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How did Pyle's columns describe soldiers?

  • Dogface infantry

  • Elite forces

  • Generals

  • Pilots

Answer

Dogface infantry was a term coined by Ernie Pyle, a renowned war correspondent, to describe the ordinary soldiers he encountered during World War II. Pyle's columns vividly depicted the lives of these soldiers, highlighting their resilience, camaraderie, and unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. The term "dogface" captured the soldiers' often-unshaven faces and their unwavering determination, reflecting the hardships and challenges they endured on the front lines.
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