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This week on What’s The Scuttlebutt, Don and Dennis are joined by returning guest and author Dan King to dive deep into his latest book, The Iron Graves of Saipan: Firsthand Accounts of the Japanese 9th Tank Regiment from Manchuria to the Mariana Islands. Dan brings a rare and gripping perspective on World War II, drawing from firsthand accounts, personal records, and meticulous research to tell the largely untold story of the Japanese 9th Tank Regiment. The book traces the unit’s journey from its early days in Manchuria to its devastating final stand during the Battle of Saipan—one of the most brutal and decisive battles of the Pacific Theater. We talk about the human side of war, armored warfare in the Pacific, how these stories were uncovered, and why preserving voices from all sides of history matters. If you’re into military history, WWII, or powerful firsthand storytelling, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.