From the Bismarck and German U-boat to the Ark Royal and Nimitz-class, this indispensible guide covers all the important warships from the industrial age till now. ? Arranged chronologically, this abundantly Illustrated volume explores every significant warship built from the nineteenth century right up to the latest hi-tech carrier, including submarines and battleships from all the major naval powers. Each vessel includes full specs, a cutaway artwork labeled with key items of interest, accompanying photographs showing the ship’s interior and exterior, and a design and development history with descriptions of active service.From the Bismarck and German U-boat to the Ark Royal and Nimitz-class, this indispensible guide covers all the important warships from the industrial age till now. ? Arranged chronologically, this abundantly Illustrated volume explores every significant warship built from the nineteenth century right up to the latest hi-tech carrier, including submarines and battleships from all the major naval powers. Each vessel includes full specs, a cutaway artwork labeled with key items of interest, accompanying photographs showing the ship’s interior and exterior, and a design and development history with descriptions of active service.