The Shipping Board's "Agency Ships": Part 1, The "Sub Boats"
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Mark H. Goldberg
Binding: Paperback
Published: AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINE MUSEUM, 1994
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Spine a little faded. Condition as shown in image
The Shipping Board's Agency Ships: Part 1, The Sub Boats chronicles a fascinating chapter in maritime history, detailing the United States Shipping Board's management of a unique fleet. This meticulously researched volume uncovers the operational intricacies and historical significance of the Sub Boats, a distinct class of vessels that played a crucial role during a pivotal era. Goldberg presents an authoritative account, illustrating the challenges and triumphs associated with these ships and their impact on American shipping. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the administrative structures, technical specifications, and human stories behind these often-overlooked vessels. This essential work offers an invaluable resource for historians, maritime enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the industrial and logistical efforts of the early 20th century.
Author: Mark H. Goldberg
Binding: Paperback
Published: AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINE MUSEUM, 1994
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Spine a little faded. Condition as shown in image
The Shipping Board's Agency Ships: Part 1, The Sub Boats chronicles a fascinating chapter in maritime history, detailing the United States Shipping Board's management of a unique fleet. This meticulously researched volume uncovers the operational intricacies and historical significance of the Sub Boats, a distinct class of vessels that played a crucial role during a pivotal era. Goldberg presents an authoritative account, illustrating the challenges and triumphs associated with these ships and their impact on American shipping. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the administrative structures, technical specifications, and human stories behind these often-overlooked vessels. This essential work offers an invaluable resource for historians, maritime enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the industrial and logistical efforts of the early 20th century.