Publisher's Synopsis
A fully revised edition of the most comprehensive guide to modern warships available to the general public.
Since the last (1996) edition of this book, there have been major changes to the world's navies. A new generation of warships is entering service, replacing the fleets built up during the Cold War. The Russian navy is evolving as a much smaller, but better equipped force and the Pacific rim nations are expanding their fleets. China is poised to develop a truly capable blue water navy.
Jane's Warship Recognition Guide provides technical specifications from Jane's Fighting Ships (published since 1898, and the acknowledged world leader in naval reference).
