Continuing to expand their selection of naval subjects, Osprey Publishing announces their upcoming “New Vanguard” release, Imperial Japanese Navy Battleships 1941-45. This history of the IJN battlewagons in World War II is set to release July of 2008 and will also retail for $17.95.

Let’s take and in depth look at this fine title.

Imperial Japanese Navy Battleships 1941-45
(New Vanguard 146)

Author: Mark Stille
Illustrator: Tony Bryan

US Price: $17.95
Paperback; July 2008
About this book
The Imperial Japanese Navy boasted on of the most deadly naval surface forces at the beginning of World War II. This title covers the 12 Japanese battleships that saw service between 1941 and 1945, including the mighty Yamato and Mushasi. Each class is considered in light of its design and construction, its armament and wartime modifications. The author, Mark Stille, uses primary sources and dramatic photographs to tell the story of these mighty battleships at war, including their major engagements during the raid at Pearl Harbor and the battle of Midway. The first English language book to include photographs from the prestigious Fukui Collection, this investigation will fascinate any naval enthusiast.

Contents

• Introduction
  
• Kongo Class
  
• Fuso Class
  
• Ise Class
  
• Nagato Class
  
• Yamato Class
  
• Japanese Battleships at War
  
• Conclusion
  
• Bibliography
  
• Color Plate Commentary
  
• Index