Rear Admiral Jonathan L. Scott reminisces on his legacy of introducing aircraft carriers to the U.S. Navy on his retirement day. Despite post-World War I military downsizing, Scott and a few others relentlessly pursued their vision of carrier-bound air capabilities. They overcame initial challenges, including aircraft design limitations and training fatalities, to prove the worth of their innovation in World War II's pivotal Battle of Midway and beyond.
Task Force
The remarkable Navy career of Jonathan Scott provides a compelling backdrop for an examination of the aircraft carrier's evolution from its humble beginnings in the early 20th century to its current significance in modern times.
