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The Admirals: Nimitz, Halsey, Leahy, and King—the Five-Star Admirals Who Won the War at Sea

Walter R. Borneman
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The Admirals: Nimitz, Halsey, Leahy, and King—the Five-Star Admirals Who Won the War at Sea

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

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Walter R. Borneman

The Admirals: Nimitz, Halsey, Leahy, and King—the Five-Star Admirals Who Won the War at Sea

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

559

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Period
World War II
Setting

World War II • 1940s

Topic
Military & War

World History

US History
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Admirals: Nimitz, Halsey, Leahy, and King—the Five-Star Admirals Who Won the War at Sea by Walter R. Borneman explores the crucial roles of Admirals Chester Nimitz, William Halsey, William Leahy, and Ernest King in leading the United States Navy to victory during World War II, highlighting their distinct leadership styles and strategic impact on naval warfare.

Informative

Adventurous

Inspirational

Contemplative

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.5

6,869 ratings

89%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Walter R. Borneman's The Admirals receives praise for its engaging narrative and insightful portraits of Nimitz, Halsey, Leahy, and King, highlighting their strategic brilliance in World War II. However, some critiques note an occasional lack of depth in personal anecdotes. Overall, it is lauded as a compelling and informative read on naval history.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Admirals: Nimitz, Halsey, Leahy, and King—the Five-Star Admirals Who Won the War at Sea?

A reader who enjoys The Admirals likely has an interest in WWII naval history, leadership, and military strategy. Fans of Band of Brothers by Stephen E. Ambrose or The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt by Edmund Morris, who appreciate detailed biographical narratives, will find this book engaging.

4.5

6,869 ratings

89%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

559

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Period
World War II
Setting

World War II • 1940s

Topic
Military & War

World History

US History
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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