The Case of General Yamashita (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436715478)

The Case of General Yamashita is a historical account of the trial of General Tomoyuki Yamashita, a Japanese military commander during World War II. Written by A. Frank Reel, the book details the controversial trial that took place in Manila, Philippines in 1945, where Yamashita was charged with war crimes, specifically for the atrocities committed by his troops in the Philippines. Reel provides a comprehensive analysis of the trial, which was highly controversial due to its questionable legality and the fact that Yamashita was not directly responsible for the crimes committed by his troops. The author delves into the legal arguments put forth by both the prosecution and defense, as well as the political and social factors that influenced the outcome of the trial. The book also explores the larger historical context of the trial, including the aftermath of the war, the role of the United States in the Pacific theater, and the broader issues of justice and accountability in the aftermath of war. Overall, The Case of General Yamashita is a well-researched and thought-provoking account of a significant moment in World War II history, shedding light on the complex legal and ethical issues that arise in the aftermath of war.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: A. Frank Reel
ISBN-10: 1436715474
ISBN-13: 9781436715478
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 332
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d