Merrill's Marauders

American  

plural noun

1. the U.S. soldiers under the command of Brigadier General Frank Merrill during World War II, noted especially for their skill at jungle fighting in the China-Burma-India theater.

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Etymology

Origin of Merrill's Marauders

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

Originally sent to Puerto Rico, he volunteered, like all of the men in Merrill’s Marauders, for a secretive mission with anticipated casualties of up to 85 percent.

From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2024

As one of Merrill’s Marauders, he discovered and penetrated a weak point in Japanese lines, then rode 30 miles on horseback back to Brig.

From Washington Post • Jun. 12, 2017

Only about 200 of the 3,000 members of the unit known as Merrill’s Marauders survived.

From Washington Times • May 29, 2014

Merrill's Marauders were inspired by Orde Wingate's famous Chindits, special forces who were mostly British, Indian, Gurkha, Chinese and Burmese.

From The Guardian • Nov. 30, 2012

A graduate of West Point, Hilsman served in the Army during World War II and participated in two highly dangerous missions: one as part of Merrill’s Marauders and one that rescued his own father.

From Newsweek