Shots Fired in Anger by John B. George

Shots Fired in Anger Reviews

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  JOHNCANSHOOT

  This is a ROLLS ROYCE of a book! Leather binding, up scale paper, special binding, a true special edition.
  
  This particular book was just as advertised in new condition.
  
  For what it is this book is underpriced, my opinion!
  
  This version is of the COL George's book is only about his experience in the Pacific war.
  
  I have never been sorry I bought this fabulous book BUT I did have to also buy the later version of this book that included COL George's experience in the CHINA/BURMA/INDIA theater of WWII.
  
  The seller did an excellent job Thank You!
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  Eagle Customer. Otto H. Achenbach

  I would imagine the 2nd lieutenant after putting this out to the public probable lost some promotion time because of his damn the torpedoes full steam ahead writing. For me, very interesting, too the point and having served in the 9th Infantry in Vietnam proof positive about having politicians run the war. His stories were interesting and this is very good. I salute you sir.
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  Kindle Customer

  Enjoyed the read and the insight into both US and Japanese tactics in the pacific the description of the various weapons and their characterstics though detailed gave you afeel for the difference between both armies weaponry and their use in the field.
  The detail the author went into of the Japanese tactics equipment etc.gave me a better insight into the Japanese soldier and his shortcomings and his obivious excellent qualities as a soldier in adverse conditions.
  Also the in depth look into the qualities of US soldiers and Officers training ,tactics & attitude to the war and its method of waging it against a determined and resourceful enemy.
  Overall a enjoyable read though some may find the detailed discription of weaponry,tactics, etc a tad tedious to the non military mind I particulary liked the sketches which gave you a feel for the soldiers and weaponry in the campaign.
  Not everyones cup of tea but a good insight to a historian or military student.
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  Barry E. Sheridan

  The author devotes part one of the book to documenting his experiences in the US army fighting on the island of Guadalcanal. Following is an interesting look at Japanese weaponry, including comparisons with American equipment. This includes in depth descriptions of design and the efficacy in use of these guns and other weapons.
  
  This examination is done objectively by someone who knows what he is talking about. The opinions gaining weight because the Japanese soldier and his equipment is dealt with fairly, instead of being portrayed as sub human.
  
  A good read, especially the first part. The second tends to highly technical, and although superbly written, it is not always easy for the ordinary individual to follow. Despite the reservation it is a worthy read.
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  Andy G.

  This book is in three parts, early shooting career and US Army training, deployment, waiting and fighting and the last third is a detailed analysis and breakdown of both US and Japanese weapons used. The third part is interesting but has some highly technical explanations of small arms used, this would appeal to shooting fans and those with a better knowledge than me of infantry weapons. The first two parts are a good read, the third bogged down occasionally with highly technical descriptions that lost me from time to time. However the general descriptions were helpful. A good read overall
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  Peter Hughes

  The first part of this book superbly interesting, documenting the trials of the American soldier on Guadalcanal.
  Unfortunately the detailed evaluation of the weapons used is as dry as dust. I appreciate the author ( a member of the American NRA at the time) has a vested interest but in today's abuse of weapons in America it seems somewhat irrelevant.
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  Kindle Customer

  The last third of the book seems to be just about Japanese weaponry. To the most minute detail. You end up glazing over and skipping it. Not sure if i'll bother finishing it.