The Raider Kormoran

The Raider Kormoran

$15.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

Condition: SECONDHAND

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: Theodor Detmers
Binding: Paperback
Published: KIMBER POCKET EDITIONS, 1961

Condition:
Book: Poor
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Some moisture damage
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Captain Theodor Detmers recounts the gripping true story of the German auxiliary cruiser Kormoran during World War II, a vessel disguised as a merchant ship that wreaked havoc on Allied shipping lanes. This historical account details the strategic brilliance and daring exploits of the raider, culminating in its infamous encounter with HMAS Sydney. Detmers presents a firsthand perspective on naval warfare, offering insights into the challenges of maintaining secrecy and executing successful commerce raiding operations. The narrative illustrates the ingenuity and resilience of the crew, providing a compelling look at a unique chapter in maritime history.

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Description

Author: Theodor Detmers
Binding: Paperback
Published: KIMBER POCKET EDITIONS, 1961

Condition:
Book: Poor
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Some moisture damage
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Captain Theodor Detmers recounts the gripping true story of the German auxiliary cruiser Kormoran during World War II, a vessel disguised as a merchant ship that wreaked havoc on Allied shipping lanes. This historical account details the strategic brilliance and daring exploits of the raider, culminating in its infamous encounter with HMAS Sydney. Detmers presents a firsthand perspective on naval warfare, offering insights into the challenges of maintaining secrecy and executing successful commerce raiding operations. The narrative illustrates the ingenuity and resilience of the crew, providing a compelling look at a unique chapter in maritime history.