Kriegsmarine Coastal Forces: No. 151 (New Vanguard) - Softcover

Williamson, Gordon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1846033314 ISBN 13: 9781846033315

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

Although often overlooked in favour of the U-boats or battleships, the vast majority of the Kriegsmarine was formed of the smaller vessels of the coastal forces. These ships and boats, which included minesweepers, torpedo boats, patrol boats, and blockade breakers, gave crucial service to Germany during the war, and many continued serving for decades after the surrender in such tasks as clearing minefields. Also included in these forces was Hitler's yacht, the Ostwind. This book reveals the history of the vessels that formed the backbone of the Kriegsmarine, and combines fascinating anecdotes, detailed technical information, and full-colour artwork.

About this title

Review:

"...this promises to be a great addition to any reference library." --Sean Ford, ModelShipwrights.net (October 2008)

Book Description:

A fascinating look at the history of the ships that formed the backbone of the Kriegsmarine: from minesweepers to torpedo boats to blockade breakers.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1846033314
• ISBN 13: 9781846033315
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Palmer Ian