World War II at Sea [2 volumes] - An Encyclopedia (Hardcover)

The war at sea was a key aspect of World War II, one that is too-often under-studied. This comprehensive encyclopedia shares current understandings of the struggle to control the seas during that conflict-and it opens our eyes to the reasons sea power continues to be of critical importance today. Scholarly treatment of World War II is constantly changing as new materials inform new interpretations. At the same time, current military operations lead to reevaluation of the tactics and technologies of the past. Marshalling the latest information and insights into this epic conflict, World War II at Sea: An Encyclopedia will enable students and other interested readers to explore specific naval engagements, while also charting the transformation of naval history through innovations in ordnance. In treating the naval aspects of World War II, this two-volume ready reference enhances the understanding of a part of the war that is often overshadowed by the fighting on land and in the air. The encyclopedia focuses on the events, individuals, organizations, and ideas that shaped the world's navies during World War II, as well as the resultant battles that changed naval history. It also covers the numerous innovations that occurred during the conflict and shows how strategies evolved and were executed. More than 450 A-Z entries A comprehensive chronology Numerous illustrations of individuals, weapons, and battles Maps A glossary of naval terms A comprehensive bibliography, plus cross-references and suggestions for further reading at the end of each entry

General

Imprint:	ABC-CLIO Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2011
First published:	November 2011
Editors:	Spencer C. Tucker
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 69mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Volumes:	2
Pages:	925
ISBN-13:	978-1-59884-457-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > Naval forces & warfare Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > General Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > Military history Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > War & defence operations > Battles & campaigns Books > Humanities > History > World history > From 1900 > Second World War Books > History > History of specific subjects > Military history Books > History > World history > From 1900 > Second World War
LSN:	1-59884-457-1
Barcode:	9781598844573

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