War Diary: U.S.S. Alabama, 1942-1944 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258062330)

War Diary: U.S.S. Alabama, 1942-1944 is a historical book written by the U.S. Navy. The book is a detailed account of the activities, operations, and battles of the U.S.S. Alabama, a South Dakota-class battleship that served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. The book is based on the official war diary of the ship, which was maintained by the ship's officers and crew.The book provides a comprehensive and firsthand account of the ship's activities, including its participation in major battles such as the Battle of Guadalcanal, the Battle of the Philippine Sea, and the Battle of Leyte Gulf. It also covers the ship's daily routine, including training exercises, maintenance, and repairs.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of the ship's deployment, and each chapter is accompanied by maps, photographs, and illustrations that help to bring the ship's story to life. The book also includes a glossary of naval terms and a detailed index, making it a valuable resource for historians, naval enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of World War II.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: U. S. Navy
ISBN-10: 125806233X
ISBN-13: 9781258062330
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/16/2011
Pages: 136
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.38d