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Traces the development of fighting ships from the war galleys launched by the Greeks and Persians to those used today.

For many centuries, warships were key to a nation's power. Read about how sailing ships fought for control of the oceans and about the coming of iron and steel warships, and find out what life is like in a nuclear submarine.

This title covers a vast range of warships from ancient triremes to present day destroyers, aircraft carriers and stealth corvettes. Cutaway illustrations reveal the inner workings of warship engines and weaponry.

This book describes battleships and submarines used in twentieth-century warfare, including their specifications and statistics.

Chronicling the great warships from World War II to the present, this book offers enthusiasts a detailed look into their specifications, firepower, and success rate. Features precise illustrations and dramatic photographs.

"Hidden Warships profiles the search for and discovery of sunken World War II-era ships as well as the history behind the vessels, including over 150 historic and modern photos. This book follows the author's Hidden Warbirds series"-- "Read about and see the unique stories of the combat history, recovery, and preservation of World War II-era combat ships from around the world. World War II produced many epic naval battles and technologies. The many...