The Sail and Steam Navy List 1815 - 1889 by David Lyon and Rif Winfield
VINTAGESTAN BOOKS Title: The Sail and Steam Navy List by David Lyon and Rif Winfield. All the ships of the Royal Navy 1815 - 1889 Summary: This is a detailed reference work covering the ships of the Royal Navy from 1815 to 1889, a period in which Britain’s navy changed from a predominantly sailing force into a modern steam-powered fleet. The book records ships that were in commission or intended for Royal Navy service during the period and provides, where the Admiralty records permit:
The book is particularly valuable because 1815–1889 was one of the most dramatic technological transitions in naval history. Authors: David Lyon and Rif Winfield Publisher: Chatham Publishing. London Year Published: 2004 Edition: 1st Edition Binding type: Hardcover ISBN: 9781861760326 Dimensions: 29cm x 25cm Notes: Please note this is a heavy book and may require extra postage if sent outside of the UK. Please ask for quote to your destination. SKU: VSS / 257 / H / 7758 / 6110 Condition Dust Jacket Condition: Near fine Book condition: Near fine Binding: Intact Pages: 352 pages
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