With the outbreak of the Korean War; the UN Security Council called on its members to act and 16 nations did; with Britain sending aircraft carriers such as HMS Truimph; from which piston engined Sea Fury fighters and Fairey Firefly fighter-bombers operated.This is the story of the British and Australian Fleet Ari Arm pilots and their missions over hoistile territory; missions carried out with distinction and honor.
#2645585 in Books State House Press 2002-02-26Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.02 x .28 x 5.98l; .45 #File Name: 1893114082120 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Summary of Mobile CampaignBy LostMarbleThis is a brief introduction to the Union campaign for Mobile; Alabama; in the last year of the Civil War. Following the format of its series; it presents a concise; informative account of the entrance of the Union fleet into Mobile Bay and the reduction of Forts Gaines and Morgan; followed by a briefer account of the final battles and conquest of Mobile a few months later. Sidebars provide short biographies of the principal naval and military officers involved. The appendixes include the order of battle and details about all the ships mentioned. Useful maps are included. The writing is lively; straightforward; and clear.I recommend this book to anyone wanting a quick introduction to the Mobile Campaign; or to people planning a visit to Mobile. It will not satisfy those looking for a thorough analytical account of the background and battles.0 of 3 people found the following review helpful. It's a great bookBy coronaAnyone interested in the War between the states should read this book. It helps to understand how important Mobile bay was not only to the south but also to the north.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Not many books out there on this subject. This ...By THamiltonNot many books out there on this subject. This book gives brief yet detailed look at the battle in Mobile Bay.
