Shokan: Hirohito's Samurai

by Richard Fuller

This is a study of the Shokan - the Japanese counterparts of the German and Allied General and Flag Officers during World War II. This book enables the reader to chart the careers of Japanese military leaders, their part in the strategy and structure of their country, their feats of bravery and cruelty, and, where known, their eventual fate.

352 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1992

Reviews

[Ian Chapman · Rating 4 out of 5]

An unusual work, giving short biographies of senior Japanese officers. Some inaccuracies, such as stating a German decoration as unique when it was also awarded to at least one contemporary Spanish general. The author also wrote a work on Japanese swords, and here gives details of swords surrendered. Some editing might have made the chapter on organisational structure more accessible; too complex for me to want to work out!