Friedman, Norman
British Cruisers: Two World Wars and After
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399097918
- author:
- Friedman, Norman
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Seaforth Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 24.1 x 2.3 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Royal Navy's interest in cruisers was driven by Britain's extensive overseas territories and large merchant fleet. This multi-purpose warship was needed to defend trade routes and police the empire, making it a crucial component of British naval strategy. The demands of quality and quantity placed a heavy burden on designers, who had to balance these competing needs through international treaties that restricted ship size and numbers. As a result, Britain developed the heavy cruiser and inspired the large 6in-armed cruiser, neither of which ultimately served its best interests. This book provides a comprehensive understanding of British cruiser development, from the inter-war period to modernizations and future plans. With detailed appendices and specially commissioned plans, it offers a fresh perspective on this important aspect of British naval history.
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