Merchantmen-at-Arms: the British Merchants' Service in the War (Cram Edition)

By David W (David William) Bone and Sir Muirhead Bone

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Merchantmen-at-Arms pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

"Merchantmen-at-Arms: The British Merchants' Service In The War" offers a compelling account of the British Merchant Service during World War I. Penned by David W. Bone, this historical narrative sheds light on the vital role of the merchant marine in the war at sea. This detailed work explores the experiences of merchant seamen and their ships as they navigated the perils of naval warfare and contributed to the Allied effort. A crucial piece of naval history, the book examines the often-overlooked contributions of the British merchant service, a cornerstone of Great Britain's war effort. Readers interested in World War I, maritime history, or the history of Great Britain will find this book a valuable resource and an enduring testament to the courage and resilience of the merchantmen-at-arms. A meticulously prepared print republication of this important historical work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1026185718
• ISBN13: 9781026185711
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Xpresspress
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"