The book "Kaigun Strategy Tactics and Technology in the Imperial Japanese Navy 1887-1941" provides a comprehensive overview of the strategic and tactical development of the Imperial Japanese Navy during this period, focusing on the evolution of technology and its impact on naval warfare. The book explores how the navy's reliance on traditional strategy and tactics, combined with new technologies such as submarines, aircraft carriers, and radar, shaped the course of World War II. The book begins by examining the early years of the Japanese navy, established in 1887, and its initial focus on coastal defense and naval infantry operations. As Japan expanded its empire and became increasingly involved in international affairs, the navy began to modernize and adapt new technologies to meet the changing needs of the nation. This included the development of submarines, which were initially seen as a threat to the navy's traditional emphasis on surface ships but eventually became an essential component of its fleet. During the interwar period, the Japanese navy continued to evolve and expand its technological capabilities, investing heavily in aircraft carriers and other advanced technologies. This allowed them to project power beyond their borders and establish themselves as a major naval power. However, the outbreak of World War II brought a new set of challenges, as the navy found itself facing off against the United States and other powerful navies.

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