Kaiser's U-Boat Assault on America

"e;An absorbing work for those interested in both the Great War and early submarine-based strategic theory."e; -Naval HistoryThis deeply researched and engaging account of the use of U-Boats in the First World War focuses on both diplomatic and economic aspects as well as the tactical and strategic use of the U-boats. The book also examines the role played by US president Woodrow Wilson and his response to American shipping being sunk by U-boats and how that ultimately forced his hand to declare war on Germany. Includes photos and illustrations"e;An excellent illumination of a multiclass, militaristic, and diplomatically inept state trying to adapt to the realities of modern war and the exploitation of new technology and catastrophically failing."e; Naval History"e;Highly recommended."e; The Northern Mariner