Meanings

scorched-earth strategy (tactics)

landing operations

psychological tactics

first match (in a series)

tankman

game with many hits

close combat

state of war

strategic air force

win-loss records (between two participants)

regularly scheduled game

decisive battle of brief duration

pitching duel

Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945)

war of independence

championship tournament

Meijin-sen (annual professional shogi title match)

deciding match (in a competition for a cup (pennant))

artillery battle

chemical warfare