The Battlecruiser Hood, Osprey

ANATOMY OF THE SHIP Series - THE BATTLECRUISER HOOD

The destruction of the HMS Hood by the Bismarck in 1941 was one of the most shocking episodes in the history of the Royal Navy. Built during World War I, the Hood was the largest, fastest and one of the most handsome capital ships in the world.

For the first time, this volume in the renowned Anatomy of a Ship series is available in paperback, and features a detailed description of every aspect of the beloved battlecruiser. In addition to analysing the genesis of its design and contemporary significance, this exceptional study provides the finest documentation of the Hood, with a complete set of superb line drawings, supported by technical details and a record of the ship's service history.

Contents:

INTRODUCTION

• Design
• Construction
• Service history
• The loss of Hood
• General arrangements and hull structure
• Machinery
• Armament
• Control systems
• Ground tackle
• Aircraft
• Modifications

PHOTOGRAPHS

DRAWINGS

• General arrangements
• Hull construction
• Machinery
• Accommodation
• Superstructure
• Rig
• Armament
• Fire-control
• Fittings
• Ground tackle
• Ship's boats
• Aircraft arrangements

Author: John Roberts

Publisher: Osprey Publishing

Description: 128 pages, Softcover, 235 Χ 250 mm. (landscape format), over 300 of the finest drawings and plans, 20+ reference photographs, detailed design, construction and career history.

Condition: NEW COPY

Shipping weight: 690 gr.