THE NAVY'S ANVIL
I picked this book up recently in a local antiques centre for just £1.
The book, published in 1977, covers in great detail the defenses of Spithead and the surrounding area from Henry 8th until the Second world War showing drawings and photos of the ever growing rings of fortifications built up over those long years. In addition there are chapters covering such matters as ammunition types, numbers of guns at different times and even some photos of late 19th century warships.
While not a subject of fascination to me, the book is very interesting and would be even more so to a student of the history of the Royal Navy and Portsmouth in particular. It would certainly provide a good tour guide of the area around Portsmouth for those interested in the various defensive structures that still remain today.
Books like these are lots of fun in themselves, often leading to scenario ideas.
ReplyDeleteI agree completely, but they can be dangerous too, as often as not, new periods hove into view and temptation soon follows;).
DeleteHi Both...Yes this book would definitely provide a number of gaming scenarios for both sea and land battles over several different time periods. Who wants to take the plunge and have the book ???? Regards.
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