Around The World Submerged

Author : Edward L. Beach
Publisher : Naval Institute Press
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781612511986

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Around the World Submerged by Edward L. Beach Pdf

When the nuclear-powered submarine USS Triton was commissioned in November 1959, its commanding officer, Captain Edward L. Beach, planned a routine shakedown cruise in the North Atlantic. Two weeks before the scheduled cruise, however, Beach was summoned to Washington and told of the immediate necessity to prove the reliability of the Rickover-conceived submarine. His new secret orders were to take the Triton around the world, entirely submerged the total distance. This is Beach's gripping firsthand account of what went on during the 36,000 nautical-mile voyage whose record for speed and endurance still stands today. It brings to life the many tense events in the historic journey: the malfunction of the essential fathometer that indicated the location of undersea mountains and shallow waters, the sudden agonizing illness of a senior petty officer, and the serious problems with the ship's main hydraulic oil system. Intensely dramatic, Beach's chronicle also describes the psychological stresses of the journey and some touching moments shared by the crew. A skillful story teller, he recounts the experience in such detail that readers feel they have been along for the ride of a lifetime.

Author : Edward Latimer Beach
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1962
Category : Submarines (Ships)
ISBN : LCCN:62018406

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Around the world submerged by Edward Latimer Beach Pdf

Personal narrative by the skipper of the nuclear submarine Triton, which circumnavigated the earth, submerged, in the spring of 1960.

Author : Edward L. Beach
Publisher : Naval Institute Press
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781612512891

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Submarine! by Edward L. Beach Pdf

Welcomed as the first book about American submarines in World War II to be written by a man who actually fought them, this compelling personal account of the war beneath the sea firmly established Edward L. Beach's reputation as a writer in the early 1950s. Given the survival rate of those in the silent service, it is a story many submariners did not live to tell. In fact, most of the crew of Beach's boat, the USS Trigger, were lost soon after he left for another assignment. A veteran of twelve war patrols, Beach's luck held out, and he authentically recaptures the moments of elation, desperation, and numbing fear that were part of the daily lives of these warriors as they hunted down the enemy in the Pacific. Beach helped sink the Trigger's first ships and survived more than his share of exploding depth charges from avenging warships. In the book, he weaves the story of his own boat with equally thrilling tales of other battle-hardened submarines and the brave and determined men who fought them against the Japanese. Beach's readers share in the destruction of five destroyers in four days and join in the deadliest game of all--stalking other submarines. They also come to understand the terror and uncertainty of being at the other end of the pursuit, silently sweating out depth-charge poundings in a leaking boat. For an authentic account of what went on under the waves, this book remains one of the very best.

Author : Jules Verne
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1887
Category : Submarines (Ships)
ISBN : HARVARD:HN1INV

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Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne Pdf

Author : Edward Latimer Beach
Publisher : US Naval Institute Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : UOM:39015043780835

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Salt and Steel by Edward Latimer Beach Pdf

The author of "Run Silent, Run Deep" and "Around the World Submerged" relates the highlights of his career as a submariner, beginning in World War II with the Battle of Midway and culminating with his role as a consultant on the nuclear power program. 13 photos.

Author : Roger C. Smith
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-03-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781561649945

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Submerged History by Roger C. Smith Pdf

This heavily illustrated book is written by top archaeologists who study Florida's sunken heritage in unique underwater sites. Learn from them the secrets at the bottom of springs and rivers, discover drowned prehistoric waterfront neighborhoods, paddle into the past on ancient canoes, swim across wrecked Spanish galleons and slave ships, record the contents of a Civil War troop transport, and study waterlogged artifacts in the laboratory. Submerged History takes readers on professionally guided tours along the broad spectrum of Florida's hidden, watery past to illustrate what these fascinating sites can reveal about the people who came before us.

Author : Martin K. Ettington
Publisher : Martin K. Ettington
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Unidentified Submerged Objects and Underwater Bases by Martin K. Ettington Pdf

There are many books on UFOs and Aliens but most are in the air or over the land. However, you might not be aware that there are also many UFO sightings underwater, or over water. There are even some strong claims of UFO and/or Alien bases underwater. Over 71% of the surface of the Earth is covered in water, much of which is in the Earth’s Oceans. So it makes sense that Aliens visiting Earth would hide in the water or even build bases there. Yes—there are reports from several places of possible Aliens bases beneath the waves. This would make a sensible place to hide if you have advanced technology which will allow you to hide underwater. Some of the suspected underwater bases are near Malibu-California, Gulf Breeze-Florida, and the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific. There are probably a lot more submerged base locations we don’t know about all over the world. In this book I’ve provided as many Unidentified Submerged Object stories as I could research. I think you will find these stories to be very interesting.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 784 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1964
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCAL:C2582592

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All Hands by Anonim Pdf

Author : John M. O’Shea
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2023-05-08
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000871333

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Submerged Prehistory in the Americas by John M. O’Shea Pdf

This book presents an overview of the exciting new developments in underwater research in North America, ranging from new approaches for discovering submerged sites to an assessment of how these findings challenge the understanding of the North American past. Archaeological sites preserved on the world’s continental shelves are relevant to a wide range of major research questions and their importance increases with the heightened awareness of climate change and rising modern sea levels. Once thought lost forever, these sites survive underwater, preserved from the ravages of modern farming and development. To investigate the submerged landscapes, archaeologists use many of the same technologies developed for discovery of shipwrecks but, couple them with anthropological and environmental models to identify and study the way of life of people residing in these ancient lands. In this book, leading figures associated with submerged site exploration share an emphasis on the conduct and results of underwater research. It will be a fascinating read for advanced students of Archaeology, History and Environmental Studies. This volume was originally published as a special issue of The Journal of Island and Coastal Archaeology.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Marine parks and reserves
ISBN : STANFORD:36105119528391

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Readings on the Protection and Management of Marine and Submerged Resources of the National Parks by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1252 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Environmental health
ISBN : RUTGERS:39030033377484

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Environmental Health Perspectives by Anonim Pdf

Author : Marcy Rockman,Joe Flatman
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2011-11-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781441998811

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Archaeology in Society by Marcy Rockman,Joe Flatman Pdf

The practiceof archaeology has many different facets: from academia, to government, tocultural resource management, to public media. Considering the place of archaeology in society means understanding the rolesthat archaeology has in the present day and a sense of the contributions thatit can make in each of these areas, both now and in the future. Archaeologistscome to the field to pursue a variety of interests: teaching, examininghistory, preserving the environment, or studying a specialized time period orinterest. The outside world has a number of other expectations of archaeology:preservation, tourism, and education, to name but a few. From a broad and varied background, the editors have compiled a rare group ofcontributors uniquely qualified to address questions about the current state ofarchaeology and its relevance in society. There is no single answer to thequestion of how the field of archaeology should develop, and what it can do forsociety. Instead,the authors in this volume lay out the many ways in which archaeology isrelevant to the present day - considering, for example, climate change, energyexploration, warfare, national identity, the importance of stories and how theyare told, and how and why opportunities to engage with the past throughmuseums, digs, television, classes, and the print media have the formsthey currently do - creating a state-of-the-art tool for archaeologists, policymakers and the public alike to understand the work of many in the fieldand address the challenges we all face.

Author : Joyce E. Chaplin
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781439100066

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Round About the Earth by Joyce E. Chaplin Pdf

In this first full history of around-the-world travel, Joyce E. Chaplin brilliantly tells the story of circumnavigation. Round About the Earth is a witty, erudite, and colorful account of the outrageous ambitions that have inspired men and women to circle the entire planet. For almost five hundred years, human beings have been finding ways to circle the Earth—by sail, steam, or liquid fuel; by cycling, driving, flying, going into orbit, even by using their own bodily power. The story begins with the first centuries of circumnavigation, when few survived the attempt: in 1519, Ferdinand Magellan left Spain with five ships and 270 men, but only one ship and thirty-five men returned, not including Magellan, who died in the Philippines. Starting with these dangerous voyages, Joyce Chaplin takes us on a trip of our own as we travel with Francis Drake, William Dampier, Louis-Antoine de Bougainville, and James Cook. Eventually sea travel grew much safer and passengers came on board. The most famous was Charles Darwin, but some intrepid women became circumnavigators too—a Lady Brassey, for example. Circumnavigation became a fad, as captured in Jules Verne’s classic novel, Around the World in Eighty Days. Once continental railroads were built, circumnavigators could traverse sea and land. Newspapers sponsored racing contests, and people sought ways to distinguish themselves—by bicycling around the world, for instance, or by sailing solo. Steamships turned round-the-world travel into a luxurious experience, as with the tours of Thomas Cook & Son. Famous authors wrote up their adventures, including Mark Twain and Jack London and Elizabeth Jane Cochrane (better known as Nellie Bly). Finally humans took to the skies to circle the globe in airplanes. Not much later, Sputnik, Gagarin, and Glenn pioneered a new kind of circumnavigation— in orbit. Through it all, the desire to take on the planet has tested the courage and capacity of the bold men and women who took up the challenge. Their exploits show us why we think of the Earth as home. Round About the Earth is itself a thrilling adventure.

Author : Mark Twain
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 459 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2024-01-14
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9791041981823

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A JOURNEY AROUND THE WORLD by Mark Twain Pdf

"Embark on a literary circumnavigation of the globe with the indomitable Mark Twain in 'A Journey Around the World.' This travelogue chronicles Twain's adventures as he traverses diverse landscapes and cultures, providing a humorous and insightful commentary on the global tapestry of the late 19th century. From the bustling streets of New York to the serene landscapes of the Far East, Twain's narrative takes readers on a whirlwind tour filled with wit, curiosity, and cultural exploration. 'A Journey Around the World' is not just a travel memoir; it's a testament to Twain's keen observations and his ability to find humor in the most unexpected places. Join Twain on this literary expedition, where each page unfolds a new vista, and every anecdote unveils the human comedy inherent in the shared experience of our global journey."

Author : Mark Twain
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 789 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783387046168

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Following the Equator; A Journey Around the World by Mark Twain Pdf

Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.