David Hobbs looks at the post-World War II fortunes of the most powerful fleet in the Royal Navy--its decline in the face of diminishing resources; its final fall at the hands of ignorant politicians; and its recent resurrection in the form of the Queen Elizabeth class carriers; the largest ships ever built for the Royal Navy. Despite prophecies that nuclear weapons would make conventional forces obsolete; British carrier-borne aircraft were almost continuously employed. This book combines narratives of poorly understood operations with clear analysis of their strategic and political background. With beautiful illustrations and original research; British Carrier Strike Fleet tells an important but largely untold story of renewed significance as Britain once again embraces carrier operation.
#2401267 in Books 2002-09-01 2002-09-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.23 x .60 x 5.30l; .87 #File Name: 1591020514293 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very good book.By David E. LongacreDr. Jerry H. Gill provides an easy-to-read explanation of Native American beliefs. He provides insight into a way of thinking which is significantly different than Western thought. Very good book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. to be excellent.By cedric alexanderTook college course American Indian Worldviews found this book sufficient however; I found "God Is Red" by Vine Deloria Jr. to be excellent.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Loved itBy mic2536I purchased this item for a Native American Literature class in college; and ended up reading it cover to cover during the first week or two simply because it was so interesting. Well written and easily understood; I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in Native American cultures.
