The United States Merchant Marine in World War I

Ships, Crews, Shipbuilders and Operators

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Greg H. Williams

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Paperback / softback

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The book provides the first, complete overview of the American merchant marine during World War I: the rapid expansion of trans-Atlantic shipping; a record of shipbuilding between 1914-1918, including the revival of sailing vessel construction and wood and concrete freighters; profiles of the companies that operated ships; a record of all losses at sea from enemy action; highlights of the experiences of mariners with U-boat commanders and crews, mines, and aircraft attacks; and the role of the Naval Overseas Transportation Service.

Author Biography:

Greg H. Williams served four years in the Navy, including duty on the converted Liberty ship USS Granville S. Hall (YAG-40). He was one of 27 volunteer crewmen who made the entire five month voyage from San Francisco to Europe on the Jeremiah O'Brien in 1994 for the 50th anniversary of the Normandy Invasion. He lives near Noti, Oregon, USA.

Release date NZ

May 31st, 2017

Author

Greg H. Williams

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Illustrations

6 photographs

Pages

472

Dimensions

178x254x28

ISBN-13

9781476667034

Product ID

25567967

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