This "outline" was written with a certain scope in mind and cannot, of course, replace a "history", of which there are Japanese works with up to 12 and 14 volumes. Readers will therefore undoubtedly notice significant gaps and find descriptions, where too much previous knowledge may have been required, or which are too long or too short. Because it can be assumed that the history of the IJN in the 20th Century is better known than its "prehistory" and its structure during the 19th Century, more space has been given to this period and field of subject. Training has also been emphasized since it formed the basis of the structure.
Due to the expected smaller readership, this German edition has been slightly shortened by the author compared to the English edition. Anyone who wants to enjoy the book in its entirety should therefore refer to the English edition.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Lengerer, Hans
Title
Outline History of the Imperial Japanese Navy 1869-1945
Details
English text, paperback, 199 bw- and colour photos, large format. 347 pages.
