Defensively-Armed Merchant Ships And Submarine Warfare (1917)

Defensively-Armed Merchant Ships And Submarine Warfare is a historical book written by Alexander Pearce Higgins in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive account of the use of defensively-armed merchant ships during the First World War and their role in fighting against submarine warfare. The author describes the various types of merchant ships that were armed with guns and other weapons to defend themselves against enemy submarines. The book also covers the tactics and strategies employed by the merchant ships to evade and counter submarine attacks. The author provides a detailed analysis of the challenges faced by the merchant ships and the measures taken to overcome them. Additionally, the book includes several real-life incidents and encounters between merchant ships and submarines, which provide a vivid account of the dangers faced by seafarers during the war.Overall, Defensively-Armed Merchant Ships And Submarine Warfare is a valuable historical resource that sheds light on the crucial role played by merchant ships in the First World War and their contribution to the war effort. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, military strategy, and the impact of war on civilian life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.