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Record of Proceedings of a Court of Inquiry V1, Part 2: In the Case of Rear-Admiral Winfield S. Schley, U.S. Navy (1902) is a historical document that provides a detailed…
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Module 19, The Technician's Handbook, is a handy reference of commonly used general information, such as electrical and electronic formulas, color coding, and naval supply system data. The Navy Electricity…
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A reprint of the official U. S. Navy SEABEES manual, covering history, organization, doctrine, concept of operations, command and staff, battalion training, battalion operations, battalion logistics, company commanders, the battalion…
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the…
Designed as a replacement for the T-6 Texan, North American’s T-28 Trojan first flew in 1949 and remained in production until 1957. The T-28A was initially adopted as primary trainer…
A Casualty Assistance Calls Officer (CACO) is the official representative of the Secretary of the Navy who provides information, resources and assistance to the PNOK and SNOK in the event…
Nicknamed The Whale due to its enormous size and weight, the Navy’s A-3 Skywarrior was one of the longest serving, carrier-based jet aircraft. Designed by famed Douglas engineer Ed Heinemann…
The U.S. Navy’s front line, land-based maritime patrol aircraft, the Lockheed P-3 Orion is a highly capable anti-submarine warfare platform. Conceived as a replacement for the P-2 Neptune and P-5…
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The Grumman F4F Wildcat was the primary Marine Corps and U.S. Navy fighter aircraft during the opening year of WWII. Although the Japanese Zero outperformed it, Wildcat pilots more than…
One of the most storied aircraft of WWII, the Vought F4U-4 Corsair was the first single engine production aircraft capable of 400 mph in level flight. With its characteristic gull…
Detailed report of the actions taken by the U.S. Navy and their part in the evacuation of troops and equipment from Iwo Jima beginning in February 1945. Includes preliminary actions…
The Douglas SBD Dauntless served as the U.S. Navy’s front line dive bomber from the outbreak of WWII thru 1943.The aircraft proved its mettle at the battles of Coral Sea…
How do you pilot a submarine? The US Navy based this book on the USS Perch and it gives in depth detail on all aspects of submarine work.
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Designed as a replacement for the U.S. Navy’s F2H Banshee, the McDonnell F3H Demon fighter served with the fleet for nearly a decade, including during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Although…
Please note: this is volume two of a two volume set. You must purchase both books to have a complete manual. The U.S. Navy’s front line, land-based maritime patrol aircraft…
A redesign of the U.S. Navy’s successful Mark 14 torpedo, the Mark 16 was developed during WWII but not available until early 1945 and never saw combat. The Mark 16’s…
This Manual is intended primarily for use by foundry personnel aboard repair ships and tenders. The recommended practices are based on procedures proved workable under Navy conditions and are supplemented…
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS VOLUME 1 OF 2. YOU MUST PURCHASE BOTH BOOKS TO HAVE A COMPLETE SET. Developed as both an air superiority fighter and a long-range naval interceptor…
Final Report Of A Board Of Investigation Convened By Order Of The Secretary Of The Navy To Inquire Into The Design And Methods Of Construction Of Welded Steel Merchant Vessels…
The first “issue” of All Hands was printed as the Bureau of Navigation News Bulletin No. 1 (dated August 30, 1922). Twenty years later, the title was changed to Bureau…
Grumman’s A-6 Intruder served as the Navy’s pre-eminent all-weather, medium attack aircraft from 1963 to 1997. Nearly 700 were built. The Intruder was aptly named, as the A-6 quickly proved…
John Hamiltion
Explores the examines the US Navy, the largest navy in the world. Readers will learn about the Navy’s origins as the Continental Navy in 1775, during the Revolutionary War. Other…
Tracy Vonder Brink
The U.S. Navy traces its roots back to the American Revolutionary War. Then, its small fleet was outnumbered. Today, it is the largest navy in the world. Learn about the…
Kenny Abdo
This title focuses on United States Navy and gives information related to their origin, interesting facts, and modern influence. –
Julie Murray
Young readers will learn the essentials of the United States Navy (how the Navy keeps us safe, various jobs, weapons and machinery, and more) through easy-to-read, simple text.
Michael Green
Provides an introduction to the history, function, ships, and future of the United States Navy.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing’s Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because…
This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR’d book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have…
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Contains Part 1, Relating To The Preparation Of Vessels Of War For Battle, And To The Duties Of Officers And Others When At Quarters; Part 2, The Equipment And Maneuver…
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John Randolph 1850-1936 Spears
Explore the turbulent history of the United States Navy, from its early days in the Revolutionary War to its current status as a global military power. With gripping accounts of…
Edgar Stanton Maclay
A History of the United States Navy - from 1775 to 1894 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on…
Henry Williams
Battleships epitomised America’s global supremacy and power. This book contains superb images of some 60 of the world’s most powerful ships. Compiled and written by foremost American collector and expert…
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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe…
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the "public…
This official guide to United States Navy uniform regulations is a comprehensive reference for Navy personnel and anyone interested in the history and traditions of the Navy. The book includes…
