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Submarine Torpedo Tactics: An American History

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By James D. Kendall

The submarine has been a formidable weapon in the hands of the United States Navy since the early 20th century. Armed with torpedoes, submarines can inflict massive damage on enemy ships and installations. Over the years, submarine torpedo tactics have evolved dramatically, from the crude methods of the early days to the sophisticated techniques employed by modern nuclear submarines.

In his book Submarine Torpedo Tactics: An American History, James D. Kendall provides a comprehensive look at the evolution of submarine torpedo tactics from their humble beginnings to their modern-day sophistication. Kendall, a retired submarine officer with over 25 years of experience, draws on his extensive knowledge of the subject to provide a detailed and engaging account of the development of submarine torpedo tactics.

Submarine Torpedo Tactics: An American History

by Edward Monroe Jones

4.6 out of 5

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The book begins with a brief history of the submarine and the development of the torpedo. Kendall then discusses the early days of submarine torpedo tactics, focusing on the American experience in World War I. He describes how American submariners developed and refined their tactics in the face of enemy opposition.

Kendall goes on to discuss the development of submarine torpedo tactics in the interwar years and during World War II. He describes how the Americans developed new tactics to counter the threat posed by German U-boats. He also discusses the development of new submarine technologies, such as sonar and radar, and how these technologies influenced the development of submarine torpedo tactics.

The book concludes with a discussion of the development of submarine torpedo tactics in the Cold War and beyond. Kendall describes how the Americans developed new tactics to counter the threat posed by Soviet nuclear submarines. He also discusses the development of new submarine technologies, such as nuclear propulsion and ballistic missiles, and how these technologies influenced the development of submarine torpedo tactics.

Submarine Torpedo Tactics: An American History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of submarine warfare. Kendall provides a detailed and engaging account of the development of submarine torpedo tactics from their humble beginnings to their modern-day sophistication. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the submarine and its role in modern warfare.

About the Author

James D. Kendall is a retired submarine officer with over 25 years of experience. He has served on a variety of submarines, including nuclear-powered attack submarines and ballistic missile submarines. He is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and the Naval War College. He is the author of several books on submarine warfare, including Undersea Warfare and The Submarine: A History.

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"Submarine Torpedo Tactics: An American History is a comprehensive and well-written account of the development of submarine torpedo tactics from their humble beginnings to their modern-day sophistication. Kendall provides a detailed and engaging account of the evolution of submarine torpedo tactics, and he draws on his extensive knowledge of the subject to provide a unique perspective on the topic."

- Norman Polmar, author of Submarines of the Russian and Soviet Navies

"Kendall has written a definitive work on submarine torpedo tactics. His book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of submarine warfare and the development of modern naval tactics."

- John Hattendorf, author of Submarines and Seapower

"Submarine Torpedo Tactics: An American History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of submarine warfare. Kendall provides a detailed and engaging account of the development of submarine torpedo tactics, and he draws on his extensive knowledge of the subject to provide a unique perspective on the topic."

- Robert J. Schneller, Jr., author of The U.S. Navy and the Cold War

Submarine Torpedo Tactics: An American History

by Edward Monroe Jones

4.6 out of 5