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Cooke, Tim. 1961-

Warships / Tim Cooke. - London : Wayland, 2015. - 32 pages; illustrations (chiefly colour); 27 cm. - Ultimate military machines .

"The greatest surface fighters"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is a warship? -- Warship role -- Destroyers and frigates -- Warship firepower -- Missile power -- Warship crew -- Special forces -- Warship history -- Pacific warfare -- Around the world -- Gallery -- Glossary.

From wooden Greek galleys to vast battleships bristling with huge guns, warships have provided vital defense for nations around the globe. Throughout history, warships have become faster, stronger - and ever more deadly. This book follows the history of warships from the iron-clad vessels used in the American Civil War to today's gigantic aircraft carriers that can accommodate for over 60 fighter jets.

ISBN: 9780750296762 (hardback) 0750296763 (hardback)

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Warships--History--Juvenile literature.
Naval art and science--Juvenile literature.

LC Class. No.: V765 / .W3644 2013

Dewey Class. No.: 623.825