SQUADRONS OF THE SEA Arch Whitehouse 1962 1st Ed Aircraft Carrier History WWII

Superior Condition Naval History: Squadrons of the Sea (1962)  Up for sale is a stated First Edition copy of Squadrons of the Sea by the renowned military historian Arch Whitehouse. This comprehensive work chronicles the development and combat history of the aircraft carrier, from the experimental stages of 1911 through the decisive flattop battles of World War II.  Details:  Author: Arch Whitehouse.  Publisher: Doubleday & Company, Inc.  Edition: Stated First Edition (1962).  Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket.  Content: Includes numerous authentic U.S. Navy and British Information Service photographs of early carriers like the HMS Furious and USS Langley.  Condition Report:  Binding: Excellent. The binding is notably tight and square with very little shelf wear. The book feels solid and has been well-preserved.  Dust Jacket: Original jacket is included and remains vibrant. It shows only minor vintage edge wear and light rubbing to the back (see Photo 3459).  Interior: Pages are clean, crisp, and free of writing, highlighting, or library markings.  Overall: A collector-grade copy of a naval aviation classic.  An essential addition for any serious collector of naval aviation, carrier warfare, or WWII history. Ships securely in a box via USPS Media Mail.