Semper Fidelis: United States Marines in World War II
20121 seasons6 episodes
Witness their story through the eyes and lenses of Marine combat cameramen in this stunning and unforgettable collection of authentic, historical film footage. From bloody beaches and dense jungles to barren hilltops, follow the Marines into battle and observe the most legendary engagements in Marine Corps history. Experience firsthand the war in the Pacific - tremendous in scale, costly in life, forever imprinted on the minds and hearts of those who were there. Never before had the world seen such heroism and self-sacrifice as was exhibited by Marines in the pivotal battles of World War II - including Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Iwo Jima, Okinawa and many more. Also included are summaries of some of the key events and personalities of the war against Germany in the European theater.
Episodes
Runtime: 57m
Introduction to the founding of the Marine Corps and it's assigned duties from founding until just prior to America's entry in World War II
Runtime: 1h 3m
This episode covers the landings on both Guadalcanal and Savo Island and major engagements on Guadalcanal up to turning over operational command to the Army.
Runtime: 58m
Combat footage and interviews of Marines involved with the battles of Bougainville, Tarawa and Cape Gloucester
Runtime: 55m
Combat footage and interviews with Marines from the battles of Kwajalein, Eniwetok, Saipan, Guam and Tinian.
Runtime: 1h 0m
Combat footage and interviews with Marines from the battles of Peleliu and Iwo Jima
Runtime: 1h 2m
Combat footage and interviews with Marines from the battle of Okinawa.
