Description
Book SynopsisThe two years covered in the fifth volume of The Papers of George Catlett Marshall were among the most momentous in the life of Army Chief of Staff George C. Marshall-and in the course of the twentieth century. A year of transitions for Marshall, 1945 witnessed the final assault on Nazi Germany and the use of atomic weapons against Japan. Allied forces under the command of Marshall's protege, Dwight D. Eisenhower, had contained Hitler's Ardennes offensive at the beginning of the year and launched the final drive to smash the German regime. The war against Japan seemed far from over, however, and Marshall was deeply involved in planning for the massive and difficult redeployment of troops and materials from Europe to the Pacific. The debate with the U.S. Navy over supreme command of the invasion of Japan continued through the first six months of the year until Marshall secured Douglas A. MacArthur's appointment. In May and June, the chief of staff was involved in the decision to use t
Trade ReviewVolume 5 of the Marshall Papers possesses the same laudable features as its predecessors: selections from a variety of sources; meticulous attention to detail; and numerous helpful aids, including a chronology and excellent illustrations. -- Alan F. Wilt Journal of Military History 2005
Table of ContentsPreface
Guide to Editorial Policies
Illustrations
Chronology: January 1, 1945-January 29, 1947
Part I. Maintaining the Momentum: January 1-April 12, 1945
Part II. A Great Victory: April 12-July 10, 1945
Part III. The Future Peace: July 11-November 27, 1945
Part IV. Inobtrusive Manner: November 27, 1945-April 12, 1946
Part V. In the Middle: April 13-August 31, 1946
Part VI. Greatest Obstacle to Peace: September 1, 1946-January 7, 1947
Appendeix: Principal War Department Officials and Major Theater Commands, January 1945-December 1946
Maps and Charts
Glossary
Index
