The plane that ruled the Pacific skies. The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was Japan’s most feared fighter in the early years of World War II—fast, agile, and deadly. In this richly illustrated volume, Martin Caidin explores the Zero’s design, combat history, and legacy, with firsthand insights from the men who built and flew it. Saburō Sakai’s introduction sets the tone with vivid recollections of aerial duels and the warrior spirit of Imperial Japan. A tribute to engineering brilliance and battlefield courage, Zero Fighter is essential reading for aviation and history enthusiasts.