The Royal Australian Navy: An Illustrated History
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the sun-drenched shores of Sydney Harbour to the treacherous waters of the Coral Sea and beyond, The Royal Australian Navy: An Illustrated History chronicles the remarkable story of one of the Southern Hemisphere's most storied naval forces. George Odgers presents a sweeping visual and narrative record of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), tracing its origins from the colonial naval brigades of the late 19th century through to its pivotal role in both World Wars and the major conflicts of the 20th century, all brought to life through a rich collection of photographs, maps, and illustrations. Odgers, a seasoned Australian military historian, brings authoritative precision and genuine patriotic reverence to this landmark work, illuminating the courage of the men and women who served, the ships that defined an era, and the strategic decisions that shaped Australia's maritime destiny. Anchored in meticulous research yet written with an accessibility that invites both the casual reader and the dedicated naval enthusiast, this illustrated history stands as an indispensable record of a navy forged in the fires of global conflict — leaving the reader to wonder at the sheer audacity and sacrifice that built a nation's sea power.
Author: George Odgers
Format: Hardback
Published: 1986, Child & Henry Australia
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the sun-drenched shores of Sydney Harbour to the treacherous waters of the Coral Sea and beyond, The Royal Australian Navy: An Illustrated History chronicles the remarkable story of one of the Southern Hemisphere's most storied naval forces. George Odgers presents a sweeping visual and narrative record of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), tracing its origins from the colonial naval brigades of the late 19th century through to its pivotal role in both World Wars and the major conflicts of the 20th century, all brought to life through a rich collection of photographs, maps, and illustrations. Odgers, a seasoned Australian military historian, brings authoritative precision and genuine patriotic reverence to this landmark work, illuminating the courage of the men and women who served, the ships that defined an era, and the strategic decisions that shaped Australia's maritime destiny. Anchored in meticulous research yet written with an accessibility that invites both the casual reader and the dedicated naval enthusiast, this illustrated history stands as an indispensable record of a navy forged in the fires of global conflict — leaving the reader to wonder at the sheer audacity and sacrifice that built a nation's sea power.