Steel and Ice: The U-Boat Battle in the Arctic and Black Sea 1941-45

The U-boat war against Russia was as fierce and unrelenting as the land war on the Eastern Front. Lawrence Paterson's book explores the clash between the Kriegsmarines U-boats and the Red Navy, containing rare color and black-and-white illustrations. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Second World War.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 27 October 2022
Publisher: The History Press Ltd

The U-boat war waged by Germany against Russia was as fierce and relentless as the land war that raged along the Eastern Front between 1941 and 1945. The Kriegsmarine, Germany's naval force, engaged in a wide range of operations to control the seas bordering the Soviet Union. These operations included Wolf Pack attacks on Russian convoy traffic and military vessels, as well as close-quarter combat undertaken by small U-boats transported by land and river to the Black Sea.

This war, which was previously unknown in English, is explored in detail by Lawrence Paterson in his book. Paterson delves into the tremendous clash between the Kriegsmarines U-boats and the Red Navy, a struggle that lasted from the opening salvos of Operation Barbarossa to the final chaotic days of Germany's defeat. The book contains rare color and black-and-white illustrations that provide a visual insight into the events of this period.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Second World War. It offers a comprehensive and detailed account of the U-boat war and its impact on the course of the war. Paterson's writing is engaging and informative, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply interested in learning more about this critical period of world history, this book is an invaluable resource.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803990637