Cruiser Birmingham

The Cruiser Birmingham: A Detailed Look at the HMS Birmingham's General Arrangements. This book presents a unique opportunity to explore the technical details of the HMS Birmingham, a famous interwar 'Town-class cruiser. Based on original builders' plans, these drawings provide an unprecedented level of detail about the ship's design and fitting as it entered service in 1937. The National Maritime Museum at Greenwich has made digital copies of these plans using the latest scanning technology. The book includes three separate sets of plans, covering the ship's career from its completion in 1937, its refit in 1943, and its modernization in 1952. Extensive captions point to important features found in the plans, while an introduction provides background information on the design process. This detailed look at the HMS Birmingham is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history and shipbuilding. By examining these original plans, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the HMS Birmingham's design and construction, and appreciate its significance as a representative of British warships during World War II.