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Great warships is the story of the 10 of the most famous ships ever built. Their careers span two world wars and tell the dramatic, sometimes romantic, history of naval warfare SMS Emden, HMS Warspite, USS Enterprise, HMS Sheffield, HMS illustrious
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Great warships is the story of the 10 of the most famous ships ever built. Their careers span two world wars and tell the dramatic, sometimes romantic, history of naval warfare SMS Emden, HMS Warspite, USS Enterprise, HMS Sheffield, HMS illustrious
Author=Antony Preston
Pages=112
Published=1986
Book Condtion=Ex public library book.library plate and stamp.generally excellent condition
| Weight | 900 g |
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