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Explore the exceptional narrative of Japan's sweeping military campaigns in the Far East from 1941 to 1942 with 'Japan Triumphant: The Far East Campaign 1941-1942' by Philip Jowett. This meticulously crafted paperback, featuring 184 pages of detailed wartime history, showcases over 200 stunning photographs, many previously unpublished. Delve into the extraordinary ambitions behind Japan's offensive, including pivotal events like the infamous raid on Pearl Harbor and the strategic conquest of Singapore. Witness the fierce confrontations involving not just Japanese forces but also the American, Dutch, Filipino, and British armies, including Indian, Malay, and Burmese troops. Philip Jowett provides a vivid account that encapsulates the character of the war across land, sea, and air. Readers will gain insights into the military tactics, equipment, and conditions endured by soldiers during this tumultuous period. With rare images that highlight the preparation and relentless advancement of Japanese forces, this book serves as an invaluable resource for enthusiasts of Second World War history and the significant, yet often overlooked, events in the Far East. Ideal for students, historians, and military enthusiasts, 'Japan Triumphant: The Far East Campaign 1941-1942' delivers a compelling visual narrative that enriches your understanding of this pivotal moment in history. Brand new condition, published by Pen & Sword Books Ltd, available for fast delivery.
By Jowett, Philip
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages 184
Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd
The Japanese offensive in the Far East in 1941-2 was extraordinary in its ambition for their aim was to advance across the entire region. They clashed with an array of forces in a series of lightning campaigns that included famous episodes like the raid on Pearl Harbor and the conquest of Singapore. Among the opposing armies were those of the Americans, Dutch and Filipinos as well as the British imperial forces which included the Indians, Malays and Burmese. Philip Jowett in this vivid photographic history covers the whole course of the offensive, portraying not only the Japanese military which achieved such incredible success but the armies they overwhelmed. In a sequence of over 200 wartime photographs - many of which have not been published before - he focuses on the land, sea and air fighting as the Japanese occupied so much of the region. Rare images of the Japanese forces as they prepared for war and then made seemingly unstoppable progress are matched by a selection of images of the armies they surprised and vanquished. The book gives a powerful impression of the character of the war in the area and records the appearance, equipment and weaponry of the armies involved and the conditions in which they fought. The book is a particularly valuable addition to the literature on the Second World War in the Far East because it draws attention to important events, like the conquest of the Dutch East Indies, which are often overlooked. AUTHOR: Philip Jowett has been writing military history si
By Jowett, Philip
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages 184
Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd
The Japanese offensive in the Far East in 1941-2 was extraordinary in its ambition for their aim was to advance across the entire region. They clashed with an array of forces in a series of lightning campaigns that included famous episodes like the raid on Pearl Harbor and the conquest of Singapore. Among the opposing armies were those of the Americans, Dutch and Filipinos as well as the British imperial forces which included the Indians, Malays and Burmese. Philip Jowett in this vivid photographic history covers the whole course of the offensive, portraying not only the Japanese military which achieved such incredible success but the armies they overwhelmed. In a sequence of over 200 wartime photographs - many of which have not been published before - he focuses on the land, sea and air fighting as the Japanese occupied so much of the region. Rare images of the Japanese forces as they prepared for war and then made seemingly unstoppable progress are matched by a selection of images of the armies they surprised and vanquished. The book gives a powerful impression of the character of the war in the area and records the appearance, equipment and weaponry of the armies involved and the conditions in which they fought. The book is a particularly valuable addition to the literature on the Second World War in the Far East because it draws attention to important events, like the conquest of the Dutch East Indies, which are often overlooked. AUTHOR: Philip Jowett has been writing military history si