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The Pacific War 1941-1943

  • Imprint: Michael Joseph

  • ISBN: 9780718186524

  • Length: 56  Pages

  • Dimensions: 180mm x 10mm x 120mm

  • Weight: 129g

  • RRP: £8.99

The Pacific War 1941-1943

Part of the ALL-NEW LADYBIRD EXPERT SERIES

- Why did Japan attack Pearl Harbour?
- How did the Americans underestimate the Japanese?
- What were 'banzai charges,' and how did the discipline of the Japanese lead to their downfall?

FOLLOW the lethal turns of World War II through the theatre of the Pacific War. From the devastating attack on Pearl Harbour to the decisive triumph of the Allies at Guadalcanal, the entry of Japan and America to the fighting changed the course of World War II completely.

JAPAN'S DEADLY OFFENSIVE, AMERICA'S DECISIVE VICTORY

Written by historian, author and broadcaster James Holland, THE PACIFIC WAR 1941-1943 is an essential, accessible introduction to the battles that defined Pacific conflict in World War II.

  • Imprint: Michael Joseph

  • ISBN: 9780718186524

  • Length: 56  Pages

  • Dimensions: 180mm x 10mm x 120mm

  • Weight: 129g

  • RRP: £8.99

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About the Author

James Holland

James Holland is an award-winning historian, writer, and broadcaster. The author of a number of best-selling histories including Battle of Britain, Dam Busters, and most recently, The War in the West, he has also written nine works of historical fiction, including the Jack Tanner novels. He has presented - and written - a large number of television programmes and series, and is also Co-founder of the Chalke Valley History Festival. He can be found on Twitter as @James1940.

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