Weuner Furbringer (Fips) became one of the most successful U-Boat commanders in WW1 through a blend of skill, daring and, by his own typically modest admission, sheer luck. This vivid memoir, never before published in English, makes compelling reading. This is an inspiring and chivalrous story; it is ironic then that, when finally sunk by the Royal Navy off the East Coast of England, Fips was machine-gunned in the water, contrary to repeated Government denials of such behaviour.
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Weuner Furbringer (Fips) became one of the most successful U-Boat commanders in WW1 through a blend of skill, daring and, by his own typically modest admission, sheer luck. This vivid memoir, never before published in English, makes compelling reading. This is an inspiring and chivalrous story; it is ironic then that, when finally sunk by the Royal Navy off the East Coast of England, Fips was machine-gunned in the water, contrary to repeated Government denials of such behaviour.
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Fine in Fine dust jacket. 0850526949. Hardcover in dust jacket. First edition. Book is in fine, As New, gift-giving condition, crisp and clean, with tight binding and sharp corners. Unclipped dust jacket is fresh and bright. Historic photos as well as detailed crew and mission info throughout. 8vo. 146 pp. Including index. In protective Mylar.
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1st edn. 8vo. Original gilt lettered blue cloth (VG), dustwrapper (VG in protective cover, not price clipped). Pp. 146, illus with b&w photos and map (no inscriptions).
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