Aircraft Carriers and Naval Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of: An illustrated history of aircraft carriers and the naval aircraft that launch from ... through to today's modern warships and jets.

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This meticulously researched and illustrated book focuses on the evolution of aircraft carriers and naval aircraft. It features chronological histories and comprehensive directories of the world’s most important aviation ships and aircraf t, including the first ships to launch primitive aircraft; biplanes that were catapulted from converted destroyers; modern warships capable of carrying jets and helicopters; and state-of-the-art jets that are unique for their vertical take-off ability. With more than 1100 magnificent photographs, this book provides historians and enthusiasts with key information about the world’s greatest aircraft carriers and naval aircraft.• A comprehensive illustrated history, from the first airships and zeppelins through to today’s warships and jets • Includes two directories covering 170 aircraft carriers and 130 aircraft, from the Nimitz-class aircraft carriers to the Supermarine Spitfire and the MiG-29K • Includes full specification details for every vessel and aircraft, and a technical glossary explaining key military terms and abbreviations Review: The World Encyclopedia of Aircraft Carriers and Naval Aircraft: An Illustrated History - I received my book on the 16th of December in good condition. To begin with it’s a small size book that is a GENERAL consensus of information on the subject matter!! I have numerous books that I use to compare various information from book to book!! This process is interesting for me to see if some updated information has emerged through the years!! My father was a World War II veteran and I like to see how he survived with Axis armaments and the US!! The irony is that World War II had many Nations joined in an effort to fight in a COMMON cause and now are so divided on many issues!!! Some how with World War II did not teach HUMANITY any lessons?? Review: Overall a pretty good reference book - Completed my collection