Rice and Salt: A History of the Defense and Occupation of Mindanao During World War II (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258489236)

Rice And Salt: A History Of The Defense And Occupation Of Mindanao During World War II is a book written by John Hugh McGee. The book is a detailed account of the events that took place during the Japanese occupation of Mindanao, a large island in the southern part of the Philippines, during World War II. The book begins with a brief history of Mindanao and its cultural diversity, and then goes on to describe the events leading up to the Japanese invasion in 1941. It covers the initial defense of the island by American and Filipino forces, the subsequent Japanese occupation, and the resistance movements that emerged in response.The author also provides an in-depth analysis of the strategies employed by both sides during the conflict, including the use of guerrilla warfare and the role of propaganda. He also explores the impact of the war on the local population, particularly the Muslim communities in Mindanao.Rice And Salt: A History Of The Defense And Occupation Of Mindanao During World War II is a well-researched and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the war in the Pacific. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, the Philippines, or the impact of war on civilian populations.Additional Contributors Are Gertrude Mohrmann, Lieutenant Adan, Wildredo Santiago, And Mary Anne McGee.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Hugh McGee
ISBN-10: 1258489236
ISBN-13: 9781258489236
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/06/2012
Pages: 262
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d