Stories of Survival, Tragedy, Innovation and Courage

David L. Williams examines the origins of maritime camouflage, how it was originally influenced by natural concealment as seen in living creatures and plants and was followed by the emergence of two fundamentally opposed schools of thought: reduced visibility and disruption to visual perception.

Churchill’s Atlantic Convoys describes the political, strategic and tactical ebb and flow of events, particularly between 1942 and 1943. Thanks to increased numbers and scientific innovations the Allies slowly gained the upper hand despite a determined German fight back in late 1943 and early 1944. While the U-boat threat was never wholly defeated, the tenacity and sacrifices of the Allied naval forces won the day.

Nautilus Telegraph's book of the month for June 2023.

Nautilus Telegraph's book of the month for May 2023.

This book is intended to give a snapshot of the events that occurred in the shipping industry during 2021.