The destruction of the HMS Hood by the Bismarck in 1941 was one of the most shocking episodes in the history of the Royal Navy. Built during World War I, the Hood was the largest, fastest and one of the most handsome capital ships in the world. For the first time, this volume in the renowned Anatomy of a Ship series is available in paperback, and features a detailed description of every aspect of the beloved battlecruiser. In addition to analysing the genesis of its design and contemporary significance, this exceptional ...
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The destruction of the HMS Hood by the Bismarck in 1941 was one of the most shocking episodes in the history of the Royal Navy. Built during World War I, the Hood was the largest, fastest and one of the most handsome capital ships in the world. For the first time, this volume in the renowned Anatomy of a Ship series is available in paperback, and features a detailed description of every aspect of the beloved battlecruiser. In addition to analysing the genesis of its design and contemporary significance, this exceptional study provides the finest documentation of the Hood, with a complete set of superb line drawings, supported by technical details and a record of the ship's service history.
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Seller's Description:
Very Good in Very Good-dust jacket. 0851772501. With original grey cloths and illustrated dust jacket. With b/w line drawings throughout. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners.; Anatomy Of The Ship; 26x24.5x1.5cms; 127 pages.
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Near Fine in Very Good+ jacket. 4to-over 9¾"-12" Tall (oblong). 127pp/illus. Detailed history and drawings of HMS Hood. DJ has light edgewear at the spine. Text clean.