WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Propaganda Book / 1942 Pacific War Report

  

WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Official War Booklet (1942). Title: "The Greater East Asia War and the Imperial Navy - Volume 2". Issued on May 12, 1942 (Showa 17), this rare wartime booklet was compiled by the Naval Press Department of the Imperial Headquarters (Daihonei Kaigun Hodo-bu).

Not for sale-distribution was limited to Navy personnel and affiliates. This visually rich volume includes. Full-color illustrations of naval battles, including a dramatic painting of the Pearl Harbor attack.

Strategic war maps of the Pacific and Southeast Asia. Black-and-white photos of warships, aircraft, and battle scenes. Reports on submarine warfare, surprise attacks, and special assault units. Released shortly after Japan's early conquests in the Pacific War, this publication served to glorify Imperial Navy operations and morale. These materials were part of the Empire's official narrative during the height of its expansion.

Stamped with "Gift to Akita Naval Volunteers Group" and commanding officer's name. Condition: Shows age-related wear, foxing, stains, stamps, and slight warping. A powerful primary source from the Pacific War-a compelling piece for collectors of WWII propaganda, naval history, or Japanese wartime publications.

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