The Battle of the Atlantic was one of the most savage and strategically significant campaigns of World War II: 28,000 out of 39,000 men in the German U-boat force disappeared beneath the waves. Herbert A. Werner, one of the few surviving German U-boat commanders, served on five submarines from 1941 to 1945. From the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, from the English Channel to the North Sea, he takes the reader with him through the triumphant years of 1941 and 1942, when German U-boats nearly strangled England, to the apocalyptic final years of destruction, disillusionment, and defeat.
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May 13, 1920 – April 6, 2013
This author plunged into the depths of naval life during World War II, serving on five U-boats and navigating the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the English Channel, the North Sea, the Baltic, the Norwegian Sea, and the Mediterranean. His narrative of survival amid harsh conditions, including the sinking of two submarines, offers a unique perspective on life in a hostile environment. The focus is on his experiences as an officer and captain, confronting constant danger and loss, which shaped his outlook. His insights are valuable for understanding human resilience in the face of extreme challenges.






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