FAQ About Yamamoto Isoroku
What was Yamamoto Isoroku's view on war with the United States?
Yamamoto Isoroku was acutely aware of the industrial and military might of the United States from his time spent there, and he was initially opposed to going to war against the US. He predicted that Japan could have early victories but warned that a prolonged conflict would be disastrous for Japan due to the overwhelming production capacity and resources of the United States. His famous quote suggested that after the initial successes, he foresaw "a long war without victory."
