"Makin Atoll - little more than sand, trees and a small Japanese Military base. Miller's reconnaissance team landed there almost a week ago. Since then - we've heard nothing. The waiting's over, we're going in. For all we know they're already dead. If what little we know about the Japanese is true, it might be better if they are." I loved this mission in CoD WaW, nice to see the history behind the actual battle
In fairness to The History Guy, the in depth of research going into each episode is phenomenal. Presentation is impeccable and just for pure facts, second to none. Love your work
@Marc Bondura Marc, you're not a very good story teller and seem to be a very unhappy man. Where do you think Wiki got their information? From many different people of course. So no Marc, The History Guy is not plagiarizing even if he does use Wiki as a resource. Grow up and move on.
@Marc Bondura Anyone who cares to can click on any random HG video and see that Marc's a liar. I picked the Hammond Circus Train Wreck. Wiki has a very short entry on it (which includes one grainy photo) in which they state the accident occurred in what is now Gary, In. THG posted an 11 minute video on the subject (including several photos of the wreck, but not the one from wiki) in which he never mentioned that fact. The other one was the Great Cranberry Scare of 1959, since the link is right next to the comment I'm typing. Wiki has no entry for that one. Marc is one of those punk-ass trolls that downvotes every video just to get a rise out of people, and I usually don't respond to trash like him but this time I will just to defend THG..
@@underwoodiii3 Wow! is this THE David McCullough? If so Wow! Just Wow! What an honor for The History Guy to be defended by you Sir. Love your work and have so much respect and appreciation for you. Thank you for the countless hours of enjoyment. I have all your books.
14 men special forces Australian called Z Special Unit raided Japanese shipping in Singapore Harbor in 1943.sinking six Japanese ships.. The USA can not bet that in ww2. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Jaywick
Dear History Guy, thank you for this story. I served in the Marine Corps and found a love for the history of the Marines. I already knew this one but very well done by you. And today is my birthday, so thanks for the gift of Marine Corps history. Hoorah!
My grandfather, W. S. LeFrancois, was there and wrote about his memories of this raid. He was also the one who worked with Universal Studios to make the movie "Gung Ho".
My friends grandfather was friends with Major Roosevelt he had a big black album with pictures of natives and soldiers from Guadalcanal. And everytime he opened that album he always started with a smile ,by the end tears were flowing from everyone! His wife was still alive and she said hopefully this wife will take. She was friends with Roosevelt's previous wife still. I don't know who. But he often flew into Mccarran airport to visit and take in shows as couples! It's saddening watching all these great men and women die. But worse is forgetting their stories. Thank you History Guy for continuing the memories of lost and forgotten!
Dean Winters was my step uncle. He went on to fight on Iwo Jima where he was gravely wounded and permanently disabled. Dean can be seen at 5:50 minutes into the video standing behind another marine, and again at 12:55 shirtless and holding a rifle. He said that while trying to evacuate he island many of the marines, including himself, ended up having their uniforms ripped off of them by the reef. Dean died several years ago.
That is the best thing about these remarks - people that know and can still verify facts and truth as they are always wars first casualty. I just got a lot more real by your I.D. I once saw a brief bit of footage of a shore landing and I'm pretty sure it was my Dad who was the Coxswain of the craft but don't know from what battle. He fought at Leyte Gulf as well as Okinawa. It was but a few seconds worth but sure looked like him.
Thank you for telling this great story. I had the greatest of honor to hear stories from Marine Raider, GySgt. Pete Arias who was a part of Carlson's Raiders and later was injured on Iwo Jima. Semper fi!
As I was previously stationed on the U.S.S. Makin Island L.H.D. 8(the Wasp class ship mentioned in the video), this story is dear to my heart. Much of the video content was required learning for us, but it is much more entertaining the way it is presented here.
My father was 11 years old when the Makin Island raid took place, fast foreword to 1952 Korea and my father is 21 years old and in the Corps. His Sgt. in his unit was on the Makin Island and told him many stories about the raid. The main one I remember is the small fire fight at one the huts, his sgt. told him. But he talked about the boats and trying to make it to shore and the landing off the Subs. Not sure but think he made it back to the subs with the first group.
Thank you for covering the Makin Raid! I had to do research on this event a while back when looking into the history of a tank. It is a unique Type 95 Ha-Go which resides as an outdoor exhibit in-front of Fort DeRussy in Waikiki, O’ahu. It was captured by Raiders undamaged and subsequently shipped to Hawai’i where it underwent testing. It’s a hulking rust bucket underneath it’s thick coats of new paint, but it is apart of history that should be remembered.
On modern day USS Makin Island (LHD-8) they have the main passageways on the ship that lead fore and aft port side and starboard side named "Nautilus Way" and "Argonaut Way" after the two submarines. Everyone aboard walks through these main thoroughfares numerous times a day. Also in the wardroom hangs a photo of the Escort Carrier CVE USS Makin Island from WW2
Great story on the raid History Guy. I read a book about the raid, and it said one of the results of the raid was the Japanese reviewing their island defenses from future attacks. Unfortunately for the Marines, part of that review was the strengthening of the defenses of Tarawa.
Thank you for this video we must remember the brave young marines accidentally left behind. I cant imagine the fear and suffering they went through before being murdered by the Japanese.
@@TOO_TALL305 I just give those guys a thumbs down when I come across one. It doesn't register, but the "universe" cannot unsee it! and, makes me feel better! 🙄
My Dad enlisted in the USMC during WWII. He became part of the 6th Division, which was formed in the South Pacific and demobilized without ever existing in the US. His unit was the First Battalion, 29th Regiment, 6th Division, USMC.
I love your work...you are the master story teller here on Utube it has to be daunting to tell the story...keep it factual....keep it entertaining...and keep it within the time frame you impose on yourself...I'm a long time subscriber and wish you the best and I want to thank you and your wife for the great work you do
Me too, Gunny! When Lance "lit up" our Marine Corps Hymn during the outro, my eyes started pouring and it was all I could do to keep from jumping out of my chair and stand at attention, during the song! Semper Fi, Gunny Jones. TreeTop USMC, 1968-71
Battles of the Pacific theatre of WW II have not received the exposure that battles in Europe did. I am glad that you tell these historical stories of the efforts and bravery of American hero’s. Thank you.
I served, while stationed at Parris Island Recruit Depot, in 1969-70, under General Peatross. I honestly did not realize what a Marine Hero he was, until I saw this "history lesson". WoW and thank-you for doing this piece of American history.
I've read an official history of British Commandos that was written in 1943. The last exploit described was Dieppe. The account was remarkably clear-eyed with respect to mistakes made. The Makin Island Raid would have fit right in. Yes, it was chaotic. Yes, mistakes were made. The important thing was that it was striking back at an enemy that, at that moment, was in the ascendency. The men that risked their lives, often losing, did so with their eyes wide open. The lessons learned saved thousands of lives in later operations.
@@WALTERBROADDUS All the younger Roosevelts were as crazy as Teddy. His son was deputy commander of an infantry division and infamous for his aggressive attitude. His grandson played an integral role in overthrowing the democratic government in Iran and installing the Shah.
@@WALTERBROADDUS I don't disdain personal heroism. It often manifests itself in eccentricity and rash behaviour. "Mad Jack" Churchill went on commando raids with a basket-hilt sword. Rash behaviour can get other people killed, however. Teddy Jr. and his C.O. came close to being relieved of command in North Africa because of mishandling their division. Kermit Jr., while personally brave, confused short term objectives for long term goals and set the stage for two generations of unhappiness in Iran.
I knew a Marine Raider. He gave me a Japanese rifle brought back from Okinawa. He did mention that he fought in "The Slot" but didn't give any details. My wife and I called him "Uncle Swede".
A great vid...Company level rubber boat raids are now done by a select company in the rifle battalion. I was in boat company when I was at 1st Battalion 9th Marines. Being 20 miles off shore and then going through a surf zone in the middle of the night is a unique experience. Breaking through a surf with paddles only is unbelievable hard... What these Marines did is amazing.. Semper Fi, Brothers We never forget and you are inspirational to Marines to this day
What a wonderful piece of history that deserves to be remembered. I was unaware of the origin of the phrase ‘Gung Ho’ which makes the story so easy to remember for me. Thanks, History Guy!
Your research and delivery is one of few things in Today's world that make me feel GOOD. Many before OUR time were great human beings. Today's problems need more extraordinaire people to step up. Our present times need NEW individual heroes as the ones you present from the past. THANKS Stephen Skinner - a Veteran & history fan
My uncle, Donald Wall, my fathers brother was in Co D 1st Bn. 1st Marine Division. He was in Guadalcanal. He was bayoneted by a Japanese soldier. He survived and made it home. But he died at the age of 25 in the year 1948 from the wound he received that day.
When I saw this I had to watch it, I have the movie Gung Ho in DVD and have watched it more than once, it is a great movie. I like the real facts that you present much more than the movie. Thank You for all of the fantastic info you put out on your channel 😊
My father was stationed on Makin Island later with the Army Air Corp, he was a B25 crew chief with the 820th Bomb Sq, the saddest day of his life was losing his crew and aircraft on a search light mission out of Makin
You do a great job of highlighting forgotten actions. Perhaps a piece on the forgotten French units that held the line around Dunkirk? We so often hear of the failures of the French but never hear about the French stand May 28 to June 4
I grew up as a kid in the late 50's and 60's in awe of the men who fought in ww2, my grandfather was one of them. So I learned and studied all about the Army and Marines historic battles and Carlsons Raiders. Great video History Guy!
My Father was a Carlson Raider went through the entire campaign until he was wounded at the bloodiest battle in the Pacific! The Battle of Sugar Loaf Hill
A bit of trivia that wasn't mentioned is that Merritt Edson eventually got an area of Camp Pendleton named after him, one that all West Coast Marines are intimately familiar with, Edson Range. It's in this part of MCB Camp Pendleton that all West Coast Marine Recruits go to during the field training portion of boot camp. The Edson Range barracks can actually be seen when driving on the 5 freeway going to and from the San Diego area.
Technically, he's one of two; Marcus Hanna did indeed serve in the Coast Guard, and he received the Medal of Honor, however it was awarded for service performed in the Army, not the Coast Guard. Douglas Munro is however the first (and to date the only) member of the Coast Guard to receive the Medal of Honor for actions performed in the Coast Guard.
@@troodon1096 I live about an hour away from the town of Cle Elum, Washington where Douglas Munro called home and where he is buried. For such a small town it is a very impressive memorial to his honor. The Coast Guard makes sure they attend to him on an annual basis with a very nice ceremony. I try and stop by and visit his grave when I can.
Very interesting account; the raid sounds like a Pacific version of Operation Archery, a British raid on the Norwegian coast in December 1941. This might make a good subject for The History Guy. Or Operation Frankton, a raid which relied on stealth, rather than firepower.
I personally spoke with these raiders back in 1994. I ate breakfast with them and talked about This Raid. They took the fight behind enemy lines and kicked the crap out of them. The Marine that accidentally discharged his weapon did in fact accidentally bring attention to them. As I recall one of the marines told me they made it to the Island but upon landing the gun went off and it was a Thompson Submachine gun. After that they started to receive the sniper fire. It was the first successful fight against the Japanese in WW2 but they did take a lot of casualties and the mission did not go as planned. One of the Marines K-bar was used so much the blade was worn down to look like a filet knife. They were awesome men to talk to.
I was watching the Movie 'Unbroken'. Lou Zamperini was taken prisoner and held in the same cell as the Nine Marines that were captured and executed. I remember tearing up by Lou's insistence when he asked what happened to those Marines. I wanted to know about what happened which is how I ended up here...Thank you so much for this post. Thank for remembering. Semper Fi.
All my heros that I grew up with (from the Navy, Air Force, you name it) parents, brothers, friends had profound respect for these guys; and, on occasion were privileged to have worked in tandem with them. Semper Fi 🇺🇸❣️
Did you or Mrs history guy serve in our armed forces?? You do a wonderful job narrating the history of battles and wars long since past. Thank you both for your work and research and doing such a great job telling stories that should never be forgotten!!!
The Makin Raid was such as the word SNAFU was invented (situation normal, all f---ed-up). My great uncle, Charles McWhinnie, brother to Ralph E., of whom you are familiar from your U. Of Wyo. Days, was XO on the APD, USS Waters, which was one of those converted 4-Stackers you mentioned at the beginning of this Video. Though their contribution to the war effort was minimal, the APD's and their story may be worth telling some day. Thank you again for another fine presentation of history that deserves to be remembered.
Excellent yet again! Having just past and stayed in Anzio Italy on our voyage. We took time to visit the war graves and added a segment in one of our videos. This is an epic battle set over some time and also featured in a film. American and allied troops stood firm and there are accounts of untold bravery and heroism. Please look at this as History that deserves to be remembered, Men that should be honoured and not forgotten.. Ant, Cid & the Pooch crew. SV Impavidus.
I first learned about this from the last great Medal of Honor game Pacific Assault. Thank you for giving a thorough breakdown of the mission and recognition of those lost or left behind.
I was initially surprised that US forces had used the Boys rifle, but on reflection it makes sense in this situation. By this time the Boys was a little outdated for its intended anti armour function. Against Japanese occupying forces it makes lot of sense. It's certainly "gung hoh", that's for sure. Nice one THG. Thank you sir.
Mr history Man, as always. Iam impressed on the lessons in history that you bring to many of us...one outstanding character of the video is the enthusiasm you possess to elaborate on every single word shared with the viewers... Please, keep up the great work that you do... We're proud to have you here
I always love your WWII Marine corps history. My Dad flew F4U Corsairs, in the Pacific. Marine Fighter Squadron 231 1st Lt Donald C Donaldson He went on to be involved in FAA AIR CARRIER INSPECTION. I've been told, yet cannot confirm, all of the stories I've heard about how he graded Commercial pilots to fly, as I've been told, more air frames with their multiple power plants, up to the time of his death (December 1999). He is entered into the congressional record, by Ralph Hall, in 2000. Needless to say, the family is/was proud of him and his accomplishments.
This bit of history was used by an author writing under the name W.E.B. Griffen fiction series The Corps. I used to 'borrow' them and read them avidly. I knew dad was a cameraman on B29s, after he died I found out from his scrapbook he was in combat camera, another bit that showed up frequently in Griffen's books. Wonder if someone would be interested in preserving copies of his orders, everywhere passes for military bases, B29 b/w nose art, pictures shot around the islands, and arial pics of Tokyo.
My wife's uncle was one of Edson's Raiders. He arrived in Pearl Harbor on Dec 8, 1941 (the day after). He fought on "Edson's Ridge" in Guadalcanal and all the way through Okinawa and survived to come home.
History Guy; very much like your work, and the detail research you do. Farley Mowat wrote a book called "and no birds sang" about theAllied multi national expeditionary force that landed at the boot of inlay and faced the battle hardened Germans at a place called Monte Casino. A hell of a battle, and worth remembering.
@randall2020 I think there are good arguments in support of that! The term itself however is widely accepted as a reference to those who fought in WW2. Arguably, they saved the world.
Thank you very much for the details behind an of this action. As a Marine (since 1967) I knew of Carlson's Raiders as a bit of historical lore, but no details. You may also know that Marine Reconnaissance units have recently been redesignated as Marine Raider units. Gung Ho and Semper Fi!
Wasn’t Henry Elrod the 1st Marine to be awarded the MOH in WW2 (for his heroism in defending Wake Island 12/8/41-12/23/41)? Regardless - I appreciate all of the great work you do on this channel!
Great way to start off my monday! Great video as always sir! Keep em coming! Wow, They must have been crammed into every nook and cranny in the submarines, all those marines on top of the sub crews!! What a complete mess!
Argonaut and Nautilus were two of three of the largest submarines in the US Navy at that time and 370 some odd feet in length. Argonaut had been designed as a Mine Layer and her after mine room had been stripped out and bunks replaced all the mine gear. It was still crowded but less so that the average Fleet submarine at 310 feet. Both carried two 6"/53 caliber deck guns.
Maternal Grandfather was in D company of Carlson’s Raiders. He wasn’t at the raid but he saw his first action at Guadalcanal during the Long Patrol where in the first major skirmish against Colonel Shoji’s forces his Company was cut off from each other and the commanding officer assumed the other half of the company was dead. Turned out to be the opposite and the entire company turned out ok. He was also at the Piva Trial in Bougainville in G Company where there was heavy fighting. Ended the war in the 27th Marine Regiment where he was fatally wounded around his neck. Though he died when my mom was three years old in 1959, I’m proud of him.
I would like a History to be Remembered about the anti-aircraft units in the Philippines when Japan invaded. Haven't been able to find much. A family member was part of the unit.
14 men special forces Australian called Z Special Unit raided Japanese shipping in Singapore Harbor in 1943.sinking six Japanese ships.. The USA can not bet that in ww2. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Jaywick
As a history buff especially one who has dove deep into American history and it's many wars I have to say I wish all history teachers spoke like you. Not just with facts and info but like you are telling a story one where you can feel your emotion and where it feels like you can feel the emotions of those you speak of..y so. Is not as big onto history but he loves yours I feel it's as I said before the style of story you tell. I only knew one better story teller. My grandfather who was an engineer runner on a maruder. He was part of the battle where German act general gal and had been shot down on the German jet. This was the last time the Herman key was used. It is a very famous battle
The History Guy's pieces are well put together and tell an interesting story in a coherent way. I really can't understand why anyone would want to down vote them.
My dad worked with a Marine who was there during the raid in the 1970s. I remember he told me then about Carlson wanting to surrender. I read that soon after, it's not well known. RIP to my dad USMC WW2 Okinawa @China Vet.
"Makin Atoll - little more than sand, trees and a small Japanese Military base. Miller's reconnaissance team landed there almost a week ago. Since then - we've heard nothing. The waiting's over, we're going in. For all we know they're already dead. If what little we know about the Japanese is true, it might be better if they are."
I loved this mission in CoD WaW, nice to see the history behind the actual battle
Bro i read that in Sgt. Roebucks voice😂
Grab a rifle were gonna tear this place apart
Love that game
In fairness to The History Guy, the in depth of research going into each episode is phenomenal. Presentation is impeccable and just for pure facts, second to none. Love your work
@Marc Bondura Marc, you're not a very good story teller and seem to be a very unhappy man. Where do you think Wiki got their information? From many different people of course. So no Marc, The History Guy is not plagiarizing even if he does use Wiki as a resource. Grow up and move on.
@Marc Bondura Anyone who cares to can click on any random HG video and see that Marc's a liar.
I picked the Hammond Circus Train Wreck. Wiki has a very short entry on it (which includes one grainy photo) in which they state the accident occurred in what is now Gary, In. THG posted an 11 minute video on the subject (including several photos of the wreck, but not the one from wiki) in which he never mentioned that fact. The other one was the Great Cranberry Scare of 1959, since the link is right next to the comment I'm typing. Wiki has no entry for that one.
Marc is one of those punk-ass trolls that downvotes every video just to get a rise out of people, and I usually don't respond to trash like him but this time I will just to defend THG..
@@underwoodiii3 Wow! is this THE David McCullough? If so Wow! Just Wow! What an honor for The History Guy to be defended by you Sir. Love your work and have so much respect and appreciation for you. Thank you for the countless hours of enjoyment. I have all your books.
@@davidharris6581 David McCullough passed away some time ago.
It is always a good morning that starts with history that deserves to be remembered.
Very true story. History for breakfast is always a good thing.
14 men special forces Australian called Z Special Unit raided Japanese shipping in Singapore Harbor in 1943.sinking six Japanese ships.. The USA can not bet that in ww2. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Jaywick
@@martymethuselah That is not really accurate.
@@ianfarr-wharton1000 nice find man, how did you learn about that?
@@marcinholst106 Im Australian.
Dear History Guy, thank you for this story. I served in the Marine Corps and found a love for the history of the Marines. I already knew this one but very well done by you. And today is my birthday, so thanks for the gift of Marine Corps history. Hoorah!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, from an old squid.
Semper Fi and Happy Birthday from a Navy Submarine sailor!!
Happy Birthday Devil Dog.
🗡⚓🦅🗽🇺🇸
Happy Birthday.
Happy Birthday Jar head! :-)
My grandfather, W. S. LeFrancois, was there and wrote about his memories of this raid. He was also the one who worked with Universal Studios to make the movie "Gung Ho".
I will watch this flick. I am also a Marine Raider (Used to be). I have never seen this movie.
thank you for the marine hymn. i'm 21 year navy retiree, my father and our minister were guadalcanal vets. again, thank you.
My friends grandfather was friends with Major Roosevelt he had a big black album with pictures of natives and soldiers from Guadalcanal. And everytime he opened that album he always started with a smile ,by the end tears were flowing from everyone! His wife was still alive and she said hopefully this wife will take. She was friends with Roosevelt's previous wife still. I don't know who. But he often flew into Mccarran airport to visit and take in shows as couples! It's saddening watching all these great men and women die. But worse is forgetting their stories. Thank you History Guy for continuing the memories of lost and forgotten!
Dean Winters was my step uncle. He went on to fight on Iwo Jima where he was gravely wounded and permanently disabled. Dean can be seen at 5:50 minutes into the video standing behind another marine, and again at 12:55 shirtless and holding a rifle. He said that while trying to evacuate he island many of the marines, including himself, ended up having their uniforms ripped off of them by the reef. Dean died several years ago.
That is the best thing about these remarks - people that know and can still verify facts and truth as they are always wars first casualty. I just got a lot more real by your I.D.
I once saw a brief bit of footage of a shore landing and I'm pretty sure it was my Dad who was the Coxswain of the craft but don't know from what battle. He fought at Leyte Gulf as well as Okinawa. It was but a few seconds worth but sure looked like him.
I’ve got pictures on my uncle before and after the raid. I’m glad your father made it.
My Great Uncle was on this raid. He was killed in action.
R.i.p.
Thank you for his service and sacrifice.
CAROLINA PATRIOT Thank You. He was one of the ones they found in 1999.
I’m gratefulfor his service, and sorryhe can’t be with you and your family.
johny coho 😔
Thank you for telling this great story. I had the greatest of honor to hear stories from Marine Raider, GySgt. Pete Arias who was a part of Carlson's Raiders and later was injured on Iwo Jima. Semper fi!
As I was previously stationed on the U.S.S. Makin Island L.H.D. 8(the Wasp class ship mentioned in the video), this story is dear to my heart. Much of the video content was required learning for us, but it is much more entertaining the way it is presented here.
My father was 11 years old when the Makin Island raid took place, fast foreword to 1952 Korea and my father is 21 years old and in the Corps. His Sgt. in his unit was on the Makin Island and told him many stories about the raid. The main one I remember is the small fire fight at one the huts, his sgt. told him. But he talked about the boats and trying to make it to shore and the landing off the Subs. Not sure but think he made it back to the subs with the first group.
This story of such patriotism and sacrifice brings a tear to my eye. Gob bless the fallen men as their service is truly heroism in the highest form.
Thank you for covering the Makin Raid! I had to do research on this event a while back when looking into the history of a tank. It is a unique Type 95 Ha-Go which resides as an outdoor exhibit in-front of Fort DeRussy in Waikiki, O’ahu. It was captured by Raiders undamaged and subsequently shipped to Hawai’i where it underwent testing. It’s a hulking rust bucket underneath it’s thick coats of new paint, but it is apart of history that should be remembered.
Yours is the most thorough retelling of the Makin Raid I have yet seen. Semper Fi!
Miller!!
@@morisco56 Who says he was saying it for Miller? The Marine Corps motto is Semper Fidelis.
On modern day USS Makin Island (LHD-8) they have the main passageways on the ship that lead fore and aft port side and starboard side named "Nautilus Way" and "Argonaut Way" after the two submarines. Everyone aboard walks through these main thoroughfares numerous times a day. Also in the wardroom hangs a photo of the Escort Carrier CVE USS Makin Island from WW2
The Marine Corps Hymn in the outro, nice touch Sir.
No such thing but yes Marines hymn
Yes, thank you so much Lance 👍🙏
I'm an Army dog (ret) but the Marine Hymn always stirs the American in me. Semper Fi devil-dogs!
RIP to the Raiders, job well done. You're not forgotten,
Great story on the raid History Guy. I read a book about the raid, and it said one of the results of the raid was the Japanese reviewing their island defenses from future attacks. Unfortunately for the Marines, part of that review was the strengthening of the defenses of Tarawa.
Yes, there is a general argument that the raid caused Japan to better fortify the bases in the Gilberts.
Thank you for this video we must remember the brave young marines accidentally left behind. I cant imagine the fear and suffering they went through before being murdered by the Japanese.
Ignore the conspiracy troll above me
@@TOO_TALL305 I just give those guys a thumbs down when I come across one. It doesn't register, but the "universe" cannot unsee it! and, makes me feel better! 🙄
marty methuselah fitting that meth is built into your last name
@@martymethuselah troll
@@martymethuselah Hate America that much? Feel free to find the Shang Ri La of your dreams elsewhere.
My Dad enlisted in the USMC during WWII. He became part of the 6th Division, which was formed in the South Pacific and demobilized without ever existing in the US. His unit was the First Battalion, 29th Regiment, 6th Division, USMC.
I love your work...you are the master story teller here on Utube it has to be daunting to tell the story...keep it factual....keep it entertaining...and keep it within the time frame you impose on yourself...I'm a long time subscriber and wish you the best and I want to thank you and your wife for the great work you do
Damnit Lance, you made me tear up with pride on this episode. Semper Fi! Danny Jones, GySgt USMC ret
Me too, Gunny! When Lance "lit up" our Marine Corps Hymn during the outro, my eyes started pouring and it was all I could do to keep from jumping out of my chair and stand at attention, during the song! Semper Fi, Gunny Jones. TreeTop USMC, 1968-71
Oooh Rah Gunny."TJ" MGySgt, USMC, Ret
Battles of the Pacific theatre of WW II have not received the exposure that battles in Europe did. I am glad that you tell these historical stories of the efforts and bravery of American hero’s. Thank you.
I served, while stationed at Parris Island Recruit Depot, in 1969-70, under General Peatross. I honestly did not realize what a Marine Hero he was, until I saw this "history lesson". WoW and thank-you for doing this piece of American history.
I've read an official history of British Commandos that was written in 1943. The last exploit described was Dieppe. The account was remarkably clear-eyed with respect to mistakes made. The Makin Island Raid would have fit right in. Yes, it was chaotic. Yes, mistakes were made. The important thing was that it was striking back at an enemy that, at that moment, was in the ascendency. The men that risked their lives, often losing, did so with their eyes wide open. The lessons learned saved thousands of lives in later operations.
You don't often hear the words
"President's Son" & "Marine Nighttime Amphibious Offensive"
together.
Oh? What About Teddy Roosevelt's sons?
@@WALTERBROADDUS He said "you don't OFTEN".
@@WALTERBROADDUS All the younger Roosevelts were as crazy as Teddy. His son was deputy commander of an infantry division and infamous for his aggressive attitude. His grandson played an integral role in overthrowing the democratic government in Iran and installing the Shah.
@@michaelmanning5379 Where you have disdain. I have pride.
@@WALTERBROADDUS I don't disdain personal heroism. It often manifests itself in eccentricity and rash behaviour. "Mad Jack" Churchill went on commando raids with a basket-hilt sword.
Rash behaviour can get other people killed, however. Teddy Jr. and his C.O. came close to being relieved of command in North Africa because of mishandling their division. Kermit Jr., while personally brave, confused short term objectives for long term goals and set the stage for two generations of unhappiness in Iran.
I knew a Marine Raider. He gave me a Japanese rifle brought back from Okinawa. He did mention that he fought in "The Slot" but didn't give any details. My wife and I called him "Uncle Swede".
A great vid...Company level rubber boat raids are now done by a select company in the rifle battalion. I was in boat company when I was at 1st Battalion 9th Marines. Being 20 miles off shore and then going through a surf zone in the middle of the night is a unique experience. Breaking through a surf with paddles only is unbelievable hard... What these Marines did is amazing.. Semper Fi, Brothers We never forget and you are inspirational to Marines to this day
What a wonderful piece of history that deserves to be remembered. I was unaware of the origin of the phrase ‘Gung Ho’ which makes the story so easy to remember for me. Thanks, History Guy!
Your research and delivery is one of few things in Today's world that make me feel GOOD. Many before OUR time were great human beings. Today's problems need more extraordinaire people to step up. Our present times need NEW individual heroes as the ones you present from the past. THANKS Stephen Skinner - a Veteran & history fan
My uncle, Donald Wall, my fathers brother was in Co D 1st Bn. 1st Marine Division. He was in Guadalcanal. He was bayoneted by a Japanese soldier. He survived and made it home. But he died at the age of 25 in the year 1948 from the wound he received that day.
When I saw this I had to watch it, I have the movie Gung Ho in DVD and have watched it more than once, it is a great movie. I like the real facts that you present much more than the movie. Thank You for all of the fantastic info you put out on your channel 😊
My father was stationed on Makin Island later with the Army Air Corp, he was a B25 crew chief with the 820th Bomb Sq, the saddest day of his life was losing his crew and aircraft on a search light mission out of Makin
Yes! I’d also like to see you do the story of Wendel Fertig, creator, and commander of the largest guerrilla force in the Philippines.
You do a great job of highlighting forgotten actions. Perhaps a piece on the forgotten French units that held the line around Dunkirk? We so often hear of the failures of the French but never hear about the French stand May 28 to June 4
What an amazing video! As a Marine vet and history buff I loved everything about it. The Marine's hymn at the end was a phenomenal touch.
Thanks for making this video available. Love and hugs to all the brave men.
There aren't enough "Like" buttons to click!
Semper Fi, History Guy!
I grew up as a kid in the late 50's and 60's in awe of the men who fought in ww2, my grandfather was one of them. So I learned and studied all about the Army and Marines historic battles and Carlsons Raiders. Great video History Guy!
My Father was a Carlson Raider went through the entire campaign until he was wounded at the bloodiest battle in the Pacific! The Battle of Sugar Loaf Hill
A bit of trivia that wasn't mentioned is that Merritt Edson eventually got an area of Camp Pendleton named after him, one that all West Coast Marines are intimately familiar with, Edson Range. It's in this part of MCB Camp Pendleton that all West Coast Marine Recruits go to during the field training portion of boot camp. The Edson Range barracks can actually be seen when driving on the 5 freeway going to and from the San Diego area.
Excellent job recounting this piece of history. These were brave men - 211 setting out on an historic mission.
My Grandfather was a Carlson Raider. He wasn’t on the Makin Island Raid. Thank you History Guy
A good segment might be about Douglas Munro. the ONLY Coast Guardsman ever to have been awarded the Medal of Honor.
Technically, he's one of two; Marcus Hanna did indeed serve in the Coast Guard, and he received the Medal of Honor, however it was awarded for service performed in the Army, not the Coast Guard. Douglas Munro is however the first (and to date the only) member of the Coast Guard to receive the Medal of Honor for actions performed in the Coast Guard.
@@troodon1096 I live about an hour away from the town of Cle Elum, Washington where Douglas Munro called home and where he is buried. For such a small town it is a very impressive memorial to his honor. The Coast Guard makes sure they attend to him on an annual basis with a very nice ceremony. I try and stop by and visit his grave when I can.
@@webbtrekker534 Thank you for taking the time to stop by and visit him 🙏
Excellent suggestion!
" They did for Randolph Scott."
Enough of my silliness. My father was on New Georgia Island. 37 Inf. Div. Ohio National Guard.
(all stand) _Randolph Scott!_
Very interesting account; the raid sounds like a Pacific version of Operation Archery, a British raid on the Norwegian coast in December 1941. This might make a good subject for The History Guy. Or Operation Frankton, a raid which relied on stealth, rather than firepower.
I personally spoke with these raiders back in 1994. I ate breakfast with them and talked about This Raid. They took the fight behind enemy lines and kicked the crap out of them. The Marine that accidentally discharged his weapon did in fact accidentally bring attention to them. As I recall one of the marines told me they made it to the Island but upon landing the gun went off and it was a Thompson Submachine gun. After that they started to receive the sniper fire. It was the first successful fight against the Japanese in WW2 but they did take a lot of casualties and the mission did not go as planned. One of the Marines K-bar was used so much the blade was worn down to look like a filet knife. They were awesome men to talk to.
“You think because you say nothing, *YOU ARE STRONG?!*
**proceeds to slit throat**
@@HerrZenki "Miller, thank God!"
Thank you.
A killer Pacman lol nice! I think that was the best cod.
Don’t tell them a fucking thing!
In Frank's "Guadalcanal", another Marine officer remarked concerning Carlson: "He may be red, but he ain't yellow".
Carlson was not a communist. Political theory and tactical theory or not the same.
I was watching the Movie 'Unbroken'. Lou Zamperini was taken prisoner and held in the same cell as the Nine Marines that were captured and executed. I remember tearing up by Lou's insistence when he asked what happened to those Marines. I wanted to know about what happened which is how I ended up here...Thank you so much for this post. Thank for remembering. Semper Fi.
All my heros that I grew up with (from the Navy, Air Force, you name it) parents, brothers, friends had profound respect for these guys; and, on occasion were privileged to have worked in tandem with them. Semper Fi 🇺🇸❣️
Did you or Mrs history guy serve in our armed forces?? You do a wonderful job narrating the history of battles and wars long since past. Thank you both for your work and research and doing such a great job telling stories that should never be forgotten!!!
The Makin Raid was such as the word SNAFU was invented (situation normal, all f---ed-up). My great uncle, Charles McWhinnie, brother to Ralph E., of whom you are familiar from your U. Of Wyo. Days, was XO on the APD, USS Waters, which was one of those converted 4-Stackers you mentioned at the beginning of this Video. Though their contribution to the war effort was minimal, the APD's and their story may be worth telling some day. Thank you again for another fine presentation of history that deserves to be remembered.
Thank you for posting interesting pieces of history for my drive to work. Always perfect timing.
Lord, I hope you're a passenger and not trying to drive and watch your phone!b
@@scottsmith4612 I'm driving of course. there is no need for anything but the audio on these videos.
@@bonzainews I guessed that. Anyone watching (listening) to THG would have some brains and sense. Some of the stuff you see on the road though....
Excellent yet again! Having just past and stayed in Anzio Italy on our voyage. We took time to visit the war graves and added a segment in one of our videos. This is an epic battle set over some time and also featured in a film. American and allied troops stood firm and there are accounts of untold bravery and heroism. Please look at this as History that deserves to be remembered, Men that should be honoured and not forgotten.. Ant, Cid & the Pooch crew. SV Impavidus.
I greatly enjoy this channel, I appreciate all your hard work. Thank you!
I first learned about this from the last great Medal of Honor game Pacific Assault. Thank you for giving a thorough breakdown of the mission and recognition of those lost or left behind.
Absolutely history that deserves to be remembered. Thank you for posting this
@ The History Guy, thank you for not forgetting. I always enjoy your history lessons, especially in areas I am unfamiliar with.
Amazing stories. Thank you.
I was initially surprised that US forces had used the Boys rifle, but on reflection it makes sense in this situation. By this time the Boys was a little outdated for its intended anti armour function. Against Japanese occupying forces it makes lot of sense. It's certainly "gung hoh", that's for sure.
Nice one THG. Thank you sir.
I'd never heard of the gun until it released in Battlefield V six months ago, sadly, but even though it's a video game, the weapon made its mark.
Always entertaining and informative, thanks!
Mr history Man, as always. Iam impressed on the lessons in history that you bring to many of us...one outstanding character of the video is the enthusiasm you possess to elaborate on every single word shared with the viewers...
Please, keep up the great work that you do... We're proud to have you here
I always love your WWII Marine corps history.
My Dad flew F4U Corsairs, in the Pacific. Marine Fighter Squadron 231
1st Lt Donald C Donaldson
He went on to be involved in FAA AIR CARRIER INSPECTION. I've been told, yet cannot confirm, all of the stories I've heard about how he graded Commercial pilots to fly, as I've been told, more air frames with their multiple power plants, up to the time of his death (December 1999).
He is entered into the congressional record, by Ralph Hall, in 2000.
Needless to say, the family is/was proud of him and his accomplishments.
This bit of history was used by an author writing under the name W.E.B. Griffen fiction series The Corps. I used to 'borrow' them and read them avidly. I knew dad was a cameraman on B29s, after he died I found out from his scrapbook he was in combat camera, another bit that showed up frequently in Griffen's books.
Wonder if someone would be interested in preserving copies of his orders, everywhere passes for military bases, B29 b/w nose art, pictures shot around the islands, and arial pics of Tokyo.
You could contact the Air Force Academy or the Army Museum and donate it to their archives
Outstanding presentation.Thank You.
Thank you for posting this.
My wife's uncle was one of Edson's Raiders. He arrived in Pearl Harbor on Dec 8, 1941 (the day after). He fought on "Edson's Ridge" in Guadalcanal and all the way through Okinawa and survived to come home.
Another well presented tiny bit of history, among the major bits most people are familiar with.
Thank you.
Such a great story. The Video game Medal of Honor-Pacific Assault pays tribute to the raiders, but recreating the mission.
Was a Marine on UHD Makin Island. It's a pretty nice ship was stuck on it for like 6 months. Had a lot of fun.
Thank you for a History lesson that Deserved to be Remembered !
Thank you, History Guy!
History Guy; very much like your work, and the detail research you do. Farley Mowat wrote a book called "and no birds sang" about theAllied multi national expeditionary force that landed at the boot of inlay and faced the battle hardened Germans at a place called Monte Casino. A hell of a battle, and worth remembering.
Truly "The Greatest Generation," and definitely "history that deserves to be remembered!!"
@randall2020 I think there are good arguments in support of that! The term itself however is widely accepted as a reference to those who fought in WW2.
Arguably, they saved the world.
@phillip krikorian *Phill Phill Calm Down!!* I'll get the *cheese* for your *patty!* no *wife and kids* should have to see this
Fantastic!!! Thanks for sharing!
So well produced....Love this channel
Thank you very much for the details behind an of this action. As a Marine (since 1967) I knew of Carlson's Raiders as a bit of historical lore, but no details. You may also know that Marine Reconnaissance units have recently been redesignated as Marine Raider units. Gung Ho and Semper Fi!
Gung Ho Ho
I love hearing and learning about all this WW2 history!
Wasn’t Henry Elrod the 1st Marine to be awarded the MOH in WW2 (for his heroism in defending Wake Island 12/8/41-12/23/41)?
Regardless - I appreciate all of the great work you do on this channel!
Great way to start off my monday! Great video as always sir! Keep em coming!
Wow, They must have been crammed into every nook and cranny in the submarines, all those marines on top of the sub crews!! What a complete mess!
Argonaut and Nautilus were two of three of the largest submarines in the US Navy at that time and 370 some odd feet in length. Argonaut had been designed as a Mine Layer and her after mine room had been stripped out and bunks replaced all the mine gear. It was still crowded but less so that the average Fleet submarine at 310 feet. Both carried two 6"/53 caliber deck guns.
@@webbtrekker534 Thanks for the info!
Thank you for for teaching many, and helping others to remember...
Great piece of History! KEEP ON ROCKING!
Maternal Grandfather was in D company of Carlson’s Raiders. He wasn’t at the raid but he saw his first action at Guadalcanal during the Long Patrol where in the first major skirmish against Colonel Shoji’s forces his Company was cut off from each other and the commanding officer assumed the other half of the company was dead. Turned out to be the opposite and the entire company turned out ok. He was also at the Piva Trial in Bougainville in G Company where there was heavy fighting. Ended the war in the 27th Marine Regiment where he was fatally wounded around his neck. Though he died when my mom was three years old in 1959, I’m proud of him.
Excellent as always... thank you
Very cool I never heard of this raid, It's things like this that one may never have heard about is why I love your channel so much.
I always enjoy your show. I have learned a lot from them.
I would like a History to be Remembered about the anti-aircraft units in the Philippines when Japan invaded. Haven't been able to find much. A family member was part of the unit.
14 men special forces Australian called Z Special Unit raided Japanese shipping in Singapore Harbor in 1943.sinking six Japanese ships.. The USA can not bet that in ww2. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Jaywick
You may find info you seek in this documentary film. www.imdb.com/title/tt0413823/?ref_=nm_flmg_dr_23 Battle of Manila (2004)
Fascinating story! Thank you for sharing!
Great work on this video!! Your research is very painstaking!
Good Morning. Great video🤗
As a history buff especially one who has dove deep into American history and it's many wars I have to say I wish all history teachers spoke like you. Not just with facts and info but like you are telling a story one where you can feel your emotion and where it feels like you can feel the emotions of those you speak of..y so. Is not as big onto history but he loves yours I feel it's as I said before the style of story you tell. I only knew one better story teller. My grandfather who was an engineer runner on a maruder. He was part of the battle where German act general gal and had been shot down on the German jet. This was the last time the Herman key was used. It is a very famous battle
You’re always good, but even better than usual in this one. Great info I did not know! I’m going to have to check out that movie. Thanks!
Bloody brilliant. How can anyone unlike this.
I absolutely love this channel, history and the way you present facts and not politics!
The History Guy's pieces are well put together and tell an interesting story in a coherent way. I really can't understand why anyone would want to down vote them.
Great work.
Apparently, W.E.B. Griffin's fictional story about this whole saga was historically accurate. Thanks for posting this.
My dad worked with a Marine who was there during the raid in the 1970s. I remember he told me then about Carlson wanting to surrender. I read that soon after, it's not well known.
RIP to my dad USMC WW2 Okinawa @China Vet.