Ian W. Toll
Pacific Crucible: War in the Pacific, 1941-1943
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393068139
- author:
- Ian W. Toll
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 640
- Dimensions:
- 23.9 x 16.3 x 4.6 cm
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Pacific Crucible: War in the Pacific 1941-1943 The first six months of World War II in the Pacific were marked by a series of dramatic and pivotal events. The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, and the subsequent Battle of Midway in June 1942, marked a turning point in the conflict. This book tells the story of these early months, when the US Navy overcame its worst defeat to seize the strategic initiative. The narrative is based on eyewitness accounts and primary sources, and provides a detailed and riveting account of heroism and sacrifice on both sides. The Japanese pilots and planes enjoyed an initial advantage, but at a high cost. The production of the Zero fighter plane was labor-intensive, and the pilots endured grueling training. Meanwhile, the American war machine was fully mobilized, and its losses could not be easily replaced. This book also sheds new light on the Japanese decision to provoke a war that few in their highest circles thought they could win. It is a gripping and insightful account of a pivotal moment in history, and a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the Pacific War.
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