Antony Preston Books

Describes warships and naval battles of the twentieth century, from the Russo-Japanese War of 1905 to the Falkland Islands War of 1982.

Traces the history of aircraft carriers since 1914, chronicling the role played by these ships in World War II and in modern defense systems.

More than 6000 warships are included in this comprehensive encyclopedia of the world's navies during World War II.Compiled from the pages of contemporary editions of Jane's, the world's most authoritative naval reference work, this extraordinary volume presents photographs, line drawings, and data tables, providing the reader with instant reference to the facts and figures of the great fleets that clashed at Leyte Gulf, Midway, Matapan, and the many other naval battles that took place on the oceans and seas around the world.

An account of the dramatic events of naval history during the period of its most rapid and exciting developments.

The first complete story of these redoubtable destroyers and their crucial role in both World Wars. 138 pp; 32 b&w plates plus line drawings in text.

Chronicles the history of the submarine and discusses its technological development and its fighting record in two world wars.

In very good condition with dust jacket. Owner's name on title page, otherwise pages are clean and unmarked and binding is tight. Dust jacket shows shelf wear and has a couple of tears. We ship immediately!