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The World Encyclopedia of Amphibious Warfare Vessels: An illustrated history of modern amphibious warfare
Bernard Ireland
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Description for The World Encyclopedia of Amphibious Warfare Vessels: An illustrated history of modern amphibious warfare
Hardcover. Illustrates the differences between raids with specific objectives, incursions to hold territory for a limited period, island assaults and major invasions (Normandy). This title includes a directory of landing ships, with a historical review detailing conventional personnel and cargo carriers, leading to the modern multifunction ship. Num Pages: 256 pages, 530 photographs. BIC Classification: GBC; JWMV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 305 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1624. Features a Directory of Over 180 Vessels with 530 Photographs. 256 pages, 530 photographs. Illustrates the differences between raids with specific objectives, incursions to hold territory for a limited period, island assaults and major invasions (Normandy). This title includes a directory of landing ships, with a historical review detailing conventional personnel and cargo carriers, leading to the modern multifunction ship. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: GBC; JWMV. Dimension: 238 x 305 x 27. Weight: 1622.
This authoritative book sketches the historical development of amphibious warfare, using real examples to illustrate the great range of scale, from raiding to full-scale invasion, with historical examples. It highlights the many coordinated activities necessary for a successful operation, from surveying and minesweeping to fire support, fighter direction and tri-service control. Two illustrated country-by-country directories cover landing ships, which transport personnel, cargo and vehicles from shore-to-shore, and landing craft, which focus on ship-to-shore movements. This instructive volume containing 530 photographs will provide enthusiasts and historians with a lively and engaging guide to a fascinating subject.
This authoritative book sketches the historical development of amphibious warfare, using real examples to illustrate the great range of scale, from raiding to full-scale invasion, with historical examples. It highlights the many coordinated activities necessary for a successful operation, from surveying and minesweeping to fire support, fighter direction and tri-service control. Two illustrated country-by-country directories cover landing ships, which transport personnel, cargo and vehicles from shore-to-shore, and landing craft, which focus on ship-to-shore movements. This instructive volume containing 530 photographs will provide enthusiasts and historians with a lively and engaging guide to a fascinating subject.
Product Details
Publisher
Anness
Number of pages
256
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
Weight
1609g
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780754820901
SKU
V9780754820901
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-10
About Bernard Ireland
Bernard Ireland gained experience in many aspects of naval research during a working life spent with the Royal Naval Scientific Service and its successor organizations. He has acted as a freelance technical illustrator to major shipping companies and other organizations. This is his 30th book on maritime technological or historical subjects, and he has also contributed to many partworks and ... Read more
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