THE CONFEDERATE STEAM NAVY 1861-1865 by Donald L. Canney

(Subject: Naval & Maritime: Ships, Submarines & Other Vessels - General) This study devoted to the vessels of the Confederate Navy, includes all types used during the conflict: ironclads (both domestic and foreign-built), commerce raiders, blockade runners, riverine and ocean-going gunboats, torpedo and submersible vessels, and floating batteries. The book covers the development, construction, and design of these vessels using, where available, original plans, photographs, and contemporary descriptions. It describes these vessels in context with wartime conditions as well as with the transitional naval technology of the era. Over 100 vessels are detailed, including more than 30 ironclads, with more than 150 illustrations, many of which have not previously been published. Also included is a section on steam engine technology of the era. (Published: 2015) (Publisher: Schiffer Publications) (ISBN: 9780764348242) (Pagination: Square format, 192pp, 150+b/w photos & illustrations) (Condition: new in d/w) UL-XXXXXX