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LoC No.: 2007570771

Title: Sea Warfare

Note: Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: The fringes of the fleet -- Tales of "the trade" -- Destroyers at Jutland.

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Summary: "Sea Warfare" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of narratives centered on naval warfare, likely written in the late 19th to early 20th century, during or shortly after World War I. The work explores the experiences and perspectives of various naval characters, particularly focusing on the Trawler and Auxiliary Fleet, which is heavily relied upon for tasks such as mine-sweeping, submarine hunting, and maintaining sea traffic during wartime. With its vivid illustrations of both the simple fishermen and the complexities of naval operations, the book delves into themes of duty, camaraderie, and the harsh realities faced by those who serve at sea. At the start of "Sea Warfare," Kipling introduces readers to the Auxiliary Fleet through a poetic account that showcases the diverse backgrounds of the crew members, from seasoned seamen to amateur fishermen. The narrative emphasizes the significance of their contributions to the naval war effort, particularly in patrolling and clearing minefields. Kipling paints a rich tapestry of life at sea, capturing not only the technical aspects of their operations but also the human elements of courage, fear, and the camaraderie that forms among men thrust into the chaos of warfare. The opening portion sets the tone for an exploration of the war’s complexities, highlighting the importance of these lesser-known naval roles in the larger context of maritime conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936

EBook No.: 17689

Published: Feb 6, 2006

Downloads: 123

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations, British

Subject: Great Britain. Royal Navy -- History -- World War, 1914-1918

Subject: Jutland, Battle of, 1916

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:17689:2 2006-02-06T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Kipling, Rudyard en urn:lccn:2007570771 1
2024-11-10T07:49:39Z Sea Warfare

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 2007570771

Title: Sea Warfare

Note: Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: The fringes of the fleet -- Tales of "the trade" -- Destroyers at Jutland.

Credits: Produced by Thierry Alberto, Jeannie Howse and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Sea Warfare" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of narratives centered on naval warfare, likely written in the late 19th to early 20th century, during or shortly after World War I. The work explores the experiences and perspectives of various naval characters, particularly focusing on the Trawler and Auxiliary Fleet, which is heavily relied upon for tasks such as mine-sweeping, submarine hunting, and maintaining sea traffic during wartime. With its vivid illustrations of both the simple fishermen and the complexities of naval operations, the book delves into themes of duty, camaraderie, and the harsh realities faced by those who serve at sea. At the start of "Sea Warfare," Kipling introduces readers to the Auxiliary Fleet through a poetic account that showcases the diverse backgrounds of the crew members, from seasoned seamen to amateur fishermen. The narrative emphasizes the significance of their contributions to the naval war effort, particularly in patrolling and clearing minefields. Kipling paints a rich tapestry of life at sea, capturing not only the technical aspects of their operations but also the human elements of courage, fear, and the camaraderie that forms among men thrust into the chaos of warfare. The opening portion sets the tone for an exploration of the war’s complexities, highlighting the importance of these lesser-known naval roles in the larger context of maritime conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936

EBook No.: 17689

Published: Feb 6, 2006

Downloads: 123

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations, British

Subject: Great Britain. Royal Navy -- History -- World War, 1914-1918

Subject: Jutland, Battle of, 1916

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:17689:3 2006-02-06T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Kipling, Rudyard en urn:lccn:2007570771 1