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Day of Infamy

Attack on Pearl Harbor

Steve White Gary Erskine Jerrold Spahn

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English
Osprey Publishing
20 May 2012
Series: Graphic History
Compelling true stories of war in a gripping comic strip narrative, written and developed by renowned comic book writers and illustrators, which will appeal to children and adults alike.

On 7 December 1941, the Japanese Navy launched a surprise attack on American military bases in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, bringing the USA into World War 2. Remember the 65th anniversary of the attack and discover the story of those caught up in this fateful day - such as Lieutenants Taylor and Welch, who heroically took to the skies in P-40s to become the first US aces of the war.

The story is supported by a wealth of historical detail, including further reading on the causes and consequences of the events, the key players, a glossary of important terms and where to find out more.

For more information, please visit www.graphichistories.com

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Illustrated by:   Gary Erskine, Jerrold Spahn
Imprint:   Osprey Publishing
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 248mm,  Width: 170mm,  Spine: 4mm
Weight:   168g
ISBN:   9781846030598
ISBN 10:   1846030595
Series:   Graphic History
Pages:   48
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 7 to 9 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Steve White worked for Marvel UK on such comics as The Real Ghostbusters, Thundercats, Transformers, Action Force and The Punisher. Comic book writing credits include Rogue Trooper and Black Light and Flesh: Chronicide, for 2000 AD. He currently works for Titan Publishing, and has edited Modesty Blaise, Dan Dare, Wallace & Gromit Comic and Best of the Simpsons. He lives and works in London. The author lives in London, UK.

Reviews for Day of Infamy: Attack on Pearl Harbor

...this really is a well done book and should provide an excellent introduction to this event. As with all Osprey titles, it is one that you can buy with confidence. Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com ... it is presented in graphic novel format and captures the facts of battle into a presentation filled with fictionalized adventures... provides a colorful graphic novel focusing on Pearl Harbor events. [This history] will also appeal to young adults studying the facts of military history -- this audience will find a much more accessible format and history here. The Bookwatch Midwest Book Review


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