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The US Navy in World War II (Elite) Paperback – January 25, 2002

by Mark Henry (Author), Ramiro Bujeiro (Illustrator)

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Osprey's examination of the United States Navy during World War II (1939-1945). In 1941 the US Navy had 17 battleships - of which eight would be knocked out on the first day of the war - four aircraft carriers, and about 340,000 men including reservists. Pearl Harbor so weakened it that it was unable to prevent the Japanese capture of the Philippines and a vast sweep of Pacific islands. By 1945 it was the strongest navy the world had ever seen, with nearly 100 carriers, 41,000 aircraft and 3.3 million men; the unrivalled master of air-sea and amphibious operations, it was poised to invade Japan's home islands after reducing her fleet to scrap and her Pacific empire to impotence and starvation. This extraordinary story is illustrated here with dramatic photos, and nine meticulous colour plates showing a wide range of USN uniforms.

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An unrivalled illustrated reference source on fighting men and commanders, past and present. Each volume is packed with full colour artwork, making military history uniquely accessible to enthusiasts of all ages.

About the Author

Mark R. Henry is a lifelong student of military history and an experienced re-enactor of many periods. He served in the US Army as a signals officer 1981-90, in Germany, Texas and Korea. He holds a BA degree in History and is studying for his Master's; and currently works in the US Army museum system. His special interest lies in the United States armed forces of the 20th century.

Series: Elite (Book 80)
Paperback: 64 pages
Publisher: Osprey Publishing (January 25, 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1841763012
ISBN-13: 978-1841763019
Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.1 x 249.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,020,705 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #122 in Books > History > Military > Uniforms
- #282 in Books > History > Military > Life & Institutions
- #1397 in Books > History > Military > Weapons & Warfare > Conventional

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Another good read, typical of Osprey's concise format

Byphoebus athanassiouon March 20, 2014

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This publication does justice to OSPREY'S Elite format. Within the space of a few pages only, the author has packed a good deal of highly readable information of the US Navy in WWII, backed by first class illustrations that bring the book to life and will no doubt provide a first class source of reference for the military history enthusiast and the military modeller. Overall highly recommended (also in conjunction with OSPREY's title on the US Coastguard during the same period).

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Five Stars

ByWilliam B.on December 11, 2016

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It was great

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Color panels exceptional

ByRichard C. Vaughanon September 2, 2014

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Outstanding color panels and good color quality. I cannot say that about other selections from this publisher...notably the US Marine and US Army colors which are very inaccurate.

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Pretty good reference book

ByJ Hoxon September 9, 2013

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This book answered some questions about uniforms and shipboard life I had. Cleared up questions about wearing uniforms in the WW2 movies.

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More Good Work from Mark Henry

ByEl Cutacheroon January 31, 2006

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The suthor has recently come to the table of Osprey's most prolific authors. As a professional historian he knows how to find the more obscure official reports and studies, and has the ability to understand them and the skill to present the information in a clear manner.

The subject here is one of vast proportions and a work of this size cannot be complete in all detail. It is nonetheless useful to the general public and as a summary to be used by the enthusiast and professional alike for quick reference.

As with the author's other works, it is both succint and comprehensive (with a broad brush) as well.

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