Harwich Submarines in the Great War, 9781914059971
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First submarines, first campaign: pioneers fighting for North Sea dominance.

Harwich Submarines in the Great War

The First Submarine Campaign of the Royal Navy in 1914

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  • Paperback

    348 pages

  • Release Date

    28 December 2021

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Summary

The authoritative story of the Royal Navy’s first submarine campaign, told using new research. The Harwich Submarine Flotilla played a key role establishing British dominance in the North Sea at the beginning of the First World War. Letters, diaries, memoirs and combat reports of the participants are used to give a complete account. Much of this is in print for the first time.

Foreword by Rear Admiral Jonathan Westbrook CBE, former Royal Navy Submariner.

Both official and pers…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781914059971
ISBN-10:1914059972
Author:Mark Harris, Jonathan Westbrook
Publisher:Helion & Company
Imprint:Helion & Company
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:348
Release Date:28 December 2021
Weight:690g
Dimensions:248mm x 171mm
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Critics Review

“Harris describes meticulously the people, doctrine, and training of the submarine force…he has illustrated the book with a number of excellent photographs and his own very good charts.” * Naval Historical Foundation *”…well illustrated with sharp, clear photos and excellent maps. It is recommended.” * Over the Front *

About The Author

Mark Harris

Mark Harris is a military historian specialising in the naval aspects of the Great War. His writing is rooted in extensive research in archival records to present a full and complete view of conflict from the perspective of all of the participants. He has come to writing after a professional management career in Financial Services, with extensive experience in product management, literature and communications, as well as operational, project and relationship management. He holds an Honours Degree in Economics, as well as being a Qualified Teacher and Accountant.

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