FOR A GREATER REALM, VOLUME 1: The Royal Thai Army at War 1940-1945

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Details how Thailand demanded the return of 'lost provinces' in Laos and Cambodia that had been ceded to Indochina half a century earlier. What followed was a border war with Vichy that culminated in Japanese mediation and the territories' return. Covers the border war with Vichy France of 1940-41 and is accompanied by the Royal Thai Army's orders of battle up to mid-1941, as well as a detailed overview of uniforms up until 1945. Contains 130 black and white photos, 8 color photos, 6 color illustrations, 6 color profiles, 15 tables, and 4 maps.