The Escort Carriers in Action: The Story, in Pictures, of the Escort Carrier Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, 1945 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258509576)

The Escort Carriers In Action: The Story, In Pictures, Of The Escort Carrier Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, 1945 by Gilbert Jr., Price is a comprehensive book that tells the story of the Escort Carrier Force during World War II. The book is filled with striking photographs that capture the action and drama of the Pacific Theater, where the Escort Carrier Force played a vital role in the war effort.The book begins by introducing the reader to the concept of escort carriers and their role in naval warfare. It then goes on to describe the development of the Escort Carrier Force and the challenges that it faced during the war. The book covers key battles and operations, such as the Battle of Leyte Gulf and the Okinawa Campaign, and provides detailed accounts of the actions of individual ships and crews.Throughout the book, the author provides insightful commentary on the tactics and strategies employed by the Escort Carrier Force, as well as the impact that these ships had on the outcome of the war. The book also includes profiles of key personnel, such as Admiral Marc Mitscher, who played a crucial role in the development of the Escort Carrier Force.Overall, The Escort Carriers In Action: The Story, In Pictures, Of The Escort Carrier Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, 1945 is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the Pacific Theater of World War II. With its stunning photographs and detailed accounts of naval operations, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the U.S. Navy and the role that escort carriers played in the war effort.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Price Jr. Gilbert
ISBN-10: 1258509571
ISBN-13: 9781258509576
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2012
Pages: 188
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.50d