Battle for Burma

The campaign in Burma during World War II was a pivotal struggle involving British, Commonwealth, and American-Chinese forces against the Japanese. The harsh tropical environment posed significant challenges, contributing to the intense nature of the conflict. Roy C. Nesbit provides a richly illustrated account, detailing the initial retreat and subsequent counteroffensive that led to key battles at Imphal and Kohima in 1944. This comprehensive narrative highlights the scale of the Allied forces and their eventual success in reclaiming Burma, a crucial moment before the war's conclusion.