naval operations, american

Describes the creation of a new American carrier fleet in the pacific following the attack on Pearl Harbor and its success in blocking enemy expansion and leading the attack on Japan.

This book is the account of a well-to-do man who serves on a minesweeper during World War II, describing the events on the Navy ship Caine and what ultimately led the first mate, Lieutenant Maryk, a man with little schooling or experience, to take command of the vessel from Captain Queeg and the subsequent court-martial of Maryk.

During World War II, Edward Richardson, a vengeful American naval captain relegated to desk duty after losing a battle with a Japanese convoy, takes command of an inexperienced submarine crew and sets out to sink an infamous Japanese destroyer.

An account of the World War II action in the Pacific involving American Navy and Marine airmen, with information on the pilots, planes, carriers and island bases, battles, and combat techniques.

Recounts the events surrounding the August, 1942 Operation Pedestal, a crucial attempt to resupply the island of Malta in which fourteen merchant ships escorted by thirty-three destroyers, seven cruisers, four aircraft carriers, and two battleships were attacked by dive-bombers and crippled, threatening the Allied position in the war.

Chronicles the events surrounding the sinking of the U.S.S. Indianapolis and describes the ordeal the survivors endured.

Presents accounts from veterans of their experiences serving aboard submarines throughout the Pacific during World War II.

Story of the World War II submarine Wahoo, which helped to change the course of the war.

Detailed illustrations and text describe the layout of a World War II aircraft carrier and the living conditions of the crew.