This book tells a powerful story that has never been told before and documents a rare look into a "Pioneer Unit", integrated with an infantry unit in the First Marine Division. Kerry Lane tells the riveting true story of his experiences as a Sergeant while serving with a Marine Pioneer Battalion during the Battle of Guadalcanal and the swamp battle known as "Suicide Creek." With his own battlefield experiences providing an understanding of men in war, he has crafted an interesting book that tells the stories of marine pioneers in battle.

Lt. Col. Kerry Lane
272 pp., over 100 b&w photos. Hardback.