Warships and Sea Battles of World War 1 by Bernard Fitzsimmons is a comprehensive and visually rich account of naval warfare during the First World War. The book explores the crucial role of sea power in the conflict, detailing how Britain’s naval supremacy forced Germany into a largely defensive position, with only one major fleet battle—the Battle of Jutland—taking place.
However, the real war at sea came in unexpected forms. The German U-boat campaign nearly crippled Britain’s ability to continue the war, while Britain’s distant blockade slowly strangled Germany’s economy, contributing significantly to its eventual defeat. The book also examines the technological innovations that emerged from the war, including advancements in mines, torpedoes, and submarines and the countermeasures developed to combat them.
With detailed full-colour illustrations and action photographs, this book offers an engaging and informative look at the ships and battles that shaped naval warfare during WWI.
