warships

Examines the excavation of sunken American Navy warships from the Revolutionary War to World War II and discusses what they tell us about life on board these vessels.

Running time approx. 60 minutes.

Profiles 101 warships from World War I to the present, examining their history, specifications, and significance. Features illustrations and photographs, a glossary, and sources of additional information.

This book describes vehicles used during the Civil War, such as horses and military wagons, trains, ironclad ships, and gas-filled balloons.

Presents a short history of the destroyer, and describes specifications, their use during and after World War Two, guided missile destroyers, and the future of destroyers.

Describes U.S. military warships, including the weapons they carry, and the missions they take.

Describes aircraft carriers and the people who live and work on them.

Photographs and simple text describe naval destroyers and their purpose in the U.S. military.