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During the period from Sir Francis Drake to the 21st century the naval power of Great Britain rose from that of an obscure island to that of a world-wide empire. British shipping and seamen dominated the globe for four centuries and the ships that explored the world and those which guarded them represent a unique treasure-house of maritime history, unrivalled anywhere in the world. This book lists all the major vessels, from the Museum ships to the exhibitions and replicas all of them evoke pride and diversity and invite study from all age-groups. All are fully illustrated with colour photographs. The ships and their proud histories are described in detail, along with details of how they may be visited and enjoyed. Among the many vessels analysed and illustrated are HMS VICTORY, HMS WARRIOR, HMS CAVALIER, HMS BELFAST, HMS CAROLINE, HMS WELLINGTON, HMS ALIANCE, HMS TRINCOMALEE; the CHRYSANTHEMUM & PRESIDENT; the Royal Yacht BRITANNIA; the CUTTY SARK; the MARY ROSE; the DISCOVERY; GYPSY MOTH II; GREAT BRITAIN; OLD CALEDONIA; the MEDWAY QUEEN; the GANNET; the UNICORN; the CAMBRIA; the KATHLEEN & MARY and many more. ILLUSTRATIONS: 100 colourProduct Identifiers
PublisherPen & Sword Books LTD
ISBN-139781848846463
eBay Product ID (ePID)128832805
Product Key Features
Book TitleHeritage of the Sea: Famous Preserved Ships Around the UK
Publication Year2013
TypeTextbook
FormatHardcover
LanguageEnglish
AuthorPeter C. Smith
TopicShips, History
Number of Pages171 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height276 mm
Item Width215 mm
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorPeter C. Smith