Illustrates the Navy's extensive and varied experience in combating the forces of Imperial Japan in the North Pacific during World War II. Battles and groups which are extensively discussed include the assault and occupation of Attu Island (May 1943), the Kurile Islands, the Aleutians (patrol craft operations: a battle against weather), Fleet Air Wing Four (shore-based air operations), and more. Also "weather notes for pilots", and a listing and description of the shore facilities in the Alaska/Aleutians area which supported our operating forces. Photos.