Contents

Chapters in this book

1. Front Matter i
2. Contents v
3. Abbreviations vii
4. Preface ix
5. Acknowledgments xv
6. Introduction 3
7. Slit-Trench Attitude 18
8. A Lot of Good Men Died 32
9. Domain of the Golden Dragon 47
10. Rice Burners and katcoms 62
11. Keeping the Gunners in Good Training 77
12. Pucker Factor 93
13. Butcher’s Bill 108
14. Permanent Souvenirs 125
15. Forgotten People 142
16. Rum and Coke 157
17. Conclusion 175
18. Notes 181
19. Bibliography 219
20. Index 229