An Illustrated Directory of Amphibious Warfare Vessels
A complete guide to landing ships, detailing conventional personnel and cargo carriers, welldeck dock ships and modern multi-function ships accommodating helicopters, landing craft, military personnel, their vehicles and equipment.
It also features a country-by-country directory of landing craft, from ramped beaching craft to present-day high-speed air-cushion craft, including amphibious tracked landing vehicles and peripheral activities such as minesweeping and obstacle clearance.
Specification boxes provide at-a-glance information about each vessel's country of origin, displacement, dimensions, armament, machinery, power and endurance.
It includes a technical glossary explaining naval acronyms, abbreviations and key terminology.
This authoritative book consists of two illustrated directories, the first covering landing ships - the ocean-going vessels that transport personnel, cargo or vehicles - and then landing craft, the majority of which are transported aboard specialist ships.
From float-on, float-off welldeck ships to high-speed air-cushion landing craft, 130 types from around the world are included.
With over 210 photographs from museums, libraries and other historical sources, this instructive volume provides enthusiasts with a lively and engaging guide to a fascinating subject.
Details
| Autor: | Bernard Ireland |
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| Ausführung: | 160 Seiten, 28 x 21.5 cm, kartoniert |
| Abbildungen: | 210+ farbige und s/w-Abbildungen |
| Verlag: | Anness Publishing (GB, 2013) |
| ISBN: | 9781780192437 |
