Guide to the Japanese Navy's Fleet Organization and Naval Battles: The Structure of Operational Forces

From the Meiji period through the Showa period, Japanese Navy vessels were organized according to a set of rules known as "fleet organization." This book explores how this fleet organization changed at various stages during the Pacific War and the types of naval battles that took place. In particular, it provides detailed information on the "military divisions" or "force departments," such as the "task force," "Malaysia Operation Force," and "5th Air Base Unit," which were used to refer to the ships and military forces that took part in major naval battles. This book is sure to be enjoyed by military enthusiasts, as well as ship model fans looking to expand their collections.