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by Aidan Dodson (Author)
This book is the latest in a series based entirely on original draughts which depict famous warships in an unprecedented degree of detail. Using the latest scanning technology to make digital copies of the highest quality, it reproduces complete sets in full color, with many close-ups and enlargements that make every aspect clear and comprehensible. The result is a novel form of anatomy that will be a revelation to any warship enthusiast. SMS Helgoland, launched in 1909, was the name-ship of the second class of dreadnoughts designed by the Germans. She was a big advance over the earlier Westfalen class, having 12-inch guns that matched those of her British opponents. She served in the High Seas Fleet throughout the war, fought at Jutland, and was ceded to Britain as part of the peace terms.
Author Biography
Aidan Dodson has pursued parallel interests in naval and ancient history for over five decades. The latter is manifested in his position as honorary Professor of Egyptology at the University of Bristol, where he has taught since 1996, and a Fellowship of the Society of Antiquaries of London. He also worked for 25 years in UK defense procurement, including as project leader for the Falkland Island patrol vessel, HMS Clyde. He is the author of over 25 books, including works on naval history, covering ships of the Imperial German Navy, armored cruisers, and the fates of enemy warships at the ends of the two World Wars.
