The Naval Institute Guide to Combat Fleets of the World, 15th Edition, Their Ships, Aircraft, and Systems

Eric Wertheim

ISBN 10: 159114955X / ISBN 13: 9781591149552

Published by Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, Maryland, 2007

About this Item

Excellent condition. Spine, binding and cover all fine; contents very clean throughout and no inscription. Dustcover very good, barely any wear. 1058 pages. Heavy - will attract additional postage. Heavy - will require additional postage outside UK.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Naval Institute Guide to Combat Fleets of the World, 15th Edition, Their Ships, Aircraft, and Systems
• Publisher: Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, Maryland
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 159114955X
• ISBN 13: 9781591149552
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 15th Edition.
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Naval
  • Military

About this title

Synopsis

Internationally acknowledged as the best one-volume reference to the world's naval and paranaval forces, this popular Naval Institute guide is both comprehensive and affordable. Updated biennially since 1976, it has come to be relied on for all-inclusive, accurate, and up-to-date data on the ships, navies, coast guards, and naval aviation arms of more than 180 countries and territories. Large fleets and small maritime forces get equally thorough treatment as evidenced in this new edition, which highlights major and even minor developments that could have an impact on the world scene. A thorough indexing of material and a logical ship-typing system make the book easy to use and allow for quick comparisons between fleets.

The guide continues to present timely, authoritative information supported by more than four thousand illustrations from correspondents throughout the world. From giant aircraft carriers and ballistic missile submarines to tugboats and launches, the characteristics and capabilities of ships large and small are reliably recorded. Complete descriptions of naval aircraft, weapons, weapon systems, and sensors are also provided along with useful commentary on organization, personnel strengths, and bases.

About the Author

Eric Wertheim is a defense consultant, columnist, and author specializing in naval and maritime affairs. Frequently interviewed by the news media, he has served as a speechwriter for Pentagon officials and a consultant to private industry and the U.S. government. He has been a columnist for Proceedings magazine since 1994. He lives in the Washington D.C. area.