Naval Battles of the Second World War: Pacific and Far East

The Second World War was a global conflict, and maritime power played a significant role in every theatre of operations. Leo Marriott's two-volume account of the struggle sets naval actions in the wider strategic context and gives graphic accounts of what happened in each engagement. This second volume concentrates on the epic struggle between the Americans and the Japanese in the Pacific, where some of the most famous naval battles of the conflict took place. The book covers the period from Pearl Harbor to Midway, the long and bloody campaign in the south-west Pacific, and naval operations during the American advance across the central Pacific up to the Battle of Leyte Gulf.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 08 June 2022
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

The Second World War was a vast and intricate global conflict, with maritime power playing a pivotal role in every theater of operations. The success or failure of land campaigns hinged on the ability to transport supplies by sea, and the outcome of naval battles often determined the fate of entire campaigns. In his highly illustrated two-volume account of the war, Leo Marriott takes readers on a comprehensive journey through the naval battles that shaped the course of the conflict.

Volume 2 of the book focuses on the epic struggle between the Americans and the Japanese in the vast expanses of the Pacific. Spanning nearly four years, this campaign witnessed some of the most famous naval battles of the war, including the Battle of Midway and the Battle of the Coral Sea. Marriott's detailed accounts provide a graphic portrayal of the actions that took place on the high seas, showcasing the bravery and skill of the naval personnel involved.

The first part of the book covers the period from Pearl Harbor to Midway, during which the US Navy faced significant challenges and suffered defeats. However, it also showcases the resilience and adaptability of the American military, as they honed their skills and turned a bloody defeat into a hard-won victory. The second part of the book delves into the long and bloody campaign in the south-west Pacific, where the US Navy honed its skills and turned a bloody defeat into a hard-won victory.

The final section of the book focuses on naval operations during the American advance across the central Pacific up to the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the greatest naval battle ever fought. Other actions involving the Royal Navy, which initially faced setbacks but went on to play a major supporting role alongside the US Navy in the Pacific, are also included in this section.

This concise but comprehensive introduction to the naval war emphasizes the sheer scale of the conflict in every sea and showcases the direct impact of each naval battle on the course of the war. Marriott's expert analysis and vivid storytelling make this a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the role of maritime power in World War II.

Weight: 652g
Dimension: 180 x 253 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399098984