Americas Aircraft Carriers

America’s Aircraft Carriers charts the rise of the most powerful and iconic warships ever built. From the pioneering days of flight at sea in the 1910s and 1920s, through the decisive carrier battles of World War Two, to the nuclear-powered supercarriers that dominate the seas today, this title tells the story of the United States’ unmatched mastery of carrier aviation. It will showcase the ships, the aircraft, and the battles that defined the US Navy’s global role, while profiling the current fleet and exploring future developments. Illustrated with dramatic archive photography and modern imagery, it will appeal both to naval historians and a wide enthusiast readership.