USS California: A Visual History of the Golden State

USS California: A Visual History of the Golden State Battleship Bb-44 (Visual History Series HC)
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- USS California A Visual History of the Golden State Battleship BB-44 Hardcover by David Doyle Ampersand Group
The very first in a new series of value-priced hard cover horizontal format books on U.S. capital ships in the Second World War. Part of the "Extended" Visual History format, this 168 page book is packed with large, clear images of the USS California. Coverage begins with the laying of her keel in 1916 and continues with the ship's launching, commissioning and outfitting. The title then explores the ship's long history from her days in the "Blue Water Navy" to her sinking at Pearl Harbor using hundreds of detailed photos. Salvaged and refitted, the USS California was back in action at Saipan just 30 months later. The photographic coverage follows the history of the "Prune barge" all through her WWII experience right through to her decommissioning in 1959. The many photos are accompanied by beautifully rendered line drawings and color plates. An essential companion to the Trumpeter plastic kit.
Country USA
Brand Ampersand Publishing Company, Incorporated
Manufacturer Ampersand Group
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9780977378173
EANs 9780977378173
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Ampersand Publishing Company, Incorporated
Manufacturer	Ampersand Group
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	9780977378173
EANs	9780977378173
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

USS California: A Visual History of the Golden State Battleship Bb-44 (Visual History Series HC)