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USS Hornet CV-12

by Russell Moore Stephen Locke

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A photographic history of the aircraft carrier USS Hornet

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A photographic history of the aircraft carrier USS Hornet

Covering more than eight decades, this reference volume traces USS Hornet (CV-12) from its 1943 launch through service connected with World War II, the Cold War, and the Vietnam War. It also follows the ship’s later role in recovering the Apollo 11 and Apollo 12 astronauts, its rescue from the scrapyard, and its present life as a museum in Alameda, California. Photos and illustrations support a chronological look at the carrier’s military, space-history, and preservation chapters.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers interested in U.S. naval and military history
  • Those exploring Apollo-era space history
  • Young adults seeking an illustrated ship-history reference

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Naval historyWorld War IICold WarVietnam WarApollo recovery missions

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Book overview

The USS Hornet was launched in 1943 and has been serving this country in many different capacities ever since, over 80 years! From World War II to the Cold War to the Vietnam War

and finally retirement after picking up the Apollo 11 and 12 astronauts, the USS Hornet has steamed across the pages of history. Saved from the scrapyard, the USS Hornet now lives on as a museum in Alameda, California. This book tells the story of this great ship and its history with photos and illustrations. It is a great reference book for young adults

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