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Wielding the trident : Admiral Raymond A. Spruance and America's victory in the Pacific / Andrew K. Blackley.

Author/creator	Blackley, Andrew K. author.
Format	Book
Publication	Annapolis, Maryland : Naval Institute Press, [2026]
Description	xix, 335 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm
Subjects	Spruance, Raymond Ames, 1886-1969. http://id.loc.gov/rwo/agents/n86121976 United States. Navy--Biography. Admirals--United States. --Biography. World War, 1939-1945--Campaigns. --Pacific Area. World War, 1939-1945--Naval operations, American.

Portion of title	Admiral Raymond A. Spruance and America's victory in the Pacific
Abstract	"This first biography of Adm. Raymond A Spruance in over fifty years offers a compelling portrait of the quiet strategist behind key U.S. victories in the Pacific War. Drawing on rich archival material, it highlights Spruance's sharp intellect, decisive leadership, and lasting influence on naval warfare from World War II to the Cold War. Andrew Blackley brings the admiral's extraordinary career to life. He was a consummate thinker and strategist, wielding the trident of naval airpower, warships, and amphibious forces with unmatched skill. Spruance was hailed as the victor of the Battle of Midway and led the Fifth Fleet to decisive victories in the Marshall Islands, Marianas, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa--campaigns that paved the way for Japan's defeat. Blackley also offers insight into Spruance's life before the war as he climbed the "fleet ladder" and served multiple tours at the Naval War College"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Issued in other form	Online version http://id.loc.gov/entities/relationships/onlineversion Blackley, Andrew K. Wielding the trident Annapolis, Maryland : Naval Institute Press, [2026] 9798899190018
Genre/form	Autobiographies.
Genre/form	Biographies.
Genre/form	Autobiographies.
Genre/form	Biographies.
LCCN	2025041707
ISBN	9798899190001 hardback
ISBN	ebook

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