The World Encyclopedia of Destroyers, Frigates & Submarines: A History of Destroyers, Frigates and Underwater Vessels from around the world, including ... of over 380 warships and submarines - Couverture rigide

Ireland, Bernard & Parker John

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0754820920 ISBN 13 : 9780754820925

Editeur : Lorenz Books, 2012

Synopsis

This expertly researched volume is divided into two parts, the first half focussing on the history of destroyers and frigates, and the second on the submarine. Each section has a history and chronological directory featuring the major vessels of that era. The opening section charts the development of the destroyer from its origin as a fragile torpedo boat through to the classic torpedo-armed fleet destroyer. The second half of the book features a history of the submarine and chronicles a century of submarine development. Illustrated with over 1300 photographs and artworks, this authoritative volume provides enthusiasts with key information about the world's destroyers, frigates and submarines.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Charts a century of destroyer, frigate and submarine development, starting with the earliest vessels, through the two world wars and the Cold War, through to the incredible machines planned for construction in the 21st century. This book offers comprehensive chronological directories for each type of vessel, from the earliest torpedo boats and first attempts to travel beneath the waves to the mighty warships and submarines of today. Each entry is accompanied by full technical information, such as origin, length, displacement, speed, armament and propulsion. Specification boxes provide at-a-glance information about each vessel's country of origin, displacement, dimensions, armament, machinery, power, performance and protection. This expertly researched volume is divided into two parts, the first half focussing on the history of destroyers and frigates, and the second on the submarine. Each section has a history and chronological directory featuring the major vessels of that era. The opening section charts the development of the destroyer from its origin as a fragile torpedo boat through to the classic torpedo-armed fleet destroyer. The second half of the book features a history of the submarine and chronicles a century of submarine development. Illustrated with over 1300 photographs and artworks, this authoritative volume provides enthusiasts with key information about the world's destroyers, frigates and submarines.

Biographie de l'auteur :

Spending a working life with the Royal Naval Scientific Service and its successor organizations, Bernard Ireland gained experience in many aspects of naval research. In a parallel career, he has acted as freelance technical illustrator to major shipping companies and other organizations. He has written many books on maritime technology and history. John Parker has written more than 35 books published in over 75 editions worldwide, including many acclaimed military and investigative projects and high-profile biographies.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Lorenz Books
• Date d'édition: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0754820920
• ISBN 13: 9780754820925
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 512