{"title":"Jim Moran","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of Jim Moran's works, an authoritative voice in the realm of military history. With keen attention to detail and a passion for storytelling, Jim Moran encapsulates pivotal moments in history, making them accessible to both enthusiasts and newcomers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJim Moran is particularly renowned for his insightful exploration of critical events during World War II. One of his standout works, \u003cem\u003eWake Island 1941\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the dramatic defence of Wake Island, painting a vivid picture of courage and resilience amid adversity. This book, among others, provides a deep dive into the intricacies of military strategy and the human stories behind these significant historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection covers various other key topics in military history, each piece meticulously researched and compellingly written. Whether you're a history aficionado or looking to broaden your understanding of military events that have shaped our world, Jim Moran's works offer an engaging and educational experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wake-island-1941-by-jim-moran-9781849086035","title":"Wake Island 1941","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn illustrated examination of the daring last stand by a collection of marines, sailors, and other service personnel on Wake Island in World War II - one of the legendary stories of American military history.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the same day that the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor, they also launched air attacks on Wake Island, an American marine and naval base in the Pacific. Three days later, a Japanese invasion force stormed the island but were bloodily repulsed by the scratch force of marines, sailors, and even service personnel who defended it. Despite US attempts to relieve the island, the Japanese launched a much greater invasion a few weeks later and, despite gallant resistance, eventually caused the US Forces to surrender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWake Island 1941\u003c\/em\u003e tells the complete story of the vicious fighting on Wake Island, featuring full-colour maps and archive photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46852442423532,"sku":"9781849086035","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9502013482846.jpg?v=1759152453"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jim-moran.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}