Title: Shōkan, Hirohito's samurai
Description: This is a study of the Shokan -- the Japanese counterparts of the German and Allied General and Flag Officers during World War II. This book enables the reader to chart the careers of Japanese military leaders, their part in the strategy and structure of their country, their feats of bravery and cruelty, and, where known, their eventual fate.
Subjects: Japan. Kaigun, Generals, Officers, Japan, History, Biography, Japan. Rikugun, Samurai, Military History, Armed Forces
Places: Japan
Time periods: 20th century