Mussolini's Navy : A Reference Guide to the Regia Marina, 1930-1945 by Maurizio Brescia (2012, Hardcover)

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This book is the only complete guide in English to the Regia Marina, the Italian navy with which Mussolini fought World War II. Starting with the historical background, it describes how the navy developed, how it was organized, the facilities that supported it, and the operations it conducted both before and after the armistice in 1943. It also details all its ships, with full technical particulars, plans and photos. There are chapters on special topics like camouflage; uniforms, decorations and insignia; and a whos who of important naval personalities. The reference value of the book is enhanced by a comprehensive bibliography and guide to sources. The illustrations are drawn from the author s collection of naval photographs, considered one of the best in Italy.

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PublisherNaval Institute Press
ISBN-101591145449
ISBN-139781591145448
eBay Product ID (ePID)112563535

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Book TitleMussolini's Navy : a Reference Guide to the Regia Marina, 1930-1945
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMilitary / World War II, Europe / Italy, Military / Naval
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes, Zaio, Paola
GenreHistory
AuthorMaurizio Brescia
FormatHardcover

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Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight54.7 Oz
Item Length11.2 in
Item Width9.5 in

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SynopsisThis book is the only complete guide in English to the Regia Marina, the Italian navy with which Mussolini fought World War II. Starting with the historical background, it describes how the navy developed, how it was organized, the facilities that supported it, and the operations it conducted both before and after the armistice in 1943. It also details all its ships, with full technical particulars, plans and photos. There are chapters on special topics like camouflage; uniforms, decorations and insignia; and a 'who's who' of important naval personalities. The reference value of the book is enhanced by a comprehensive bibliography and guide to sources. The illustrations are drawn from the author s collection of naval photographs, considered one of the best in Italy.
LC Classification NumberD775.B74 2012

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