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#179208 in Books Doyle David 2017-05-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .75 x 9.00l; #File Name: 0764352881112 pagesUSS Yorktown CV 5 From Design and Construction to the Battles of Coral Sea and Midway
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I awaited David Doyle's volume on USS Yorktown (CV-5)...By Randy Stone...with great anticipation inasmuch as I consider her the pivotal fighting ship in the Pacific during the first half of 1942. Doyle's book does not disappoint.We have a very reasonably priced hardcover monograph detailing the construction and service of what Robert Cressman called That Gallant Ship; incidentally the title of another highly recommended volume which comprehensively describes Yorktown's career. Doyle concentrates most of his effort on photography and while this reviewer has seen most--if not all--of these pictures at some point in time the pictures here are clear and well chosen. They begin with the birth of the Yorktown on the slipway and end with her death at the conclusion of the battle of Midway.Included within this volume is a very brief summary of her design and wartime career--namely the battles of the Coral Sea and Midway--which saw the Japanese carrier force cut down to size; in large measure due to the contributions of Yorktown and her air groups. There is found one minor error in the text; on page 66; concerning Lieutenant J. J. Powers but it is of little consequence to those familiar with events. My understanding is that this will be corrected in subsequent printings. Each picture is accompanied by extensive captions which adequately describe and detail the subject of each shot.All in all this volume stands well alongside its peers and brings to life through pictures a great fighting ship which was pivotal to the war effort in 1942. It is printed on quality stock which highlights equally high quality pictures chosen for the task. At the reasonable price this volume retails for; it's difficult to see how the reader can find better value than what is offered here. Highly recommended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Must for naval history enthusiastsBy John MitchellFantastic story of a WWII icon from keel laying to sinking at the Battle of Midway. Essentially a photo story with great photos detailing construction; in port and underway during her short lifetime. Includes photos taken on board during her last hours and after abandonment as well as tragic photos of Hammann being torpedoed and broken in half while alongside.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy CustomerExellent quality and service
