New York: St Martin's Press, 1981. Orange cloth boards with minor lower edge crease front board. illustrated dust jacket protected by Brodart.

Text complemented by illustrations, photographs, maps and paintings throughout its 574 pages provide an excellent reference to the ships, crews and battles that are part of Great Britain's history. Also one will find other listings of interest that pertain to the above, such as uniforms, lighthouses, commerce, weather, etc.. First American Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.