The Fleets Behind The Fleet: The Work Of The Merchant Seamen And Fishermen In The War (1917)

By William Macneile Dixon

Book Overview

The Fleets Behind The Fleet: The Work Of The Merchant Seamen And Fishermen In The War is a book written by William MacNeile Dixon and published in 1917. The book is a detailed account of the role played by merchant seamen and fishermen during the First World War. It highlights their contribution to the war effort, their experiences, and the challenges they faced.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the role of merchant seamen and fishermen in the war. It describes how they were mobilized and the types of ships they operated. The second part of the book focuses on the experiences of these seamen during the war. It describes the dangers they faced, their working conditions, and the impact of the war on their lives. The third part of the book examines the impact of the war on the fishing industry.The Fleets Behind The Fleet is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the First World War. It provides a unique perspective on the war effort and the role played by ordinary people in the conflict. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive account of the experiences of merchant seamen and fishermen during the war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437038654
• ISBN13: 9781437038651
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"