The Africa Ship

“Etzold’s research is impeccable, his storytelling is as epic as the voyage itself and his grasp of the complexities of the various command chains involved, both in Germany and in Africa, is second to none. His use of original source material makes this account truly unique, comprehensive and accurate down to the last detail. This is a highly readable book that every serious aviation historian simply must have.” – Alastair Reid, author and historian, UK Airship Association“Already an expert on Unterseeboote in North American waters during the Great War, Dominic Etzold proves an even more adept storyteller and researcher on Zeppelins and the obscure fighting in East Africa during that same conflict. A story so fantastic yet true that it will prove impossible to put down.” – Alexander van der Biest, Paper Can Reviews“You don’t need to be an aviator to be swept away by this story. With vivid storytelling and rich historical context, The Africa Ship invites readers into a world where the sky was both battlefield and frontier—and where one crew dared to cross it all.” – John Heckman, The Tattooed Historian

Dominic Etzold holds a degree in history and politics from Drexel University. His first book, Reaping the Whirlwind, was published by Schiffer in 2023. He lives in New Jersey.