Doyle, David Corsair. Vought's F4U in World War II and Korea

The F4U "Corsair", designed by Vought and produced by that firm, as well as, "Goodyear" and "Brewster Aeronautical Corporation", would not only rack up an impressive 11:1 kill ratio against its foes in WWII, but go on to serve through the Korean War as well. The iconic inverted gull wing of the aircraft, along with its distinctive whistling sound made the "Corsair" unmistakable to friend and foe alike. The "Corsair" was remarkable not only in serving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps in two wars, but also remaining in production through 1952. The "Corsair" was also the mount of some of the nation's most distinguished aces, including Gregory "Pappy" Boyington, Ken Walsh, and Tom Blackburn. Through carefully researched photos, many of which have never before been published and which are reproduced in remarkable clarity, the history and details of this iconic aircraft are revealed. This book is part of the "Legends of Warfare. Aviation" series.

The "Corsair" served the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps in two wars and was produced until 1952. The F4U was also the vehicle for some of America's most famous flying aces, including Gregory "Pappy" Boyington, Ken Walsh and Tom Blackburn. Through carefully researched photographs, many never before published and reproduced with remarkable clarity, the history and details of this distinctive aircraft are revealed.