The 'Old Guard' in the Philippine War: A Combat Chronicle - Paperback

by Greg Eanes (Author)

A combat chronicle of the U.S. Third Infantry Regiment during the Philippine Insurrection, now more commonly known as the Philippine War (1899-1902). The narrative covers the conventional phase of the war through counterinsurgency operations and eventual return to the United States. Appendices list every known combat action in which the Third Infantry was involved from routine scouts to major battles and skirmishes. Includes photos, maps and a roster of nearly 2,000 members of the unit serving in the Philippines.

Author Biography

Greg Eanes is a retired Air Force Colonel and special operations intelligence veteran. He has over 34 years service with combat tours in Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan. A former newspaperman and educator, he is the author of several regional military histories.