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The Deadly Deep: The Definitive History of Submarine Warfare
Written by Iain Ballantyne
Narrated by Paul Ansdell
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The fascinating history of the submarine is told from its ancient beginnings to its culmination as the deadliest vessel ever invented, as well its history in warfare.
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Iain Ballantyne
Iain Ballantyne has covered naval and military issues for prestigious publications published on behalf of NATO and the Royal Navy for over twenty years. His recent book, Hunter Killers, received The Maritime Fellowship Award in 2017. He currently resides in England. For more information, visit iainballantyne.com.
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