Compiled by the author of Jane's Air Forces of the World, this book is a must for naval experts and enthusiasts.rnrnIn one volume the reader will find the composition and details of all naval elements of a staggering 137 nations' armed forces including paramilitary organizations as the US Coast Guard Service.rnrnThe book starts with an introduction based on the situation today and the response of the leading maritime powers. This is an interesting period with considerable uncertainty for the Royal Navy following the Strategic Defence Review. Many other countries, including Australia and Spain are boosting their naval strength to achieve strategic reach, while piracy has become a major problem in at least four different areas of the world. In each case, the history is followed by details of current fleet sizes, composition and deployments.
- ISBN10 1783035579
- ISBN13 9781783035571
- Publish Date 24 October 2012
- Publish Status Active
- Imprint Pen & Sword Maritime
- Format eBook
- Pages 288
- Language English