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Aircraft Carriers of the Imperial Japanese Navy 1921-45 No.109 Osprey Book Naval. The Imperial Japanese Navy was a pioneer in naval aviation, having commissioned the world"s first built-from-the-keel-up carrier, the Hosho. Pearl Harbor, Midway and the first carrier vs carrier battle, the battle of the Coral Sea, are all discussed. The Imperial Japanese Navy was a pioneer in naval aviation, having commissioned the world''s first built-from-the-keel-up carrier, the Hosho. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, it experimented with its carriers, perfecting their design and construction. As a result, by the time Japan entered World War II and attacked the United States at Pearl Harbor in 1941, it possessed a fantastically effective naval aviation force. This book covers the design, development and operation of IJN aircraft carriers built prior to and during World War II. Pearl Harbor, Midway and the first carrier vs carrier battle, the battle of the Coral Sea, are all discussed. . Items are sourced from estate sales, garage sales, and private collections. While I do my best to inspect and test (if applicable), these are used/vintage items and are sold in 'as-is' condition. Please examine all photos closely, as they are part of the description and show the exact condition of the item you will receive. Returns not accepted, but item is fully guaranteed by eBay's Money Back Guarantee.. I encourage questions prior to purchase