Osprey Airwar : Japanese Carrier Air Groups 1941-1945

Author - René J Francillon  Illustrator - Terry Hadler

Tracing the combat histories of Japanese Carrier Air Groups in the Pacific Theatre of World War 2. The major aircraft types operated by the groups during this period are all covered, and the missions covered include Guadalcanal and Midway. Aircraft markings and aircrew uniforms are shown in full colour illustrations.

Contents

• Early Success
• Midway Debacle
• Sixth Carrier Loss
• Guadalcanal Withdrawal
• Last Defeats