Semper Fidelis: United States Marines in World War II (2012)
Witness their story through the eyes and lenses of Marine combat cameramen in this stunning and unforgettable collection of authentic, historical film footage. From bloody beaches and dense jungles to barren hilltops, follow the Marines into battle and observe the most legendary engagements in Marine Corps history. Experience firsthand the war in the Pacific - tremendous in scale, costly in life, forever imprinted on the minds and hearts of those who were there. Never before had the world seen such heroism and self-sacrifice as was exhibited by Marines in the pivotal battles of World War II - including Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Iwo Jima, Okinawa and many more. Also included are summaries of some of the key events and personalities of the war against Germany in the European theater.
Semper Fidelis: United States Marines in World War II: Season 1 - 6 Episode s
1x1 - 1
June 19, 2012
Introduction to the founding of the Marine Corps and it's assigned duties from founding until just prior to America's entry in World War II
1x2 - 2
June 26, 2012
This episode covers the landings on both Guadalcanal and Savo Island and major engagements on Guadalcanal up to turning over operational command to the Army.
1x3 - 3
July 3, 2012
Combat footage and interviews of Marines involved with the battles of Bougainville, Tarawa and Cape Gloucester
1x4 - 4
July 10, 2012
Combat footage and interviews with Marines from the battles of Kwajalein, Eniwetok, Saipan, Guam and Tinian.
1x5 - 5
July 17, 2012
Combat footage and interviews with Marines from the battles of Peleliu and Iwo Jima
1x6 - 6
July 24, 2012
Combat footage and interviews with Marines from the battle of Okinawa.