British Destroyers 1939–45
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Author Description
As the possibility of war loomed in the 1930s, the British Admiralty looked to update their fleet of destroyers to compete with the new ships being built by Germany and Japan, resulting in the commissioning of the powerful Tribal-class. These were followed by the designing of the first of several slightly smaller ships, which carried fewer guns than the Tribals, but were armed with a greatly enlarged suite of torpedoes. The first of these, the 'J/K/M class' was followed by a number of wartime variants, with slight changes to their weaponry to suit different wartime roles. Designed to combat enemy surface warships, aircraft and U-boats, the British built these destroyers to face off against anything the enemy could throw at them. Using a collection of contemporary photographs and beautiful colour artwork, this is a fascinating new study of the ships that formed the backbone of the Royal Navy during World War II.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the design, development, and operational deployment of British destroyers during the critical period of 1939-1945. It examines how the Royal Navy adapted its destroyer fleet in response to evolving naval threats from Germany and Japan, detailing the technological advancements and strategic considerations that shaped these vital warships. The study analyzes the effectiveness of various classes, from the Tribal-class to wartime variants, in combating surface vessels, aircraft, and submarines, highlighting their role as the backbone of naval operations.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Detailed examination of the Tribal-class destroyers and their unique design.
- Analysis of subsequent destroyer classes, including the 'J/K/M class' and their torpedo armament.
- Exploration of wartime variants and modifications to weaponry for specific roles.
- Discussion of the design objectives: combating enemy surface warships, aircraft, and U-boats.
- Use of contemporary photographs and color artwork to illustrate the ships.
- Focus on the destroyers as a crucial component of the Royal Navy during World War II.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This work offers a focused study on British destroyers of World War II, drawing on historical photographs and artwork to provide visual context. It details the evolution of destroyer design in the interwar period and during the conflict, emphasizing their multifaceted roles in naval warfare. The book serves as a valuable resource for enthusiasts of naval history and military technology.
Page Count:
48
Publication Date:
2017-11-30
Publisher:
Bloomsbury UK
ISBN-10:
1472825810
ISBN-13:
9781472825810
Non-Fiction
History
Military History
Naval history
Warships
