Imperial Japan / Doolittle Raid

Japanese Naval Ensign

This is a replica of the ag own by the IJN during WWII (and re-adopted in 1954). Made of screened polyester with reinforced edging and brass grommets, it measures 5'x 3'. #65258 mets, it measures 5'x 3'. $18.95

A replica of the IJN IJN Battleship 29½" Long! battleship Yamato Kit Yamato as she appeared on her nal voyage in April 1945, this 1/350 scale plastic kit features the choice of a full hull or waterline display, an incredibly detailed superstructure, rotating 460mm main cannons with optional-position barrels, rotating and elevating secondary and anti-aircraft guns, a full complement of boats and reconnaissance oatplanes, photoetched metal parts, metal propeller shafts and movable rudders, and a display stand. 29½" long; assembly required. #M800839 $149.95

Aircraft Carrier Zuikaku Kit Aircraft Carrier Zuikaku Kit

A replica of the Imperial Japanese Carrier Zuikaku as she appeared during Zuikaku as she appeared during the 1941 attack on Pearl the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, this 1/700 scale plastic waterline kit feaplastic waterline kit features a nely molded hull tures a nely molded hull with simulated weld seams; an intricate island; with simulated weld seams; an intricate island; a full suite of anti-aircraft guns; anchors, lifeboats, and other a full suite of anti-aircraft guns; anchors, lifeboats, and other detail parts for added realism; and more. You even get a squadron of Zeros for the deck! 14½" long; assembly required. #83874 $59.95

Nakajima B5N2 “Kate” Model

Primarily serving as a carrier-based bomber for the Imperial Japanese bomber for the Imperial Japanese Navy during WWII, the “Kate” feaNavy during WWII, the “Kate” fea- 1/72 SCALE tured prominently at Pearl Harbor and tured prominently at Pearl Harbor and the Battle of Midway. This 1/72 scale, the Battle of Midway. This 1/72 scale, Hobby Master, die cast model features an Hobby Master, die cast model features an opening canopy, crew figures, realistic armaopening canopy, crew figures, realistic armament, optional-position landing gear, historic ment, optional-position landing gear, historic markings, and a display stand. 8½" wingspan. #981001 $79.95

The Battleships Yamato and Musashi

Selected Photos from the Archives of the Kure Maritime Museum Todaka, ed. This pictorial of Japan’s Imperial Navy covers the largest battleships ever constructed: the Yamato and Musashi. Enjoy historical photos, many of them taken by Shizuo Fuki – a former commander and technician during the war who dedicated his life to documenting the eet’s ships – as well as insight from experts, including shipbuilder Makino Shigeru. 144 pages, B&W photos, 12"x 8½", hardcover. #108082 $69.95 America vs. Japan

Over 17 Hours of Footage!

The Bloody War in the Pacific

The Japanese had hoped that the preemptive attack at Pearl Harbor would cripple the U.S. naval eet and render their ability to wage war all but nonexistent. They were wrong. This 6-DVD documentary – including rare war footage and interviews with combat veterans of every major military branch – examines how America rose up, despite a devastating early setback, to push combat back to the

Pacific and ultimately achieve victory.

B&W and color. 17 hrs. 44 min. #V9359 $29.95

B-25 Mitchell Model

Legendary aviator Lt.Col. Jimmy Doolittle led one of the most 1/200 SCALE important missions of WWII – the Doolittle Raid of April 18, 1942, when he and 15 other B-25 Mitchells attacked a series of Japanese targets. This 1/200 scale, Air Force 1, die cast model is a replica of Doolittle's legendary warbird as it appeared on that fateful day, featuring engraved panel lines, rotating propellers, and authentic markings. 4" wingspan. #701174 $19.95

USS Hornet Kit

This 1/700 scale plastic kit is a replica of the USS Hornet (CV-8) featuring textured deck detailing, a realistic superstructure, antiaircraft guns, lifeboats, and a selection of B-25 Mitchell bomber models. Assembly required. Skill level 2. 13¼" long. #701515 $29.95

USS Hornet

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Filled with new digital transfers, this DVD features rare footage of America's two great 20% ghting ships named Hornet: CV-8 and CV-12. You'll see the lm The Life and Death of the U.S.S. Hornet, which documents the history of CV-8 from launching to nal moments at Santa Cruz; extensive footage of the Doolittle Raid and the Battle of Midway; Navy Secretary Knox's speech at the launching of the new Essex-class Hornet (CV-12); and the recoveries of Apollo11 and 12. It's the proud legacy of the Hornet as never seen before. 3+ hours; includes silent and sound lm footage. #V8034 Reg: $24.95 $19.95 Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo

This exciting re-creation of the “Doolittle Raid” includes lm footage of the actual raid, won an Academy Award for special e ects in 1944, and stars Spencer Tracy as Lt. Col. James Doolittle, who led the now legendary B-25 Mitchell attack, and Van Johnson as Lt. Ted Lawson, pilot of the B-25 “Ruptured Duck.” A World War II classic! Academy Award Winner! B&W, 2 hrs. 18 min. #V9738 $24.95