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King George V-Class Battleships

A detailed history of Britain's modern battleships

Daniel Knowles author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Fonthill Media Ltd

Published:26th May '22

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This book details the King George V-class battleships, their design, and their significant roles during World War II, including battles like the sinking of the Bismarck.

The book King George V-Class Battleships offers a comprehensive and illustrated exploration of the King George V-class ships, detailing their journey from conception to their operational history during the Second World War. These vessels stood as Britain's most modern battleships, engaging in significant naval battles, including the famed sinking of the Bismarck in 1941 and the eventual surrender of Japan in 1945. The narrative captures the essence of these ships, highlighting their design, capabilities, and the strategic context in which they operated.

Following the First World War, the major naval powers, including Britain, entered into agreements that restricted the construction of new capital ships. As a result, many planned vessels were scrapped or canceled, leaving the Royal Navy with an aging fleet comprised of ships designed before the war. By the late 1920s, the Royal Navy recognized the urgent need for modernization. The book discusses the impact of the Treaty of London on naval planning, which delayed the development of new battleships until the mid-1930s.

In 1935, with the realization that their battle fleet was becoming obsolete, the Royal Navy began to plan for new capital ships within the constraints of international treaties. The result was the King George V-class battleships, which, despite being viewed by some as underwhelming, played a crucial role in key naval engagements. King George V-Class Battleships meticulously charts this fascinating history, providing readers with a thorough understanding of these iconic vessels.

ISBN: 9781781558393

Dimensions: 248mm x 172mm x 31mm

Weight: 1143g

416 pages