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U-108 at War (Images of War) Paperback – April 19, 2012

by Diane Canwell (Author), Jon Sutherland (Author)
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The photos in this book are taken from an unpublished album belonged to a member of the crew of f. These good quality photos show every aspect life aboard before, during and after a typical mission into the Atlantic. There are stunning shots of the sinking of Allied shipping and the rescue of their crews (Against Hitler’s orders!). Rarely seen below-deck views show just how cramped the living and working conditions were in a submerged craft. Shots from the conning tower in mid-ocean demonstrate the vile sea conditions that the vessels were forced to endure, from gigantic seas to frozen decks and equipment. The comradeship of the close-knit crew is expressed in shots showing how the men’s domestic chores were performed in the confined space of these small craft miles from the nearest land. It is most unusual to have such a comprehensive photographic record of a U-boat on active service since so few survived the war intact.
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  1. Part of series
    Images of War
  2. Print length
    144 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Pen and Sword Maritime
  5. Publication date
    April 19, 2012
  6. Dimensions
    7.75 x 0.5 x 9.75 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1848846673
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1848846678
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Diane Canwell has written widely on historical subjects, in particular on military and aviation history, and has long been fascinated by the history of Norfolk and its military heritage. Among her many books are 'The RAF Air Sea Rescue Service 1918-1986', 'The Battle of Jutland' and 'Air War Malta'.

Jonathan Sutherland has written widely on historical subjects, in particular on military and aviation history, and has long been fascinated by the history of Norfolk and its military heritage. Among his many books are The RAF Air Sea Rescue Service 1918-1986, The Battle of Jutland and Air War Malta.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pen and Sword Maritime; Illustrated edition (April 19, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 144 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1848846673
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1848846678
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.02 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 0.5 x 9.75 inches
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Stephan Bullard
5.0 out of 5 stars An Amazing Addition to a U-Boat Library
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2021
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I loved this book. It’s one of the few comprehensive looks at the mundane, daily life on a U-Boat during World War II. The photos all come from the album of a crewmember who served on U-108 between October 1940 and September 1942 (though a couple distant shots of the boat seem to have been taken from someone else, perhaps they came from the U-Boat archives). They represent a very nice selection of candid U-Boat photos and really document the way a crewmember would have seen the war. As an amateur photographer myself, and I can easily see myself taking these kinds of shots. A total of 134 photographs are included; 34 show work on the upper deck, 17 show the lower deck, 19 chronicle the sinking of 2 ships (U-108 sank ~25 total ships during the war).
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R. Comerford
4.0 out of 5 stars Pictures are great!
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2014
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Well done book. Could have used some better prof readers. The last chapter contained pictures of U-108 leaving on it's first cruise. All of the crew showed evidence of beards, The crew would have been clean shaven if they were outgoing. Pennants were shown flying atop the periscope. This again meant they were returning not leaving. But it's a book well worth viewing.
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Theodore N. Barnhartii
5.0 out of 5 stars A book with the most pictures
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2014
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This book has a story and pictures of the U-108 a German type IX submarine. They were taken by a sailor who served on the boat for several patrols. This is interesting because German sailors were not allowed to keep logs about their patrols, and this sailor was taking pictures. The only other book I know that has this many pictures was Teddy Suhren's and it was a type VII U-boat. This is a great book if you want to see what life was like in a type IX U-boat during the second world war.
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DASH7
2.0 out of 5 stars Too Many Inaccuracies
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2018
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Many of the pictures were pretty good but there were way too many technical inaccuracies and inaccurate captions on the photos.
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Mark Emerson
3.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2014
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The pictures in this book and their descriptions make it worth the purchase, however, there is not really much else to this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2013
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The pictures, as seen through the eyes of the Germans, helped me to understand what the submariner experienced on a daily basis. It was also touching to read after whether they survived the war or not. In most cases they didn't. A book that those who enjoy reading and studying WWII will definitely want to read.
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Corey Davis
4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2013
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This book is fascinating but still I would have liked to have seen more in action pictures. I liked seeing the uniforms including the buttons and gloves of the crew. The dirty, gritty realities of any ship at sea. Not to mention the facial hair of the U-108 crew and the Captain in his skivvies at battle stations !!.. Lol. Corey
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James Brownlow
5.0 out of 5 stars U-108 from a crew member's photo album
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2014
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A great pictorial history of U-108 and her crew. Names, ranks, and duties detailed for many of them. Picture quality is quite good.
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Empe
5.0 out of 5 stars Bella serie
Reviewed in Italy on October 22, 2021
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In questo periodo in offerta a prezzo fisso (un curioso 3,63 euro a volume) ma se comprate i libri originali li pagate 5-6 volte di più. Sintetici nei testi, riccamente illustrati. Per gli appassionati di storia militare una miniera d'oro.
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Y:O:T:
5.0 out of 5 stars ...a very clear VIEW
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 1, 2018
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IF you're interested in "IX type" U-BOATs that's simply a MUST; quite a lot of GOOD PHOTOS, good print ,a rarity on the matter, albeit a not first-class description, with some error:
p. 55: is not the U-108 deck;
p. 75: this is not the "control room", but the electric motors room.
p. 87: "making headways"
p. 88: "...waves crashing over the bows": but's the stern;
p.105: "BRT" doesn't mean "british", but's the equivalent of "GRT" (gross registered tonnes) in german.
p.107: is not the "U-108 alongside the docks at Wilhelmshaven, but a VII tipe boat somewhere in France.
p.125: "...being lowered by the u-boat in the water.": ...but please!!!
p.135: "...moments of relaxation BEFORE their active patrol in the Atlantic.": they're just
RETURNED with pennants/sinkings...
p.144: that guy is not "sunbathimg". but defecating on water, since the complice climate...

...which doesn't seems that this Alistair Smith be familiar with submarine's features and sea war logics;
...but the trade is strongly worthwhile, if only for the excellent stream of photos.

have a nice trip.
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philippe-onhaye-belgique
5.0 out of 5 stars classique interrescant
Reviewed in France on November 6, 2015
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trés bien!le parcourt a suivre d'un bateau et son équipage!le style de photos n'est pas rare et aussi riche dans d'autre revues
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fairwinds
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent photo record of a historical maritime activity and era.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 16, 2017
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Excellent addition to all the U-boat books which, for many, remains a totally fascinating subject. Worth the price for the pictures and narrative.
As a Mariner, the text jarred for me however, with doubtful or incorrect statements. There are many examples, which could have been ironed out. The sextant caption infers that it produces a position, rather than a simple altitude of the sun or stars.
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Patten44
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 30, 2015
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Good addition to the subject.
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