The Battle for Okinawa [Paperback]

Critical acclaim for The Battle for Okinawa

An indispensable account of the fighting and of Okinawa's role in the Japanese defense of the home islands. --The Wall Street Journal

A fascinating, highly intelligent glance behind the Japanese lines. --Kirkus Reviews

The most interesting of the 'last battle of the war' books. --The Washington Post.

A fascinating insider's view of the Japanese command. --Dallas Morning News

COLONEL HIROMICHI YAHARA was the senior staff officer of the 32nd Japanese Army at Okinawa.

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