Summary
Leon Cooper, a combat veteran of the Pacific War, explains why five major Pacific War battles were not needed to defeat the Japanese, hence resulting in more than 100,000 tragically needless US casualties. The author participated in most of these battles, thus is able to offer a firsthand account of what went wrong.
About the Author
Leon Cooper was Boat Group Commander of his ship, leading Higgins Boats carrying assault troops in invasions of a number of Japanese-held islands. He has had a varied career in civilian life: inventor, with patented products used throughout the world, including one that tests fire alarm systems aboard all commercial aircraft; CEO of his own computer company; CFO of major corporations; now a successful writer, including co-author of an award-winning screenplay.
