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

The Admirals is a comprehensive and engaging history of the four five-star admirals who led the US Navy to victory in World War II.

Borneman's well-crafted book provides an in-depth look at the intertwined lives, friendships, and rivalries of these remarkable men, revolutionizing naval warfare forever with submarines and aircraft carriers.

Drawing upon primary sources, including journals and ship logs, Borneman brings this incredible historical moment to life, showing how these four admirals worked together to ensure that the Axis fleets lay destroyed on the ocean floor at the end of World War II.

With a focus on their leadership and strategic thinking, The Admirals is an essential read for anyone interested in military history or the story of how the United States became the world's dominant sea power.