Sailing Ships of War, 1400 to 1860

A survey of master, full rigged sailing ships used by European navies from 1400 to 1860. The emphasis is on technical details and this generously illustrated book has drawings, photos, charts and diagrams to illustrate the development of the armed sailing from over four centuries. Dr. Howard is a ship modeller and many of the photos are of accurate models of famous and representative fighting ships. The 12" x 9" pages allow room for clear details and images.