Italian MAS & MS Boats 1915–49
Italy's fast coastal forces
$26.39
- Paperback
48 pages
- Release Date
4 August 2026
Summary
An illustrated history of the motor torpedo boats of Italy’s fast coastal forces, from their raids on enemy battleships in World War I to the dashing campaigns of World War II.
The confined seas around Italy made fast torpedo boats particularly suitable for the Regia Marina. The first were derived from the glamorous prewar hotel motorboats of Venice; although too slow, they scored remarkable successes against Austro-Hungary, sinking, among other successes, two battles…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781472870216 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1472870212 |
| Author: | Enrico Cernuschi, Gareth Hector, Edouard A. Groult |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Imprint: | Osprey Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 4 August 2026 |
| Weight: | 166g |
| Dimensions: | 6mm x 182mm x 246mm |
| Series: | New Vanguard |
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Enrico Cernuschi
Enrico Cernuschi is a naval historian based at Pavia, Italy. He has written dozens of books and monographs, and he has published extensively with Italy’s professional naval organizations. His major works include “Ultra” La fine di un mito (2014) and Sea Power the Italian Way (2016). He is a regular contributor to Warship.
Gareth Hector is a renowned digital artist who lives in Scotland.
Edouard A. Groult is an experienced illustrator and history enthusiast who lives and works near London.
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