Excerpt from Seaborne Trade, Vol. 3: The Period of Unrestricted Submarine Warfare, With a Map and Statistical Diagrams
It has been the author's task to show how nearly this gamble succeeded. It has been his task also to show at how heavy a cost it was ultimately foiled.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the vital role of seaborne trade during World War I, focusing on the period from 1917 to 1918. A period marked by the German government's risky gamble on unrestricted submarine warfare, the book examines the challenges posed by this aggressive tactic and the impact it had on both Allied and neutral shipping. The author meticulously traces the impact of this "great gamble" on the course of the war, highlighting how the Allies navigated a severe shortage of tonnage and the struggle to maintain essential supplies. The book further explores the intricate system of control and regulation that arose in response to the crisis, delving into the establishment of the Ministry of Shipping, the intricate process of prioritizing imports, and the revolutionary adoption of convoys as a crucial defensive measure. It also examines the complex diplomatic negotiations with neutral nations for access to their shipping and the strategic use of embargoes to curtail enemy access to vital resources. The author, through detailed analysis of the period, reveals the complex interplay of military strategy, economic pressures, and political maneuvering, showcasing the vital role of seaborne trade in shaping the outcome of the war. The book offers a compelling and insightful examination of the critical role that seaborne trade played in the Allied victory, providing a unique perspective on the complexities of wartime logistics and its impact on the global landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9780366373260_0
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