf and will undoubtedly boost your perceived IQ by at least 10 points! This is a heavy set of books (17 lbs) so they will be shipped by United States Postal Service (USPS) MEDIA MAIL shipping to USA buyers at our expense; foreign buyers are not eligible for this service. eBay charges sales tax for certain states; Over the Blue Horizon charges Hawaii residents state general excise tax. Your purchase will be carefully wrapped to ensure that it arrives in the same condition as described in the eBay listing, and if you are not happy with your purchase for whatever reason, we will work something out -- your satisfaction is GUARANTEED. Regardless of where you are in the world, buy with confidence from a well-established eBay merchant with a sterling reputation and an exceptionally high customer satisfaction rate – check out our feedback!

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