First conceived in the mid-1930s; the Type VII submarine was still in production at the end of World War II. Subject to continuous improvement through six major variants and with around 650 completed; it was built in larger numbers than any other submarine design in history and formed the backbone of the Kriegsmarine's U-boat campaign. The book offers comprehensive visual coverage; including full color three dimensional illustrations of every external feature and variant. With its unique concentration of information and illustrative reference; Type VII is unrivaled.
#54628 in Books Naval Institute Press 2009-05-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x 6.00 x 1.75l; 2.25 #File Name: 1591141532664 pages
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful. The Bluejackets Manual - A Ex-Sailor's ReviewBy Mark R. GarnerIn 1940 the United States Navy was an antiquated collection of well-built ships and slow but durable aircraft. These two features were to save countless lives in battle with an at-the-time superior foe ie; the Imperial Japanese Navy. Never short on guts; the average 1940 Sailor was not prepared for W.W.II but how quickly things change. Five short years later we were the most powerful fleet EVER. While the 1940 edition of the "BJM" differs greatly from the one I was issued in 1994; the core values of "Honor; Committment Courage" have never changed. Pride isn't specifically listed but it's there nonetheless. The "BJM" is a fascinating book for all the practical sailing knowledge it carries. It should be on every yacht owner's bookshelf. Tying knots; heaving lines; rules of the road (sea); etc. Plus it's just plain interesting to read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. History in a sailor's textbook.By Michael Conwell author of The Lone SentryThis was my Bible after my brothers returned from WWII. Later on the Boy Scout; "Handbook for Boys" became my Bible. Eventually the Holy Bible became my Bible. I am writing a WWII novel and this is my number one research choice for information about naval uniforms; pay; training and rules and regulations. It is an encyclopedia of everything from Morse code and semaphore signals to first aid and artillery projectile coding. The original owner; M.J. Kizer; marked it well as he didn't want to lose it. I'd like to know the places this book traveled after training.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Supplier shipped right away and it was excellent.By homertoeclipperWanted a copy since my dad had one fascinating reading. Supplier shipped right away and it was excellent.
