Praise for books by Sean Paul Milligan

Quonset Point Naval Air Station,  Gem of the Atlantic, by Sean Paul Milligan

and

Quonset Point Naval Air Station, Volume ll by Sean Paul Milligan

A few years ago, a friend of mine was asking for photographs for a book on NAS Quonset Point.  That book is now available from the author and it is a real gem.  The 128 page, 6 1/2" x 9 1/4" book is just full of photographs detailing the history of the Naval Air Station at Quonset Point.  First built in 1941, the air station was homebase for many of the seaplane squadrons that fought the battle of the Atlantic.  It was also homeport for several carrier airwings that embarked upon the many 'jeep' carriers who were tasked with convoy protection. The book then goes on to discuss the many classified projects undertaken during the war including Quonset's major involvement in developing a Naval night fighter.

Postwar saw the drawdown of units and ships, but Quonset was set to enter the jet age and there are several good photographs of early jets.  Quonset Point was renowned for the Naval Air Rework Facility there and its specialization in reciprocating engines.  There are numerous photographs of F4U Corsairs, A-1 Skyraiders, and other prop aircraft that went through the station.  It was this specialization in prop aircraft that spelled the final demise of Quonset Point.  When the services finally phased out the round-motored aircraft, there was no more need for the rework facility.  Quonset Point finally closed in 1974; chopped by Richard Nixon as part of the drawdown after Vietnam.

Sean Milligan's book is page after page of quality black and white photographs.  Other than photo captions and the introduction, there is very little verbiage.  It is the over 200 superb photographs that make the book.  Want photos of J2F Ducks for your next kit?  How about Hellcat nightfighters, EA-1 Skyraiders, S-2A's, TBM-3Ws, AF-2's, and the rare TBY Seawolf.  They are all here and more.  How about a good photo of a 1950 Chevrolet pickup as used by base security complete with fender mounted siren?  A little esoteric, but this is the strength of this book.

Highly recommended for USN enthusiasts everywhere.  The letter that came with the book mentions another on threat, adversary, target and utility squadrons.  I hope it is either available or in work.  Buy this book!

American Aviation Historical Society JOURNAL  '... a little gem..."
"...excellent...".  William T Larkins, Founder.
Author of U. S. NAVY AIRCRAFT 1921-1941.

WINGS OF GOLD  ' ..nifty, well-researched..... pictures are
outstanding...informative captions...A good book to have around".  Captain Dick Knott, USN (RET)

"The Quonset book is excellent".
R. C. STURTIVANT   I.S.O.   Author of THE SQUADRONS OF THE FLEET AIR ARM

NAVAL AVIATION NEWS  "This book belongs in your library".  Commander Peter Mersky USNR (RET)

THE GLENN L MARTIN AVIATION MUSEUM  ' ... super...great photos and captions".  Stan Piet, Executive Director.

AIR CLASSICS  "..extensive and detailed..."  "...an extraordinary
archive..."

THE HOOK  "...Gem of a book"  ...highly recommended..."

GOSPORT  ".. jam packed...with rare and historical photographs... Chief Art Giberson USN (RET)

United States Naval Institute PROCEEDINGS  "...a nostalgic look at Naval Aviation..."  Commander J Cutler , USN (RET)

THE PROVIDENCE JOURNAL-BULLETIN  "...surprises..."   "...lively..."
"chronicles 'hallowed ground' of Quonset Point".  Gerry Goldstein

ATLANTIC FLYER  '...'Quonset Point Naval Air Station' is for you".

MILITARY   "An awesome tribute".  I recommend it strongly to anyone even remotely associated with U. S carrier based warfare...  Major Dominic J Caraccilo.