The aerial clashes between the iconic Corsair and Zero-sen
translated into a contest of speed and altitude for the former,
versus the latter's outstanding agility and range. Whilst the F4U
Corsair eventually proved to be a superior fighter in Pacific
operations, its introduction into combat in this theatre initially
demonstrated its weaknesses. Indeed, the 'Saint Valentine's Day
Massacre' debacle showcased exemplary Zero-sen fighter tactics, and
American losses were of sufficient magnitude that further daylight
missions toward Bougainville were discontinued until Allied fighter
tactics could be improved. As a result, for the next two months the
Corsair's combat results were much subdued. Indeed, the F4U only
became a superb fighter when both its pilots and their commanders
worked out how to deploy the gull-wing design effectively. Optimum
circumstances for effective engagement did not always occur, and
the Zero-sen remained effective against the Corsair until February
1944 in the South Pacific, after which all IJNAF fighter units
vacated Rabaul. This book closely examines these two different
fighters in the Solomons/Rabaul theatre, and the unique geographic
conditions which shaped their deployment and effectiveness. It
contains rare photographs and digital artwork that accurately
showcases and aligns combats of both types in-theatre with
unprecedented accuracy. Both sides vastly over-claimed. With full
access to IJNAF and US Navy/US Marine Corps records, these numbers
will be presented accurately.
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