James Michels: podcast appearances and interviews

James R. Michels was a United States Marine corporal who served during World War II. He participated in the Battle of Iwo Jima as part of the combat patrol that climbed Mount Suribachi and raised the first American flag on February 23, 1945. Michels's wartime service is a notable aspect of his background, and he is also recognized as a crime-thriller author. His experiences in the military and his writing are part of his legacy. Michels was born on January 18, 1918, and passed away on January 17, 1982, just one day before his 64th birthday.