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Admiral Arleigh (31 Knot) Burke
The Story of a Fighting Sailor
by Ken Jones ; Hubert Kelley
ISBN: 1557500185
ISBN-13: 9781557500182
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Naval Inst Pr
Published date: 2001
Size: 5.75 x 8.75 inches
Weight: 0.7 pounds
Pages: 203
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Admiral Arleigh (31-Knot) Burke: The Story of a Fighting Sailor
Jones, Ken; Hubert, Jr. Kelley
US Naval Institute Press. PAPERBACK. 1557500185 Light general wear, but a nice, clean, tight copy. Please compare our ratings: 20,000 happy customers and counting! . Very Good. ( more information) Offered by Henry Dickens & Co. (United States)
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Admiral Arleigh (31-Knot) Burke: The Story of a Fighting Sailor
Ken Jones; Hubert, Jr. Kelley
US Naval Institute Press, 2001-03. Paperback. Very Good. Paperback, pages straight, binding tight, no spine creases, no writing. Minimal cover and edge/shelf wear.Owner name on inside cover. ( more information) Offered by Groley Tree Books (United States)
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ADMIRAL ARLEIGH ( 31 - Knot ) BURKE : The Story of a Fighting Sailor
Jones, Ken and Hubert Kelley jr
Written by two World War II veterans who later became well-known war correspondents, this biography records the inspiring life of one of America’s great naval heroes. Popularly referred to as "31-Knot" Burke, Admiral Arleigh Burke fought savage battles at sea and won every decoration a grateful nation could bestow, yet his service to his country was not in combat alone. This book is at once a stirring testament to Burke's World War II record as a combat leader and to his talents as a diplomat at the armistice table in Korea and as a politician in Washington. It details his legendary victories with DESRON 23 in the Pacific and his development of high-speed night tactics for destroyers that resulted in what many call the perfect naval engagement at the Battle of Cape St. George. Burke’s most enduring contributions occurred during his unprecedented three terms as chief of naval operations when he directed the Navy’s technical development during its revolutionary change from steam and gunpowder to nuclear concepts in ships, weaponry, strategy, and tactics. Published soon after Burke’s retirement from the Navy in 1961, the book has remained a standard reference for four decades. 2001, new paper reprint edition, 6x9, 232 pages, 21 photos, l drg, index. . ISBN: 1-55750-018-5. ( more information) Offered by ARTICLES OF WAR Ltd (United States)
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Admiral Arleigh (31-Knot) Burke. The Story of a Fighting Sailor
Jones, Ken and Hubert Kelley Jr
Annapolis: Naval Institute Press, 2001. Paperback Bluejacket Books 203pp, 22 photos, index, pictorial stiff wraps. Authentic and inspiring, one of the great Americans of the 'greatest generation'. Very good+. ( more information) Offered by Columbia Trading Co. (United States)
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Admiral Arleigh (31-Knot) Burke: The Story of a Fighting Sailor
Jones, Ken; Hubert, Jr. Kelley
US Naval Institute Press. PAPERBACK. 1557500185 New with very slight shelf wear from time on shelf (like you'd see at a major chain). We ship daily, provide personalized customer service and want you to have a great experience purchasing from us. Thank you for your consideration. . New. ( more information) Offered by BennettBooksLtd (United States)
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