Wings Over Water
Brief Synopsis
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A documentary exploring the vital role naval aviation has played in shaping United States history and finally propelling the U.S. to world superpower status. The documentary traces the growth of the Navy's use of aviation beginning with Theodore Roosevelt, who as assistant secretary of the Navy unde
Cast & Crew
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Peter Thomas
Narration
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
1986
Production Company
Connecticut Public Television
Technical Specs
Duration
1h 30m
Synopsis
A documentary exploring the vital role naval aviation has played in shaping United States history and finally propelling the U.S. to world superpower status. The documentary traces the growth of the Navy's use of aviation beginning with Theodore Roosevelt, who as assistant secretary of the Navy under President McKinley, attempted to make America a naval superpower. Included in the program is film footage from Colonel Jimmy Doolittle's daring raid on Tokyo in April 1942 and scenes from the Battle of Midway in June 1942, which became the U.S. naval victory that turned the tide of war in the Pacific.
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
1986
Production Company
Connecticut Public Television
Technical Specs
Duration
1h 30m
