Balaklava, by Alexander A Tretyakov

Balaklava
Alexander Tretyakov
(Russian language edition)

Hardback. As new condition.

Based on Russian and English source material this book gives a full description of the establishment of the Black Fleet base in Balaklava by Admiral F F Ushakov. It also includes a description of the destruction of a British RN squadron outside Balaklava on 14 November 1854. Individual chapters cover the construction, service, destruction and underwater inspection of the US and British vessels, Prince, Agnes, Blaike, Resolute Rip Van Winkle. Written to promote international tourism in Balaklava and the protection of the underwater heritage of Ukraine. Sponsored(?) by Aquamarine Dive Centre, Balaklava.

112 pages
Colour photos throughout
171 mm x 242 mm (6.75 in x 9.5 in)
2007, Sonat