warships

Presents a chronological examination of what happened as the war went on. It offers readers an accessible summary of the experiences for those who lived through it-a story told from the perspective of soldiers, generals, nurses, politicians and civilians and evidenced in the artworks, primary sources and memoirs of its players.

On December 7, 1941 the Japanese military launched a surprise attack on the American Naval base at Pearl Harbor. In this book, authors Nathan Anthony and Robert Gardner offer a clear description of the attack on Pearl Harbor, from early Japanese spying operations to a detailed account of the key events of that fateful day.

This volume provides readers with a comprehensive examination of World War II.

Featuring fact boxes and Web sites, this book describes the history of warships from the time of sails to modern day battleships.

Traces the development of fighting ships from the war galleys launched by the Greeks and Persians to those used today.

An introduction to what the US Navy is, what recruits do, and jobs soldiers could learn. Includes descriptions of missions to save a fishing crew from pirates and to keep the oil shipping lane open.

The history of Naval Warships during the 20th Century.