Picture History of the Queen Mary and the Queen Elizabeth

Two of the 20th century's most famous and most successful ocean liners are given royal treatment in this authoritative volume. Maritime authority William Miller pays tribute to the "Queen Mary and the "Queen Elizabeth, describing their heralded launchings, amenities, maritime rivalry, and contributions during World War II. Also covered are their grand royal successors--"Queen Elizabeth 2 and "Queen Mary 2, and other splendid ships. Extensive notes provide data on builders, tonnage, size, speed, and passenger load. 189 photographs.