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Big E: The Story Of The Uss Enterprise (Bluejacket Books)
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A Lasting Memorial To The Uss Enterprise, This Classic Tale Of The Carrier That Contributed More Than Any Other Single Warship To The Naval Victory In The Pacific Has Remained A Favorite World War Ii Story For More Than Twentyfive Years. The Big E Participated In Nearly Every Major Engagement Of The War Against Japan And Earned A Total Of Twenty Battle Stars. The Halseydoolittle Raid; The Battles Of Midway, Santa Cruz, Guadalcanal, The Philippine Sea, And Leyte Gulf; And The Invasions Of Iwo Jima And Okinawa Are All Faithfully Recorded From The Viewpoint Of The Men Who Served Her So Well. The Author, A Naval Aviator, Focuses On The Exploits Of The Famous Ship'S Air Groups, Capturing The Reality Of Their Encounters And Provoking A Range Of Emotions From Readers.This Superb Study Of A Great Ship, Her Crew, And The Action They Saw Has Been Called One Of The Finest Pieces Of Naval Writing To Emerge From The War. What It Is Like Inside The Cockpit Of A Dauntless Dive Bomber As It Bores In On Its Target Or The Effort Required To Unstick The Ship'S Huge Rudder When Damaged By A Bomb Are Just Two Of The Nuggets Edward Stafford Mined From The Mountain Of Research And Lengthy Interviews He Conducted To Write The Book. Literate And Scholarly As Well As Highly Dramatic, The Book Will Appeal To Historians And The General Public Alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Big E: The Story of the USS Enterprise' about? A: This book recounts the history of the USS Enterprise, highlighting its significant contributions to World War II, including major battles and engagements in the Pacific.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Edward P. Stafford, a naval aviator who conducted extensive research and interviews to provide an in-depth perspective on the USS Enterprise.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 18, 2002.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 640 pages.
- Q: What is the book's binding type? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for historians? A: Yes, the book is both literate and scholarly, making it suitable for historians and anyone interested in naval history.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics, including major battles like Midway and Iwo Jima, and provides insights into the experiences of the ship's crew and air groups.
- Q: What kind of writing style is used in the book? A: The writing style is described as highly dramatic, providing a compelling narrative of the USS Enterprise's history.
- Q: Is 'The Big E' considered a classic naval book? A: Yes, it has been regarded as one of the finest pieces of naval writing to emerge from World War II.
- Q: What emotions does the book evoke in readers? A: The book captures a range of emotions through the dramatic recounting of the USS Enterprise's encounters during the war.