A History of Carrier Aviation and Its Influence on World Events Vol. 1: 1909-1945
Polmar. A definitive history of world aircraft carrier development and operations, this first volume emphasizes carriers in action, from World War I through the Japanese strikes against China in the 1930s and World War II in all theaters of operation. Coverage even includes significant aircraft and commanders. 480 pages; 205 B&W photographs and maps, many never before published; 8½"x 11", hardcover.