Aircraft Carriers: The World’s Greatest Carriers of the Last 100 Years

From Biplanes to Battle Groups

Chart the rise of the most powerful warships ever built in Aircraft Carriers, a richly illustrated guide to over a century of naval aviation history. From the humble beginnings of takeoffs on HMS Hibernia in 1912 to the formidable Nimitz-class giants of today, this book traces how aircraft carriers have transformed warfare at sea forever.

Discover how early experiments like HMS Furious paved the way for a new era of naval dominance, culminating in the carrier clashes of World War II, when air power ruled the oceans. Learn how the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the battles of Midway and the Coral Sea, and the fall of the mighty Bismarck marked the dawn of carrier supremacy – and the end of the battleship age.

Featuring 52 of the most significant carriers and amphibious assault ships built from the 1920s to the present day – including USS Yorktown, HMS Invincible, USS Tarawa, and Mistral – each entry includes key details on development, service history, and specifications, alongside full colour artwork and rare photographs.

Product Features:

• Title: Aircraft Carriers

• Format: Hardback

• Content: Profiles 52 major carriers and assault ships

• Includes: 200+ detailed artworks and photos

• Covers: From HMS Hibernia (1912) to modern Nimitz-class giants

• Perfect for: Veterans, serving personnel, and naval history enthusiasts