EIGHT-WHEELED WARRIORS AND GRUNTS: U.S. Marine LAV and Infantry Operations, Spring 2004

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Details the Marine Corps' Light Armored Vehicle, the LAV 25, that was used in Iraq. These vehicles screened large areas of desert, searched for hidden IEDs along highways, and provided extra firepower for infantry units in combat. Details the various engagements that the LAV 25 was involved in, including Operation Vigilant Resolve. From the perspective of the Marines of the LAV and infantry units, tells their stories of preparations for deployment to Iraq, early actions on arrival, and fighting under a variety of locations and conditions in the early part of 2004. Contains 20-30 color photographs.