It was very educational, with many sidebars to explain context. While not openly argumentative, Kozak is obviously biased towards Lemay’s side of the story. He puts down negative descriptions, and elevates the positives of Lemay’s life. It also offers some opinions on the Lemay Doctrines. It is obvious that Kozak agrees with its usage in World War II, but is glad it was not implemented during the Cuban Missile Crisis. I share his opinions. The book was not a difficult read because I have read many other books on World War II, but some of the references to the post-war nuclear age required some research. Many things Kozak has explained within the book itself. Looking back on the book, I’m glad I read it. I feel I have learned something about Lemay, World War II, and the Cold War, all in one book. Also, I feel Kozak made a good choice for a cover photograph. On the surface, Lemay seems to be a brute, but inside, the choices he made were ones he thought were the best for those under his
It was very educational, with many sidebars to explain context. While not openly argumentative, Kozak is obviously biased towards Lemay’s side of the story. He puts down negative descriptions, and elevates the positives of Lemay’s life. It also offers some opinions on the Lemay Doctrines. It is obvious that Kozak agrees with its usage in World War II, but is glad it was not implemented during the Cuban Missile Crisis. I share his opinions. The book was not a difficult read because I have read many other books on World War II, but some of the references to the post-war nuclear age required some research. Many things Kozak has explained within the book itself. Looking back on the book, I’m glad I read it. I feel I have learned something about Lemay, World War II, and the Cold War, all in one book. Also, I feel Kozak made a good choice for a cover photograph. On the surface, Lemay seems to be a brute, but inside, the choices he made were ones he thought were the best for those under his