Review of Chronology of the War at Sea 1939-1945

What is it about?

This is a review of a reference book that provides details of significant actions and losses by the combatant naval powers, with a particular emphasis on the European theater.

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Why is it important?

This book provides a useful chronological framework for the war at sea. It attempts to be global in scope, and provides key details such as names of ships and commanding officers, formations and units. The indices allow for ease in finding particular ships or officers.