The Reconquest of Burma 1944–45
From Operation Capital to the Sittang Bend
(Author) Robert LymanThis work explores the dramatic battles and operations to wrest back control of Burma from the Japanese, including river crossings, the crucial battle for Mandalay, and armoured, long-range penetration and guerrilla operations.
Robert Lyman
Robert Lyman is a British military historian and author, known for his detailed and engaging works on World War II. His most notable works include "The Longest Siege: Tobruk, 1941" and "Operation Suicide: The Remarkable Story of the Cockleshell Raid". Lyman is praised for his meticulous research and vivid storytelling, bringing to life the heroism and sacrifices of those who fought in the war. He has made significant contributions to the genre of military history, shedding light on lesser-known battles and operations. His most famous work, "Operation Suicide", details the daring and audacious mission of British commandos during the war.