Description: Britain's Island Fortresses : Defence of the Empire 1796-1956 Hardbackby Bill Clements DescriptionDuring the 19th Century the Royal Navy played a key role defending the expanding British Empire. As sail gave way to steam power, there was a pressing requirement for coaling stations and dock facilities across the world's oceans. These strategic bases needed fixed defences. The author describes in detail, with the aid of historic photographs, maps and plans, the defences of the most important islands, Bermuda, Ceylon, Hong Kong, Jamaica and Singapore, and a number of lesser ones including Antigua, Ascension, Mauritius St Helena and St Lucia. He describes how the defences were modified over the years in order to meet the changing strategic needs of the Empire, and the technological changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution. Only three of these bases had to defend themselves in war (Hong Kong, Singapore and Ceylon) and the author relates the battles for these bases. The book will appeal not only to readers whose interest is in the study of fortifications, but also to those readers interested in the maritime history of the British Empire. InformationFormat:HardbackPages:274 pages, 50 black and white illustrationsPublisher:Pen & Sword Books LtdPublication Date:04/09/2019Category:Military historyNaval forces & warfareISBN:9781526740304 NEW Books from family run Booksellers. Our hand selected titles are in stock and ready for posting in protective packaging.
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Number of Pages: 274 Pages
Publication Name: Britain's Island Fortresses: Defence of the Empire 1796-1956
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Author: Bill Clements
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