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Submarines: An Illustrated History of Their Impact (Weapons & Warfare)

Submarines: An Illustrated History of Their Impact (Weapons & Warfare)

by PaulE.Fontenoy (Author)

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    Hardcover 2007

    $130.77
Synopsis

From the steam-powered models introduced in World War I to today's nuclear-powered, multiweaponed technological wonders, submarines have revolutionized warfare on the world's seas. This volume follows the extraordinary development of this key component of the world's navies.


* Approximately 80 vivid photos and technical illustrations of the most significant submarine models over the past century, from the steam-driven models used in World War I to today's nuclear-powered classes

* A reference section provides a comprehensive and concise summary of the designs of every significant submarine class that has operated worldwide since 1900, plus summaries of their service

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 447
 Edition: Ill
 Publisher: University of Hawai'i Press
Published: 15 Mar 2007
ISBN 10: 1851095632
ISBN 13: 9781851095636
Book Overview: Seemingly invisible submarines have exerted enormous influence on naval warfare since the early 1900s. Today, they are a mainstay of world navies large and small, an economically efficient weapon system whose threat no fleet commander can ignore-and whose presence has sparked a continuing evolution in naval defenses and tactics.

Media Reviews
Recommended. Reference collections or those concerned with military technology and its impact upon society; upper-level undergraduates and above. - Choice
Best suited for specialized history collections at special and large academic and public libraries. - Library Journal
This work is highly recommended for those libraries with large military affairs collections. - ARBA
Author Bio

Paul E. Fontenoy, PhD, is curator of maritime research and technology at the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort, NC, and a visiting assistant professor in the maritime studies program at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC. His published works include ABC-CLIO's Aircraft Carriers: An Illustrated History of Their Impact.