The long journey to writing Old Breed General. In 2016, Don Brown, a former Navy JAG officer, practicing attorney, and author of several books whom I met through politics (and now my co author) messaged me this photo from 1937, and posed a tantalizing question that catapulted me back in
Ready to go with the USS Rupertus shield behind me. #Mojo Today my co-author Don and I had the honor to be on WW2TV on YouTube. Paul Woodage is the host of this excellent WWII history channel and we had a great, interactive conversation. And, some good questions arose. You can
Oh, how I love to read. Especially, sitting right by a warm fire in the winter. For the past seven years, while researching and writing the manuscript, I read many WWII Pacific books, diaries, special action reports, battle plans, monographs, and historical articles on the Pacific and China. Once you start
Join us at Reagan Library on August 17, 2022 at 6:00 PM PST for a fascinating talk about Old Breed General. We will discuss General Rupertus’s life and the 1st Marine Division in the Pacific during WWII. Registration required for this Secrets of WWII event. It will also be live streamed on their YouTube channel.
This Memorial Day, I can’t help but think of over 645,000 Americans who lost their lives in service to our country since WWI. Truly humbling. After researching our grandfather and the 1stMarDiv in WWII Pacific, my mind also turned to that time. And the astounding numbers of casualties it took
In Vietnam there were mass assaults from the enemy, but I doubt any matched the attack on Henderson Field at Guadalcanal. I was fascinated to read General Rupertus was the Commanding General during the Battle of Henderson Field with two Marine Corps legends under his command, Chesty Puller and SSgt.
Check often for updates. Please see the following dates and locations for our speaking events and book signings about the book, Pacific War, and the research process. March 2, 2022: Charlotte, NC. Park Road Books. Book Signing. 5:30-7:30. March 30, 2022 Charlotte, NC. Book Launch and interview at WTVI Charlotte. Our
Marine Maj. Gen. William H. Rupertus is our grandfather who has always been a legend in the family. As are the many members of our family members of the greatest generations. He is extra special because he was our beloved dad Patrick Hill Rupertus’s father. Our father, Patrick Hill Rupertus
Hi, I’m Amy Rupertus Peacock. Activator. Daughter and granddaughter of Marines. I am a wife, mother of two almost grown kids and a fit trainer running form coach.
When I’m not exercising, running, researching or writing, or spending time with our dog, my wonderful kids and husband, I love reading, researching and spreading the word about history, the Marines, life, fitness, wellness and longevity.
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