The world encyclopedia of : aircraft carriers and naval aircraft
Ireland, Bernard ; Francis Crosby (pengarang) ; Felicity Foster (editor)
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Explores the history and evolution of aircraft carriers and naval aircraft, from the first flights from ships in 1910 and the rise of naval air power during World War II, through to 21st-century carrier operations. Features comprehensive directories of the most important carriers and naval aircraft through history, with a fascinating commentary and full technical specifications to accompary each entry. Examines the world's best-known aircraft carriers and naval aircraft, from the behemothic Nimitz class carriers of the United States Navy to World War planes such as the Supermarine Spitfire, and the MiG-29K. Expertly written and beautifully presented with over 1100 archive identification images and illustrations, plus a technical glossary explaining key military terms and abbreviations. ; Glosarium : halaman 500-503 ; Indeks : halaman 506-512