A concise history of United States Naval Aviation during the First World War, focusing on people, planes, and the growing system that made air power possible.
This edition chronicles how naval aviation began with a small nucleus of personnel and equipment, then expanded to patrols over European waters and major training hubs. It highlights the bold pioneers, the imperfect but evolving machines, and the administrative leadership that organized production, stations, and operations across the globe. The narrative emphasizes the teamwork between officers, enlisted personnel, and supporters who built a functional air service in a short time.
- Learn about the early pilots and the first naval aviators who paved the way.
- See how training, aircraft, and bases grew from a handful of planes to a global network.
- Understand the administrative framework that kept operations moving under pressure.
- Grasp the scale and scope of naval air activities in wartime, from home waters to international fronts.
Ideal for readers of military and naval history who want a clear, accessible view of how American naval aviation emerged and carried out its duties during the war.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This exhilarating account chronicles the riveting exploits of the United States Naval Air Service during World War I. Following the nation's hasty entry into the conflict in 1917, the Naval Air Service rapidly expanded, training aviators and assembling fleets of seaplanes with incredible speed. The book vividly recounts the heroic missions undertaken by these pioneering aviators, from daring patrols that decimated German U-boats to perilous bombing raids deep into enemy territory. Through the personal stories of these brave young men, the book explores the evolution of naval aviation and its critical role in shaping the course of the war. It highlights the technological advancements, strategic decisions, and human sacrifices that contributed to the ultimate Allied victory. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332958719_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332958719
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332958719
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 308 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 26922281/2
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