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WATERS, Conrad. British Fiji Class Cruisers and Their Derivatives: Design, Development and Performance. 408p., bibliog., illus., index. Barnsley: Seaforth, 2024. ISBN: 9781526799838.
Makes extensive use of archive material to provide a technical evaluation of the design and its performance. Outlines the class’s origins in the context of inter-war cruiser policy, explains the design and construction process, and describes the characteristics of the ships and how these were adapted in the light of wartime developments. An overview of service focuses on major engagements, assessing the extent to which the class met expectations and detailing the consequences of action damage.
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