US Navy Light Cruisers 1941–45
US Navy Light Cruisers 1941–45 by Mark Stille, published by Bloomsbury USA in July 2016, offers a detailed examination of the 72 light cruisers built by the United States during World War II. This first edition, comprising 48 pages, delves into the design, development, and evolution of these vessels, highlighting their significant role in naval operations. The book addresses the advancements made in antiaircraft weaponry and the cruisers’ capabilities, which allowed them to effectively support aircraft carriers.
Readers will find a comprehensive overview of various classes of US light cruisers, including the Fargo and Worcester classes, which were completed post-war. The narrative focuses on the historical context of these ships, detailing their contributions to military strategy and operations during the conflict. With subjects encompassing history, military vehicles, and naval warfare, this book serves as a resource for those interested in World War II naval history and the technological advancements of the era.
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During World War II, the United States built 72 light cruisers of various classes. In response to the severe air threat that surface ships faced, new cruisers were designed with increasingly heavy antiaircraft weaponry as well as the traditional six-inch guns. With the speed and range to keep up with aircraft carriers, and their considerable antiaircraft capability, they were a mainstay of the carrier escorts.
This book examines every US light cruiser produced, including those of the Fargo and Worcester classes–which were actually completed after World War II had ended–tracing their design, development, and evolution throughout the war and beyond.
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