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165 Days: A Story Of The 25th Division On Luzon is a non-fiction book that tells the story of the 25th Division of the United States Army during their time on the island of Luzon in the Philippines during World War II. The book is written by William De Jarnette Rutherford, who served in the division as a lieutenant colonel and was awarded the Silver Star for his actions during the conflict.The book covers the 165 days that the division spent on Luzon, from their landing in January 1945 to the end of the campaign in June of that year. It follows the division through their battles with the Japanese army, including the capture of Manila, the capital of the Philippines. The book also details the division's experiences with the local population, including the guerrilla fighters who assisted them in their mission.Rutherford's writing is based on his personal experiences and those of his fellow soldiers, as well as on official military records and other historical sources. He provides vivid descriptions of the battles and the conditions that the soldiers faced, as well as insights into the strategies and tactics used by both sides.Overall, 165 Days: A Story Of The 25th Division On Luzon is a compelling account of a pivotal moment in World War II, told from the perspective of those who were on the front lines. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, the Philippines, or the experiences of American soldiers in the Pacific theater of the war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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