The Case Of General Yamashita - Paperback

by A. Frank Reel (Author)

The Case of General Yamashita is a non-fiction book written by A. Frank Reel. The book explores the controversial trial of General Tomoyuki Yamashita, a Japanese military commander during World War II, who was accused of war crimes committed by his troops in the Philippines. The trial was held in 1945 and was the first time a high-ranking Japanese officer was tried for war crimes. Reel provides a detailed account of the trial, including the arguments made by both the prosecution and defense, as well as the testimonies of witnesses. He also delves into the political and historical context of the trial, examining the role of the United States in the Philippines during the war and the broader issue of war crimes trials. The book raises important questions about justice and accountability in times of war, and the challenges of prosecuting individuals for crimes committed by others under their command. It also sheds light on the complex and often fraught relationship between the United States and Japan in the aftermath of World War II. Overall, The Case of General Yamashita is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in the history of World War II, international law, and the complexities of war crimes trials.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.