Hampshire, Edward
British Amphibious Assault Ships: From Suez to the Falklands and the present day (New Vanguard)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472836304
- author:
- Hampshire, Edward
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Osprey Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 48
- Dimensions:
- 24.8 x 18.4 centimetres (0.17 kg
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Royal Navy's Amphibious Assault Ships: From Suez to the Falklands and Beyond This book explores the history and development of the Royal Navy's frontline amphibious assault ships, from the early "commando carriers" to the modern Albion class. The vessels played a crucial role in Britain's expeditionary campaigns since World War II, including the Suez crisis, the Falklands War, and operations in Sierra Leone and Iraq. The book delves into the capabilities, roles, and deployment of these ships, highlighting their significance in major operations such as Suez and the Falklands. With detailed analysis and full-color illustrations, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the Royal Navy's front line. Packed with contemporary photography, this title is an essential guide to British Amphibious Assault Ships across the decades.
Related Products
Related Products
![British Napoleonic Ship-of-the-line (Osprey New Vanguard) [Illustrated]](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-hb1c2ixkfg/images/stencil/590x590/products/24616/26224/3ef7c312-437f-4b42-9ee6-873648288c70__47868.1778079014.jpg?c=1 "British Napoleonic Ship-of-the-line (Osprey New Vanguard) [Illustrated]")
British Napoleonic Ship-of-the-line (Osprey New Vanguard) [Illustrated]
Konstam, Angus
Losing Track: An Insider's - Story of Britain's Railway - Transformation from British - Rail to the Present Day
Nelson, John
The Great British Bobby: A History of British Policing from 1829 to the Present
Emsley, Clive
The Making Of The British Landscape: From the Ice Age to the Present
Nicholas Crane
Industry and Empire: From 1750 to the Present Day
Hobsbawm, E.J.