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Frigates and Corvettes: Books - History and Construction

A book on frigates and corvettes? Explore here illustrated books on the history, types and construction of frigates and corvettes.

An Illustrated Guide to Frigates of the World

This fully illustrated reference book charts the complete history of frigates, from their post-World War I function as escort vessels, their role as sloops and corvettes, and their subsequent transformation into post-World War II anti-submarine vessels.
A country-by-country directory of over 70 classes describes the main characteristics of each vessel. Each entry, with its expert commentary and high-quality photography, is accompanied by a specification box detailing country of origin, displacement, dimensions, armament, machinery, power, performance and protection.

A useful glossary containing definitions of key naval terms is included at the back of the book. With its lively narrative and over 235 photographs, this authoritative volume provides historians and enthusiasts with key information about these important naval vessels.

Author:Bernard Ireland
Specs:96 pages, 29.5 x 23 x 0.8 cm / 11.6 x 9.1 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:235 photos
Publisher:Anness Publishing (GB, 2011)
ISBN:9781844769940
An Illustrated Guide to Frigates of the World

An Illustrated Guide to Frigates of the World

Language: English

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Fregatten - Geschichte, Technik, Schiffsklassen - seit 1945

Ce livre de référence présente les plus importants frégates, entrées en service depuis 1945.

Chaque classe est présentée à l'aide d'une photo, d'une description historique et d'une fiche technique.

Author:Hans Karr
Specs:128 pages, 20.5 x 14 cm / 8.1 x 5.5 in, paperback
Illustrations:167 colour photos, 3 drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2013)
Series:Typenkompass
ISBN:9783613035782
Fregatten - Geschichte, Technik, Schiffsklassen - seit 1945

Fregatten - Geschichte, Technik, Schiffsklassen - seit 1945

Language: German

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Korvetten und Patrouillenschiffe - Geschichte - Technik - Schiffsklassen seit 1945

Dieser Typenkompass widmet sich den Korvetten und Patrouillenschiffen. In den neuen Bedrohungsszenarien der asymmetrischen Kriegsführung erfahren gerade diesen beiden Schiffstypen zurzeit eine weltweite Renaissance.
In der Einleitung wird die Entwicklung der Korvetten zum heutigen Hightech-Kampfgerät geschildert und erklärt, wie deren Ableger, das Patrouillenschiff, entstand.

Author:Hans Karr
Specs:128 pages, 20.5 x 14 cm / 8.1 x 5.5 in, paperback
Illustrations:22 b&w and 179 colour photos
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2011)
Series:Typenkompass
ISBN:9783613033689
Korvetten und Patrouillenschiffe - Geschichte - Technik - Schiffsklassen seit 1945

Korvetten und Patrouillenschiffe - Geschichte - Technik - Schiffsklassen seit 1945

Language: German

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