HERITAGE OF THE SEA

During the period from Sir Francis Drake to the 21st century, the naval power of Great Britain rose from that of an obscure island to that of a world-wide empire. British shipping and seamen dominated the globe for four centuries and the ships that explored the world and those which guarded them represent a unique treasure-house of maritime history, unrivalled anywhere in the world. This book lists all the majors vessels; from the Museum ships to the exhibitions and relicas all of them evoke pride and diversity and invite study from all age-groups. All are fully illustrated wich colour photographs. Among the many vessels analysed and illustrated are: HMS VICTORY, HMS WARRIOR, HMS CAVALIER, HMSBELFAST, HMS TRICOMALEE, CUTTY SARK, DISCOVERY, GIPSY MOTH, ……..