Jane's Naval History of World War II

 

This text covers all the different types of warship that fought from the Atlantic and Arctic to the Pacific Ocean. From aircraft carriers to submarines, assault ships to destroyers and cruisers, Bernard Ireland's paintings bring to life the variety of warships that took part in the greatest naval conflict in history. Naval historian Bernard Ireland offers new insights into the conflict, investigating how German U-boats ultimately lost the battle of the Atlantic while US submarines annihiliated Japan's merchant navy.

From the Author
Jane's Naval History of World War II
In this book I have concentrated on the five issues that were central to the outcomes of the naval war of 1939-45. In my opinion these were: * The War against Commerce. Germany's inability to sever the Atlantic trade routes allows Britain to survive. * The War against the U-boat. Tchnical quality and superior intelligence beat sheer numbers. * The American Submarine War against Japan. Destruction of her merchant marine leaves Japan unable to sustain the war. * Amphibious Warfare. The ability to deploy decisive military strength over great distances. * Aviation at Sea. Carriers provide the local air superiority necessary for a fleet to operate in hostile waters.

 

Bernard Ireland

Hardcover with d/w large format 256pp Harper Collins 1998 1st Ed

 

Fine/Vg

Book Code:  SA1780