U-Boats Against Canada: German Submarines In Canadian Waters

U-Boats Against Canada: German Submarines In Canadian Waters

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This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Michael L. Hadley
Binding: Hardback
Published: McGill-Queen's University Press, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Bumped spine. Clean copy.

U-Boats Against Canada chronicles the clandestine and often harrowing operations of German submarines in North American waters during World War II. Michael L. Hadley uncovers the strategic importance of these incursions and the desperate efforts by Canadian forces to counter the U-boat threat. The narrative presents a gripping account of naval engagements, intelligence gathering, and the profound impact on coastal communities. This authoritative work details the technological advancements and human drama inherent in this lesser-known theater of war, illustrating the relentless struggle for maritime control. It argues for a re-evaluation of Canada's role in the Battle of the Atlantic, offering a comprehensive historical perspective on a critical period.

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Description

Author: Michael L. Hadley
Binding: Hardback
Published: McGill-Queen's University Press, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Bumped spine. Clean copy.

U-Boats Against Canada chronicles the clandestine and often harrowing operations of German submarines in North American waters during World War II. Michael L. Hadley uncovers the strategic importance of these incursions and the desperate efforts by Canadian forces to counter the U-boat threat. The narrative presents a gripping account of naval engagements, intelligence gathering, and the profound impact on coastal communities. This authoritative work details the technological advancements and human drama inherent in this lesser-known theater of war, illustrating the relentless struggle for maritime control. It argues for a re-evaluation of Canada's role in the Battle of the Atlantic, offering a comprehensive historical perspective on a critical period.