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Big difference from the days of Guadalcanal Diary and Sands of Iwo Jima comes this HBO series based on Eugene Sledge's book, With the Old Breed. It follows the life of several characters during WWII in the Pacific and at home. One thing the series does well is depict the living and dying conditions in the Pacific theater of operations. The series is accurate to Sledge's book which he later wrote after compliling his notes while serving in a mortar unit with the First Marine Division. Not your Band of Brothers tightness of comradship due to the drudgery and insanity of war, it pretty accurately shows little glory in victory and the burden of war experience. Would recommend for all boys who want to prove their courage.
The Pacific is not for everyone. It is a very gritty, bloody and graphic look at these world war 2 battles. For world war 2 buffs it is great! The credits say that the material was taken from 3 different books written by the actual veterans, the material seems to overlap and make a good account of the first marine division.
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Engaging & historical. Found it to be educational, entertaining and illuminating. Much more than many DVD presentations, Reinforces the knowledge that many GAVE THEIR ALL TO SUPPORT OUR COUNTRY and provided me the opportunity to watch this fine DVD in a free country. I would not wish to experience this subject first hand but I would hope to perform as well as those depicted if called to perform. While we can never repay the debt owed these young men, we can honor their memory & this DVD helps to bring the mind set which enables this honoring. I would recommend this presentation to anyone looking to better understand the horror of war and the valiant efforts of good men called to support their country.
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A great piece of history that should never be forgotten. This is my second purchase of The Pacific series. I purchased the first as a present, but upon being invited to watch the series, decided I needed it for my collection. Tom Hanks directed this series,along with directing the Band of Brothers. I can honestly say that both series were done to perfection. You will not regret adding both to your collection. My purchase was listed as "used", but I must add, when received was in immaculate condition. If you are a bit of a history buff, you will appreciate the workmanship, acting and time well spent viewing this work of art.
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Better than average WW2 flick. Characters are fleshed out somewhat and battles highlighted are relatively accurate. Does not have the same impact vociferously as the ETO epic. Band of Brothers. A good watch for the arm chair WW2 buff.
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