Description
Fighter pilot Butch O'Hare became one of America's heroes in 1942 when he saved the carrier Lexington in what has been called the most daring single action in the history of combat aviation. In fascinating detail the authors describe how O'Hare shot down five attacking Japanese bombers and severely damaged a sixth and other awe-inspiring feats of aerial combat that won him awards, including the Medal of Honor. They also explain his key role in developing tactics and night-fighting techniques that helped defeat the Japanese.
In addition, the authors investigate events leading up to O'Hare's disappearance in 1943 while intercepting torpedo bombers headed for the Enterprise. First published in 1997, this biography utilizes O'Hare family papers and U.S. and Japanese war records as well as eyewitness interviews. It is essential reading for a true understanding of the development of the combat naval aviation and the talents of the universally admired and well-liked Butch O'Hare.
Author: Steve Ewing, John B. Lundstrom
Publisher: US Naval Institute Press
Published: 04/15/2012
Pages: 358
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.42lbs
Size: 9.04h x 6.08w x 0.99d
ISBN13: 9781591142492
ISBN10: 1591142490
BISAC Categories:
- Biography & Autobiography | Military