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Sea Power - The Coalition and Iraqi Navies

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Desert Storm Special


Product Info

Title
Sea Power - The Coalition and Iraqi Navies
Publisher
Product Line
Category
Author
Peter Gilchrist
Publish Year
1991
Pages
64
Dimensions
7.5x9.75x.25"
NKG Part #
2147567790
Type
Softcover

Description

Peter Gilchrist writes with an expert's insight about the navies deployed in the Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. The war at sea was one of the most critical aspects of the conflict.

The United States sent six carrier battle groups, battleships USS Missouri and USS Wisconsin, plus numerous other vessels to the theatre. Britain's Royal Navy, although with smaller resources, was spectacularly successful against Iraqi ships. France, Australia and many other nations made vital contributions. The Ships, their weapon systems, and capabilities are described in detail by Peter Gilchrist. Amphibious forces, hovercraft, frigates, destroyers, minehunters, hospital evacuation vessels and the role of naval helicopters are also discussed in depth.