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THE LEXINGTON CLASS CARRIERS

by Robert C. Stern

Published by Arms & Armour Press. 1st. 1993

Fine condition in a nearly fine dustwrapper. A studied account of a class of aircraft carrier as a weapons system. Blue cloth boards, gilt title to spine. B/w photos.

Blue pictorial dustwrapper is lightly scuffed and has previous bookseller's address label to front flap.

ISBN: 185409131X
Stock no. 1823496

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Contents

  • Preface
  • Introduction
  • 1. Design Genesis
  • 1.1. Historical Context
  • 1.2 Emergence of Naval Aviation
  • 1.3 Design Considerations
  • 2. Physical Characteristics
  • 2.1 Hull
  • 2.2 Propulsion
  • 2.3 Crew
  • 2.4 Provisions
  • 2.5 Sanitation
  • 3. Protective Systems
  • 3.1 Passive Protection
  • 3.2 Stability and Damage Control
  • 4. Weapons Systems
  • 4.1 Guns
  • 4.2 Aircraft
  • 5. Radio and Radar
  • 5.1 Radio
  • 5.2 Radar
  • 5.3 Miscellaneous Electronic Equipment
  • Postscript
  • Glossary
  • Paint schemes
  • Air groups
  • References
  • Index

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