Synopsis
This book, a follow-up to "The Armored Navy," chronicles the major developments in fighting vessels from 1872 to 1876. The author, a respected naval engineer, takes the reader through the 'war of plates versus guns ,' describing the continuous improvements made to ironclad warships during the period. The author examines the latest ships built in France, England, Russia, Germany, Austria, Italy, Spain, Greece, Turkey, the United States, Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Chile, China, and Japan. From the battleships of Britain's Royal Navy, 'Alexandra' and 'Temeraire,' to the Russian 'Peter the Great,' these vessels represent the cutting edge of naval warfare and are meticulously detailed with diagrams and illustrations. The author also goes on to discuss the increasing importance of guns and armor in naval warfare and what this means for the future of combat on the high seas, making this book an essential read for anyone interested in the development of modern naval warfare.
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