Contains the definitive history of the extensive but little known U.S. Army amphibious operations during the Korean War; 1950-1953. Provides insights to modern planners crafting future joint or combined operations in that part of the world. Originally published in 2008. Illustrated.
#2525845 in Books 2006-08-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .73 x 5.75l; .61 #File Name: 1904132847265 pages
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Human Rights Advocates: Please read this bookBy J. LavoieI read this book a couple of years ago and remember every bit of it by heart.I am shocked that in all of this time; there is only one other review about this book. The reason I'd like to see more reviews is due to the subject's content.It is a true story: One that no one would jump at the chance to enjoy thoroughly; but it is so vastly important that we do read it.About the story....This young boy was offered by his family to work in a carpet factory. Well; there are many of these factories in the Middle East; Pakistan; India; and around the globe which are considered 'underground'; as this young child was taken in to work at the age of four.He sat from dawn until dusk beside others his age and of course older; day after day.These underground carpet factories are run by idiots; employed with impoverished children.At one point; Iqbal Masih; the child the story is about; and yes; this is a true story; tries to escape. But his freedom does not last for much time; as there is so much corruction in a cover-up; connecting even the local police department with these under age; overly abused child workers of back alley factories. Iqbal is shown by his captives to all of those who work in the factory the outcome of what happens when you try to run away or for telling anyone about the carpet making factory. So with great misfortune; litle Iqbal endured great hardship of pain and punishment for his little time of freedom.But his freedom from illegal carpet making and for all the others in his position lingers on in Iqbal's mind. The next chance he gets to run again; he makes it and is determinedthat he; nor any other child; will work under the stressful conditions or under any conditions whatsoever.The story ends before you'll want it to. Even though some of the incidences in the book are hard to swollow; they are not made up. They are true stories and it is imparative that we who care for children around the world read this book so we know what is going on; especially the next time we buy a new carpet.The owners and guards pressure the children that we here in America are in desparate need of their carpets so they work them all the harder.I will be buying a new carpet within a couple of years and I guarentee that I will do research on the origin of where that carpet was made before purchasing. Information on such is available as I have already spoken to a man who sells them.God Bless those children who are still under a simular situation. I hope their companies are exposed as soon as possible.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. The Story of an Amazing boyBy Amanda WrightI just finished reading this book a few days ago. I believe that everyone should read this because it talks about a subject that not many people know about. Iqbal with much determination escaped slavery and helped to free 3000 other children slaves. He also won the Reebok award for leadership and human rights. This is one boy that you should never forget.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy PBTerrific account.
