The Aircraft Carriers

Take a guided tour of America's military might...

A comprehensive guide to the modern nuclear-powered aircraft carriers deployed worldwide in support of U.S. interests and commitments, this book includes the history of the aircraft carrier-from its development during World War I to its important role in the Pacific Theater during World War II to today's status as first line of American defense.

C.A. Mobley reached the rank of Commanding Officer in the U.S. Navy, and served time aboard the USS Kitty Hawk, the USS Jouett, the USS Puller, the USS Lockwood, the USS Lake Champlain, and the USS Tarawa. She has also specialized in carrier battle group and anti-submarine warfare operations. She is the author of the novels Rules of Command, Code of Conflict, and Rites of War.

Michael Benson is the author of over 15 books, including co-authoring The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to NASA (with Thomas Jones), and The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Submarines (with Michael DeMercurio).