U.S. Cruisers: An Illustrated Design History

Norman Friedman

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Detailed descriptions of the evolution of all classes of the principle U.S. combatant types, as well as plans, profiles, and numerous detailed photographs. Battle Cruisers Maritime Naval Warfare. (Due to weight and size, will incur additional postage cost if ordered via Abebooks.) pp. 496 illusts (NO dustjacket) SCARCE #0120

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Additional Information

AuthorNorman Friedman
PublisherArms and Armour Press
Year Published1985
Book Condition

VG+ (Very Good plus)

Binding Type

Hardcover original cloth binding.

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