Aircraft Carriers

A fundamental exploration of aircraft carriers, including their size and carrying capacity, history of development, flight decks and other features, and famous models from around the world.

Part of the Built for Battle series

Armored tanks and agile fighter jets. Hovering helicopters and high-powered battleships. Carrying troops and weapons into war, these vehicles and vessels are Built for Battle. This series employs up-close and action-driven photos to help acquaint young readers with specialized military craft of the land, sea, and air and the roles they play in combat. Each title presents accessible text that explains the craft's size, features, crew, and operation, with depictions of vehicles and vessels from the past and present.