Could Soviet Union Defeat Japan?
Since my last two threads have been going well I thought I'd put up one final thought. We have discussed Britain/France vs Germany, Britain/France vs Japan and Germany vs Soviet Union.
I am now curious as to the results of a total war between the Soviet Union and Japan?
Background:
- Japan Invades China 1937 and has success similar to OTL
- Japan-Soviet War breaks out either summer 1938, with Battle of Lake Khasan, or summer 1939 with Khalkhin Gol
- Events in Europe will try to stay as similar to OTL as possible. Though obviously there will be butterflies.....
- Japan does not intend to attack Western Allies unless, for some reason, it is forced to do so....
Could the Soviet Union defeat Japan and bring about its unconditional surrender? If so how long would it take? Could Japan by contrast beat the Soviets and implement its Hokushin-ron doctrine? What role will both sides army, navy and air force play? Advantages and disadvantages each side possesses?
Interested in your thoughts.
