Noel L. Leathers reflects on his experiences in the Pacific War as a Marine Interpreter. Reflections on the Pacific War is the work of one man, written from two perspectives. Its core is the first-hand account of a young Marine, Lieutenant Noel Leathers, interviewing Japanese prisoners of war. The immediacy of the narrative is put into context by the second perspective. History Professor Dr. Noel Leathers' broader view is seen through the lens of time, as he explores the cultural influences that formed Japan, led the country to war, and shaped the nation we see today.