The Battleship Dreadnought Anatomy of The Ship 1st Edition by John Roberts ISBN 1472846109 9781472846105

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ISBN 10: 1472846109 
ISBN 13: 9781472846105
Author: John Roberts

Launched in 1906, HMS Dreadnought was the first ‘all-big-gun’ battleship and as such revolutionised battleship design for more than a generation. She was built at Portsmouth in 14 months, a record which has never been equalled, and when she was launched she was superior in both firepower and speed to anything then afloat. Perhaps even more radical than her design was the proposal to adopt Parsons turbines which at the time had been hardly tested. Though she saw little action during her career, her influence was profound and she gave her name to a class of ship that dominated the high seas for more than a generation.

The ‘Anatomy of the Ship’ series aims to provide the finest documentation of individual ships and ship types ever published. What makes the series unique is a complete set of superbly executed line drawings, both the conventional type of plan as well as explanatory views, with fully descriptive keys. These are supported by technical details and a record of the ship’s service history.

John Roberts is widely recognised for his contributions to warship literature. He was editor of Warship for six years and is the co-author of the standard works on British battleships and cruisers of the Second World War period. His superb warship plans led one authority to describe him as ‘the best draughtsman in the UK’ and so he is the ideal author to contribute to the Anatomy series. His two previous volumes, on Hood and Intrepid, were widely acclaimed.

The Battleship Dreadnought Anatomy of The Ship 1st Table of contents:

Part I: The Genesis of a Revolution

Chapter 1: Historical Context and Strategic Imperatives

• 1.1 The Pre-Dreadnought Era: Battleship Design in the Early 20th Century
• 1.2 The Naval Arms Race and Imperial Rivalries
• 1.3 Fisher’s Vision: “All Big Gun” and Standardisation
• 1.4 The Concept and the Committee on Designs
• 1.5 The Pressure for Speed and Innovation

Chapter 2: Design and Construction

• 2.1 Initial Design Proposals and Specifications
• 2.2 The Influence of Foreign Designs and Lessons Learned
• 2.3 The Role of the Royal Dockyards: Portsmouth and the Building Process
• 2.4 Construction Timetable and Challenges
• 2.5 Launch and Fitting Out

Part II: The Ship’s Anatomy: Hull and Structure

Chapter 3: The Hull and External Features

• 3.1 Dimensions, Proportions, and Hydrodynamics
• 3.2 Hull Construction: Framing, Plating, and Riveting
• 3.3 Superstructure: Bridges, Masts, Funnels
• 3.4 Anchoring and Mooring Arrangements
• 3.5 Rudder and Steering Gear

Chapter 4: Internal Arrangement and Subdivision

• 4.1 Watertight Compartmentation and Flood Protection
• 4.2 Decks: Levels, Layout, and Function
• 4.3 Longitudinal and Transverse Bulkheads
• 4.4 Stores, Workshops, and Magazines Layout

Chapter 5: Armor Protection

• 5.1 The Dreadnought’s Armor Scheme: Belt, Deck, Turrets, Conning Tower
• 5.2 Types of Armor Plate Used (Krupp Cemented)
• 5.3 Protection of Vital Spaces: Boilers, Engines, Magazines
• 5.4 Underwater Protection and Torpedo Bulkheads

Part III: Power, Propulsion, and Maneuver

Chapter 6: Main Machinery

• 6.1 The Adoption of Steam Turbines: A Revolutionary Choice
• 6.2 Boiler Rooms: Type, Number, and Arrangement of Boilers
• 6.3 Engine Rooms: Turbines, Gearing, and Shafting
• 6.4 Condensers, Pumps, and Ancillary Machinery
• 6.5 Performance and Fuel Consumption

Chapter 7: Auxiliary Machinery and Systems

• 7.1 Electrical Generation and Distribution
• 7.2 Pumping and Flooding Systems
• 7.3 Ventilation and Heating Systems
• 7.4 Freshwater Production and Storage
• 7.5 Refrigeration and Victualling Systems

Part IV: Armament and Fire Control

Chapter 8: The Main Battery: 12-inch Mark X Guns

• 8.1 The “All Big Gun” Concept and its Justification
• 8.2 Design and Construction of the 12-inch Gun
• 8.3 Turret Design and Arrangement: A-B-P-Q-X Layout
• 8.4 Gun Mountings, Loading Systems, and Ammunition Hoists
• 8.5 Ammunition: Types of Shells and Cordite Charges
• 8.6 Magazine Protection and Safety Measures

Chapter 9: Secondary Armament

• 9.1 The 12-pounder Anti-Torpedo Boat Guns: Their Role and Limitations
• 9.2 Mountings and Ammunition Supply
• 9.3 Machine Guns and Small Arms

Chapter 10: Torpedo Armament and Defence

• 10.1 Torpedo Tubes: Submerged and Above-Water
• 10.2 Torpedo Types and Storage
• 10.3 Torpedo Fire Control
• 10.4 Anti-Torpedo Netting and Defense Systems

Chapter 11: Fire Control Systems

• 11.1 Main Armament Fire Control: Rangefinders, Directors, Transmitting Station
• 11.2 Spotting Tops and Observation Positions
• 11.3 Communication within the Fire Control System
• 11.4 Secondary Armament Fire Control

Part V: Operational Aspects and Life Onboard

Chapter 12: Boats, Davits, and Ship Handling Equipment

• 12.1 Lifeboats, Cutters, and Steam Launches
• 12.2 Davit Systems and Launching Procedures
• 12.3 Anchoring, Mooring, and Cable Handling Gear

Chapter 13: Communications and Navigation

• 13.1 Wireless Telegraphy (W/T) Equipment
• 13.2 Signal Lamps, Flags, and Other Visual Signaling
• 13.3 Internal Communications: Telephones, Voice Pipes
• 13.4 Navigational Equipment: Compasses, Charts, Sounding Gear

Chapter 14: Crew and Accommodation

• 14.1 Complement: Officers, Petty Officers, Ratings
• 14.2 Living Quarters and Messing Arrangements
• 14.3 Galley, Bakery, and Victualling Arrangements
• 14.4 Medical Facilities and Sickbay
• 14.5 Recreational Facilities and Discipline

Chapter 15: Service History and Modifications (Brief Overview)

• 15.1 Early Trials and Performance
• 15.2 Dreadnought in Peacetime and Pre-War Fleet Operations
• 15.3 World War I Service: Jutland and Beyond
• 15.4 Post-War Fate and Decommissioning
• 15.5 Key Refits and Alterations During Her Career

Part VI: Plans and Drawings

• General Arrangement Plans: Inboard Profiles, Deck Plans (various levels), Hold Plans.
• Hull Construction Plans: Framing, Plating, Riveting Details.
• Armor Schemes: Detailed Views of Belt, Deck, Turret, and Conning Tower Armor.
• Machinery Plans: Engine Room, Boiler Room, Auxiliary Machinery Layouts.
• Armament Plans: Turret Layouts, Gun Breech Mechanisms, Hoisting Arrangements, Magazine Plans.
• Fire Control Plans: Layout of Equipment, Control Stations, Communication Routes.
• Boat and Deck Equipment Plans: Davit Locations, Mast Details, Funnel Layouts.
• Accommodation Plans: Officer’s Quarters, Mess Decks, Sickbay.
• Cross Sections and Structural Details. (Note: This section would comprise the majority of the book’s pages, with highly detailed, multi-view diagrams.)

Part VII: Photographic Archive

• Construction Photographs: From keel laying to launch.
• Fitting Out and Sea Trials: Early images of the completed ship.
• On Service: Operational photographs, fleet exercises.
• Interior Views: Engine rooms, gun turrets, living spaces.
• Key Personnel: Officers and crew members. (Note: This section would typically be a curated collection of rare and illustrative historical photographs.)

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