Italian MAS & MS Boats 1915-49. Italy's Fast Coastal Forces/Итальянские торпедные катера типа MAS и MS, 1915-49. Быстроходные береговые силы Италии

Издание на английском языке
The book examines the development, design and combat history of Italian MAS and MS fast coastal forces from World War I to 1949. It covers their evolution from early motor torpedo boats used against Austria-Hungary to the larger Motosiluranti of World War II, describing technology, armament, operations and major actions in the Adriatic, Mediterranean and Black Sea. The study also explores their post-war service, including missions against smuggling and clandestine traffic.

Contents
Introduction
The first MAS: World War I
Design and development
Interwar developments: 1919-34
The looming war: 1935-40
Operational history
The first phase: June 1940-June 1941
The MS: a new boat
The second phase: July 1941-December 1942
The third phase: January-September 1943
North and south
Analysis and conclusion
After the end
The final curtain
Further reading
Index