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Downfall
Book • 1999
In 'Downfall: The End of the Imperial Japanese Empire', Richard B. Frank meticulously examines the last months of World War II, challenging myths about Japan's readiness to surrender and the necessity of the atomic bombs.
Using newly declassified documents, Frank argues that the bombs were a logical military decision, saving lives on both sides by avoiding a bloody invasion.
The book provides a comprehensive account of the strategic and diplomatic efforts during this period.
Using newly declassified documents, Frank argues that the bombs were a logical military decision, saving lives on both sides by avoiding a bloody invasion.
The book provides a comprehensive account of the strategic and diplomatic efforts during this period.
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Mentioned by Dan Carlin when discussing the Japanese Navy's assessment of the war's outcome after the Battle of Midway.
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