Description
Book SynopsisThe epic story of the American battleships that turned the US Navy into a global power, and were made famous in the cruise of the Great White Fleet.
The last predreadnought battleships of the US Navy were critical to the technological development of US battleships, and they were the first tool of international hard power wielded by the United States, a nation which would eventually become the world''s dominant political and military power of the 20th century. These battleships were the stars of the 190709 Great White Fleet circumnavigation, in which the emerging power and reach of the US Navy was displayed around the world. They also took part in the bombardment and landings at Veracruz, some served as convoy escorts in World War I, and the last two were transferred to the Hellenic Navy and were sunk during World War II.
This book examines the design, history, and technical qualities of the final six classes of US predreadnought battleships, all
Trade Review
This book serves as an invaluable guide to US Navy battleships at the turn of the 20th century. * Model Boats Magazine *
Table of Contents
Introduction Development The Battleships The Battle Fleet The Great White Fleet 1907-09 Late Careers 1909-41 Conclusion Select Bibliography Index
