The Origins of Aegis : Eli T. Reich, Wayne Meyer, and the Creation of a Revolutionary Naval Weapons System.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wildenberg, Thomas.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Reich, Eli T. (Eli Thomas), 1913-1999.

Reich, Eli T.

Meyer, Wayne, 1926-2009.

Meyer, Wayne.

United States. Navy--Guided missile personnel--Biography.

United States.

United States. Navy--Weapons systems--Technological innovations.

United States. Navy--Officers--Biography.

Military weapons.

Cruise missile defenses.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (312 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

La Vergne : Naval Institute Press, 2024.

Summary:

The book 'The Origins of AEGIS' by Thomas Wildenberg explores the careers and contributions of Eli T. Reich and Wayne Meyer, two pivotal figures in the development of the AEGIS naval weapons system. This work highlights the impact of mid-level naval officers on military technology advancements during the latter half of the 20th century. It details the professional journeys of Reich and Meyer, illustrating their roles in advancing missile technology and implementing the AEGIS system within the U.S. Navy. The book serves to document the innovative approaches and leadership qualities that facilitated technological progress in naval defense systems. Aimed at historians and military enthusiasts, it provides a comprehensive account of the technological and organizational challenges faced and overcome by these officers. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Eli Reich

Wayne Meyer

Advanced Weapons Systems

AEGIS and after.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9781682479247

1682479242

OCLC:

1429738147