Soldiers of the Sea: The Story of the United States Marine Corps is a book written by Willis John Abbot in 1918. The book is a comprehensive history of the United States Marine Corps, from its origins in the American Revolution to its role in World War I. Abbot covers the Corps' involvement in various conflicts, including the Barbary Wars, the Mexican-American War, and the Spanish-American War. He also discusses the Corps' evolution as a fighting force, its unique culture and traditions, and its contributions to American military history. The book is well-researched and written in an engaging style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Marine Corps or the United States military.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.