American Lions: The 332nd Infantry Regiment in Italy in World War I

About this book

Told here is the riveting story of the US Armys 332nd US Infantry Regiment in World War I. As Pershings Propaganda Regiment they were the only American regiment assigned to Italy where they formed a phantom army that helped defeat the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The 332nd fought in the Vittorio-Veneto Campaign and following the armistice served in the occupation of Austria Dalmatia and Montenegro. Includes the uniforms insignia and ephemera of the 332nd; lavishly illustrated with over 300 rare and previously unpublished color and sepia photographs which are drawn from public and private collections. This detailed work illuminates the compelling story of the courageous Lions of St. Mark.