The book reflects on the immense strategic value of the submarine fleet. While constituting a small percentage of total Navy tonnage, American submarines were responsible for sinking approximately and 30% of the Imperial Japanese Navy . Battle submerged;: Submarine fighters of World War II
The authors detail how submarines transitioned from standard commerce raiding to specialized roles like reconnaissance, rescue operations for downed pilots, and running blockades into critical areas like Corregidor. Battle Submerged: Submarine Fighters Of World W...
The narratives are built from official patrol reports, World War II histories, and personal accounts shared by commanding officers in submarine ward rooms. Strategic Impact The book reflects on the immense strategic value