The Battle of Belleau Wood was One of WWI's Most Important, Forgotten Battles
The US Marines’ greatest stand came in the final months of World War I.
By
Catherine Phelan | Published Jun 2, 2020

- Photo Credit: Naval History and Heritage Command
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Illustration of the Marines at battle, by Georges Scott.
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Belleau Wood, torn to shreds by shells after the battle.
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