Videos tagged with 5th Marine Division

This expert guide details the operational use of the M2 Flamethrower in combat, drawing from the experience of a 5th Marine Division veteran and Iwo Jima survivor. It covers fuel capacity, the importance of a sidearm, firing techniques for fuel conservation, and critical tank vulnerabilities. The information emphasizes the specialized nature and inherent risks of flamethrower deployment.

Don Graves, a Marine veteran of the Battle of Iwo Jima, recounts his experience as a flamethrower operator. He details the tactical strategy of night operations against entrenched enemy forces and the specific training for his role with the M2 Flamethrower in the 5th Marine Division. The episode highlights the harsh realities of combat in the Pacific Theater.