McNiece, Jake
The Filthy Thirteen
- ISBN 13:
- 9781612005942
- author:
- McNiece, Jake
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Casemate Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 128 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- 19.81 x 12.7 x 1.52 centimetres, History, Military History, United States,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Filthy Thirteen: From the Dustbowl to Hitler's Eagle's Nest The 101st Airborne Division is renowned for its bravery, but within its ranks, a sub-unit earned a notorious reputation. The Filthy 13, comprising men from the Dustbowl and the Depression, became infamous for their hard drinking and savage fighting skills. This unit, known for its disregard for authority, was a far cry from the typical paratrooper. Their exploits were largely unknown to the public until a 1944 photograph, taken by a "Stars and Stripes" photographer, revealed the unit's unconventional appearance. The men, with shaved heads and war paint on their faces, were preparing for a mission behind enemy lines in Normandy. The Germans would soon face the reckless courage of the Filthy 13, armed with Tommy guns and explosives. Despite heavy casualties, the unit remained intact, thanks in part to the leadership of Jake McNiece, a half-breed Indian from Oklahoma who formed the unit's character. This book tells the story of the Filthy 13, a unit that defied convention and forged its own path in the midst of war.
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