Doyle, David

USS Enterprise (CV-6): The :

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ISBN 13:: 9780764360756
author:: Doyle, David
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 128
Dimensions:: 22.8 x 22.8 centimetres
Genre:: History, Military History, World War II,
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 10 working days

£16.11

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The USS Enterprise (CV-6), affectionately known as the "Big E", played a pivotal role in every major action of the Pacific War. This concise history explores the design, development, and deployment of this iconic aircraft carrier, from its wartime activities to its post-war decommissioning and scrapping. Carefully researched photos, many previously unpublished, bring the story to life with clarity and large size. Descriptive captions provide a detailed account of the ship's operations, making it easy for readers to imagine themselves on board. The book delves into the construction, activities, and ultimate fate of this historic warship, shedding light on its impressive record of damage inflicted upon the enemy. With a focus on the USS Enterprise (CV-6), this book offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant aircraft carriers in World War II history.

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