The World Encyclopedia of Destroyers and Frigates -- Bernard Ireland

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First Edition, Lorenz Books, 2009, Large-format Hardback with removable protective plastic wrap  - Naval History - 256pp.

An Illustrated History of Destroyers and Frigates, from Torpedo Boat Destroyers, Corvettes and ... ... to the Modern Ships of the Missile Age.

This comprehensive encyclopaedia focuses exclusively on destroyers and frigates. The opening section both explains and rationale behind the technological development of destroyers and frigates and illustrates the varied manner of their use. Three major country-by-country sections then deal with, firstly, the destroyer in its formative years up until the end of World War I, and secondly, its classic phase and transformation into a specialist anti-aircraft escort. The third section covers the development of the frigate since its inception in 1940.

Technical description is blended with informed comment on the performance and effectiveness of each of over 250 types and classes, making this an essential reference, and also an enjoyable read for anyone interested in naval history.

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