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The Japanese Submarine Force and World War II (Bluejacket Books),Used
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When first published in 1995, this book was hailed as an absolutely indispensable contribution to the history of the Pacific War. Drawing heavily from Japanese sources and American wartime intercepts of secret Japanese radio messages, a noted American naval historian and a Japanese mariner painstakingly recorded and evaluated a diverse array of material about Japan's submarines in World War II. The study begins with the development of the first Japanese 103ton Hollandtype submergible craft in 1905 and continues through the 1945 surrender of the largest submarine in the world at the time, the 5300ton I400 class that carried three airplanes. Submarine weapons, equipment, personnel, and shore support systems are discussed first in the context of Japanese naval preparations for war and later during the war. Both successes and missed opportunities are analyzed in operations ranging from the California coast through the Pacific and Indian Oceans to the coast of Germanoccupied France. Appendixes include lists of Japanese submarine losses and the biographies of key Japanese submarine officers. Rare illustrations and specifically commissioned operational maps enhance the text.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Japanese Submarine Force and World War II'? A: The book primarily focuses on the history and operations of the Japanese submarine force during World War II, utilizing both Japanese sources and American wartime intelligence.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Carl Boyd, a noted American naval historian.
- Q: What type of information does this book provide? A: It provides detailed analysis of Japanese submarine development, operations, weaponry, and key personnel involved during the war.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a naval background? A: Yes, while it contains in-depth historical analysis, the writing is accessible to general readers interested in naval history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 15, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 296 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: Yes, the book includes rare illustrations and specifically commissioned operational maps to enhance the text.
- Q: What features does the book highlight regarding Japanese submarines? A: It highlights the development, operational successes, and missed opportunities of Japanese submarines throughout World War II.
- Q: Are there any appendixes included in the book? A: Yes, appendixes include lists of Japanese submarine losses and biographies of key submarine officers.