A completely revised and fully-updated third edition of this comprehensive guide to warships. Since the first edition of this book, published in 1996, there have been major changes to the world's navies. A new generation of warships is entering service, replacing the fleets built up during the Cold War. Jane's Warship Recognition Guide provides technical specifications from Jane's Fighting Ships (published since 1898). The new format also allows for additional warships and information to be featured.