Publisher's Synopsis
A comprehensive and highly illustrated guide to the warships of World War II, now in a new flexibinding
This Collins Gem is being reissued in flexibinding, providing the durability of a hardback with the flexibility of a paperback. The stylish new cover design will enliven this and 70 other bestselling Gems.
The attractive guide uses information provided by the renowned Jane's group on over 100 naval vessels used during World War II.
Each entry includes the following:
A contemporary photograph
Background information on the history, appearance and military record of the vessel
Technical specifications such as displacement, armaments, maximum speed and crew complement
So, if you want to know about an Effingham class cruiser, Chiyoda class aircraft carrier or a Fletcher class destroyer, Collins Gem Warships of World War II is the place to look.
