My Pearl Harbor Scrapbook 1941: A Nostalgic Collection of Memories

Taubman, Bess

ISBN 10: 1883443075 / ISBN 13: 9781883443078

Published by MapMania Publishing, 2014

Seller Inventory # 1883443075-3-36617592

Synopsis:

History comes alive in this award-winning WW II scrapbook, bursting with old photos, maps, telegrams, newspaper clippings, hand-written notes and letters! Experience the tragedy of the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack in a completely new way including 5 unique fold-out pages expanding the story.These colorful scrapbook-style pages are jam-packed with stunning visuals and prized nostalgia of the era. Treasured collections of ephemera, pins, buttons, watches and medals from the 1940 s illustrate each page and stir the imagination. Told in bite-sized pieces, this history book is exciting to read for all audiences. My Pearl Harbor Scrapbook 1941. A Nostalgic Collection of Memories is an adventure in learning uncovering the essential details of the Pearl Harbor story. Each overflowing page unravels one of America s greatest tragedies from early Japanese inception and planning, through the deadly attack and its crippling aftermath. Learn what life was like at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii before, during and after the December 7, 1941 attack. "My Pearl Harbor Scrapbook 1941" in its unique style of history-telling invites the reader to re-discover one of America's most tragic days. The Foreword was written by Daniel Martinez, Chief Historian of the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument at Pearl Harbor. Recommended for ages 10 to 110. Remember Pearl Harbor --the prominent battle cry of the 1940 s perpetuating the memory of America s day of infamy compels to be etched into the minds and hearts of every new generation and old. Lest we forget. INSIDE THE BOOK: Front page newspapers of the day fill are filled with War! headlines. The story behind what drove Japan to relentless aggression in Southeast Asia Yamamoto s brilliant scheme to hold off the United States Pacific Fleet from terminating Japan s destiny to rule Southeast Asia The complex Japanese attack and details of the never-used before aircraft carriers that changed the way war was fought in the world 6 scrapbook-style pag

Review: Gorgeously done & a delight to the senses! I highly recommend this book to any World War II enthusiast, if you are a scholar or hobbyist. Even if you think you've read enough books on Pearl Harbor, you'll want this one for the stunning collection of WW2 memorabilia alone. The Best of World War ll"

This is a lovely book inviting exploration of many different aspects of The Day of Infamy. It will excite the interest of young people who are new to the Pearl Harbor story but is packed full of so many stories, pictures & artifacts that will appeal to a much wider audience. World War ll Today"

The design of this scrapbook by Bess Taubman & Edward Cox, Jr. is simply remarkable. Daniel Martinez, Chief Historian, World War ll Valor in the Pacific National Monument at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii"

Bibliographic Details

Title: My Pearl Harbor Scrapbook 1941: A Nostalgic ...
Publisher: MapMania Publishing
Publication Date: 2014
Binding: hardcover
Condition: Good