Focusing on the Korean War's critical phase from June 1950 to June 1951, this volume highlights the conflict as primarily a struggle between Koreans, while also addressing Cold War dynamics. Allan R. Millett intricately blends military strategies with civil-military relations, emphasizing the integration of naval and air forces with ground troops. The book offers a comprehensive view of South Korea's military role and incorporates diverse perspectives from key figures such as Mao Zedong and Kim Il-sung. Millett's extensive research provides a nuanced narrative of this pivotal historical event.
Allan Reed Millett Knihy
Allan R. Millett se specializuje na historii americké vojenské politiky a válek dvacátého století. Jeho práce zkoumá vojenské instituce a strategické rozhodování s hlubokým porozuměním historickému kontextu. Jako emeritní profesor na The Ohio State University zasvětil svou kariéru analýze klíčových momentů vojenské historie.
Chronicles the military operations and tactics of World War II in both the European and Pacific theaters from the Sino-Japanese War in 1937 to the surrender of Japan in 1945
Traces the history of the Marine Corps from the American Revolution to the present and reveals how the force has adapted to changing times