The West Point Atlas of War: World War II, The Pacific

by United States Military Academy (contributor), Vincent J. Esposito (Editor)

Originally published in 1959 as part of a two-volume set, The West Point Atlas of World War II The Pacific provides a unique way of studying military history. From the major Japanese drives in 1937 to Japan's surrender, detailed maps delineate the course of the many conflicts that defined World War II. Thye also create a fascinating visual tribute to the ingenuity of troop movements by detailing the progress of forces from day to day (and sometimes from hour to hour). The accompanying text provides insight into the many twists and turns of the war, as well as the motivation of the leaders directing the troops who carried them out. Considered a classic of military history, the original volumes were prepared by distinguished members of the Department of Military Art and Engineering at the U.S. Military Academy and used as instructional tools for the cadets. This mammouth and invaluable work was created under the direction of Brigadier General Vincent J. Esposito, a faculty member at West Point for more than twenty years. His highly respected endeavor allows readers to easily follow the entire course of a campaign or battle in detail while gaining a greater understanding of the Pacific theater during World War II.

Genres: History, Military Fiction, World War II, Nonfiction, Military History

128 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2007

About the author

The United States Military Academy's mission is to educate, train and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the nation as an officer in the United States Army.

The Academy provides a superb four-year education, which focuses on the leader development of cadets in the academic, military, and physical domains, all underwritten by adherence to a code of honor.

Reviews

[Doninaz · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this reference as a graphical companion for "The Conquering Tide: War in the Pacific Islands, 1942-1944," which was the second in a trilogy. I am saving the reference for use with the third installment, due for publication on July 20, 2020.

[Federico Lucifredi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great way to study the Pacific war, and an essential reference when reading other books that come without maps.

This is a reprint of a 1959 volume. There are a lot of used copies out there if you don't want to shell out for the full price.