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This illustrated military history tells the story of sea power, charting its evolution from early battleships and submarines to the naval aircraft and carriers that dominated the Second World War. Explore the rise and fall of the battleship, from the ironclad La Gloire to the New Jersey.
Discover the early concepts of underwater travel, the invention of the torpedo, and the development of submarines. Witness their crucial role in both World Wars, culminating in today's nuclear submarines.
Finally, trace the evolution of naval aircraft, from primitive observation biplanes to the potent instruments of power that secured Allied victories in the Pacific. See the development of the carrier and how attacks were carried out in open water. Experience the power of naval forces.
Used (good, see images, some yellowing, ex library, and handwritten name) Hardcover ISBN 0729601358
