The destruction of HMS Hood by the Bismarck in 1941 was one of the most shocking episodes in the history of the Royal Navy. The "Hood" was built during the First World War and was the largest, fastest and one of the most beautiful battleships in the world. For the first time, this volume of the renowned "Anatomy of a Ship" series is available in paperback and contains a detailed description of all aspects of the popular battlecruiser. As well as analysing the origins of its design and its contemporary significance, this exceptional study offers the best documentation of the Hood, with a full set of superb line drawings complemented by technical details and a record of the ship's operational history.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Roberts, John
Title
Anatomy of the Ship. Battlecruiser Hood
Details
English text, paperback, more than 20 bw-photos, more than 300 drawings. 128 pages.
