
USN cruiser vs IJN cruiser
About this book
Although the war in the Pacific is usually considered a carrier war, it was the cruisers that dominated the early fighting. This thrilling duel presents the cruiser clashes during the battles for Guadacanal, highlighting the Battle of Savo Island and the Battle of Cape Esperance. The first was a Japanese victory that resulted in the loss of four Allied cruisers. However, in the latter, the Americans managed to turn the tables despite the battle being fought throughout the night. This book presents a view of the design and development of the opposing weapons systems, illustrated with newly com.
Subjects
HistoryWorld War IIAircraft carriersJapanese Naval operationsCampaignsGuadalcanal, Battle of, Solomon Islands, 1942-1943American Naval operationsWorld War, 1939-1945MilitaryCruisers (Warships)HISTORYGuadalcanal, battle of, solomon islands, 1942-1943