US Navy Hornet Units of Operation Iraqi Freedom (2 volumes)

Holmes, T: 2004-2005 Osprey UK, softcover, together 192 pages, illustrated. (Part One) describes how F/A‑18 Hornet squadrons operated as the versatile backbone of U.S. carrier aviation during the opening phases of Operation Iraqi Freedom, combining precision strike, close air support, and air-defense missions over Iraq. US Navy Hornet Units of Operation Iraqi Freedom (Part Two) continues with the Hornet units in the northern campaign, highlighting combat from carrier decks, the mobilization and combat debut of Navy Reserve squadrons, and detailed pilot accounts of missions and tactics. 9781841768014 / 9781841768854. In very good condition