United States. Marine Corps. Marine Division, 1st
Organization
Biography
The 1st Marine Division was formed in 1941, becoming the first American ground unit to launch an offensive against Japanese forces, most notably during the Battle of Guadalcanal in 1942. The division went on to fight in several major campaigns, including Battle of Cape Gloucester and Battle of Peleliu, enduring some of the harshest jungle and island combat conditions of the war. Known for its toughness, discipline, and resilience, the 1st Marine Division earned numerous commendations and helped establish the reputation of the U.S. Marine Corps as an elite fighting force.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
William H. Sager Collection
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 000072
Abstract
The William H. Sager Collection documents the life, military service, and family correspondence of William H. Sager through his wartime service in the U.S. Marine Corps, including deployments to Guadalcanal and service with the Sino-American Cooperative Organization (SACO) in China, as well as his postwar transition. The collection is organized into series that include extensive correspondence with his wife, Elizabeth Mopsik Sager; correspondence with his brother, Ben Sager, and other...
Dates:
1939 - 1945; 1967 - 2001