Flying Officers of the U. S. N (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

United States Naval Aviation War Book Committee

9780656983469: Flying Officers of the U. S. N (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0656983469 ISBN 13: 9780656983469

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

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A concise history of United States Naval Aviation during the First World War, focusing on people, planes, and the growing system that made air power possible.

This edition chronicles how naval aviation began with a small nucleus of personnel and equipment, then expanded to patrols over European waters and major training hubs. It highlights the bold pioneers, the imperfect but evolving machines, and the administrative leadership that organized production, stations, and operations across the globe. The narrative emphasizes the teamwork between officers, enlisted personnel, and supporters who built a functional air service in a short time.

Learn about the early pilots and the first naval aviators who paved the way.
See how training, aircraft, and bases grew from a handful of planes to a global network.
Understand the administrative framework that kept operations moving under pressure.
Grasp the scale and scope of naval air activities in wartime, from home waters to international fronts.

Ideal for readers of military and naval history who want a clear, accessible view of how American naval aviation emerged and carried out its duties during the war.

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