The Eclipse of the Big Gun

Gardiner, R: Conway Maritime Press, London, softcover 223 pages, illustrated. Robert Gardiner chronicles the decline of traditional capital ships and their big guns, highlighting the challenges posed by inter-war naval treaties and the ultimate defeat of these vessels at the hands of air power during World War II. The book covers the significant developments in warship design and naval warfare strategies from 1906 to 1945, encompassing both World Wars, ISBN 0851776078 In very good condition. From the series, Conway's history of the ship.