During the last century photographers both famous and unknown captured these images presented in this book - many heretofore unpublished - and they take our modern eye back to a romantic era. Among these artists is José Dias Herrera, who continues to photograph the ships of Santos to this day. You will also find an overview of Brazilian Navy vessels, contemplated through the images and memories of celebrated men-of-war, cruisers, torpedo-boat destroyers, submarines, and training ships.