This volume completes the reissue of R. A. Burt’s magnificent three-volume history of British battleships; and it covers the pre-dreadnought era which has; in recent years; acquired a new and fervent following. In this new volume; the author presents full details of design and construction; armament; protection; machinery and performance; all backed up with accurate data tables listing design figures; trials results; and full particulars at different stages in the ships’ careers. The history of each battleship is recounted; especially their major contribution in WWI; where they bore the brunt of the action at the Dardenelles; bombarded the Belgium coast; patrolled the North Sea and the Channel; reinforced the Italian Fleet; and served in East Africa; the East Indies and the White Sea. Most were extensively modified during the War and this variety has made them of special interest to the historian; enthusiast and ship modeler. With the addition of many new photographs from the author’s massive collection; this new edition is a great addition to every naval library.
#2123640 in Books Pelican Publishing 2009-05-06 2009-05-06Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.90 x .50 x 8.40l; 1.30 #File Name: 158980662X144 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The Civil War Flags of MissouriBy Joe OwenGlenn Dedmondt who is noted for his excellent books on Confederate Flags has added the Civil War Flags of Missouri in the series. The state of Missouri went thru absolute chaos before and during the Civil War years. It was a state that was "split" when it came to seceding from the Union to join the Confederacy; or remain in the Union. As a result; it was a bloody chaotic time when brother literally fought against brother; split towns apart and families. When South Carolina fired upon Ft. Sumter in Charleston Harbor in April of 1861; the news quickly spread to Western Border States such as Missouri; Kansas; Nebraska; and Arkansas. Many towns in these states formed their own militias and the ladies of the towns sewn flags that showed their devotion to the newly formed CSA. In Missouri these flags quickly became "hotbeds" of contention as those in the towns that remained loyal to the Union tried tear them down or Union troops going thru the towns in Missouri seized and captured the flags. There was a lot of bloodshed blamed on both sides and it was a dangerous time. Many of these flags were destroyed or didn't survive the war; but there was also many that did and are now preserved to this day in museums; state archives; and private collections. Later in the war; Missouri Regiments would received the standard regimental flags issued by the Confederacy and these flags were flown at such places as Vicksburg and other important battles. Also presented are the flags flown by Missouri Glenn Dedmondt once again has done an outstanding job researching; illustrating; and giving the history of these flags and the militias; towns; and regiments that flew the Civil War Flags of Missouri. This is an OUTSTANDING series of books by Mr. Dedmondt; he has also published Civil War Flags of Alabama; Arkansas; North Carolina; and South Carolina and are a MUST HAVE to any serious Civil War Scholar; Historian; or student and make a fine addition to any Civil War library. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. InterestingBy Marine Mom 2Nice book with nice detail.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Larry B.product as stated liked it.
