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Edward L. Beach, Jr. Books

    April 20, 1918 – December 1, 2002

    Edward Latimer Beach Jr. was a decorated United States Navy submarine officer and bestselling author. His prose, often drawing from his extensive World War II experience as a submarine commander, delves into the intricacies of wartime conflict and human resilience. Beach masterfully captures the tension and psychological challenges of life beneath the waves, offering readers a unique perspective on underwater combat. His writings are distinguished by their raw authenticity and a profound understanding of naval life.

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    An Annapolis First Classman
    Ralph Osborn, Midshipman at Annapolis

    • Ralph Osborn, Midshipman at Annapolis

      A Story of Life at the U.S. Naval Academy

      • 254 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Edward Latimer Beach Sr. was a notable United States Navy officer and author, with a service record spanning the Spanish-American War to World War I. His legacy includes being the father of Captain Edward L. Beach Jr., who led the USS Triton on a historic submerged circumnavigation and authored the acclaimed novel "Run Silent, Run Deep." Beach Sr.'s life reflects a significant military and literary heritage, contributing to naval history and literature.

      Ralph Osborn, Midshipman at Annapolis

    • An Annapolis First Classman

      Illustrated by Frank T. Merrill

      • 212 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The book chronicles the life of Edward Latimer Beach Sr., a distinguished United States Navy officer who participated in three significant wars, including the Spanish-American War and World War I. It highlights his military career and contributions, as well as his legacy as the father of Captain Edward L. Beach Jr., known for commanding the USS Triton and authoring the acclaimed novel Run Silent, Run Deep. The narrative offers insights into both Beach Sr.'s experiences and his family's naval heritage.

      An Annapolis First Classman