This annual has an established reputation as an authoritative but affordable summary of all that has happened in the naval world in the twelve months preceding its publication. Every edition combines regional surveys, major articles on noteworthy new ships and developments, information on issues of aviation and electronics, and expertise from around the globe to give a broad view of what is going on and how it should be interpreted.<br><p>This edition includes a detailed look at the Royal Navy as it faces the latest defense review, an evaluation of the Indonesian Navy, and information on the U.S. Navy's <i>San Antonio</i> class amphibious transporters. It also features technological reviews dealing with naval aviation by David Hobbs and Norman Friedman.