US Navy Aircraft Carriers 1942-45/Авианосцы ВМС США 1942-45 гг.

Издание на английском языке
In the book, the author examines the US Navy’s Essex and Independence class aircraft carriers built during World War II. Their design, construction, armament, aircraft, radar systems, wartime modifications, and combat service in the Pacific are described in detail. The volume is richly illustrated with photographs, technical drawings, and color artwork.

Contents
Origins
US Naw mid to late war carrier doctrine
Development
Mid to late war air groups and aircraft
Weapons
Radar
Chronology
The Essex class
Origins
Design and construction
Propulsion
Armament
Aircraft-handling facilities
Wartime modifications
Operational histories
Assessment
The Independence class
Origins
Design and construction
Armament
Aircraft-handling facilities
Wartime modifications
Operational histories
Assessment
Bibliography
Color plate commentary
Index