This pamphlet type paperback was written by K.J. Williams, published in 1983, the narrative is 31 pages and is illustrated with black and white photos and drawings. Commerce raiding has always been a recognized and accepted method of sea warfare. This booklet focuses on four Confederate cruisers that were built in England along the Mersey River. To those who experienced their fire power, these were very real ships and certainly not ephemeral. Confederate cruisers included in this informative booklet include the Florida, the Shenandoah, the Tallahassee, with particular focus on the famous Alabama. Alongside facts, figures and seafaring tales, this booklet is well illustrated. This booklet is in very good, used condition.

Item # AA2021