FORGOTTEN WAR

FORGOTTEN WAR

by Brian E. Walter.

Throughout the Far East & the Pacific, the land, sea & air battles in the war between the Allies & Japan has often been covered by books focusing on particular elements or campaigns.

Here aided by some very helpful tables, the author provides a wide ranging & highly researched account covering many different theatres, whilst taking a look at the military strengths & the tactics used by both the Allied & Axis countries.

From the end of the first world war what remained of many countries armed forces were cut & the men demobilised. Brian's engaging narrative then explains how these countries transitioned into the fighting strengths of the second world war, through to the surrender of Japan in 1945 & the end of the conflict. 

 

Some of the battles covered were thought of as being solely between American & Japanese forces. Interestingly the author reveals that there was also involvement by British & Commonwealth forces too, albeit sometimes in a lesser role that has over time been 'forgotten'.

The fight against the Japanese is an important part of the second world war. Yet despite this, my own reading hasn't concentrated enough on these campaigns.

I have certainly found this book to be of huge benefit, not just in learning so much more, but it has provided an incentive to want to push on & read more.

This review copy is the first of three books written by Brian that I now possess. I have recently bought two others based on some glowing online reviews. 

From my own personal experience of 'Forgotten War', I can honestly say that I am really looking forward to picking up those in the near future, for this book has been an absolute pleasure to read.

The hardback version of 'Forgotten War' is available now, published by Casemate. 

I thank Casemate UK for this review copy.