This acclaimed sequel to the Peattie/Evans prizewinning work; Kaigun; illuminates the rise of Japanese naval aviation from its genesis in 1909 to its thunderbolt capability on the eve of the Pacific war. In the process of explaining the navy s essential strengths and weaknesses; the book provides the most detailed account available in English of Japan s naval air campaign over China from 1937 to 1941. A final chapter analyzes the utter destruction of Japanese naval air power by 1944.
#1338611 in Books 2014-05-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.40 x .50 x 7.40l; .0 #File Name: 159114177X176 pages
Review
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Excellent Source based on German Wartime Records - not Second Hand English language accountsBy Writing HistorianI purchased this book to check my own translation of wartime German records documenting the RAF attacks on both battleships in Brest harbor during April 1941. I was pleasantly surprised to find the authors used the same primary sources. Indeed; their entire book is based on German wartime records; to include photographs. This is an exceptionally useful source; divided 50/50 between both vessels. The last minutes of the Scharnhorst; however; are less well documented because she was sunk by British warships with very few survivors in late 1943. Highly recommended for those with specific naval interests. Editing and translating definitely above average.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy thomas dunneGreat photos; and drawings of ship. Love the history of a ship that few people know about .0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Scharnhorst Battleship BookBy deerhunterHaven't read it yet but flipping thru the pages it looks to be an informative book that I'm looking forward to reading
