Japanese Aircraft Carriers full-view mirror a fascinating alternative history of

a fascinating alternative history of the fractured

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Japanese Aircraft Carriers full-view mirror a fascinating alternative history ofJapanese Aircraft Carriers 19201945 explores the remarkable evolution of the Imperial Japanese Navys carrier fleet, from the worlds first purpose built carrier to the powerful task forces that shaped the Pacific War. The IJN was a pioneer in naval aviation, commissioning Hosho in 1922 as the first carrier designed from the keel up. What followed was a diverse sequence of designs some converted from capital ships, others purpose built culminating in