Roberts, John
The Battlecruiser Hood (Anatomy of The Ship)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472846068
- author:
- Roberts, John
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Osprey Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 128
- Genre:
- History,Military History, Naval,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Battlecruiser Hood is a detailed study of one of the most iconic capital ships in the world. Built during World War I, the HMS Hood was the largest, fastest, and most handsome capital ship in the world at the time of its construction. This book, part of the Anatomy of the Ship series, provides a comprehensive analysis of the Hood's design, its genesis, and its contemporary significance. The book features a complete set of superb line drawings, supported by technical details and a record of the ship's service history. For the first time, this volume is available in paperback, offering a unique opportunity for readers to explore the history of the HMS Hood in depth. The result is a fascinating look at one of the most significant episodes in the history of the Royal Navy.