Federal Stimulus being put to good use I see!

[PeriscopeDepth]

Originally Posted by SUBMAN1

Who ya gonna believe? The speculators on history? Or words taken from the horses mouth as to why the Japanese should now invade? The thought was abbandoned on Yamamoto's recomendation. He also pushed for not attacking Pearl Harbour, but lost that battle.

At least I presented something. Why not give me backup of your opinions with Japanese history taken from the Japanese at the time? Opinions are pretty much worthless here it seems. And common I might add. Link me to hisotric speeches done by the Japanese during WWII!!! I see 'none'.

-S

http://www.ibiblio.org/hyperwar/AMH/AMH/AMH-23.html

Japan entered World War II with limited aims and with the intention of fighting a limited war.

They never planned to invade the United States during WWII. They never intended to fight a prolonged battle, as they knew they couldn't win such a fight. They intended to knock the American fleet out, grab what resources they could in SE Asia, and negotiate a peace on favorable terms.

By the way, I highly reccomend "Sea of Thunder: Four Commanders and the Last Great Naval campaign 1941-1945" by Evan Thomas. Very readable, shows the campaign from both sides using personal documents from several commanders.

PD