The submarine, first introduced to America’s fleet in 1900, is today a 300-foot-long, 30-foot-wide vessel filled with some of the world’s most sophisticated technology and courageous, skilled, all-volunteer personnel. In each submarine, over 100 crew members work together for months at a time to protect U.S. interests around the world. Written by an outstanding team, United States Submarines contains essays on submarine history and today’s submariners, focusing not only on the subs, torpedoes, and related technologies but especially on the people who make it all work. Full-color and vintage photography, portraits, recruiting posters, and historically inspired paintings complement the riveting text.
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A must read for anyone who has an interest in submarines or their history. -- Admiral Frank B. Kelso II, Former Chief of Naval Operations
A remarkably comprehensive and beautifully illustrated history of the first 100 years of U.S. submarines. -- Admiral Carlisle Trost, 23rd Chief of Naval Operations
Every submariner should have a personal copy. No matter how many times you review it, you will find new items. -- Commander E.P. Wilkinson, First Commanding Officer, USS Nautilus
Records in clear prose and stunning photographs the triumphs and tragedies of the first hundred years of United States submarines. -- Vice Admiral George P. Steele
A remarkably comprehensive and beautifully illustrated history of the first 100 years of U.S. submarines. -- Admiral Carlisle Trost, 23rd Chief of Naval Operations
Every submariner should have a personal copy. No matter how many times you review it, you will find new items. -- Commander E.P. Wilkinson, First Commanding Officer, USS Nautilus
Records in clear prose and stunning photographs the triumphs and tragedies of the first hundred years of United States submarines. -- Vice Admiral George P. Steele
About the Author
Commander David Hinkle,USN (Ret), graduated with honors from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1954. He was picked by Admiral Rickover for the naval nuclear program in 1958, and served in six submarines and commanded the nuclear attack submarine Pargo. Called Mr. Sonar by contemporaries, he participated in the development and fleet introduction of numerous sonar and weapon systems, launching more than 500 torpedoes, missiles, and rockets. Commander Hinkle was awarded more than 40 medals and commendations for research, development, test and evaluation of submarine sonar, weapon, and fire-control systems.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
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Contrasts submarine history with today's modern vessels,
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: United States Submarines (Hardcover)
This is an outstanding, lavish history of the U.S. submarine: if only one submarine history were to be chosen as a comprehensive library reference, it should be this. A team of historians, authors and Naval experts contribute to this title, which holds over 300 pages of text and photos. Black and white and color photos embellish essays that contrast submarine history with today's modern vessels, providing a unique and lavish display. Suitable for special gifts, United States Submarines is a recommended pick for any interested in military history in general or submarine development in particular.
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The biggest book on Subs ever,
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This review is from: United States Submarines (Hardcover)
This must be the definitive volume on US Submarines! The book is huge and heavy and covers 100 years of American boats, from the Holland to the Virginia class. There are hundreds of photos and illustrations, many I have never seen before. The many sections cover every aspect of submarine history and technology and are authored by experts and reknown submarine officers. I enjoyed seeing the part about the many submarine memorials and museums, especially Texas' own Cavalla in nearby Galveston.There has never been such a showpiece book on submarines such as this one. It will be the centerpiece in any collection.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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A great reference. The one sub book to buy.,
By Navyvet "navyvet" (Griswold, Connecticut United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: United States Submarines (Hardcover)
I spent 6 years on a ballistic missile submarine and I have a great interest in the history and current developments of the Silent Service. If you are a veteran submariner, you will like the way the book is put together. It has great photos and it is truly a beautifully made book that you can pass along to a son or grandson to share the pride us "bubbleheads" all share.If you aren't a submariner but you aspire to be one or if you simply want to learn about the world of subs, then this is also the book for you. It is a huge volume that will occupy hours of your time. I would recommend this book over any of the lesser, albeit cheaper, more poorly made books on the subject. If you find the price a little steep, you may also want to consider "Silent Chase: Submarines of the U.S. Navy". It is smaller but still a well made book. (ISBN 0-934738-38-6)
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My father, Lieutenant Harry H. Caldwell, USN, had the privilege of commanding our Navy's first submarine. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
submerged circumnavigation, submarine family, submarine simulations, submarine qualification, deterrent patrols, submarine school, qualified submariners, submarine force, war patrols, dynamite gun, submarine design, bow planes, family grams, submarine museum, torpedo room, fleet ballistic missile, torpedo station, conventional submarines, missile tubes, submarine service, propulsion plant, diesel submarines, periscope depth, silent service, strategic deterrence Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
World War, Cold War, Pearl Harbor, United States, Medal of Honor, Electric Boat, New London, George Washington, New York, Naval Academy, Presidential Unit Citation, Soviet Union, John Holland, Lieutenant Caldwell, Secretary of the Navy, Lieutenant Commander, Los Angeles-class, Special Projects Office, Navy Cross, San Diego, Sea of Japan, South China Sea, Holy Loch, New Jersey, North Pole New!
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submerged circumnavigation, submarine family, submarine simulations, submarine qualification, deterrent patrols, submarine school, qualified submariners, submarine force, war patrols, dynamite gun, submarine design, bow planes, family grams, submarine museum, torpedo room, fleet ballistic missile, torpedo station, conventional submarines, missile tubes, submarine service, propulsion plant, diesel submarines, periscope depth, silent service, strategic deterrence Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
World War, Cold War, Pearl Harbor, United States, Medal of Honor, Electric Boat, New London, George Washington, New York, Naval Academy, Presidential Unit Citation, Soviet Union, John Holland, Lieutenant Caldwell, Secretary of the Navy, Lieutenant Commander, Los Angeles-class, Special Projects Office, Navy Cross, San Diego, Sea of Japan, South China Sea, Holy Loch, New Jersey, North Pole New!
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- Run Silent Run Deep (Cassell Military Paperbacks) by Edward L. Beach in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
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