This volume completes the reissue of R. A. Burt's magnificent
three-volume history of British battleships, and it covers the
pre-dreadnought era which has, in recent years, acquired a new and
fervent following. In this new volume, the author presents full details
of design and construction, armament, protection, machinery and
performance, all backed up with accurate data tables listing design
figures, trials results, and full particulars at different stages in the
ships' careers. The history of each battleship is recounted, especially
their major contribution in WWI, where they bore the brunt of the action
at the Dardenelles, bombarded the Belgium coast, patrolled the North Sea
and the Channel, reinforced the Italian Fleet, and served in East
Africa, the East Indies and the White Sea. Most were extensively
modified during the War and this variety has made them of special
interest to the historian, enthusiast and ship modeler. With the
addition of many new photographs from the author's massive collection,
this new edition is a great addition to every naval library.