It has been over sixty years since the end of World War II. With the advantage of hindsight, William Hopkins returns to the Pacific Theatre to discuss the strategy, politics, and players that shaped the conflict and ultimately defeated the Japanese.

Addressing such questions as why there were two separate American operations in the Pacific and how Washington politics affected operations, the author tries to show how this multifaceted war unfolded on many fronts.

It is a complex topic and one that has been written about by many other historians. Hopkins provides a new perspective that looks beyond individual battles and diverse military personalities to give the reader a broader understanding of the Pacific campaign and why it succeeded.

A collection of over sixty black and white photos and diagrams are included in this volume that anyone interested in military history will want to read.