The Battlecruiser Hood (Anatomy of The Ship) - Softcover

Roberts, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 184486202X ISBN 13: 9781844862023

Publisher: Conway Maritime Press, 2013

Synopsis

The destruction of the HMS Hood by the Bismarck in 1941 was one of the most shocking episodes in the history of the Royal Navy. Built during World War I, the Hood was the largest, fastest and one of the most handsome capital ships in the world. For the first time, this volume in the renowned Anatomy of a Ship series is available in paperback, and features a detailed description of every aspect of the beloved battlecruiser. In addition to analysing the genesis of its design and contemporary significance, this exceptional study provides the finest documentation of the Hood, with a complete set of superb line drawings, supported by technical details and a record of the ship's service history.

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Battlecruiser Hood The destruction of the HMS Hood in 1941 was one of the most shocking episodes in the history of the Royal Navy. This entry in the Anatomy of a Ship series--now in paper--features a detailed description of every aspect of the beloved battlecruiser. In addition to analyzing the genesis of its design and its contemporary significance, this exceptional study features superb line drawings, technical de Full description

Book Description:

Part of the renowned Anatomy of the Ship series, this book is a fascinating look at one of the most handsome capital ships in the world.

About this edition

• Publisher: Conway Maritime Press
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 184486202X
• ISBN 13: 9781844862023
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128