The Royal Navy Handbook: Ministry of Defence

The 'Royal Navy Handbook' provides the only official definitive guide to the structure of the Royal Navy of today and the future. From the Strategic defence forces of the Vanguard class of SSBNs, through the surface and submarine fleet, including the details of proposed new carriers, destroyers and submarines, to maritime airpower and the Rapid Deployment forces, the Royal Marines Commandos, to the vital Support forces of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, Marine services and shore naval bases, this is the complete work of reference for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Every class of ship, aircraft and vehicle is included with a brief background, complete specifications and a colour illustration. The guide also includes details of the future procurement plans of the Royal Navy, a section on the historic ships of the navy, including HMS Victory and Belfast and a complete list of RN and RFA pennant numbers.

Title - The Royal Navy Handbook: Ministry of Defence

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ISBN 13 - 9780851779522

Imprint - Conway Maritime Press Ltd

Publisher - Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Date Published - 28/08/2003

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Binding Type - Hardback

Dimensions - 154 x 216 x 20mm

Weight - 635 g

Languages - English