On the Modification which the Ships of the Royal Navy have Undergone During the Present Century in Respect to Dimensions, Form, Means of Propulsion, and Power of Attack and Defence; Together with a Letter on the Steam Navy of France.
London : Robertson Brooman & Co. “Mechanics’ Magazine” and Patent Office. [1859]. 8vo, 32pp, stab-stitched, original green printed wrappers, fine.
A reprint of a paper read before the Society of Arts, London, 15th December 1858 comparing the relative strengths of the Franch and British navies.
Stock No: HMF1562
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