Showcases the evolution of twentieth-century British battleship classes until the end of World War II, discussing design features, armor, machinery, power plants, and weaponry while analyzing the performance of the ships in battle.

"This edition first published in Great Britain in 2012 by Seaforth Publishing ... Barnsley"--Title page verso.

Evolution of the dreadnaught -- Post-war reorganization and naval treaties -- Introduction -- Early classes that survived the Great War -- Iron Duke class -- Queen Elizabeth class -- Royal Sovereign class -- Repulse and Renown -- The genesis and development of the aircraft carrier -- Furious -- Glorious and Courageous -- Hood -- Nelson and Rodney -- King George V class -- Conclusion.