Warships Of Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the ironclad colonial gunboats of the nineteenth century to the sleek guided-missile frigates of the modern Royal Australian Navy, Warships of Australia presents a sweeping and authoritative chronicle of the vessels that have defended Australia's vast coastline and maritime interests. Authors Ross Gillett, Colin Graham, and Anthony Macdougall bring together an impressive breadth of research, detailing ship classes, technical specifications, operational histories, and the defining naval engagements that shaped Australia's seafaring identity — all accompanied by a rich collection of photographs that bring these formidable machines of war to vivid life. This volume stands as an essential reference for naval historians and maritime enthusiasts alike, illustrating not only the evolution of Australian naval technology but also the strategic and geopolitical forces that drove it. Written with the authority of dedicated researchers and the accessibility of skilled storytellers, it captures the pride and purpose embedded in every vessel to sail under the Australian White Ensign. Whether you are drawn to the thunder of World War II fleet actions or the quiet vigilance of Cold War patrols, this comprehensive survey will leave you with a profound appreciation for the seafarers and the steel that kept a continent nation secure.
Author: Ross Gillett, Colin Graham With Anthony Macdougall
Format: Hardback
Published: 1977, Rigby
Genre: Maritime history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the ironclad colonial gunboats of the nineteenth century to the sleek guided-missile frigates of the modern Royal Australian Navy, Warships of Australia presents a sweeping and authoritative chronicle of the vessels that have defended Australia's vast coastline and maritime interests. Authors Ross Gillett, Colin Graham, and Anthony Macdougall bring together an impressive breadth of research, detailing ship classes, technical specifications, operational histories, and the defining naval engagements that shaped Australia's seafaring identity — all accompanied by a rich collection of photographs that bring these formidable machines of war to vivid life. This volume stands as an essential reference for naval historians and maritime enthusiasts alike, illustrating not only the evolution of Australian naval technology but also the strategic and geopolitical forces that drove it. Written with the authority of dedicated researchers and the accessibility of skilled storytellers, it captures the pride and purpose embedded in every vessel to sail under the Australian White Ensign. Whether you are drawn to the thunder of World War II fleet actions or the quiet vigilance of Cold War patrols, this comprehensive survey will leave you with a profound appreciation for the seafarers and the steel that kept a continent nation secure.