Ernest M Snowden

F8U Crusader is a richly illustrated volume that explores the storied role of the F8U Crusader in Cold War and Vietnam-era naval aviation, from setting speed records to earning its reputation as the "Last of the Gunfighters." With unmatched dogfighting performance and a legacy spanning over four decades, the Crusader remains a standout in the history of carrier-based aircraft. Building...

Building on the expertise of the authors and historians of the Naval Institute Press, the Naval History Special Editions are designed to offer studies of the key vessels, battles, and events of armed conflict.In 1942, half the aircraft spotted on an American carrier were SBD Dauntless dive bombers. From Coral Sea to Midway, they tipped over into near-vertical dives and...