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German Battlecruisers 1914-18

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: New Vanguard - Ships - Modern Navy - Germany

MSRP old price: $17.95


Product Info

Title
German Battlecruisers 1914-18
Publisher
Category
Author
Gary Staff
Publish Year
2008
Pages
48
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147397643
MFG. Part #
OSPNVG124
Type
Softcover
Series
NVG124

Description

The task of Germany’s new Große Kreuzer at the beginning of the 20th century was to form an independent reconnaissance division that was able to perform special tasks. With a speed superiority of at least 3 knots, they should also be capable of fighting in the line, and would thus require heavy armor and good defensive qualities. The battle cruisers that were built did indeed have a remarkable ability to withstand battle damage, as demonstrated by the Goober, which suffered five mine hits on one occasion. This title details all the classes of German battle cruiser, with particular emphasis on each individual ship’s battle experience and deployment in conflict.