Battle Line: The United States Navy 1919-1939

Battle Line explores the 20-year period of the US Navy's evolution, from a shrinking fleet to a world-class force, based on official records and personal accounts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 25 July 2021
Publisher: Naval Institute Press

Battle Line delves into a pivotal twenty-year era marked by the shrinking of the U.S. fleet due to arms limitation treaties and government economy, followed by its remarkable resurgence to become a world-class force. The authors meticulously trace the Navy's evolution, from a fleet predominantly composed of slow battleships to one that deployed a diverse array of warship types that played a crucial role in World War II. Drawing upon extensive research of official Navy department records, this book offers a comprehensive perspective on the foundations of a navy that would eventually become the world's largest and most formidable. At the same time, the heart of the work incorporates memoirs, novels, and oral histories to unveil the remarkable endeavors and skills of the sailors and officers who contributed to the triumphs of World War II. This captivating blend of popular history and archival history resonates with a broad audience of naval enthusiasts.

Weight: 424g
Dimension: 154 x 228 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781682476888