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OverviewCarrying the highest hull number ever assigned to a commissioned US battleship, the Wisconsin was the last of the four Iowa-class battleships - along with the Iowa, New Jersey, and Missouri. The Wisconsin fought through the final year of WWII, saw extensive service during the Korean War, and then was recalled to arms to liberate Kuwait during the Gulf War in 1991. During the latter war, Wisconsin not only loosed its massive 16-inch cannons but launched Tomahawk cruise missiles deep into enemy territory. Finally released from Navy service, the battleship today is a floating museum moored near downtown Norfolk, Virginia. This book, through more than 250 photos, documents the battleship from design and construction, through combat during each of its wars, to its preservation today. AUTHOR: The maritime books by David Doyle, author of over 125 books, are noted for their thorough coverage of historic vessels, and his celebrated ability to locate scarce vintage imagery. 258 colour and b/w photographs Full Product DetailsAuthor: David DoylePublisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Dimensions: Width: 22.90cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.953kg ISBN: 9780764360138ISBN 10: 0764360132 Pages: 128 Publication Date: 28 August 2020 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationThe maritime books by David Doyle, author of over 125 books, are noted for their thorough coverage of historic vessels, and his celebrated ability to locate scarce vintage imagery. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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