Promotional Information

The war at sea was a key aspect of World War II, one that is too-often under-studied. This comprehensive encyclopedia shares current understandings of the struggle to control the seas during that conflict—and it opens our eyes to the reasons sea power continues to be of critical importance today.

Table of Contents

About the Editor Editorial Advisory Board List of Entries Preface Overview Entries A–Z Chronology of Principal Events of World War II at Sea Glossary of World War II Naval Terms Bibliography List of Editors and Contributors Categorical Index Index

About the Author

Spencer C. Tucker, PhD, is senior fellow in military history for ABC-CLIO and the author or editor of more than 40 books and encyclopedias, many of which have been recognized by awards.

Reviews

This excellent starting point for research projects on naval operations during World War II will be a solid addition to public and academic libraries.
*Library Journal*

As he has done in other military-history reference works, editor Tucker has assembled knowledgeable contributors who have carried out a consistent editorial approach to produce an informative, well constructed resource on a significant aspect of a major historical era.
*Booklist*

This work can serve as a quick reference for battles and individuals. Summing Up: Recommended.
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