Free Download The Life of the USS Intrepid by Donald Yates
English | January 13, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DSYWT9HH | 76 pages | EPUB | 13 Mb
Donald Yates, a distinguished United States military veteran and prolific author, has once again delivered an extraordinary contribution to military history with his new book, The Life of the USS Intrepid. With over 50 books to his name, Yates has cemented his reputation as a leading voice in capturing the stories of America's armed forces. His latest work, a meticulously researched 79-page volume, delves into the incredible legacy of one of the most iconic aircraft carriers in U.S. Navy history. The USS Intrepid (CV-11) earned its place in history as "The Fighting I," a moniker that reflects its remarkable service during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Yates takes readers on a journey from the carrier's construction at the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company in Virginia to its critical missions in the Pacific Theater during World War II. The ship's role in battles like Leyte Gulf and Okinawa, as well as its resilience in surviving multiple kamikaze attacks, is brought to life in vivid detail. What sets this book apart is its visual storytelling. With over 80 historical photographs, many of which have never been seen before, The Life of the USS Intrepid offers readers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of the sailors and airmen who served aboard this legendary vessel. From dramatic combat scenes to moments of camaraderie, the images provide a compelling backdrop to Yates' engaging narrative. The book also highlights the USS Intrepid's post-war missions, including its service during the Space Race as a recovery vessel for NASA's Mercury and Gemini programs. Decommissioned in 1974, the Intrepid's legacy continues as a museum in New York City, where it educates millions about naval history and honors the sacrifices of those who served. The Life of the USS Intrepid is a must-read for history enthusiasts, veterans, and anyone interested in the stories of courage and perseverance that define America's military heritage. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the life of a ship that became a symbol of American resilience, as told by an author who has dedicated his career to preserving these vital stories.

Free Download The Life of the USS CORAL SEA by Donald Yates
English | August 2, 2023 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0CDNY4D1Y | 81 pages | EPUB | 17 Mb
Donald Yates, a U.S. 20-year military veteran, has released another fine military periodical short read. Yates, the author of over 15 military history pictorials, has released his latest book, The Life of the USS Coral Sea. Yates, who released a similar book on the Coral Sea's sister ship, the USS Midway, takes the reader on a decade-by-decade tour of the Coral Sea's history. The ship's weaponry changed over the decades of service as new technology facilitated better defense systems. The Coral Sea bore the brunt of missions to Vietnam including multiple deployments to Southeast Asia in 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1971, 1973, and 1974. You'll see the many different aircraft that launched off the Coral Sea and get a look at the living conditions of the men who ran one of the most well-known carriers to ever exist. You'll also be able to view over 60 mostly color photos of the Coral Sea from its early years in the 1940s until its final days in Baltimore. Most of these photos were taken by the Coral Sea crew members themselves.

Free Download The Kings of Israel and Judah by George Rawlinson
English | September 15, 2017 | ISBN: 1549754254 | 208 pages | PDF | 1.85 Mb
The Kings of Israel and Judah is a complete historical study based on The Books of Kings and Chronicles - a must-read for students of the Bible and historians of the origins of Judaism and Christianity.

Free Download The Invention of Madness: State, Society, and the Insane in Modern China (Studies of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute) by Emily Baum
English | November 5, 2018 | ISBN: 022658061X, 022655824X | True EPUB | 304 pages | 16.6 MB
Throughout most of history, in China the insane were kept within the home and treated by healers who claimed no specialized knowledge of their condition. In the first decade of the twentieth century, however, psychiatric ideas and institutions began to influence longstanding beliefs about the proper treatment for the mentally ill. In The Invention of Madness, Emily Baum traces a genealogy of insanity from the turn of the century to the onset of war with Japan in 1937, revealing the complex and convoluted ways in which "madness" was transformed in the Chinese imagination into "mental illness."