SUNSTRUCK GIANT, VOLUME 1: The Sino-Japanese War of 1894-95

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Presents a thorough military history of the conflict, detailing its campaigns, battles, and key figures. Drawing on previously untranslated Chinese sources, it is the first English-language work to provide a truly comprehensive view of both sides in this often-forgotten war. Examines in detail the specific strategic, tactical, and individual actions and decisions of both combatants. Lays the essential foundation for understanding the conflict, analyzing the organization, leadership, doctrine, and equipment of the Qing and Imperial Japanese armed forces on the eve of war. It examines the structure, development, and performance of the principal Chinese and Japanese armies and navies, reconstructing their uniforms, ranks, and weapon systems in unprecedented detail. Includes extensive color artwork of Chinese uniforms, flags, and equipment, many reconstructed from private and museum collections, together with detailed coverage of Imperial Japanese Army uniforms. Contains 12 pages of color illustrations, 22 black and white photos and illustrations, as well as tables throughout.