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Port Phillip: Pilots And Defences by Captain J Noble (Hardcover, 1973)
By Captain J Noble
1973 • Hardcover • The Hawthorn Press
Description
Port Phillip: Pilots and Defences by Captain J. Noble is a historical non-fiction book published in 1973. This Illustrated hardcover, likely with a Dust Jacket, details the history of the pilot service and the coastal fortifications established for the defense of Port Phillip Bay, Victoria. It is a valuable text in Victorian Maritime and Military History.
Synopsis
Title: Port Phillip: Pilots And Defences
Author/Publisher: Captain J Noble (The Hawthorn Press)
Publication Year: 1973
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Captain J. Noble's 'Port Phillip: Pilots And Defences' is a comprehensive historical account published in 1973, offering a detailed exploration of one of Australia's most strategically vital waterways. This non-fiction work delves into the intricate history of Port Phillip Bay, focusing on the crucial roles of its pilot service and the fortifications designed to protect it.
As a key gateway to Victoria, Port Phillip Bay has a rich and complex past, shaped by maritime operations and military considerations. Noble's research illuminates the evolution of the pilotage system essential for navigating its treacherous waters and the development of coastal defences established to safeguard the burgeoning colony from external threats.
- Maritime Pilotage History: Explore the challenging and often heroic history of the pilot service in Port Phillip Bay, detailing the development of navigation techniques and the lives of those who guided ships through its intricate channels.
- Coastal Defence Fortifications: Uncover the strategic importance and evolution of the defensive structures built around Port Phillip Bay, charting the changing military technologies and the protection of colonial Victoria.
For enthusiasts of Australian history, particularly those with an interest in maritime heritage and military fortifications of Victoria, this illustrated hardcover offers a valuable and engaging record. It remains an important reference for understanding the critical role Port Phillip Bay played in the region's development and defence.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | The Hawthorn Press |
| Year | 1973 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | History |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Port Phillip: Pilots And Defences |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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