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This publication is a reference book on warships, armament, and the development of the U.S. Navy from 1922 to 1947. The book provides information on naval armament, a chronology of events, the composition of combat forces as of December 7, 1941, as well as on battleships, aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, submarines, minelayers, patrol vessels, landing craft, transports, and auxiliary vessels. Separate sections are devoted to the U.S. Coast Guard, fleet construction programs, ship type designations, World War II operations, and shipbuilding facilities.
Content
Introduction
Explanation of Data
Abbreviations
Naval Ordnance, 1922-1947
Chronology 1922-1947
Disposition of Combatant Ships, 7 December 1941
1. Battleships
2. Aircraft Carriers
3. Cruisers
4. Destroyers
5. Destroyer Escorts
6. Submarines
7. Mine Vessels
8. Patrol Vessels
9. Amphibious Vessels
10. Tenders
11. Transport and Suppy Vessels
12. Tugs
13. U.S. Coast Guard
Appendix I: Navy Construction Program, Navy Strength
Appendix II: Navy Type Designations
Appendix III: World War II Operations
Appendix IV: List of Shipbuilders
Bibliography
Index
Errata