In both oral and written instructions, the Japanese have placed great emphasis on such subjects as “military discipline,” “improving morale,” “reforms in the service,” “improvement of fighting power,” “dying for the Emperor,” and “brotherly teamwork” between individuals, units, and the various arms and services. However, the state of morale and combat qualities desired by Japanese leaders are frequently missing. This is borne out by our observers in the field, by documentary evidence, and by prisoners of war. The good characteristics of the individual Japanese soldier are summed up as follows:     a. Physically, he is hardy and strong.     b. In prepared defenses, he usually is tenacious unto … Continue reading U.S. Military Intelligence Service