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Could the Pacific War of WW2 Have Been Entirely Avoided if Not For U.S. Diplomats in Over Their Heads?

Aug 29, 2023
Discover the inside story of the events leading to the Pacific War of WW2, including failed diplomacy, miscommunications, and blunders. Explore the influence of powerful leaders, the role of China, and the fatal mistakes made by Japan. Delve into the significance of carriers and the Battle of Midway as turning points in the war. Learn about the bravery of U.S. diplomats and the implications of the Pacific War for informed citizens.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Events Leading to the Pearl Harbor Attack
02:23 • 18min
3
The Possibility of Avoiding the Pacific War
20:14 • 2min
4
The Factors and Figures of the Pacific War
22:25 • 12min
5
The Significance of Carriers and the Battle of Midway in the Pacific War
34:32 • 3min
6
The Battle of Midway: Bravery and Strategic Decisions
37:05 • 7min
7
The Avoidability of the Pacific War of WW2 and its Implications for Informed Citizens
43:59 • 2min