OSPREY Warrior 95: Japanese Infantryman 1937-45 Sword of the Empire

Description: OSPREY Warrior 95: Japanese Infantryman 1937-45 Sword of the Empire Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK)Publication Date: 2005Binding: PaperbackIllustrator: Welply, MichaelThis book examines in detail the Japanese Infantryman who was, despite comparisons with the notorious German Waffen SS, an enigma to Westerners. Brutal in its treatment of prisoners as well as the inhabitants of the areas that it conquered, the Imperial Japanese Army also had exacting standards for its own men - strict codes of honor compelled Japanese soldiers to fight to the death against the more technologically advanced Allies. Identifying the ways in which the Japanese soldier differed from his Western counterpart, the author explores concepts such as Bushido, Seppuku, Shiki and Hakko Ichi-u in order to understand what motivated Japanese warriors. Synopsis: This book examines in detail the Japanese Infantryman who was, despite comparisons with the notorious German Waffen SS of World War II (1939-1945), an enigma to Westerners. Brutal in its treatment of prisoners as well as the inhabitants of the areas that it conquered, the Imperial Japanese Army also had exacting standards for its own men - strict codes of honor compelled Japanese soldiers to fight to the death against the more technologically advanced Allies. Identifying the ways in which the Japanese soldier differed from his Western counterpart, the author explores concepts such as Bushido, Seppuku, Shiki and Hakko Ichi-u in order to understand what motivated Japanese warriors. *DISCLAIMER NOTES: 1) PHOTOS: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU INSPECT ALL PICTURES.WE MAY INCLUDE STOCK IMAGES FOR BETTER REPRESENTATION.WE WILL ALWAYS INCLUDE PICTURES OF THE ITEM THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE WHEN POSSIBLE. IF WE HAVE MULTIPLES OF THE SAME ITEM THE PICTURES WILL BE STOCK PHOTOS.2) CONDITION: Due to age and storage, the package may have some shelf wear, dings, and dents. Any significant damage or defects will be noted below.3) PRICE REFLECTS: THE CONDITION, RARITY AND COLLECTABILITY

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