An Encyclopedia of Naval History

by Anthony Bruce

Other authorsWilliam Cogar
Paperback, 1999

Status

Available

Call number

359.003

Tags

naval history

Genres

Collection

Books: Non-Fiction

Publication

Checkmark Books (1999), Paperback, 448 pages

Description

From the beginnings of the age of sail and firearms in the 19th century to the present day, this encyclopaedia provides a comprehensive guide to world naval history. More than 1000 alphabetically arranged entries provide coverage of: major sea battles; principal commanders and their battles; the evolution of the warship; weapons and strategy; tactics and organizations.

Subjects

Naval art and science History Encyclopedias

Language

English

Physical description

448 p.; 11 inches

ISBN

0816040680 / 9780816040681

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