The five battleships of this class - Anson, Duke of York, Howe, King George V and The Prince of Wales - are the stuff of legends. Their war was active, their tasks demanding, their success was outstanding. This study details the design, engines, armour and armament of the class, and the strategic thinking behind their deployment. There is a full service history of each ship, including eyewitness on-board accounts and battle photographs. Main engagements are highlighted with detailed battle maps and the author captures the war at sea between capital ships.