James Thurlow was my high school history teacher who gave me a deep and abiding interest in the subject. I was aware of Setsuko Thurlow's story in general terms and am
pleased to know more of its details. Many commentators on this thread seem intent on pointing fingers of blame for the causes of the Pacific War without considering larger themes. Readers are encouraged to read James Bradley's Imperial Cruise which deal with some of these.
UBC is the home of the James and Setsuko Scholarship in Peace and Disarmament Studies, a worthy legacy.