Tidal Wave: From Leyte Gulf to Tokyo Bay – An Epic Naval History

By Ian W. Toll

In the annals of naval history, no battle looms larger than the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Fought in the waters off the Philippines in October 1944, it was the largest naval battle in history, involving over 200 ships and 1,000 aircraft. The outcome of the battle was a decisive victory for the United States, and it marked the beginning of the end of the Japanese Empire.

Tidal Wave: From Leyte Gulf to Tokyo Bay

by Thomas McKelvey Cleaver

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Language	:	English
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In his gripping new book, Tidal Wave, Ian W. Toll tells the full story of the Battle of Leyte Gulf, from its planning stages to its aftermath. Drawing on a wealth of new research, Toll provides a detailed and vivid account of the battle, capturing the drama and excitement of the fighting.

Toll's book is more than just a military history. It is also a human story, about the sailors who fought and died in the battle. Toll tells the stories of the American sailors who manned the ships of the U.S. Navy, as well as the Japanese sailors who fought for their emperor.

Tidal Wave is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, World War II, or the Pacific War. It is a gripping and unforgettable account of one of the most important battles in history.

Praise for Tidal Wave

"Ian W. Toll has written the definitive account of the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Tidal Wave is a masterpiece of naval history, a gripping and unforgettable account of one of the most important battles in history." – John Keegan, author of The Second World War

"Toll's Tidal Wave is a magnificent achievement. It is the most comprehensive and authoritative account of the Battle of Leyte Gulf ever written." – James M. McPherson, author of Battle Cry of Freedom

"A tour de force. Tidal Wave is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, World War II, or the Pacific War." – David M. Glantz, author of The Soviet-German War 1941-1945

About the Author

Ian W. Toll is a historian and author specializing in naval history. He is the author of several books, including Six Frigates: The Epic History of the Founding of the U.S. Navy, which won the Pulitzer Prize for History in 2007.

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Tidal Wave: From Leyte Gulf to Tokyo Bay

by Thomas McKelvey Cleaver

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	19721 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	339 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE