Decision in Korea

Decision in Korea , first published in 1954, is, as the author states, "a reporter's survey" of the Korean conflict from its beginning through the first half year of the armistice. In scope, author Poats provides an excellent overview of the larger military and political aspects of the war, interspersed with personal stories of its fighting men and political leaders. Today, the book remains a useful, clearly written reference for explaining this confusing, tragic conflict. Rutherford Poats was h