This is a documentary that was filmed while World War II was going on. It features an unnamed aircraft carrier (later identified as the USS Yorktown) as they take on Japanese forces in the Pacific. It is an hour film and takes place completely on the ship.
I was impressed by how interesting this was. It won't be for everyone, I understand that, but I was fascinated. I saw how the planes fit onto the flight deck and heard a lot of ship's slang. They showed a diagram of the carrier, and it was just so interesting to me.
The other thing that grabbed my attention was the shots during the missions. The gun cameras were something I don't think I've seen before, and I like how the narrator explained what I was seeing. And then there were shots when the planes were diving to strafe their targets. I couldn't believe how low they looked!
All in all, this was a great glimpse into the part played by the USS Yorktown during the fight for the Pacific. It covers all aspects, including the crashed planes, injured pilots, and it even took a moment to recognize a few of the dead that were previously shown in the film. I really enjoyed this one. Maybe someday I can visit the USS Yorktown, which is now a museum in South Carolina. Good Movie!
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