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A solid biography of Stark's part in the preparation of the US for a two-ocean war, his planning of the Grand Alliance with Britain, and his designing of the invasion of Europe. Maligned and neglected, Stark was a major player in WWII. This biography throws light on a great career. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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- PublisherUniv of South Carolina Pr
- Publication date1989
- ISBN 10 0872495965
- ISBN 13 9780872495968
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number1
- Number of pages400
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Admiral Harold R. Stark: Architect of Victory, 1939-1945 (Studies in Maritime History)
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University of South Carolina Press, 1989
ISBN 10: 0872495965
ISBN 13: 9780872495968
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Hard. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 22. Hardcover Cloth 326 pages. Condition Very Good Dust Jacket Very Good. Stated first edition 1989. Handsome black boards and gilt embossing on this tight and sound copy with no marks, highlights or bookplates. Book Well kept and carefully stored in unread condition. Slight shelf wear with undamaged corners. An unclipped dust jacket protected by Brodart cover is smooth, clean and brilliant with slight shelf wear - a few wrinkles and chips. Not an ex-library, book club or remainder copy.Admiral Harold R. Stark: Architect of Victory, 1939-1945 offers a detailed study of Stark's pivotal role in shaping Allied naval strategy during World War II. The book highlights Stark's strategic foresight and administrative skill, which helped lay the foundation for the U.S. Navy's transition from a peacetime to a wartime force. Known for his famous "Plan Dog" memo, Stark advocated for a Europe-first strategy, which became central to the Allied approach in the war.Simpson examines Stark's strengths in diplomacy and collaboration, particularly in coordinating with British allies, and he portrays Stark as a key, though sometimes overlooked, architect of the ultimate Allied victory. Through comprehensive research, Simpson captures Stark's ability to navigate complex political and military challenges, showcasing his lasting impact on naval policy and the global balance of power during one of the most critical periods in modern history. Seller Inventory # 657665
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Admiral Harold R. Stark: Architect of Victory, 1939-1945 (Studies in Maritime History)
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Univ of South Carolina Pr, 1989
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Admiral Harold R. Stark: Architect of Victory, 1939-1945 (Studies in Maritime History)
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ISBN 10: 0872495965
ISBN 13: 9780872495968
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Admiral Harold R. Stark: Architect of Victory, 1939-1945 (Studies in Maritime History)
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Univ of South Carolina Pr, 1989
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ISBN 13: 9780872495968
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