FAQ About Yamamoto Isoroku
Why did Yamamoto Isoroku favor a surprise attack strategy?
Yamamoto Isoroku advocated for a surprise attack strategy due to Japan's perception of being outmatched by American industrial strength and naval power. He believed that a swift, decisive strike on the US Pacific Fleet would incapacitate American naval operations and provide Japan with time to consolidate its gains in Southeast Asia. Yamamoto understood that Japan could not sustain a prolonged conflict and sought to change the balance of power quickly in Japan's favor.
